To me it seems that the spectrum of who and what we are supposed to be as we age is presented as very black and white; Cut our hair (no, not me thought ;)), put away the miniskirts, eat kale, etc. The juicy middle gets ignored and here I am not talking about 'the muffin tops'. I am more talking about the fact that we do not turn 40 and immediately become 'one dimensional' (resting-bitch-face) old hags. I am talking about the 'grey area' in which we women get better. Maybe we cuss a little more. We definitely have more sex. We try on ridiculous lipstick. But mainly, grow into ourselves. I certainly can relate to that. However, age, to me, is just another number. Just think a little? Aren’t there some things that defy age limits and just hit us right in the 'sexy bone'? Like, I have a few clothes (shirts, pjs, simple dresses, etc) nothing special really, but there is something about them, perhaps the cut of the neckline and the way the fabric runs diagonally that when I put it on, it just hustles over to highlight all the right spots. Even on a crap day, it could make me feel gorgeous. There are some other things too (of course), things I maybe did not notice when I was younger and too focused on everything I believed was wrong with me. But here are just a few of the things that make me feel gorgeous that have nothing to do with age, would you like to know what? Then keep on reading ;)
1. Simple 'divine' clothes in white or black
To me, it does not really matter if it's a particular shirt or a dress, it is more about the color (especially lately) and white and /or black for sure are a symbol for sexy, rumpled fun and classic, easy style. And I absolutely love it no doubt ;)
2. Music
Oh gosh yes. It's all about music lately. Not a particular one. Any, as long as I resonate with the vibe, rhythm, to feel the inner soul of the music. Music simply does it for me every time, singing out loud(even some dance move to get along). And trustme, I believe I will never be too old for good music - any genre, any language. You name it I'll sing ;).
3. Every day is a good hair day
I’m not ashamed to say that those days when it all just works, whether it’s a few strands of hair that curl under my chin, or unexpected curls that don’t quit, it puts a positive spin on everything. Oh yeas id does. I wish I'd realise that about 20 years ago, lol :D.
4. Fit jeans
I do not need to spend many words on that. Simple jeans that just fit perfectly are a way to go. And to me, paired with a simple white trainers - I am ready to go and rock that look all the way. Try not to complicate, just be comfortable and confident in what you put on! Come on, you got this too!
5. Freshly painted nails and toes
Oh yes. Always! They do not even have to be from a salon. Looking down at my red toenails or my freshly painted nails just makes me feel amazing, because it means I took the time to focus on myself in a way that only really matters to me. It is not buying a new top that other people will see, not a skin serum or jewelry. It’s just a colorful wink on my feet and my nails. And trust me when I say - you can do them all by yourself. If I can, you too can ;)
There are certain things that make me feel sexy and beautiful and fulfilled no matter the age. And there are some things I simply will never outgrow. Regardless, one thing I know for sure is that I am not going to let society determine what is or is not 'age appropriate' for me.
However I have to admit, though, that I love a nice veggie smoothies too :) haha.
Until next time, S.
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