On a Mission - Is It Fashion and/or Health?

Recently I took off the last 10 or so pounds that made the difference between moving comfortably and dreading to get dressed in the morning. It was more than health or vanity this time. My body & I have not been very nice to each other, with the cancer and all. I thought I was mostly doing the right things, but apparently it wasn't enough. Hell, I'm even exercising a few times a week. I could be on to something.

I cleaned out my closet of anything that didn't make me feel absolutely wonderful. It narrowed that secret division between the "fat clothes" and the smaller sized collection I've hoarded for the day I got back to my comfortable weight. If I truly loved a piece from an in-between zone, I had it altered.

I never thought these words would come from me, but I have enough clothes.
Everything in my closet fits me.

For the sake of every woman over 30, I want to see more information for US. All the fashion blogs show adorable youngsters in fabulous outfits, but hmmmmm... not always what I feel would fit my lifestyle.

What's the frame of reference for baby boomers? We are creating the "new 30... 40..." How do we look great and still dress appropriately for our body type? I don't know that "age appropriate" is the right phrase any more regarding clothes. i.e. There are teens whose body shape should NOT be wearing short skirts, and women over 50 that are so fit that they can.

I loved the "Ten Years Younger" series on TLC. It took real people and made them look their best.

It's not all that much work, taken in stages. This is what I think are the basics:

1. A flattering, easy hair style. I know it sounds insane, but the inevitable chemo hair loss scared me more than the cancer diagnosis. It turned out that losing my hair was both freeing and inspiring. I was always so hesitant to get my hair cut too short. Not that I recommend it, but starting with a clean, bald head certainly gave me a different perspective. Instead of choosing a 'do from magazines with people that I can ever aspire to resemble, I looked at pictures of me - and my various hairstyles over the years. Here's a daring move - Ask your stylist what she/he thinks would look good for YOU.

2. For God's sake, put on a little makeup. And don't tell me you don't have time in the morning. It takes 5 minutes or less to create look that prevents me from scaring people for the rest of the day. Have someone who knows what they are doing help you with colors so you don't waste time or money. Whether it's Mary Kay, a Nordstrom's counter or a salon, you'll spend less of both in the long run.

3. Get fitted for the right size bra! It is the best wardrobe investment you can make. Nothing will look good on you if your bra doesn't fit right. The right bra can take years and pounds off your appearance. I'll bet you a nickle that if you've never been fitted, you are wearing the wrong size. If you are in the Folsom Roseville area, go to Yve's Fine Lingerie. If not, find an expert that has pretty stuff up to size J.

Is this vain? Maybe. I don't care about being the hottest babe in the room. I feel an extra little kick when I look my best. It's fun. It gives me energy. When I have energy I feel more creative, more connected with everyone around me. Hmmmm... nice.

I want to hear from both sides - what is your outward presentation? Why?

How to Tie a Fashion Scarf or Turban

This is the fastest and easiest way to wrap a turban or fashion scarf. The first video is the long version, a safety net for anyone who feels like they are all thumbs! The next one is very short. Have fun with Titillating Turbans - everyone that puts one on finds a new way to tie them!

Check out the Style Gallery to get you started!

Welcome!

Titillating Turbans is celebrating our first anniversary, and I'm excited to see us mentioned throughout the web!

This is a wonderful article from TrendHunter Magazine and I'll keep you posted with links in the sidebars.


Just as the turbans can be tied in dozens of ways, I've found a skirt that can be tied in hundreds of ways! Take a look at the demo videos in the column on the right. They just arrived last week and we are having so much fun with them in the Retail Therapy Department at the office! Stop by before they are gone! If they last long enough, I'll also post them online. No two are the same!

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