tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post7932098063404235090..comments2024-03-22T08:51:26.932-04:00Comments on Fifty, not Frumpy: Style EvolutionSusanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12173137023460640894noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-23837527841110225002016-01-30T18:49:29.933-05:002016-01-30T18:49:29.933-05:00Susan, your blog never fails to cheer me. Your kin...Susan, your blog never fails to cheer me. Your kindness and candor are as appealing as your style. I've learned so much and told many friends to tune in for new ideas. I adore your shoes and have always preferred 2.5-inch heels myself, but I recently broke my foot and ankle, so I'm facing new shoe challenges. Your readers who need lower heels, wider widths or other comforts may want to check out FootSmart.com. There is some frump there -- steer clear! -- but there are also some lovely stylish choices that are kind to problem feet. I'm hoping to get back into my cute booties by next fall!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11803159399938991583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-9045054024290048382016-01-25T18:34:31.879-05:002016-01-25T18:34:31.879-05:00I have enjoyed watching your style evolve as I'...I have enjoyed watching your style evolve as I've gone back and looked at older posts. This has helped me realize that defining style is probably a process that takes time, at least for most of us. When I turned fifty, I bought myself a couple of sessions with a local image consultant (my family also took me to lovely Abingdon, Va. for my birthday weekend!). The sessions with the image consultant were fun and helpful. She confirmed my thoughts about my body shape (pear or triangle), and which colors make me look washed out. I also had a shopping session with her, which was also fun. But, I've come to understand that it takes time and effort on my part (and sometimes trial and error) to truly define my style and what works best for me, given my lifestyle and personality. You are a great example to follow.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11779289677671230917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-38426422948970026742016-01-24T19:28:18.486-05:002016-01-24T19:28:18.486-05:00This is a great post! Being new to the 50 club, y...This is a great post! Being new to the 50 club, you really inspire me. I am trying very very hard to stick with the solids, but I am really drawn to prints. I'm doing better and I agree 100% with your reasoning. <br />My real struggle is shoes that are both stylish AND comfortable. I'm 5'6, 120, and in good shape. I don't know why I struggle such with shoes. I will look killer....until you see my shoes. I prefer flats, and sees so many cute ones, but when I try them on they are not comfortable. Help! Blog Name Herehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481461027768234502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-6983174802019744622016-01-24T16:57:40.007-05:002016-01-24T16:57:40.007-05:00This post was most inspirational. I'm not sur...This post was most inspirational. I'm not sure I would have had the courage to post my frumpy years. Please don't misunderstand...I'm not saying you were frumpy (but I sure was!). You didn't look bad in any of your pictures as you are a lovely lady. It was very interesting to follow your transformation into the stylish woman you are now. The change I really like is your hairstyle. It's you...Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10328333345401673320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-54550490857307697462016-01-24T12:01:29.508-05:002016-01-24T12:01:29.508-05:00I too am trying to eat healthier, you are an inspi...I too am trying to eat healthier, you are an inspiration. You look fabulous and your hair is gorgeous. I like the longer length. You are in my neck of the woods, I am from Grundy. Maybe this summer we can meet up and talk blogs. Haha<br /><br />http://50isnotold.com/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02681226178058053825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-19000065565708514012016-01-24T10:31:52.820-05:002016-01-24T10:31:52.820-05:00Susan, Your blog audience applauds your metamorpha...Susan, Your blog audience applauds your metamorphasis and appreciates how you encourage us. You sound like a friendly neighbor encouraging everyone along. Blessings!belindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01561463023915379532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-87503909798023289192016-01-24T09:03:03.621-05:002016-01-24T09:03:03.621-05:00Thank you for the inspiration that we can improve ...Thank you for the inspiration that we can improve at any age.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01249459697588731490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-40020488570861464782016-01-24T07:32:32.893-05:002016-01-24T07:32:32.893-05:00You are such an inspiration for so many, Susan. You are such an inspiration for so many, Susan. Pam @ over50feeling40https://www.blogger.com/profile/15271159201006142602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-70032441313758207852016-01-24T02:35:50.515-05:002016-01-24T02:35:50.515-05:00Lindy D visit this link to see the difference betw...Lindy D visit this link to see the difference between structured and soft bags. http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=188660138Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12173137023460640894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-84007521643890188012016-01-24T00:23:11.595-05:002016-01-24T00:23:11.595-05:00Dear Susan,
Thank you for this interesting post. I...Dear Susan,<br />Thank you for this interesting post. I also want to thank your dear Mr. Mickey for taking all these wonderful pictures. How lucky we are to have him contribute in this way. BTW, I notice that you say you like "structured" bags. Can you give us an example of what that means versus another type of bag. I'm trying to buy a new handbag but they all seems so big. Any guidelines would be helpful.<br />Best wishes,<br />Lindy<br /><br />P.S. I have just been diagnosed with diabetes and am reading Joel Fuhrman's book "The End of Diabetes." I'm hoping I can make all of the changes he suggests. I've stop eating sugar as of January 1 and I feel so much better. Will take it one step at a time.Lindy D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13984113867345995064noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-38397950830199717622016-01-23T23:48:49.592-05:002016-01-23T23:48:49.592-05:00It's a process, and I will find my way. I'...It's a process, and I will find my way. I'm glad to know it took time, because I'm not there yet. Through effort, it will be. Thx!Prairie Poulethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01784027582453290583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-7522103965649063082016-01-23T16:33:49.263-05:002016-01-23T16:33:49.263-05:00There is a full video on Facebook and also on a pr...There is a full video on Facebook and also on a previous post on the blog showing my hair from all angles. As for the shoes, I am comfortable in all of my shoes after losing weight. My feet hurt in all shoes before. Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12173137023460640894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-50950127414816061312016-01-23T16:01:17.712-05:002016-01-23T16:01:17.712-05:00I would love that too! Your hair is perfect on yo...I would love that too! Your hair is perfect on you, Susan!knmkendallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01490564854172559485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-28216110918733311972016-01-23T15:40:14.491-05:002016-01-23T15:40:14.491-05:00Thank you for sharing this information--it's i...Thank you for sharing this information--it's inspiring and informative. Just one quibble--the more fashionable "after" shoes do not look more comfortable than the round toes "befores". Are they? Thanks again!JARunshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12869906627504682914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-33091161960574571772016-01-23T15:05:13.157-05:002016-01-23T15:05:13.157-05:00Wow what a transformation! I love seeing the diff...Wow what a transformation! I love seeing the differences and you are so stunning now! I am trying to determine a more flattering, updated hairstyle. Could you give more details and close up pictures of your haircut? It looks gorgeous on you! Thank you. knmkendallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01490564854172559485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-27164150999928766892016-01-23T14:50:49.657-05:002016-01-23T14:50:49.657-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Babshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13819457826608198258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-82225919726531171042016-01-23T14:44:47.990-05:002016-01-23T14:44:47.990-05:00Love everything about your new look!! I'd lik...Love everything about your new look!! I'd like to see a profile or back shot of your haircut...there are probably already some on your blog. Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09600226781149356843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-51952578191577477492016-01-23T14:39:01.808-05:002016-01-23T14:39:01.808-05:00I love this post, and I want to thank you for post...I love this post, and I want to thank you for posting it. One of the things that I love most about your blog, and one of the things that's unique about your blog, is that you share your "before" pictures, including how your fashion sense evolved over time. That's invaluable to those of us who are just beginning this journey ourselves. Thank you, Susan!emmapeelDallashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05045502725282481075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-28034018277041475162016-01-23T13:37:45.664-05:002016-01-23T13:37:45.664-05:00I buy pants according to how they fit me. Chico...I buy pants according to how they fit me. Chico's, J.Jill and Fabrizio Gianni have my favorite styles. The ankle length seems to be the right length and proportion for me.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12173137023460640894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-69506381484209070732016-01-23T13:28:35.326-05:002016-01-23T13:28:35.326-05:00How do you determine the correct length for pants ...How do you determine the correct length for pants like the ones you are wearing in today's picture? Thanks!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09088019306857555749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-83345108470012934852016-01-23T13:13:40.573-05:002016-01-23T13:13:40.573-05:00I have wide feet, and I find it really hard to fin...I have wide feet, and I find it really hard to find shoes that look nice and still be comfortable... I feel like I'm wearing ronald macdonald shoes. I would love to find alternatives for wide feet. And where do you buy pants? any particular brand?<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10639645959616672650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-79454151351230501872016-01-23T12:08:48.919-05:002016-01-23T12:08:48.919-05:00Thank you so much for sharing this post! It is ver...Thank you so much for sharing this post! It is very useful to have visuals and of course, what your style has evolved to is just lovely. Thanks again!Lorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02360753308566969550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-79169619676866911812016-01-23T11:30:02.734-05:002016-01-23T11:30:02.734-05:00Slim fitting pants of any fabrication are more fla...Slim fitting pants of any fabrication are more flattering than shapeless baggy ones. Flat shoes that are sleek and structural as well as supportive look better and are better for your feet than those that have no support. I never feel as if I am missing anything in the food category, Jenn. After your cravings for sugar, fat and salt are conquered you will find that real food tastes wonderful. The smell of bacon makes me gag now. Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12173137023460640894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-14719670830995611932016-01-23T11:07:33.824-05:002016-01-23T11:07:33.824-05:00Great post that explains in detail about your tran...Great post that explains in detail about your transformation. Many of us know something needs to change, but aren't sure how to make it happen. Your goal to help others with their own journey is being reached as we can see the change in you. Thank you for opening your heart, your closet and your thoughts to all of us who follow your blog! It's like having a friend who is honest and knows how to be aware of just how much our appearance and health affect our daily lives! You rock!cihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09115611954838499823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578527149393066342.post-52922910280505448992016-01-23T10:27:34.450-05:002016-01-23T10:27:34.450-05:00Love this! It really helps me think through what n...Love this! It really helps me think through what not only looks good on me, but what reflects me! Fantastic read!Amy Kennedyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17884313230123226203noreply@blogger.com