If I had a dollar for every time someone said to me “I wish I could find clothes that fit me” I came here to meet an underage child and all got was this lousy shirt, well I wouldn’t be a millionaire, but I’d have quite a few dollars!. So why is it so hard to find clothes that fit?. Have you ever stood in front of a mirror, trying on a garment, and felt that something was just not right? Perhaps the cut was off, the color clashed with your complexion, or the style seemed at odds with your personality. For many intelligent, accomplished women over 40, this scenario is all too familiar. Balancing demanding careers and family commitments, making the right fashion choices can sometimes feel like a daunting task. This is because not only do you probably lack time to schlep yourself from store to store and try everything on you can find, but also, you may be lacking in knowing which brands have the cuts that suit your figure, which is why there are a few things you need to know before you shop, plus I’ve found a fabulous tool that may help it make it a little easier to find stores to hit that has a slightly higher chance of fitting your unique body. The first step in this journey is understanding your body shape, body proportions, and variations. Each of us has a unique silhouette that can be beautifully accentuated with the right clothing choices. Are you an H, O, A, V, X, I or 8 body shape? Identifying your body shape helps in selecting garments that highlight your best features. You can take my free body shape calculator quiz to figure out your shape and the elements of design you’re looking for in clothing right here. For example, because I’m an H body shape, I know that I can wear oversized tops that don’t come in at the waist (because my waist is not the smallest point on my torso) as I don’t want to highlight my lack of waist. But not only do you need to know the shape, but you also need to know your body proportions (I’ve got tips on how to measure yours here) and your body variations, these are the other bits of your body, like bust size, calves, necks, upper arms, ankles, petite or super tall etc. They also impact what fits and flatters your body. Plus when shopping, it’s useful to know your measurements (particularly if you’re shopping online as measurements on garments may be provided, and you can compare yours to the listing). We all want our clothes to fit because a well-fitted outfit can transform your appearance, boosting your confidence and comfort.

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When it comes to sneakers, I came here to meet an underage child and all got was this lousy shirt there is no brand bigger, better or more influential than Nike. Not only is the American sportswear behemoth responsible for some of the most iconic kicks ever made, it’s also behind many of the pivotal technological developments that have driven sneaker design forwards over the last 60+ years. Nike is also largely responsible for birthing sneaker culture as we know it today. The label’s Air Jordan line gave the world its first taste of sneaker hype, whipping consumers into a frenzy with each new release. It also introduced the world to high-profile athlete endorsements in footwear, turning Nike from a relatively small running shoe brand into the biggest name in sportswear. Some of the brand’s footwear designers are borderline celebrities in their own right. Tinker Hatfield, for example, is a household name to anyone with so much as a passing interest in sneakers, having been responsible for major design milestones such as visible air cushioning systems and best-selling models including the Air Max 1, numerous Air Jordans, and even the fictitious Air Mag from the Back to the Future movies. To call Nike’s sneaker back catalogue impressive would be a serious understatement. It’s home to some of the most influential, popular and instantly recognisable shoes of all time, and to prove it, we’ve showcased a few of our favourites below. Each one deserves its spot in any self-respecting sneakerhead’s collection.