Holiday Style Tip For Women Over 50

The first week of October is already over, and that means the holidays are fast approaching…yikes! I know we’ll have several holiday parties and festive events to attend so I’ve started to think about what I’ll wear. Today, I’m sharing my number one holiday-style tip.

Our holiday season includes formal or dressy parties and casual get-togethers at friends’ houses. Long gone are the days when I’d wear Santa sweaters or Christmas-themed accessories. At my age, I aim for modern, classic clothes that can be worn in different ways.

It’s hard to go wrong with black and white. I love a beautiful party dress but find that separates give me more versatility. I can wear this blouse with jeans and boots. The pants will be great with a sweater and flat shoes.

 

These have front slash pockets and faux besom back pockets for interest, not bulk.

I usually take self-tie belts off garments and replace them with a belt. I decided to wear this one off-center. I crossed it over the center front and secured it with a vintage pin. I didn’t tie a bow or knot which adds extra bulk. I let the pin hold the belt in place.

The only other jewelry I added was my grandmother’s Art Deco earrings. I feel blessed to have them and think of her whenever I wear them. I didn’t add bracelets or necklaces. I’m not trying to look like a Christmas tree! I’d rather my precious earrings, pin, and I be the focus.

I added a Leopard handbag with a shoulder strap to keep my hands free at cocktail parties or to hold my grandson’s sweet little hand when I take him to the Nutcracker Ballet this Christmas! That will be so much fun!!

Dressing with separates is more cost-effective and gives you more flexibility. Now is the time to plan and shop for what you’ll need. There’s nothing worse than a last-minute party invitation when you have no clue what you’ll wear.