Kristin Cavallari’s Black Lace Jumpsuit in LA

Very Cavallari Season 3 Episode 7 Fashion

And the Emmy goes toooooooo…….Kristin Cavallari’s black lace jumpsuit for being in stock in sizes 0-14 (*at the time of this post). And Best Supporting Retailer totally goes toooooooo…..Shopbop, who has the jumpsuit pictured on a model that looks to be about a size 2 and then another model who is probably closer to an 8, which is closer to my size. It’s nice to be able to see something might look on me when it arrives so was a cool surprise to see they added that, which will make adding it to my closet that much easier.

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My 87-year-old aunt is
an inspiration. She’s no Iron Nun, she doesn’t
run marathons on the weekend, and thru-hiking isn’t her idea of fun. Aunty
Margaret is just a regular old lady who lives her life with purpose.

Though nobody tells her, I called her old.

In addition to volunteering with the local hospice three times a week, she also cooks her own meals, cleans her own house, and drives her own car (well). My aunty walks like a woman who has somewhere to go. She’d be right at home in any one of the five Blue Zones.

Getting old doesn’t have
to be a downhill slide to decrepitude. You can’t predict the future, but if you
follow these healthy aging tips you’ll at least
be tipping the odds in your favor.

Take the Stairs

Our gym is on the first
floor. I’m always gobsmacked by how many people (especially those who are young
and in good shape) make a beeline for the elevator.

Taking the stairs has
been our m.o. for years. Even when we lived in a high rise, my spouse and I
would routinely walk up the 12 flights to our apartment. We did it because the
elevator kept breaking down, but also to stay fit and active.

There are lots of
benefits to taking the stairs besides not getting stuck in a small space with a
group of strangers. Among other things, it leads to stronger joints and
muscles, aids weight loss, and helps our bodies produce endorphins.

Train yourself to always
take the stairs. That way, if you’re ever faced with an ‘out of order’ sign on
the elevator you’ll still be able to get where you’re going. You could also
view stair climbing as an opportunity to have a mini workout.

If you have health
issues, try walking one flight and then riding up the rest of the way. Approach
it mindfully, and talk to your doctor if you’re unsure, but don’t underestimate
your body’s ability. We’re often capable of much more than we give ourselves
credit for.

Stay Aware

The great thing about
growing older is that other people’s opinions don’t matter as much. With the
angst of our younger years in the rear view mirror, being comfortable in our own
skin is easy.

Unfortunately, elderly
folks can take this a bit too far. They’ll interrupt, gossip too loudly, and
forget their table manners. While this could be an early symptom of Alzheimer’s, people often
view growing older as an excuse to behave poorly.

Take note of how you
show up in the world. Question yourself constantly. Are you courteous,
compassionate, and mannered? Do you treat others respectfully, regardless of
their place in society?

The more you think about
these things, the longer they’ll remain front-of-mind. Staying aware may not
contribute directly to your physical health, but aging gracefully definitely
plays a role in healthy aging.

Eat Your Beans

The Blue Zones Diet, which
comprises health secrets of the world’s longest-lived people, is big on beans.
According to Dan Buettner, the cornerstone of every longevity diet in the world
is about a cup of beans per day.

Instead of looking for a
longevity supplement, he recommends buying beans. With good reason, too. Beans
offer an array of health benefits and are
especially beneficial if you’re focusing on after-40 nutrition.

They’re high in fiber, a
good source of protein, packed with antioxidants, and low in fat. Beans are
also inexpensive and extremely versatile, which makes them easy to incorporate
into your budget as well as your diet.

Stay Socially Active

Seniors often struggle with loneliness. Sadly, this is
a symptom of old age. Your peer group, spouse, and older family members begin
passing away. It’s the cycle of life. We often get complacent as we grow older,
relying on our current social circle for company.

This is one of the
reasons my aunt is still so sprightly. She’s very active in her community and
makes a point of engaging with people on a regular basis. There’s a tendency
among older people to not want to go out as much. They prefer to stay home and
watch TV.

This is problematic on
two levels. Firstly, it reduces your contact with the outside world, which in
turn diminishes your ability to stay aware. If you never interact with people,
how will you know if you’re behaving well?

Secondly, if you rarely
go out, you won’t meet new people or make new friends. You lose the
ability to hold a decent conversation. Even small talk becomes challenging.
When your only point of reference is what you see on television, you quickly
lose grip on reality.

Take Charge of Your Health

In his latest book, The Blue Zones of Happiness, longevity expert Dan Buettner says the world’s happiest people all share a number of traits, one of which is visiting the doctor and dentist for regular checkups.

Proactively managing
your health is a key part of aging well. It’s easy to
ignore when you’re younger and still in good shape, but that’s exactly when you
should be focusing on your health.

Keeping your body
healthy is easier and cheaper than trying to fix it when things start to go
wrong. Don’t underestimate the value of seeing a dental hygienist every six
months or testing for specific illnesses, such as breast cancer or diabetes,
especially if they run in your family.

Be Careful of Your Words

Don’t buy into the myths about aging. Yes, your
eyesight might deteriorate, your joints might stiffen, and sex may not be as
frequent, but none of that is necessarily a given.

Use your words wisely. Avoid saying things like “At my age, it’s no wonder I [fill in the blank].” Instead, don’t say anything at all. Do daily eye exercises, take up Pilates or yoga, occupy your mind with brain games.

Maybe you’ll still end
up with reading glasses and creaky knees, but maybe you won’t. Healthy aging is a grand
adventure. You won’t avoid old age but getting there will be a lot more fun.

How do you feel about
growing older? Do you think healthy aging is in your hands or do you feel like
it’s out of your control? Let’s have a conversation!

Jackie Goldschneider’s White Ruffle Tee at Mini Golf

Season 10 Episode 15 Real Housewives of New Jersey Fashion

Although mini golfing at the most generic golf course in America may not have looked particularly exciting compared to the burping parasailing adventure that the other ladies were having on last night’s episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Jackie Goldschneider’s super cute white ruffle tee definitely added an element of excitement to this scene for us. Andddddd we’re guessing the cameramen too during that X-rated hole in one.

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There’s a great scene with Michael Douglas and Paul Reiser in a Season 2 episode of The Kominsky Method that runs on Neflix. And by the way, if you haven’t seen this series, give it a try. Many of the challenges, issues, and concerns that we face after 50 are explored through wonderfully written scripts that include great humor.

Michael Douglas is getting to know his
daughter’s boyfriend who happens to be Douglas’ age. Needless to say, Douglas
is not the least bit thrilled that his daughter is dating a man old enough to
be her father.

But all of a sudden, as they start
talking, the topic of Woodstock comes up, and they immediately become energized
and bond as they share their love of music from that era.

Certainly, there are many things that
bond those of us who are 50+. We may remember watching Neil Armstrong take that
first step out onto the Moon. And who can forget 45 records, hula hoops,
transistor radios, and seeing The Beatles for the first time on Ed Sullivan’s
show?

And then there are those interesting
issues that start to crop up that bond us as well… think disappearing
eyebrows and – for many of us – hooded eyes.

Be sure to check out Elise’s new YouTube channel which specifically focuses on makeup tips, techniques, and product reviews for those of us 50+. And don’t forget to subscribe!

What Exactly Is a Hooded Eye?

So, what exactly is a hooded eye? Hooded eyes form when we have excess skin folding down from the brow bone to the lash line which makes our eyes look smaller. We can be born with hooded eyes or they can be a result of our skin changing as we get older.

There are varying degrees of how
hooded our eyes can be. We might have just a small amount of skin that folds
down, or might be so large that it looks like we don’t have a crease above our
eyelid.

Makeup Techniques That Can Help Hooded Eyes Look Larger and More Lifted

Since hooded eyes tend to make our
eyes look smaller, it’s important that we use the right makeup techniques that
will make our eyes look larger and more lifted.

Here are my 9 tips:

Fill in Eyebrows to Lift the Eye Area

Filling in our eyebrows is one of the
four research-proven makeup techniques that can help us look our best. And,
filling in the brows provides a frame for our eyes which helps lift our eye
area.

Avoid Low Brow Tails

Be sure to avoid bringing the “tail”
of each eyebrow too low which creates eye droopiness. To find out where your
brow should end, put a thin pen along the edge of your nose and angle it so it
goes across the outer edge of your eye up to your eyebrow. This is where the
brow should stop.

Use Light Eyeshadow Color

Light eyeshadow colors can have a
great lifting and enlarging effect when used in the proper places. Those would
be the eyelids, under the arch of the brow, and the inner corner of your eye.

Apply Mid-Tone Eyeshadow Colors

Use a mid-tone eyeshadow in the
crease. If the mid-tone color cannot be seen when you look straight into a
mirror, carry the mid-tone color up higher. In essence, you are creating a “new
crease.”

Bring the mid-tone color straight out
toward the “tail” of the brow rather than following the curve of the eye crease
toward the bottom of the eye. This helps lift the eye.

Go for Backward 7

Create a “backward 7” on the outer
area of each eye with a darker eyeshadow color.

Use Eyeliner in Specific Places

Apply a very thin line of eyeliner to
each eye. If the hood of your eye prevents eyeliner from showing, dot eyeliner
between your lashes and/or apply waterproof eyeliner to the waterline of your
eyelid under your top lashes.

You could also use a bent eyeliner
brush and apply a very thin line of cream eyeliner directly on top of your
upper eyelashes.

I also advise putting eyeliner only on
the outer 1/3 of the bottom of your eye and smudging it out softly with a
“smudger” or a Q-tip.

Flesh-toned waterproof eyeliner pencils
look very good on the bottom waterline of the eye.

Eyeshadow as Eyeliner

If you choose to use eyeshadow as
eyeliner, make it waterproof by adding a drop of a product such as Makeup
Forever’s Aquaseal or Inglot’s Duraline to your eyeshadow. How?

Put a drop of this product on the back
of your hand. Dip your brush into the eyeshadow and then into the Aquaseal or
Duraline product. Be sure to wash your brush off quickly afterwards since these
products can stiffen brushes and make them unusable.

Go Waterproof for Mascara

Often, mascara will transfer onto
hooded eyes so you may wish to select a waterproof product.

Choose a Lighter Colored Concealer

Apply a slightly lighter than your
skin tone colored concealer in the area from under your eye toward the tail of
your eyebrow. This technique will also help lift the eye area.

Were you born with hooded eyes or have you developed them as you’ve gotten older? If you have hooded eyes, have you discovered any eye makeup techniques that work for you? Do you plan to give any of the techniques listed above a try? If so, which one(s)? Let’s have a conversation!

Dolores Catania’s Hamsa Hand Tank While Parasailing

Season 10 Episode 15 Real Housewives of New Jersey Fashion

Dolores Catania totally seemed to have the protection of g-d with her hamsa hand tank while parasailing at the Jersey Shore on last night’s episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey considering she managed to make it back to land safely. Now if only it could have protected her from the choppy waters they encountered on the boat, that definitely would have made for a much less bumpy burpy ride. 

Fashionably,

Faryn

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