Midlife Chat Show: Q &A on makeup over 50, style over 50 and looking for a...
The last in our current series of the Midlife Real Life Chat show as we take a break for the summer. I am joined by makeup artist Jo Jewett and stylist Maggie McMillan as we answer readers questions...
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Job Possibilities Post Lockdown
Due to the lockdown, there are an estimated 650,000 jobs that could be cut in the next few weeks. That is going to put so many families into peril and it can be quite disheartening to learn that you...
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Style over 50: Bra Friendly Summer Dresses
Article by Ceri Wheeldon Whether it’s a summer holiday or a staycation, the warm, sunny weather is welcome, but it can be difficult to find summer dresses that are easy and comfortable to wear in our...
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Book Review: My Perfect Sister by Penny Batchelor
Book Review by Ceri Wheeldon Having interviewed the author previously about her own personal inspirational story, I felt I just had to read her debut novel. Annie has been estranged from her mother for...
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Review of Nailpad : Great for home manicures
Review by Ceri Wheeldon During lockdown visits to nailbars for regular manicures came to an abrupt stop – although I have to confess to never having been to one- I have always been quite low...
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Book Review: Small Pleasures by Clare Chambers
Review by Ceri Wheeldon Set in 1950s England, in Simple Pleasures we meet Jean, who is living what can only be described as a limited life as she works as a feature writer on a local paper to support...
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Questions You Should Ask a Job Search Coach
Article by Ceri Wheeldon With many individuals facing redundancy, and increased competition for every job vacancy, many jobseekers may feel they need some additional support in their job search and...
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My response to the headlines suggesting millions of over 50s will be asked to...
Article by Ceri Wheeldon I have to admit to being a bit taken aback over the weekend when I saw headlines suggesting that the over 50s may be subject to increased restrictions in order to prevent a...
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How do we measure beauty over 50? A poem about a Faded Bloom
Article by Ceri Wheeldon I came across this beautiful poem written about ageing beauty by Beverley Harvey who has been a frequent contributor to Fab after Fifty over the years. I felt I had to share...
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Tips for shopping in your own wardrobe: knowing what clothes you already own
Article by Ceri Wheeldon I am a great believer in shopping in your own wardrobe before investing in anything new. I have friends who often compliment me on what I’m wearing and are clearly surprised...
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How to measure yourself for the right sized bra
Article by Ceri Wheeldon With most changing rooms closed following lockdown, and with social distancing in place, having a bra fitting when buying new lingerie has become a problem. Especially as most...
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Midlife Reinvention: Interview with Amanda Weinberg on having her novel...
Interview by Ceri Wheeldon Amanda Weinberg shares her story as she followed her dream and published her first novel at the age of 61. A little about Amanda I live in London with my husband and a series...
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Nine Fabulous Accessories To Wear When Leaving The House
After picking out which clothes to wear, accessories act as the finishing touches to bring your whole outfit together. In their fifties, women can still look glamorous every time they leave the...
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My style over 50: A new style over 50 series
Article by Ceri Wheeldon I thought it would be fun to have women over 50 who love clothes to share their style stories with Fab after Fifty readers. I’m starting the series by sharing my own personal...
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Don’t let Age be a Barrier in your Job Search.
Article by Ceri Wheeldon I have lost track of how many times I have heard individuals in their 50s and beyond say that there was no point in even trying to look for a new job as their age would count...
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Midlife Reinvention: Lorri Delahunty on setting up a vegan business, losing...
Interview by Ceri Wheeldon Our latest inspirational ‘Fab Woman’ is Lorri Delahunty, who set up a vegan clothing company in her 50s, lost weight to go down several dress sizes, gave up alcohol…and...
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My Style over 50: Style and Confidence Coach Julia Rees shares her personal...
Following on from last week’s introduction to the ‘My Style over 50’ series, Style and Confidence Coach Julia Rees is the first of our stylish readers to share her personal style story – and her tips...
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Career change over 50: Why you should NOT let age get in the way of your...
Article by Ceri Wheeldon When it comes to a career change over 50 , success really can be a matter of mindset. Whether you are looking for a complete change of career direction, are looking for a new...
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My Style over 50: Bukky of Vibrant Midlife shares her style story
Interview by Ceri Wheeldon As we continue to share the style stories of real women over 50, Bukky shares her style inspiration. Tell us a little about yourself: I’m Bukky, I’m a Midlife Wellness...
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My Style over 50: Marion shares her style tips and inspiration
Interview by Ceri Wheeldon Today, in our ‘My Style over 50’ series, featuring real women who love to be stylish over 50 Marian Maclean shares her style story with Fab after Fifty. How would you...
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