Out Of This World: The Fashion Forward Life of 97-Year-Old Pierre Cardin
July 24, 2019
You may know his name from sheets you bought at TJ Maxx, or maybe some accessory you picked up at Marshalls. But before he had arranged to have his name plastered on every conceivable item of clothing or home decor, Pierre Cardin was a fashion-forward leading Parisian clothing designer, responsible…
On Your Feet: Care And Comfort When Choosing Your Shoes
June 12, 2019
With the approach of summer, many of us are thrilled to finally have our feet unshackled- whether in sandals or flip flops or even barefoot on the beach. Yet according to podiatrists, none of these choices are good for older feet, which need protection from trauma and require support due…
Stretch The Rules: Summer Fashion For Older Women
June 5, 2019
While you may greet the arrival of summer with outstretched arms and happy smiles, some of us enter a stage of somber reflection as we try to figure out what we can and should wear: Should those outstretched upper arms always be covered? Is it okay to let those knee…
Selfie Time: Are You Posting And Promoting On Social Media?
May 29, 2019
If you’re reading this newsletter it’s likely that you’re comfortable with email and the web- and maybe have even taken the leap into such social media as Facebook or Instagram. What you may not realize, however, is that social media may be the next big way for you to make…
Heads Up: Avoiding Bad Hair Days In Your Later Years
May 22, 2019
There’s no doubt that for many of us, our hair is a barometer of our mood. When we’re happy with the way our hair looks, our sense of self-confidence is stronger- but the moment that “bad hair day” hits, we may feel insecure and sink into a bad mood. There…
SnapShot: Photos That Capture The Era Of Miami Retirees
April 24, 2019
While South Beach Miami is currently known for its hip art culture and beautiful people, back in the day it was home to the largest concentration of Jewish retirees in the country. In that time, it had its own culture and glamour that was unrivaled and certainly idiosyncratic. And no…