Geri Brin, Founder of www.faboverfifty.com talked to hundreds of accomplished women Over 50 to find out their secret must-haves. Geri Brin, Founder of the soon-to-launch “fave-sharing” site, www.faboverfifty.com, is a publisher, writer and marketer who is giving a voice to what fabulous 50-plus women are thinking, feeling, wearing, longing for and buying.
“Women over 50 are smart, stylish, and have more discretionary income than any other demographic group,” states Brin. “We spend over $25 billion a year on clothes and over $30 million a day on personal care products. I am this woman. I know what she wants.”
FabOverFifty will be the first-ever site for any and all successful women in the Baby-Boomer generation who are interested in exploring and sharing style, interests and wisdom. Even before the FabOverFifty goes live, Brin, age 62, has a very extensive following on her daily blog — http://blog.faboverfifty.com.
Brin has interviewed and talked to hundreds of fabulous, accomplished baby-boomer women, and here are 20 must-haves:
1. Diamond Stud Earrings – The Real Thing or CZ’s
Whether they’re real or fabulous fakes, diamond studs match everything and make you shine a little brighter.
2. The Perfect-Fitting Bra
Many of us wear bras that don’t fit, which makes us look frumpy and feel uncomfortable. Have a fitting in a store that specializes in fitting and learn what you should be wearing. A good t-shirt bra is essential.
3. A White Shirt
A white shirt always looks great and never goes out of style. All cotton is the way to go.
4. A Signature Perfume
Search until you find a scent that doesn’t fade throughout the day and marks your signature.
5. A Great Haircut
Don’t be afraid to let a stylist decide the best cut for your face. If they know what they are doing, you will start hearing compliments left and right about how great you look.
6. A Large, Fashionable Tote
Most of the time, we carry around half of our belongings in our bag, so keep them near your heart in a roomy, well-designed carry all.
7. Daily Moisturizer with SPF
The sun causes our skin to lose moisture and become damaged quickly. Retain moisture and protect your skin with a daily moisturizer containing SPF.
8. Love
It doesn’t matter who it is – friend, husband, lover, or sister — as long as they love you for you.
9. A Longing
You can’t wait to visit Europe again…see a good friend you haven’t seen in years…eat at the restaurant everyone is raving about…it’s fun to have something to look forward to.
10. Silky, Scented Body Wash
A silky, luxurious, scented body wash will make your skin feel amazing and you will never want to shower without it again!
11. Dressy Black Pants
If you aren’t sure what to wear, a pair of fine, lightweight wool black pants that fit perfectly are the way to go.
12. A Piece of Jewelry That Says “You”
Wear a signature piece of jewelry every day. It can be a knock-‘em dead diamond, a unique necklace you found at a flea market or a sentimental gift from your kids, just as long as it says you.
13. A Manicure, Pedicure, and Back Massage
Relax and get pampered. De-stressing at the salon and forgetting the outside world for a bit is well-deserved and rejuvenating.
14. Financial Education
It’s never too late to learn about annuity, new ways to invest, and differences in insurance. Financial knowledge pays off.
15. Shhh! A Secret
It’s fun to have secrets! Everyone swoons over your new purse…let them! Why tell them it’s a fake?
16. A Project
Involving yourself in something you love is thrilling, especially when the project is making other people feel good, too.
17. An Extravagance
We should all own an amazing piece of clothing, even if the price makes us cringe. It can be a stunning evening gown, a fabulous pair of shoes, or an expensive coat – anything that makes you look and feel like a million bucks.
18. Physical and Mental Challenges
Push yourself, take new opportunities, and step outside of your comfort zone. Think about learning yoga, a new language or being an entrepreneur.
19. A Luxurious Cashmere Sweater
A super-soft and cozy cashmere sweater is something we all deserve, especially during those chilly winter months.
20. A Friend Who Is Young
I have a best friend who is half my age. She gives me fresh perspectives and teaches me new things all the time.
By Geri Brin
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