I agree with you 100%! All the style shows and talk shows that talk about style show you the really expensive stuff. Not ever do they cater to the actual persons that are watching these shows. Think about it, if I am wealthy, I am probably doing something other than watching TV, like shopping, playing tennis or golf, or maybe taking a trip to Paris or a cruise to St. Martins. I would like to see a real show for the majority of the people.

I get so aggravated at Oprah sometimes because of this. She knows what it’s like to be poor, but she has forgotten, like Dr. Phil and Robin. They can talk about how they came up, but don’t think about us when putting their shows together. I made a point to watch Dr. Phil one day because Robin was going to tell her secrets for looking so young. Well, she chose like 5 women that had emailed her and gave them her routine. A spa treatment in Beverly Hills, microdermabrasion, teeth whitening & bonding, designer makeup, hair and clothing. Her favorite products are outrageous and the average woman can’t afford them.

The same thing with Oprah. Her favorite things are way out of my reach and it is frustrating. Give us the real life for once. I can’t afford Gucci and Prada purses. Mine come from Target, TJ Maxx or Ross. Someone should have a show called, “Real People in Real Times”. Oh. . . . . if only I were in a position to do so, I would do just that!

I have to disagree. I think you can wear jeans as long as you stick with a style that is becoming to your body. I am 55 and a size 14. I love my jeans. And yes they are so.. . . . comfortable. It sounds like you may be picking the wrong style for you. As with any other clothing, I have to try on different styles, it’s the same for jeans. I don’t wear low riders and I am a Tommy Hilfiger jean lady and I still love my Levis 529s. Jeans have survived for centuries and will continue to survive for centuries more.

I’m not an expert, but my husband has “bowed legs” as well and he cannot wear a straight leg jean. Has to be boot cut. If you are going to wear dress pants, opt for the wide leg, which is back in this fall. No one would ever know. It’s hard to find a jean that will totally hide the legs, but move attention away from the knee area. Make sure they have a great fit in the butt, (draws eye to the butt), don’t wear eye catching shoes (makes people look down at your shoes and thus will follow the leg to get there). Do wear an eye popping top or great belt, that will keep the eye up. Learn to stand in different positions that do not emphasize your legs. As I said, I am not an expert; this is just my opinion. Maybe someone with more knowledge will jump in here.

One other thing that has nothing to do with style; take care of your back. People with bowed legs can injure their back a lot quicker than someone who doesn’t. If you can’t kick it, don’t pick it.

Bras have only been around for 100 years, or so. Prior to that time, women went without and did quite well.

There is a misconception that breasts will sag if one does not wear a bra. That is actually not true. Wearing a bra will stop the human body from giving the muscles the strength to hold the breasts in the position that they should be in.

Bras can also contribute to breast tenderness and have been thought to contribute to the possibility of breast cancer as the squeeze the lymph nodes.

Small and large breasted women can go braless. It is safe for any size.

As far as the looks one might get from others….once you walk with confidence, trust me, you will not notice anyone looking at you in a leering way. If they do, it is their problem and nothing that you have caused.

I post on a site for those going braless. Some are braless 24/7, others are braless at home and in social settings only. It’s a great site that can help women (and men) with the questions posed here. I know that I am not allowed to post a link here, but I think I can tell you the link in a PM, if anyone wants the info.

I agree that high heels are disempowering for women and I do think it is somewhat hypocritical for someone dedicated to personal empowerment to advocate wearing them. And Oprah does have many shows where fashion advisors encourage the wearing of high heels.

You can’t walk far, or run in the things. You’re up in the air, teetering in a fragile position. Not very powerful, IMO. I’m quite short but I gave up wearing high heels a long time ago. So, what, I’m short. At least I can run if I need to. At least I can still walk at the end of the day.

Anti-frizz serum is gross! I have curley hair. I’ve worn it long, short, ironed out and (naturally) wild. But mostly, out of convenience, I wear it up. I have tried so many products to try and tame my hair and I am tired of wasting my money on empty promises. Anti-Frizz was one of the first products I tried (Jr. High/10 yrs ago) and all it did was leave my head GREASY! Who wants that!? I am in a RUT! I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to have soft silky wavy curls but I have been unable to achieve this look. My hair has NEVER been colored and is healthy but doesn’t look it because of the frizz! I’ve tried everything.. I am at a total loss PLEASE HELP!

I am 53 and letting my hair go grey. I love not having to color my hair and put up with the damage it does to it. I think I probably earned every single one of them, so hey!

I have a question for you. I wear my hair about shoulder length. So many women I know over 50 feel the need to tell me that “women over 50 don’t wear their hair long.” What would you respond?