How to look modern, hip and trendy after 40

This week's 40+ style star Jamie is mod and hip and has the best (loftier heeled) shoes. Observe out how to become some of that immature, vibrant and youthful vibe into your style!

Hi Jamie. Thank you for taking the time out to answer a few questions for 40plusstyle.com! Tin you tell united states of america a little bit more about yourself?

I am fashion blogger from the fabulous state of New Mexico. I too am the fashion practiced on 2KASA Style, a local FOX affliate TV show.

Equally a point of reference, which historic period group practise you belong to or perchance y'all are willing to share your age?

I am the rockin' age of 48! I likewise answer this question like this; "Ok, if forty is the new 20 and 50 is the new 30…I'k 28. You do the math."

Can you tell us a bit more about your blog More Than Turquoise and why you created it?

My web log is (mainly) way with a bit of lifestyle and New Mexico. I created the blog because I thought there was a demand. Anybody seems to follow fashionable people in New York and Los Angeles, etc…so I idea to myself "Why wouldn't someone want to follow someone fashionable in New Mexico as well?"

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How would you depict your style?

I call myself a fleck a of a style spaz because, really, I like everything. I but don't have a defined style.

What would you consider the most important components of your way?

Just the willingness to effort something new. I take into account my body shape and age-appropriate looks…. just I do take an open up mind to different styles.

Where do you live and how does that influence your way?

I have lived all over the The states, but for the past fifteen years I have lived in New Mexico. There is a heavy southwestern influence here and I incorporate it into my wardrobe. And, seriously, who doesn't love turquoise and a great pair of cowboy boots?

Do you feel you have a signature style?

I am known for wearing big scale jewelry and pulling my hair back into a ponytail. Other than that, I effort to surprise people.

What inspires your outfit choices the almost?

I get inspiration from so many different sources. I will say that if something doesn't properly fit, it does not become part of my outfit.

Practice you take things like color profiling or body type into account when you clothes?

Absolutely. I have a pretty clear understanding of what colors look best on me and since I sometimes endure from "muffin-top", I'thousand non going to habiliment something that points an pointer to it.

Has your style inverse at all subsequently turning 40?

yep BUT I don't want to apparel also aged or dated. My makeup has inverse quite a bit, likewise.

Exercise you believe in dressing 'age appropriately' and what does it mean to yous?

To me this means not dressing like a teen trying to become into a club with a fake ID or to dress like grandmother'due south span club attendees. I want to ever be electric current and on-tendency simply I volition toss a disquisitional eye on my outfit earlier I venture out. If my husband chuckles or raises his eyebrow at my outfit, I'll will go change.

Would y'all say that at this stage of your life you are now more or less interested in mode, mode and the way you look?

I have ever been and will always be interested in way. Writing a blog and being on TV keeps me on my toes. I'm OK with this. Really, I honey information technology.

Why is the way you look important to y'all?

When I think I expect good, I experience confident in everything I am doing.

Which of the outfits on your blog are personal favorites and why?

I similar this picture of me in this blanket coat considering it gives a real "nod" to the southwest and has a existent Georgia O'Keefe feel.
I started wearing hats for the showtime time… and this hat and outfit did, in fact, make me feel fierce.
Every twelvemonth my girlfriends and I assemble for a holiday tiffin and try to out wearing apparel/bling each other. I won.
I received more than compliments on these earrings and my outfit every bit a whole. I felt pretty in this picture.
I've been trying to me more creative with my photography on my blog and I felt that this fit the bill.

Do you follow trends? And if yes, which trends excite you lot at the moment?

Trends is my middle name. Currently loving the blanket coat and fringe.

Practice you have any fashion and style tips for women over xl?

Just exist willing to try something new. Never say "I can't wear that" until you've tried it and you know for sure.

What are your plans for your blog and how practice you come across it develop over the coming years?

I want to consistantly go along my blog fun and relevant and my photography fresh and creative. I want to continue to grow my follower base and go along to develop relationships with existing and potential sponsors. Additionally, I am considering adding "production" to my site.

Anything further y'all would like to add?

I LOVE to meet new bloggers. If anyone wants to say HI – please do so!

Exist sure to cheque out Jamie's blog More Turquoise for more than fabulous looks!

Which of Jamie's outfits is your favorite?

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