In my younger days, I thought basics were so boring! But as I age, I feel drawn to simple pieces, simple outfits, and even more simple beauty routines.
These are the key pieces that I’m living in these days. Sure, sometimes I jazz it up with a hero piece, but just as often, I go toward what feels more minimalist chic to me.
Whether you lean toward a minimalist aesthetic or are more of a maximum impact girlie, every wardrobe needs at least a foundation of great basics to function!
The Pieces
Kut from the Kloth Jeans – So stretchy and comfortable, modern silhouettes (Kelsey and Meg styles are my favorite).
Franco Sarto Waxton Boots – Wear all day comfortable (even for a teacher), I have them in black and brown. Added bonus: they look expensive.
How gorgeous is this Kimbra Kimono from Johnny Was? I’m crazy over it! The stunning floral patterns with animal print trim and the quality construction make it a piece that will be my wardrobe for years to come.
And the best news is that it was a bargain at After Retail, a website that brings customers high-quality designer pieces at a fraction of the average retail cost!
I was offered a chance to pick out an item of my choice to try out the After Retail experience and I’m couldn’t be happier with my choice and the service I received.
After Retail founder, Michael Weintraub, has developed relationships with manufactures and designers from years in the apparel business. He looks for only first quality, up-to-date, and beautifully made products from showroom samples and overstock inventories to bring to his website and his customers. You’ll be amazed at the selection and the discounts!
AND … add the code DawnLucy to your purchase and receive an extra 20% off the already discounted price!!
Loving this kimono right now and can’t wait to style it for spring soon!
Check out After Retail and see for yourself what’s available! Don’t forget to use the code DawnLucy for an extra 20% off!!!
Looking for more bloggers over 50 to follow for style ideas? Check out this list of 60 from Feed Spot! So much inspiration on this list!!
Fun & Fashion,
Dawn Lucy
About the blog: Fashion Should Be Fun is me talking to you, other middle aged women like me who are over 40, but not over fashion. We still want to look beautiful and stylish. We still want to have fun with trends. And we don’t need anyone giving us rules, because we’re all different. We all have our own shapes and bodies, parts we’d like to cover and parts we still don’t mind showing off a bit. This is a place for me to share my love of fashion with you, style ideas, tips, trends, and inspiration. I know how liking the way we look can translate into confidence and energy. I know we have so much life left to live and so much adventure ahead of us. Let’s show the world you’re never too old to have fun and be fierce!
Every teacher is always keeping an eye out for the perfect teacher dress! What is a perfect teacher dress? It’s a dress that is comfortable and versatile and makes you feel confident, but is very un-fussy. Machine-washable is a must. Extra credit for sustainability! For my body shape, age, and personal preference, my perfect teacher dress is midi length, 3/4 length sleeves, a V neck is great IF it’s not too low cut and doesn’t gap open (this one doesn’t). This Chapelle Dress from Seasalt Cornwall ticks ALL my boxes and it’s on major sale right now too!
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