Saturday, January 23, 2016

Cell Phone Manners


 
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Sunday, January 10, 2016

Fabulously Chic Over 50 Pinterest Boards You Should Follow

I was very honored and pleased that my Kentucky Fashion by Pamela Owen Pinterest board for women over 50 was chosen to be on this very distinguished list of other women bloggers.  https://www.pinterest.com/KentuckyFashion/50-plus-fashion-and-style/

Please click on this link to read the full article from "Fabulously Chic Over 50."
http://fabulouslychicover50.com/2016/01/26-fashion-over-50-pinterest-boards-you-should-follow-today/
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Friday, January 1, 2016

Carrie Fisher on Aging

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Friday, November 27, 2015

The Best Insoles for Every Shoe Problem


Whether your favorite pair rubs, pinches, digs, slips, or just doesn’t offer any support—we’ve got a solution for you.


If your shoes rub your skin...
Try Foot Petals Pressure Pointz, $7. These small cushions come in black and nude, and can be placed anywhere in any shoe to help prevent blisters.
If your strappy sandals rub your skin...
Try Dr. Scholls Moleskin Plus, $7.  This self-adhesive roll of soft, slim padding is made to be cut to whatever size you need, and can be adhered directly to your skin or to the inside of your shoe (or the back of a pesky strap) to prevent blisters.

If your stilettos hurt the balls of your feet...

Try Zoomie’s Anti-Slip Gel Ball of Foot Cushions, $16.  High heels most commonly cause discomfort to the balls of your feet in two ways: Your weight is pushed forward to the front of your feet, creating more pressure, and the elevated heel causes your feet to slip forward with each step, causing irritation to your skin. These self-adhesive cushions pad the area to eliminate the feeling of pressure, and provide a non-slip surface that protects the delicate skin on your soles.

If your heels slip...
Try Dr. Scholl’s DreamWalk Heel Liners, $6. The culprit here is likely narrow feet. The sad truth is that not all shoes come in narrow widths, but heel liners are an easy fix. This particular pair is made of a thicker-than-average gel construction that keeps heels snugly in place without feeling bulky.
If high-heels are generally uncomfortable...
Try Vivian Lou Insolia Insoles, $20. Designed by a podiatrist, these very low-profile, self-adhesive inserts shift your weight distribution from just the front of your foot to a more normal diffusion (about one-third of your weight is moved back to your heel), resulting in less pain, better posture and stability, and, longer wearability.

If your flats don’t provide enough support...
Try Superfeet Insoles, $40. They’re on the pricier side, but these full-foot inserts essentially create an ergonomic and supportive shape that stabilizes your foot, making even the flattest of flats as comfortable as a running shoe.

If you need a custom insole...

Try Dr. Scholl’s Custom Fit Orthotic Inserts, prices vary. For those who just need a little more help, whatever the problem, head to a Dr. Scholl’s FootMapping Kiosk. Pressure sensors generate a unique map of your foot, which the company then uses to create a custom fit insole to properly provide the unique support you need.
 

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Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Links to Kentucky Fashion Social Media Sites

Please Like me on Facebook and Follow me on Pinterest, Twitter and Polyvore.  I'll Follow you back!
                                                 
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Thursday, October 22, 2015

Transitional Weather Closet Tips

If you live in Kentucky or Indiana you are probably pulling out your cold weather clothing and footwear for our cooler days and nights.  They all get mixed in with our warm weather clothing and sandals.  An easy way to transition your closet is to use a portable clothes rack with wheels.  I have an adjustable one that is convenient to keep in our bedroom.  I normally use it for assembling clothing to pack for trips but it's also useful for other times. 

A portable clothes rack can hold the clothing that is more transitional without overcrowding your closet.  It's better to fold sweaters than to hang them up so try to find a rack with a shelf at the top for those.  Put your boots, etc. under the rack as you add jackets, coats, jeans and long sleeved tops.  A rack is also handy when you are reorganizing your closet to hold clothing that you plan to keep. 

A lot of people like to donate old clothing to charity or take it to Goodwill.  Please buy clear garbage bags for these items and for storing items you plan to keep.  I've heard too many stories about people throwing out good clothing because they had stored them in black garbage bags.  Get out your colorful ribbon and tie bows on the bags of clothing you plan to keep.  You can always delegate certain colors of ribbon to mark donate bags and out of season clothing bags.  I prefer plastic bins for storing out of season clothing but if bags are your only option then be sure to mark them in some way.  To keep bugs out of your storage bags use two bags in opposite directions for a good "seal."

Some experts believe that if you haven't worn something in over a year that you should get rid of it.  I disagree.  Get rid of pieces that are too large or too small for you or clothing that is hopelessly out of date.  If you watch a movie from the 1990's and you see similar clothing in YOUR closet then it's time to take those pieces to a consignment shop that sells vintage clothing. Vintage is usually defined as a garment that is 25 years old or older. 

Keep your accessories since they seldom go out of style.  If a purse is badly worn then donate it.  I just read about taking old handbags and stuffing them with hygiene supplies and snacks for homeless women.  Not a bad idea! 
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Saturday, July 4, 2015

"For My Daughter" Poem

“Never grow a wishbone, daughter, where your backbone ought to be.” – Clementine Paddleford
Never play the princess when you can
be the queen:
rule the kingdom, swing a scepter,
wear a crown of gold.
Don’t dance in glass slippers,
crystal carving up your toes --
be a barefoot Amazon instead,
for those shoes will surely shatter on your feet.
Never wear only pink
when you can strut in crimson red,
sweat in heather grey, and
shimmer in sky blue,
claim the golden sun upon your hair.
Colors are for everyone,
boys and girls, men and women
be a verdant garden, the landscape of Versailles,
not a pale primrose blindly pushed aside.
Chase green dragons and one-eyed zombies,
fierce and fiery toothy monsters,
not merely lazy butterflies,
sweet and slow on summer days.
For you can tame the most brutish beasts
with your wily wits and charm,
and lizard scales feel just as smooth
as gossamer insect wings.
Tramp muddy through the house in
a purple tutu and cowboy boots.
Have a tea party in your overalls.
Build a fort of birch branches,
a zoo of Legos, a rocketship of
Queen Anne chairs and coverlets,
first stop on the moon.
Dream of dinosaurs and baby dolls,
bold brontosaurus and bookish Belle,
not Barbie on the runway or
Disney damsels in distress --
you are much too strong to play
the simpering waif.
Don a baseball cap, dance with Daddy,
paint your toenails, climb a cottonwood.
Learn to speak with both your mind and heart.
For the ground beneath will hold you, dear --
know that you are free.
And never grow a wishbone, daughter,
where your backbone ought to be.
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Friday, June 19, 2015

Kentucky Fashion Social Media Sites

Here is the list of links to all of my Kentucky Fashion by Pamela Owen social media sites if you would like to browse them. Please Like and/or Follow and I will do the same for your sites! 
https://www.facebook.com/kentuckyfashion
http://pinterest.com/KentuckyFashion/ 
http://kentuckyfashion.polyvore.com/
https://twitter.com/KentuckyFashion 
http://kentuckyfashion.blogspot.com/
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Saturday, May 30, 2015

Over 50 Gray Hair

It's important to keep your gray, silver or salt and pepper hair in good condition if you wear it medium to long in length. Use hair care products that brighten gray hair so it shines like silver. Use a good conditioner to combat dryness. There are products that you apply after styling to further condition your hair. Try Chi Pliable Polish. Put a pea size amount on your fingertips, rub them together and apply to dry ends, especially around your face.

 
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Sunday, May 10, 2015

Mothers Day Outfit

I wore my new butterfly print dress from Talbots:
http://www.talbots.com/online/browse/product_details.jsp?id=prdi34727&N=4294966578+10189+4294966575&No=24&selectedConcept=Misses&_=1431290206399&Nrpp=24&Nr=AND(product.siteId%3ATalbotsSite%2COR(product.catalogId%3Acatalog20002))
 
I added my old black bolero from The Limited to cover my upper arms and give me the illusion of a smaller waist. Here is one that is similar and comes in several colors to match all of your summer dresses:
http://www.thelimited.com/product/pointelle-knit-bolero/8253949.html?ppid=s4&start=4&q=bolero&dwvar_8253949_colorCode=813&swatch=n&srule=search-relevance
 
 
 
The dress has plenty of color so I chose my old, nude, Kate Spade, open toe, sling back heels.  The heels look like Tortoiseshell just like the bar on my new Diane von Furstenberg, cork clutch.    
http://www.dvf.com/440-envelope-metallic-cork-clutch/H2246167A15.html?dwvar_H2246167A15_color=NATUR&dwvar_H2246167A15_size=ONE#prefn1=color&prefv1=Nude&cgid=clutches-handbags 
The necklace is a recent gift from my husband as was the clutch so I was excited that I could wear them together to accessorize my dress.
 
My favorite perfume is Chanel's "Coco Mademoiselle."  It's much lighter than "Chanel No. 5" and is perfect for warm weather:
http://www.chanel.com/en_US/fragrance-beauty/Fragrance-Coco-Mademoiselle-COCO-MADEMOISELLE-88207/sku/128195
 
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Thursday, May 7, 2015

"Ready to Go"

When you receive an invitation to an event, written or otherwise, do you have to stop and think about what you have in your closet?  Do you have a feeling of dread because you know you don't have anything flattering to wear?  Do you look at your hair and realize you need to book an appointment with your hairdresser?  Maybe you feel that it's going to be too much work and expense to get ready to attend the event.  Sometimes it's easier just to send your regrets and quit worrying about it.  Don't miss out on fun events just because you're not "ready to go."  Keeping up with your appearance pays dividends down the road.  Visiting your hairdresser every 6 weeks and keeping up with manicures and pedicures (even if you do them yourself) will insure that you are ready to accept invitations, last minute or otherwise, so you don't miss out on an opportunity to mix with people and socialize.  If you don't have some basic clothing pieces in your closet you will always feel like you have nothing to wear.  If your weight tends to fluctuate then you will need to choose clothing that stretches a little.  Buy some basic black pieces like slacks, a jacket and a tank top.  Then you can add colorful accessories to dress it up.  Some basic black shoes or sandals complete the outfit.  Most women have jewelry that can add a bit of sparkle to the outfit but don't pile on too much.  A small, black handbag will also look nice instead of a huge, everyday handbag that may look a little rough around the edges.  If you're not comfortable wearing make up then don't.  Just keep your lips from becoming dry and flaky by using a lip balm or moisturizing lip gloss.  Choose a clear one unless you see a color you like.  Scarves can add color and pattern to an otherwise plain, black outfit.  If you're not comfortable trying to tie one around your neck then tie it to the handle of your handbag.  Now that you are "ready to go" you can accept those invitations or last minute phone calls to meet with friends for casual drinks or dinners. 

This picture of Sally Field shows how basic black can be dressed up or down.  Adding different materials adds texture and sometimes a bit of shine.  Simple jewelry and shoes finish the outfit.
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