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What to wear when you are 50!😩
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items Finding clothes that are not only appropriate but also flattering for our aging bodies can be tricky!! I will try my best to find pieces that will help you feel your best!! These are some of my favourite pieces to wear as a 50-year-old...well, maybe ...
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Athletic Wear
Shoes! Shoes! Shoes!
Canadian Winter Wear
Everyday Pieces
Athletic Wear
Lululemon and the many "dupes" out there are some of my favourite things to wear while running after a class full of Kindergarten children!!😬
My all-time favourite Lululemon tights! I need some in every colour! #tights #lululemon #athleticwear #highrise #women #fashion #girls
lululemon Align™ High-Rise Pant 28" | Women's Leggings/Tights | lululemon
Another Lulu dupe! This looks and feels just like Lulu's sports bra! Check it out!
CRZ YOGA Womens Butterluxe Strappy High Neck Longline Sports Bra - Padded Criss Cross Back Workout Sports Bras Crop Tank Top
I am honestly not sure how many pairs of these I am allowed to own but man, they are the best!!
Dance Studio Mid-Rise Jogger *Full Length
As a 50 year old, these shorts cover more than enough! Comfy, cute and even with built-in underwear!
Hotty Hot Low-Rise Lined Short 4"
Align anything is my favourite!! So cute with a cropped top and a shacket for September!!
lululemon Align™ High-Rise Crop 21"
Comfy and cute! What more could you ask for??😊
lululemon Align™ High-Rise Cropped Jogger
This softstreme material is so amazing!!! I would have one of these cute sweaters in every colour if I could!
Softstreme Perfectly Oversized Cropped Crew
Lululemon dupe! They even come in 2.5"…which Lulu does not!
CRZ YOGA Womens Butterluxe Biker Shorts 2.5'' / 4'' / 6'' / 8'' - High Waisted Booty Workout Volleyball Yoga Spandex
These are the most comfortable joggers that Lululemon offers! You can dress them up and down, they never lose their shape and always look brand new! Highly recommend!
Stretch High-Rise Jogger *Full Length
You never know what gems you will find at Costco! I need to go back and buy all of the colours of these!
Puma Women's French Terry Jogger
These look sooooo comfortable! I need a pair!!!
Straight-Leg Mid-Rise Pant Full Length *Luxtreme
Again with the softstreme!!! So friggen comfy! I need all the colours!!!
Softstreme High-Rise Pant *Full Length
The regular Swiftly Tech can be a little tight for this mom! I do like this relaxed fit version, much better!
Swiftly Relaxed Long-Sleeve Shirt
A favourite in our house!
Scuba Oversized Half-Zip Hoodie
Another jogger! I could wear these everyday!
Athleta Venice Jogger
Shoes! Shoes! Shoes!
I love to buy shoes! However, as I age and my muscles weaken I find that I need supportive yet comfortable shoes every day! (I do still love a cute pair of wedges!) This is a list of shoes and boots that work for me!
These are my “go-to” shoes for summer! They offer support for my high arches and wide feet! I traipsed across New York City without any problems at all! I love that they can just go with whatever I am wearing, too!
Women's Arizona BF Sandal - Mocha
I bought my first pair of Dr Marten's last fall! I am in love!! They look cute with skinny jeans and wide leg jeans! They can be worn with a skirt or dress and also, tights! So versatile and comfortable! I need more colours!
DR MARTENS 1460 Women's Pascal Virginia Leather Boots
What can I say about Blundstones? They have stood the test of time for me! I own the brown ones, a black pair and last fall, I bought the rustic black pair, too! So comfortable when you are on your feet everyday!
Blundstone 585 - Classic Rustic Brown
These Go Walk Skechers are fantastic for teaching! They are comfortable, supportive enough to get through a day and come in so many colours! I just take the sole out, put a no show sock over it and stick it back in so that my bare feet do not stink u...
Skechers Womens Go Walk 5-15901 Slip-On
Who doesn't love a cheap pillow slide? Amazon offers so many different styles and colours!
Womens Pillow Slides Slippers, Ultra-Soft Thick Soled Sandals for Home Bathroom, Quick Drying Shower Pillow Slides Cloud Shoes(US4.5-US10.5)
Adidas Stan Smith have become a staple in all women's wardrobes! I love my Stan Smith's! The more white they are, the better!
Stan Smith Shoes
Adidas Gazelle shoes! I love the muted colours! These shoes catch my eye every time I enter a shoe store! I have the peach coloured pair!
Gazelle Shoes
The cutest, most comfortable wedge for a 50 something! They come in pink, too!
SKECHERS - Women's Black Wedge & Platform Sandals - Beverlee_s_l | Globo Canada
So pretty but not too high! These would dress up any outfit!
MK PLATE WEDGE
The best Birkenstock shoe for the Fall! It is comfortable, supportive and easy to slip on as you run out the door!
Birkenstock Unisex Boston Soft Footbed Clog
Don't let anyone tell you that you are too old for Air Force's! You can rock these shoes with the best of them!
Nike Air Force 1 '07 Next Nature Women's Shoes
These slides are sooo comfy… and waterproof!
Restfeel Women's Slide | Women's Sandals | lululemon
I really like these shoes!! Not sure if it is the shape or the colour! I think I need a pair!!!
New Balance Womens 574 Core Sneaker
I think I might need a pair of these cute, little boots! Perfect for those cool, wet days!
Boggs - Amanda Chelsea II
Ahhh!! I spent all of last winter looking for these boots!! Finally back in stock!
Womens UGG® Classic Ultra Mini Boot - Chestnut
Ooooo!!! These are a cute height for a dress or skirt! Love them!
HARMONYY Black Nubuck Block Heel Booties | Women's Designer Booties – Steve Madden Canada
AHHH! I really want these! They are sooo cute! Update*** I bought them and I love them!
Women's 1460 Pascal Virginia Boot - Beige
Classic slim boot that looks great with any pants!
ALLISON Black Leather Block Heel Ankle Booties | Women's Designer Booties – Steve Madden Canada
Canadian Winter Wear
Canadian winters are harsh! I have found some tried and true winter coats over the years! I am always looking for that perfect “recess duty” winter jacket!
This jacket is the perfect transition piece from fall to winter! It is so light yet warm and fits easily over a sweater! I have worn mine for years and it still looks brand new!
Lululemon Pack It Down Long Jacket | Women's Coats & Jackets | lululemon
This is the ultimate “Super Puff”! It is gorgeous and beyond warm!
Aritzia The super puff™ long
This jacket has gotten me through the coldest weather! It is a classic winter coat for those who spend time outside! So many beautiful colours and the fur is even removable!
North Face Women’s Arctic Parka
North Face has their own version of the “Super Puff”! So warm!
North Face Women’s Nuptse Parka
Such a cute vest!!! These are handy when heading to a kid's hockey game! Throw on a hoodie and a vest and you are good to go!
Lululemon Wunder Puff Cropped Vest | Women's Coats & Jackets | lululemon
Another cute vest! I kind of like the elastic bottom on this one!
North Face Women’s Hydrenalite™ Down Vest
A much cheaper version of a “cropped puffy vest”!
AUTOMET Puffer Vest Women Sleeveless Winter Cropped Outerwear Warm Puffer Lightweight Stand-up Collar Down with Pockets
This colour combo is to die for! I love it!
North Face Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest
Classic knit beanie with pompom! So many colours to match that perfect black winter coat!
REDESS Women Winter Pompom Beanie Hat with Warm Fleece Lined, Thick Slouchy Snow Knit Skull Ski Cap
If anyone has the money to spend… this is the “cream of the crop” for winter jackets! So beautiful! #canadagoose #wellmade #$$$
Canada Goose Women's Coats, Lightweight Jackets & Parkas
This looks like a beautiful coat! It is ranked number one for “best overall investment” on purewow.com!
Triple F.A.T. Goose - Sophie Women's Puffer Down Jacket
Best insulated parka for under $200!
REI Co-op Norseland Insulated Parka - Women's | REI Co-op
Well, this just looks like you are wrapped in one warm, long blanket! So cozy!
L.L. Bean -Women's Ultrawarm Coat, Long
This coat was rated best for cold, wet climates!
Patagonia - Tres 3-in-1 Parka
Rated “most stylish”! This comes in so many colours! I love it!
North Face - Women’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
So friggen cute!
Women's Winter Knitted Beanie Hat
Everyday Pieces
I will share some of my favourite items that I find fit well and have stood the test of time…(and repeated visits to the washer!)
A lovely blazer is a staple in a woman's wardrobe! It dresses any outfit up and screams, “professional”! Very classy!
Twill Loose Open Long Blazer | RW&CO.
I feel like this v-neck would be flattering with any bottom!
Long-Sleeve V-Neck Sweater | RW&CO.
Such a cute sweater for Fall!
3/4-Sleeve Pointelle Sweater with Cut-Out at Back | RW&CO.
Black dresses are my downfall! This one is so pretty and flattering!
Sleeveless Fit and Flare Dress with V Neckline | RW&CO.
This one would be perfect for teaching… a little more give and room to move!
Sleeveless T-Shirt Dress with Shirred Shoulder | RW&CO.
Basic Tee…with cute sleeves!
Fitted Extended-Sleeve Crew-Neck Tee | RW&CO.
Another staple!
Long-Sleeve Buttoned-Down White Poplin Blouse | RW&CO.
It looks like shackets are back again! I love this muted colour!
Long Plaid Shacket | RW&CO.
Wide legs are back!! Not sure how I feel about that but these are pretty cute with a platform shoe!
AE Dreamy Drape Stretch Super High-Waisted Baggy Wide-Leg Pant
These are totally my kind of jeans!
AE Stretch Low-Rise Tomgirl Jean
Cute denim jacket! Comes in white, too!
AE Super Shrunken Denim Jacket
A very cute, versatile shirt!
AE Go Big Oversized Shirt
Love this length!
Roots Adult Classic Cabin Ankle Sock 2 Pack
A romper is a cute little outfit! I love this one!
Peach Jersey Active Extended Shoulder Romper | RW&CO.
Athleta has just opened near me! I am so excited!
Athleta Endless Pant
So cute and classic!
Classic Wool Coat with High Neckline | RW&CO.