Haaaa, that was cute April, I LOVE how it was OK with you to be over 50:)

R&J ...such lovely things to say")

April, you crack me up. And my mistake. How dare I rob you of your youth. But know that there was a compliment in there somewhere :0)

Like Laura, I want to join the 50 and fabulous brigade. But first, I should join the 40 and fabulous brigade - 3 more months. Hold a place for me too?

April you are absolutely gorgeous, whether in your forties or fifties you should be very proud to look so fabulously stylish.

Angie! We girls in our 40s are excited to have you in our little group. I've got five or six more years to enjoy being in your circle. But somehow I think the 50s are going to be better. Just a feeling

Thanks for the warm welcome, Laura. I am just as hounoured to be part of the stylish YLF 40-year-old brigade :0)

And it makes sense: my 20's were better than my teens, my 30's were better than my 20's. I'm sure my 40's will be better than my 30's - which makes me excited to reach my 50's!

Nicely put Angie!! Hadn't thought of age in that way exactly, but I also feel that too that each decade has been better than the previous one! Great post and I agree that women over 50 have the best style. My Mom certainly does!!

Yes Angie, it does seem that each decade gets a little better than the last. And, just take one look at all the fab 50s women who've been mentioned here -- they all seem to radiate fun and confidence and I don't know how to put this exactly, but they all are so smart while having this light-hearted, freeing outlook that I completely envy.

Is that true, fab 50s women? Do you feel that way about yourselves?

I think you put that perfectly, Laura. I have the same perception as you do.

I adore my girl friends who are over the age of 50 :0)

Laura, that is a very good way to put it. I do feel lighthearted!!

I can't speak for everyone over 50 but there is a certain amount of *comfortable in my own skin* feeling. We sort of *must* accept the many changes your body goes through. We are much more *chick* friendly I think...the petty women stuff takes a back seat because I have learned how ugly and unproductive that can be. I am very accepting of all women... young and old because we are no longer threatened by that popular girl...I want to be her friend...and pick our battles carefully. Very grateful for life's many blessings and not dwell on the bad...for me anyway....it is truly freeing:)

Hear, hear!

I have not responded much even though I have been reading this blog for over a year. I have and still continue to be impressed by everyone. I am never too old to learn. I am gratified to have found such a caring and loving community of women, age not withstanding. Every decade faces their own unique set of problems and I'm not immune, but age doesn't seem to be a factor on this blog. It's refreshing. I don't see myself as OLD or ready for the 'funny farm', but how I enjoy hearing the opinions of the younger generation. They keep me from getting too set in my ways :). I agree with Taylor, I also feel more 'chick' friendly without being threatening. I think I have become more tolerate because some things just aren't that important.
Life is good. Live it good. I am 61.

Laura, the older I get, the more I see of that Hallmark Maxine character coming out. I guess you don't "sweat the small stuff" much. Kids are all grown up and you have more choices in your life if you are healthy. Each age has its advantages.

I'm happy this forum doesn't just pay lip service to celebrating style for all, but actually showcases it. Cheers to the 50+ set!

Laura, I just saw your comment now and you are so insightful. I do feel more lighthearted and freer at age 55 than I ever did at any other age! Every decade has had it's advantages and challenges. I have enjoyed them all, but I feel now that I am in my 50's, I have a better idea of what's important in life and what's not than I did in my younger years. Like Joy, I really try not to sweat the small stuff anymore. I know my likes and dislikes and feel that I can be more selective now. I feel that after years of experimenting with fashion, I have a better sense of my personal style and can expand on it. I don't feel old, and I certainly don't want to dress old or act old! Taylor was right on the money when she stated that there is a certain amount of being comfortable in your own skin. Fifty is fab, and like Taylor, I am grateful for life's blessings!

Ruthe - It's great to hear from you and you should join in more often! It would be so wonderful to hear more from the over-60's! I know I always look forward to Joy's posts.