Over 40 Style

The Webster

Jo Frances — Sat, 19 May 2012 08:35:34 PDT

It never fails! I post about buying for quality and not price, but the next day I notice that Target has released it's "The Webster" line. Which is adorable and perfect for summer. Ironic, no? Perhaps I should write about taking vacations in the South of France just to see if any cheap vacations packages to Hawaii come up!

Anyway, The Webster is a Miami-area boutique, so unlike previous collaborations, this line isn't influenced by a specific designer. I think it's more of a collection of the types of items sold in the store, and the banana leaf pattern is taken from the store's decor.

More Webster...

All it takes is one...

Jo Frances — Thu, 17 May 2012 12:28:19 PDT

One signature piece, that is. Take this Vanessa Bruno skirt. It's $195 (originally priced at $560), which is admittedly a lot for a skirt. But it's obviously so well made and, yes, expensive looking that it will instantly elevate anything else you wear with it.

As much as I love finding bargains at Target, there are times I have to remind myself that quality does show. Spending a lot is no guarantee of finding well made clothes, but it certainly improves the odds.

Mid-length Skirts
Sandals

Mom jewelry

Jo Frances — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:04:29 PDT

Am I a bad mother because it never occured to me to wear my kids initials??? This is such a sweet idea, I can't wait to try it.

(For more photos and sources of Celebrity Mom jewelry, go to Instyle.com.)

More jcpenney...

How to wear a tunic top

Jo Frances — Tue, 15 May 2012 06:48:41 PDT

One of the things that can age a woman is wearing a style silhouette that is dated. Nothing says "my best style years were in the 90s" than a closetful of boot cut jeans with no variation. A skinny fitted pant in a bright color may seem like going to the other extreme, but sometimes we all need a nudge towards the middle...and comfortable tunic tops may just be the incentive.

Longsleeve Tops
Tunics

Scarves under $10

Jo Frances — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:40:07 PDT

Wearing a scarf is fun. You can experiment with colors and prints, with lengths and styles. It's also a way to finish an outfit---a scarf makes a business casual outfit look interview ready, and tee shirt/jeans look chic.

More Charlotte Russe...

Summer work blouses

Jo Frances — Sun, 13 May 2012 21:11:52 PDT

Longsleeve Tops
Button Front Tops

Tennis, anyone?

Jo Frances — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:53:41 PDT

In keeping with the '20s theme from yesterday, here's a drop waist tennis dress from Lacoste. So cute, I'd carry around a racket just to wear it.

Technical Pique Tipped Tennis Dress With Drawstring Drop Waist

$135.00$99.99 at Lacoste

The Art Deco Look

Jo Frances — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:57:34 PDT

The Art Deco trend seems custom made for women over 40. It's feminine, adult and flattering, thanks to those looser cuts and those genius drop-waists. For weddings, graduations and outdoor parties, this is the look I'm going to go for.

Day Dresses
Pumps

Not too bare sandals

Jo Frances — Tue, 08 May 2012 20:40:09 PDT

Not too tall, not too casual and not too bare, these shoes are just right for summer.

Sandals
Wedges

Cute with jeans

Jo Frances — Mon, 07 May 2012 17:33:15 PDT

Blouses, accessories and other details that go well with jeans.

Flare Denim
Clutches