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5 of The Best Shorts for Women Over 50

Updated April 27, 2023

5 of The Best Shorts for Women Over 50

Should women over 50 wear shorts? I have seen this question come up many times. The answer is undoubtedly, Yes! Always choose to wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident. We often make fashion mistakes because we consider what works best for others. Instead, put thought into what works best for you.

Honestly, I started feeling uncomfortable wearing shorts in my twenties. I am Italian, and I have an Italian body. My legs are not my best feature. As I grew older, I started wearing more summertime dresses and skirts until I discovered longer walking shorts. Thankfully, I never let myself feel discouraged about wearing shorts again. I found what worked for me and stuck with it.

5 of The Best Shorts for Women Over 50

5 of The Best Shorts for Women Over 50

Now that I am wiser and more confident, shorts are a casual, comfortable summer staple in my wardrobe. You will still see me frequently in skirts and dresses. However, I do not hesitant about throwing on a pair of shorts. Especially now that I live in Florida and experience plenty of hot weather. Below are 5 of The Best Shorts for Women Over 50 and current summer favorites on-trend.

1) Bermuda Shorts

2) Paperbag Waist Shorts

5 of The Best Shorts for Women Over 50

3) Long Denim Shorts

4) High Rise Shorts

5) Athletic Shorts & Skorts

I mostly wear Bermuda shorts that hit right above the knee. Once you start shopping for yourself, you will find that summer shorts also come in various patterns and prints. You may think that an eye-catching print would work against you. However, a fun summer print can draw attention and steer eyes away from your legs. When choosing to wear patterned shorts, make sure that the pattern is in proportion to your size. Fabrics that have spandex will stretch nicely and keep you comfortable all day. Cotton fabrics are lightweight and breathe easy on hot days, while denim fabric shorts are the most durable.

Most women in our age group have imperfections and concerns about their legs. However, we should never avoid wearing shorts just because we think our age is a factor. Just be confident about what looks good on you and find a style that best suits your body type.

Personally, I find that an at home self tanner always makes me feel more confident.

There are plenty of fun summer outdoor activities to enjoy. And a great-fitting pair of shorts will be your best clothing option.

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Lululemon Top 10 Sale Picks

Lululemon is having a sale event this weekend-Monday. As you may know, they rarely have sales so I decided to share with you my Lululemon Top 10 Sale Picks
In Movement Tight 25″ Everlux \\ Swiftly Tech Short Sleeve With UV Protection Yarn
Up For It BraMedium Support
Full Day Ahead Tank \\ Stay Hot Keep Cold Bottle 19oz.
Brunch & Back Dress \\ Tan Jogger
Pack It Down Jacket Shine \\ Find Your Calm Wrap \\ Gray Joggers

Hi Ladies! Lululemon is having a sale event this weekend through Monday. As you may know, they rarely have sales so I decided to share with you my Lululemon Top 10 Sale Picks. Athleisure and Athletic wear are still very popular so there are some great quality items that you can buy now and wear into the next season. Cheers!

Lululemon Top 10 Sale Picks

  1. In Movement Tight 25″ Everlux
  2. Swiftly Tech Short Sleeve With UV Protection Yarn
  3. Up For It BraMedium Support
  4. Full Day Ahead Tank
  5. Stay Hot Keep Cold Bottle 19oz.
  6. Brunch & Back Dress
  7. Tan Jogger
  8. Pack It Down Jacket Shine
  9. Find Your Calm Wrap
  10. Gray Joggers

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RMS Beauty Product Review

RMS Beauty Product Review

Recently, I was given the opportunity to join in on a Zoom call featuring Rose-Marie Swift, founder of RMS Beauty. If you are not familiar with the brand, let me tell you a little about it.  Rose-Marie is a celebrated makeup artist who has worked in the beauty industry for over thirty five years. Several years ago, Rose-Marie began experiencing health problems. In her healing process and research, she discovered that some of the toxic chemicals and metals in her system were also found in many of the beauty products we use daily. After rebuilding her own health, Rose-Marie realized she wanted to help other women claim their right to healthy, clean beauty. and created the truly organic color cosmetic line, RMS Beauty.

“YOU WEAR YOUR SKIN – AND YOUR HEALTH – FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE”

Rose-Marie is aware of what products women want in order to achieve their desired makeup look, while also maintaining the quality of ingredients.  Her objective is to create products that are safe and clean using natural oils that deliver high performance results.

During the call, she shared with us how to correctly apply concealer as well as a few other fun tricks of the trade. After the tutorial, there was a question and answer segment with fellow influencers and makeup artists. I was thrilled to learn that trends may change in time, however basic steps to good skin care and makeup application remain the same.

As a surprise, at the end of the call we were told that we were going to be gifted a few products to try out. In full disclosure, the products were complimentary to try, however my review and thoughts below are my own.

RMS “Un” Cover Up

The “Un” Cover Up concealer is my all time favorite! I may never use another concealer again. My eyes are sensitive. I deal with allergies all year long and I am very picky about what I use. I’ve tried many concealers that have irritated my eyes and left my under-eye area feeling itchy or dry. Some concealers felt sticky. Others were hard to apply evenly, and I found myself tugging and pulling at my under-eye area, which I know is not good.  From the very first time I used this concealer I knew it was the one for me. It is very light weight and sheer. I just patted a very small amount on my under-eye area using my index finger. It went on smooth and felt moisturizing. I use shade 22. Hours later it was still working. I also applied a tad amount on my dark eyelids to lighten them before I applied eye shadow.  

RMS Living Luminizer

I’ve have written before about giving your skin that extra boost with a healthy-looking glow. Every time I apply makeup, I use something that will add a subtle sheen to my skin.I feel that dewy skin always looks healthy. Using the Living Luminizer provided my skin with a subtle sheen without that glittery disco look. It’s sheer formula comes in several shades to bring out individual natural luminosity. I hate to sound repetitive, but I must say once again that the Living Luminizer is a winner. Give the video above a quick watch. I want to show you how to apply the luminizer both on your face to highlight your cheek bones as well as adding a dab on your shoulders too. The luminizer is light enough to use both during the day and in the evening. You can also apply it along the front of your shins, and on your décolletage.  I’ve even used it on the top of my feet to enhance a strappy sandal on summer evenings.

All of the RMS Beauty products are pure and natural and contain high quality ingredients. It’s a fabulous feeling when you find a product that feels luxurious and nourishes your skin at the same time.  

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Six of The Best Summertime Sandals 2020

Six of The Best Summertime Sandals 2020

Hooray! Summer is officially here! Even though this summer is different, it is not preventing us from improvising how to spend time outdoors. One of my favorite things about summer is that I do not need socks for warmth. I love the idea of throwing on a pair of shoes, with my toes exposed, and heading out the door. Below I am sharing two types of sandals I have recently purchased and a few more that are trending for summer. You do not have to sacrifice comfort to be fashionable! See for yourselves.

Flip Flops 

I’m wearing these rhinestone flip-flops that I purchased on Amazon a lot. They come in a variety of colors too. And they look great with dresses and skirts. Flip flops are no longer just for the beach

Six of The Best Summertime Sandals 2020
Blue Lace Shirt Dress// Flip Flops

Flatforms

Six of The Best Summertime Sandals 2020
Bathing Suit// Hat// Snakeprint Skirt
Flatforms

A newer sporty-looking shoe. I like wearing these funky style shoes with T-shirt dresses and denim skirts. Do not let the platform fool you; these shoes are comfortable.   

Low Wedges 

Elongate your legs with a slight lift at the heel. You can wear low wedges with shorts, dresses or skirts. Adding a little height to your legs will definitely flatter your look. 

Waterproof 

Waterproof shoes are comfortable and great for when you spend a lot of time outside, especially on hot, muggy days. Most waterproof styles dry quickly if you get caught in summer rain. There are also rubber slip-on versions which I would wear around my house like a pair of slippers.  

Espadrilles 

This laid-back and comfy style will adapt a comfy boho vibe to anything you wear. This brand is a favorite of Kate Middleton and pairs well with summer dresses for a dressed-up look or will even work with your beach cover-up for a dressy casual vibe.

Slides

I like to wear slides with cropped summer pants and jeans.

Lastly, I can not conclude this article without mentioning that you must remember to take care of your feet whether you choose to go to a salon or opt for an at-home pedicure. A good exfoliating scrub like this will eliminate dead, dull skin and will keep your skin healthy. Once a week, try an at-home scrub followed by a thick foot cream. Your feet will thank you!

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Decadent Deep-Dish Chocolate Brownies

This Decadent Deep-Dish Chocolate Brownie recipe has that hard crackling top while underneath you'll discover a rich dense moist cake like texture.

Decadent Deep-Dish Chocolate Brownies

This Decadent Deep-Dish Chocolate Brownie recipe has that hard crackling top while underneath you’ll discover a rich dense moist cake like texture. My friend Louanne passed along this recipe to me. Together we share a love of chocolate and anything made with real butter. I knew it was going to be a winner. This recipe requires an 8×8 pan and will give you nine large very thick brownies. It’s perfect for a small groups and dinner parties. Most all the ingredients are already in your pantry and it doesn’t take long to make. I promise you will not be disappointed. And, you’ll find yourself making these brownies over and over.

This Decadent Deep-Dish Chocolate Brownie recipe has that hard crackling top while underneath you'll discover a rich dense moist cake like texture.

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup butter melted
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla
  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ cups flour
  • ½ cup cocoa
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt (I use sea salt)
  • 1 cup semi sweet chocolate (I always use Ghirardelli 60% cacao dark chocolate chips)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Heat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8×8 pan. In a mixing bowl, blend butter, sugar, and vanilla, add eggs and beat well. Next, in another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa. Mix well then gradually add the dry mixture to the egg mixture. Now, this will be a little messy because of the cocoa. Once the batter is mixed well, stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts with a wooden spoon.  Spread the mixture evenly into your prepared pan and bake for around 40-45 minutes. Bake until the brownies pull away from pan. Be careful not to over bake.  To test for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center, when you pull it out, it should be dry.

Now, you can also use a 7×11 baking pan. However, the brownies will be slightly thinner and they may cook better. As they will also take less time to cook. Approximately 35-40 minutes.

This is one of those recipes that will be around for generations. It’s easy and delicious. As for storing them, they won’t last long however a covered container will work just fine.

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Firecracker Hot Dogs

hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls kids

It had been over three months since I had last seen my granddaughters. I was so excited to see them this last week when I returned back to the Chicago-area for a family visit. Of course I brought presents! One of our favorite activities to do together is to cook. So, I chose to gift them this cookbook My First Cookbook by America’s Test Kitchen for each family as a fun way to reconnect. The girls were overly excited about receiving their first cookbook. Together we sat down and read the book. The contents list recipes for after-school snacks, holidays and celebrations, sweet treats, and of course breakfast, lunch, and dinners.

hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls kids

Firecracker Hot Dogs

The girls decided to make Fire Cracker Hot Dogs which are perfect and just in time for the 4th of July! This recipe, along with a few others, includes a fun fact explaining the holiday and why it is celebrated. I thought it was fun to learn and read out loud before we began. This cookbook also includes wonderful photos of children cooking and preparing the recipes. The step by step instructions also include photos which are very easy to follow and understand.

Ingredients

  • 8 hotdogs
  • 1 can of biscuit dough
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 8 wooden skewers
hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls kids

Steps

  1. Heat oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper that has been sprayed lightly with cooking spray
  2. Carefully push a wooden skewer lengthwise through the hotdog
  3. Roll each biscuit dough into an oval that is around 8 inches long and cut into strips. Starting from the top wrap the strips around the hotdog in a spiral. Leaving gaps in between (sort of like a candy cane). Place the hotdog on the parchment lined cookie sheet.
  4. Use a pastry brush to lightly brush the egg on the top of the dough. Sprinkle on the sesame seeds if desired.
  5. Firecracker topper: You can make your hotdog special by taking the leftover biscuit dough and roll it into a circle. Using a 2 inch star cookie cutter to make a shape. In lieu of a star, you can also cut the dough into a triangle which will make the hotdog look like a rocket. And that is a little easier.
  6. Carefully stick the shape at the end of each hotdog onto the skewer.
  7. Bake until golden brown about 15 minutes. Let cool about 10 minutes before serving. Of course, this may be hard to do because the children will be excited to eat them 
hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls kids
hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls kids

Overall, our cooking experience was a pure delight. My eight year old granddaughter told me that this cookbook was one of her favorite gifts and she can’t wait to make another recipe with me.

Happy 4th of July!

hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls kids