Ageism

So it’s that time of year when many of us have “events.” Whether it’s a wedding, graduation, reunion, or just plain social get-together, you’re likely thinking about what’s currently in your wardrobe and what additions you may need. And as perennial as the flowers this time of year come the…

It’s not uncommon for women “of a certain age” to feel unseen or unheard. And for good reason: Older women are frequently ignored in popular culture and only rarely portrayed in a positive light in mainstream media. That means we frequently don’t know about the important and vital work many…

The late, great New York Times fashion and society photographer Bill Cunningham once said, “Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life.”  Whether you are 23 or 83, determining what to wear and how you want to present yourself to the world requires self-reflection and self-confidence. Whether…

You may remember (especially if you feel your memory is good for your age!) that about a year ago, we published a post about the significant number of people who subjectively feel younger than their chronological age. As that post made clear, many people feel younger than the calendar tells…

With each successive award show making it more and more clear, women over 50 appear to be finally making an impression in Hollywood. Whether it’s been the Golden Globes, the Screen Actors Guild, or the upcoming Oscars on March 12th, older women are reaping the benefits of hard-earned trophies after…

If you’re of a “certain age,” you’ve likely experienced some form of ageism while going about your daily activities. And by ageism, we don’t necessarily mean outright explicit discrimination or denial of opportunities because of your age (though of course, those actions are commonplace for so many, especially those seeking…