Hi everyone, introducing myself

Hi everyone,

I've been reading your posts for months and love the helpful and friendly atmosphere. I wanted to join in but kept holding back, mainly because I doubt I will be posting pictures. For one thing, I'm too shy to put my pictures online! For another, I'm the polar opposite of tech savvy.

Angie's post from a few months ago celebrating the stylish over 50's is what really made me want to join. I'm 53 and wish I qualified as stylish! People are shocked when I say that number...most put me at mid-40's. I don't though! Due to some recent health issues I definitely feel at least 53.

I do try to look good, but feel like it's so much more challenging than it used to be. Now it's not just what I like and what looks good on me...it's also what's "appropriate" and just stylish enough without the dreaded trying too hard. So many extra things to think about. And for me, a supreme personal challenge...major foot issues keep me in gym shoes and custom orthos most of the time and seriously, what look does that not ruin?! I'm slim and fit and could look okay at least, but then there are those shoes.

So, that's me and my baggage of issues. Can I come in and play? I have many general questions to ask but this post is quite long enough for now!

12 years ago

RoseandJoan

Veteran

Of course you can come to play, the more the merrier!

Ornella

(website)

Peri, welcome. You already know what warm and friendly atmosphere can be found here - but now that you've joined the real magic will begin. Don't worry about posting photos, we have wonderful members who don't. It is entirely up to you and how you feel.

I am sure that in no time "the baggage" will become "the challenges" you've learnt to work with and you will be sure, not just wish, that you *are* one stylish lady.

Tina.b

Welcome. There is so much to learn here!

catgirl

Hello and welcome!

Anonymous

Hello Peri, welcome!

Kalli

Active Member

Welcome to YLF! We look forward to whatever contributions you feel like. I'm picture shy too but I'm untech savvy just not good at using cameras.

Suz

Welcome, Peri!! And have you seen Angie's snazzy sneaker blog post? Maybe at least you could vary your sneakers!

Charmian

Welcome, Peri! I, too, was very picture shy but now occasionally post WIWs. I think it's 100% ok to take it at your own pace, and to stop when you've reached your personal limits (there are ladies who here don't post pictures either).

I can't wait to see how you contribute to our little community!

Raisin

Welcome Peri! I'm sure you can get some good advice here on how to solve your shoue issues. Don't be shy to post pictures, it's really very helpful!

Welcome!

Peri

Thanks for the warn welcome! Can't wait to play...I'm about to ask my first question.

Suz, I did see the sneaker post. I've tried various brands but so far no joy. The biggest disappointment is usually Cole Haan and their Nike Air. Super thin soles, not nearly enough cushion and very little support.

My biggest success so far is the dansko sneakers...Veda. I think they fall in the so ugly they're cute category. They are comfortable enough for a little walking, but not a days worth. Oh well, keep looking!

pil

Welcome, Peri. If you're shy about posting pictures you can always blur out your face like I do. I find it helpful to post them. If nothing else take pictures for your own use at home - sometimes you can see things that don't necessarily show up in the mirror.

I think Mo might have those same Dansko sneakers : )

Debora

Welcome, Peri! You don't need to post photos in order to participate on the forum, so no worries! I do post but I crop my head. I'm over 50 and my feet have become quite a bit fussier over the last year, so I can understand how it can make putting together an outfit all that more difficult. You've probably heard of the Barking Dogs website, but here's the link in case you have not.

http://barkingdogshoes.com/

Looking forward to getting to know you!

Transcona Shannon

Welcome to the forum Peri - the more, the merrier! No need to post pics to be involved. You can pick up a ton of information from participating in the various discussions and of course, reading Angie's always informative blog posts. So jump right in - looking forward to getting to know you.

bj1111

hi peri...another convert from lurker to poster. yay.

Sarah A

Hello and welcome! I too have struggled with fussy foot issues.i am not sure your style or foot size but i found that mens shoes accomodated my orthotics better. A funky oxford or monk strap was kind of my signature look during my worst fussy foot times...

Susie

Hello! And welcome from another member of the 50+ group! I've been here for about six months and have learned so much about fashion and, more importantly, about how I want my own style to evolve. I haven't posted too many pictures of my outfits but when I have everyone has been both supportive and helpful.

I look forward to "seeing" more of you!

Peri, you sound so sweet and I'm so glad you officially joined. I hear you on the age-appropriate and foot issues. There are lots of answers and helpful people here (as you already know) that can make dressing fun again. I think there's even an old post in the archives about how to dress around Dansko clogs. Have a look. You'll have some fun reading even if you don't find it.

Carla

Hello, and welcome...from another 50+. I'd like to echo those who encourage the picture taking. You can learn a lot.

Mia

Hi and welcome. I am still in some state of lurkdom myself having not yet had the nerve to start a post or do a pic. I do however thoroughly enjoy chiming in and I have received some great advice from other YLF members.

I hear you on the foot issues and am over 50 myself. I did find I could get my custom orthotics into a pair of Michael Kors rubber rain boots and I get more compliments on them than any item ever. Just cracks me up because no one knows I have the orthos in there!

DonnaF

Hi, Peri;

Welcome! My goal is to learn how to take and post pics by the time I turn 60 in less than two months! I have two pairs of Vedas, black and the taupe ones I bought last month. They get a bit hard on the bottom, don't they? I have super fussy feet and custom orthotics I no longer use because they create more pain than they relieve.

Thanks for the heads up on Cole Haans. I've lost the padding on the bottom of my feet, so I guess I won't even try them. I find Zappos and Barkingdogshoes reviews invaluable.

Gaylene

Hi Peri, and welcome to the forum. I'm heading towards my mid-sixties so, to me, you are still one of the young ones. And, regarding pictures, I've been a YLF member for three years and have chosen, for various reasons, to not post any pictures. But I do have a lot of fun talking about fashion with Angie and the rest of the forum members.

Spiffy

Welcome!!

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