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Dove Advanced Hair/Telegraph
I mentioned on Periscope last week that I was working with a brand that I thought some readers would be surprised about. It’s no secret that some of what Dove…
Beauty+ : Who Says 50 Is Old?
As it turns out… just about everyone! I was asked a ridiculous question yesterday during the course of an interview, “what were my plans for the future…” and behind that…
Beauty+: Grey Model Agency
I’ve been intrigued by the Grey Model agency ever since I spotted them on Twitter – I needed a quote from founder, Rebecca Valentine, for another publication, but ended up…
Beauty+: Given Hope
I’m feeling distinctly nervous about the forthcoming clothing line from a former M&S director for women over 40 called Hope. It’s got backing from Sir Stuart Rose, a former M&S…
Mariella’s Magic Words
One of the best features I’ve read so far on confronting 50 is HERE in the Observer. Written by Mariella Frostrup, it sums up beautifully what any of us heading…
Babe Is Back
If the thought of yet another 70’s fashion revival is making your eyes roll, here’s a revival that hasn’t been anywhere for the past 39 years – Babe Fragrance! Babe…
Just For The Joy…
I came across a wonderful exhibition by photographer Ed Zollo that’s all about celebrating older women. A series of ten women, aged between 67 and 79, aren’t airbrushed or modified…
Iggy Pop & Debbie Harry For Paco Rabanne
I’ve honestly never even tried the Black XS Be A Legend fragrances from Paco Rabanne – they’ve never been anywhere near my field of vision, but I’ve certainly taken some notice…
Helen Mirren for L’Oreal Age Perfect
So, the new Helen Mirren L’Oreal ads have launched today – co-incidentally, because I rarely have the TV on in the day time, I’ve just seen it. Cheesy as it…
Shades of Grey (Brows)
I’m noticing more and more new product launches for eyebrows that actually take grey brows into consideration. It’s like beauty world has suddenly woken up and realised that it’s not…
Diane Pernet Fragrances
Diane Pernet is a fashion legend but don’t be surprised if you’ve never heard of her. Her signature look is towering black hair, red lips and veil and she carries…
M&S Spring Edit
In a fashion media world where everyone who is anyone gets scrutinised, one name has been hot on everyone’s lips in early 2015: Sienna Miller. That boho-chic style that she was so…
Age Influencers
It’s no accident that older women are starting to appear with startling regularity in fashion and beauty campaigns. It’s not a passing trend, either, although there is definitely a trend…
Dearly Departed Lipsticks
We’ve all got a favourite lipstick – you know, the one that you just feel right at home in. But beauty brands have a habit of discontinuing colours and unless…
Would You Shop At A Senior Mall?
On the one hand, I can quite see the convenience of a ‘senior mall’, currently being trialled in Japan. Features of a senior mall include wider aisles and slowed down…
