Last week Mattel announced the release of a more diverse range of Barbie dolls, a break away from the blonde bombshell we are all used to seeing. The new dolls feature different shapes, and a variety of hair, skin and eye colours. There's a curvy Barbie, a petite Barbie, … [Read more...] about The Case for Middle Aged Barbie
The Joys of Middle Age
I Laugh Til I Cry!
I don't know if it's a "normal" part of growing older, but these days, I laugh til I cry. Must have been only a quick laugh, because there are no tears on my face ... Every. Single. Time. I never used to be like this. Sure, sometimes I would laugh til I cried - but only … [Read more...] about I Laugh Til I Cry!
Dressing to Suit an Apple Shape
It's quite common for middle aged women to develop a bit of an apple shape. As we get older, we tend to become less active, and accumulate more fat around our middles. Added to this is the fact that we tend to gain weight a lot more easily once we reach menopause. In an … [Read more...] about Dressing to Suit an Apple Shape
20 Stores that Understand Fashion for Middle Aged Women
Fashion for middle aged women? No, it's not an oxymoron! I'm one of the millions of middle aged women in Australia that still want to look fashionable and stylish - without breaking the bank. But it's not always an easy goal to achieve. So what do middle aged … [Read more...] about 20 Stores that Understand Fashion for Middle Aged Women
It’s My Special Day!
I'm interrupting the regular scheduled programming here on the blog (who am I kidding ... you guys know I totally wing it!) to bring you a community service announcement: It's My Special Day - my birthday! Like any special occasion in our household, the day starts with … [Read more...] about It’s My Special Day!