FRESH & FABULOUS LOOKS FOR OVER 50

Ladies, looking trendy and stylish is possible at any age.  The key is knowing what silhouette's work well for your boy.  Highlight one area that you are proud to show, either your chest, arms, or legs but not more than one.  Layer your look in light pieces so you are not adding bulk.  Light knit cardigans and blazers look great. Break out of the black pants and sweater look by adding fun spring colors and jewelry.  Chunky necklaces enhance a look (but can hide unflattering skin lines).  Belts are a great accent piece, whether or not you have a tummy.  Position a large or skinny belts at the bottom of your rib cage or lower on the hips.  Bright colors and prints add panache to your look.   

Sheath dresses in bright colors are a great option for spring.  3/4 length sleeves hide your arms but are the right length for the season.  Short sleeve sheath dresses are great for summer.  Add fun heels or flats and a large statement necklace (long or a short chunky one) to complete your look.  

Pim + Larkin Tweed Shift Dress, $79

Pair this bright pink sheath dress with sapphire blue necklace, or blue cardigan/blazer.  Kitten heels finish your look.

Kate Spade Evie Dress, $398                      Lilac Bijoux Uptown Girls Sybal Necklace, $54

Fit and Flare dresses are a silhouette that works for most women and are very on trend.  The bodice is more fitted with a sleeve line that works well for ladies.  The waist line comes in above a woman's natural waist and then flares out, not emphasizing your tummy area and hips or creating a waist and hips for those who have more of a straight build.  Look at the length carefully as the hemline of the dress is shorter for the younger crowd.

Pim + Larkin Sheath Dress, $59.99 (also in black)

Donna Ricco Dress, $118

Pair this dress with a long turquoise necklace and tan colored studded flats.  Or add a turquoise skinny belt and chunky gold necklace.  Pair with a large printed satchel and skin colored heels (look for laser cut details, studs, or embellishment to add flare).

Gianni Bini Fit & Flare Lace Dress, $129

Fun, spring dresses for ladies over 50.  Prints are on trend for spring.  Look for this in bright spring colors.

BCBGMAXAZRIA Wrap Dress, $178

New York & Co. Fit & Flare Maxi, $69.95

J. Crew Rosalind Dress, $69.99

 

Here's to looking fabulous at any age!

XOXO,

Divine Style DC

SEXY SILHOUETTE...FIT & FLARE DRESSES

This style of dress, nipped in at the waist with a fuller skirt creates curves for a flattering silhouette.  The key is wear the waistline falls and the fullness of the skirt.  For those with athletic or stick straight silhouettes, this look gives you the curves and creates a waist.  For those with fuller tummy's, the waistline should sit above your belly button.  Adding a large belt also creates a waistline.  A voluptuous skirt hides the tummy and hip area.  But you don't have to look like you are wearing a tu-tu!  Streamlined fabrics work well for accentuating and hiding areas too.  Highlight your best features with a deep plunging neckline or go with a shorter skirt if showcasing your legs.  For the mature women, the hemline can go past your knees and pair with a cardigan.  This dress works for petites to plus-sizes at all price points!

Trends for Spring:  Prints and patterns will be big.  Colors such as tangerine, coral, chartreuse, and pink are hot.  Pair with white shoes/bag in summer or for spring go with a contrasting bold color (orange/blue, pink/blue, yellow/green, coral/purple as examples).

This Erin Fetherston dress is perfect for spring.  The color grabs you and can be dressed up with colored heels and jewelry, add a blazer for the office, or pair with with a leather cropped jacket for a night on the town.  Dress, $120.

Taylor Organza Fit and Flare Dress, $128

Cynthia Steffe Black and Gold Dress, $248

Donna Ricco Fit & Flare Dress, $118

Anne Klein Jersey Swing Dress, $94.30

How will you wear this look?

Happy Shopping,

Divine Style DC

COLOR TREND: BLACK & GOLD

Black and Gold looks both sleek and modern when paired together in your look.  Great for the office to a night on the town.  Black and Gold gives an upscale, classy style.  Incorporate black and gold into your clothing, with skirts, dresses, sweaters, and pants, or finish your look with black and gold touches.  Make bold choices in your belts, shoes, and handbags to complete your look and rock the black and gold trend.  This trend is perfect for all sizes and ages, from teenagers to mature women.

Baroque patters are big this season, which is the all over print.  If you are easing into the style, look for gold embellishments or black embellishments added to tops, skirts, and dresses.  Sweaters and blazers lined with gold are perfect to finish off your look but still be subtle!

Celebs showing how to work the Black and Gold trend!

 

Modcloth Dress, $95.99

Asos Skinny Jeans in Metallic Baroque Print, $70.36

Bebe Rita Jacquard Peplum Bustier, $98

Alice + Olivia "Caci" Velvet and Gold Burnout Top, $101.20

Rag & Bone Tuxedo Blazer, $234

Perfect blouse to pair with a patterned pant or with a bold colored pencil skirt!

Vince Camuto Tie Front Blouse, $77.40 

Donna Ricco Sequined Faux Wrap Dress (Plus Size), $158

Zara Studded Ankle Boot, $159

Jeffrey Campbell Black Suede and Gold Boot, $478

Forever 21 studded flat, $24.80

Chemjoy Black and Gold Tassel Bib Necklace, $10.69

Beauty Bar  Large Black and Gold Chandelier Earrings, $125

Here's to looking stylish and chic!

XOXO,

Divine Style DC