Let's Kiss And Make up!

I am a big fan of cosmetics. I love how foundation can even out a skin tone or complexion. How a little powder can diminish shiny noses and foreheads. And the miracle of mascara on filling in eyelashes and opening eyes.

But....not every fashion trend should be worn by most women of a certain age. I have seen some frightening examples that I will share with you.  (Please forgive me for using myself in several photos!)

1.  Yes. Eyebrows are a new facial focus and you can tell that by looking at all the brow products for sale. But they are not meant to steal the focus from the rest of your face. I saw a woman with big black drawn on eyebrows that actually left me stunned. She had blonde hair, light eyes and the kind of eyebrows that even brunettes can't wear. Frieda Kahlo would have wanted them but no one else should. Go with a shade that matches your hair roots but a shade compatible with your skin tone. Don't try to look like Groucho Marx!

2.  Winged eye-liner is fun but it is really for young women. An older woman looks like she's trying way too hard. It might work for a big night out but it is better to leave that to the girls. There was an older woman who didn't quite know where to end that wing and her eye make up resulted in making her look ridiculous and cartoonish. Maturity is knowing what is appropriate for your age.

3.  Lip liner has been popular for years. It helps keep lipstick within the parameters drawn and helps prevent lipstick bleed. But don't wear a liner that is darker than your lipstick. That was a disco look but dark lip liner has gone the way of leg warmers, sweat bands and shiny tights. Love ta love ya, baybee....but wear a lighter or nude liner on your kisser!

4.  Stiff bubble hairstyles are such a Golden Girls look. Spare the spray and tease comb from the days of Adorn hair spray, Dippity Do and sleeping on rollers (how did we do that nightly?) and embrace the freedom of wearing your hair stylishly and not rigid. I see a lot of what I call "dandelion puff" hairstyles and they age a woman severely. Pinterest has hundreds of great hair styles and looks for older women. From grey hair to colors, from long to short, the options now are immense and varied.

We are worth so much more than trying to keep up with youngsters.  We have earned the right to look our best whether casual or dressed up. Keep in mind that trying too hard looks like you tried too hard.

Enjoy yourself and appreciate the simple styles.

Until next time, I remain,

Stylistically yours,

Sooz