The Beauty Protocole

Luxe Leopard in silk styled with my blond bob. My last outfit here in NZ as we headed to dinner before flying to Japan. See you there. ❤️

Life is generally casual. That’s the reality. Although internally, I’m screaming WEAR THE SEQUINS. 💫😂
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Yes, I absolutely dress up for dinner and love my heels and a little glamour…but behind the scenes, it’s definitely more jeans and sweater, or gym wear.
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So here’s a little snap of my Saturday. Casual, comfortable, but still dressed with intention.
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✴️ The suede leather LOAFER MULES are from Amazon — comment LINK and I’ll send it to you.
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SIZING: I’m normally a 6.5 and bought the 6.5. If you’re a half size, I’d size down. They also come in multiple colours.
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Happy weekend all. 🤎
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There’s something about black + beige that feels effortlessly chic to me. No loud colour. No obvious logos. No need to add more just for the sake of it. 🖤🤎
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I love this outfit because the details do the talking — the texture of the fur jacket, the cropped shape against the wide-leg trousers, the contrast of soft beige and strong black, finished with simple gold jewellery.
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It’s understated, but it still has presence. 🖤
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That’s my version of quiet luxury — great proportions, beautiful texture and the confidence to know when an outfit needs nothing more.
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And just like that, I’m ready for date night with hubby. 🥂
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Happy Friday all. 😘
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Date night makeup giving seamless blending, gentle contouring, natural glow, soft neutral eyes and defined lashes all with a less-is-more touch 💫
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I used to think evening makeup meant heavier foundation, stronger colours and more of everything.
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🌟 Now in my 60s, I keep my foundation light and luminous. I add depth with soft/medium tones, use gentle contouring and avoid anything too dark or harsh. Still glam but less makeup.
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Well hydrated skin makes everything look better. Prep is key.
Dry skin or heavy matte foundation adds years.
💫 Product choice is everything.
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And then there’s the glow. For me, that’s the magic. It makes the whole face look fresh and alive rather than overly “done”.
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My three hero products I reached for tonight:
✨ Foundation — CHANEL BEAUTY Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation
✨ Highlighter — CHANEL BEAUTY Les Beiges Healthy Glow Highlighting Fluid
✨ Eyeshadow sticks —
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I’ve learned that more isn’t the problem. It’s how I wear it.
If you have any questions, LMK in comments❤️
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Celebrating my 62nd Birthday today 🎉… Funny how different a number feels when you’re actually get there. 🥂✨
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When I was younger, 62 sounded old. Now I’m here, I realise how little the number really means. And that age itself doesn’t make you old.
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My age doesn’t tell me to stop wearing something, trying something new, travelling, lifting weights, changing direction or wanting more from life.
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But it does remind me that the priority is living well.
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Positive mindset, daily exercise, good nutrition with large doses of travel, fun, love and laughter…And small doses of excellent ch*****ne (not giving it up).🥂💃
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Of course I’m aging. But I’m not letting a number decide how old I should feel or how I should live.
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So here’s to 62. 🪩❤️ Healthy, curious, grateful and excited about what’s still ahead.
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Casual day. Real life. Light makeup. And a pretty simple skincare routine ✨…Because at 61, I only use a few products that consistency make my skin look healthy, hydrated and naturally glowing.
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✴️ Comment GLOW and I’ll send you the links to the skincare products I use.
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⭐️ TWO of my regular products are more affordable alternatives to the cult SK-II Facial Treatment Essence and iconic Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair. 👀
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Good skin doesn’t mean complicated skincare or the most expensive.
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Keeping things simple. 💜
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🌟 Pssst - NEVER forget your sunscreen or Tretinoin (Gold Standard topical retinoid) to stimulate collagen, reduce hyperpigmentation, reduce sun damage and soften fine lines.
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‘Age-appropriate’ is a made-up concept that creates doubt and makes us question our style choices. Instead I wear that short dress, add my high heels, a smile and turn up the attitude. 🤎🧡
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I choose confidence. This is what people notice and remember.
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Style over 50, doesn’t mean playing safe. It’s about feeling great in what you choose to wear! ❤️
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Leopard print never left us 🐆…And while its trending again for Fall 2026, I’ve been wearing leopard for years. Why? Because it’s the print that never goes out of style. 🤎🤍🖤
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I love to style my brown-and-black leopard the way you would a camel coat or basic black. Keeping it simple, chic and tonal.
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I shopped my wardrobe for this statement faux fur coat and wore it with dark denim jeans, black sweater and chocolate brown boots. I added my quiet luxury The Horse Clementine Handbag to keep the look relaxed.
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Whether wearing animal prints as a statement or more subtle accents like boots, handbag or scarf, leopard has attitude and adds confidence without trying too hard.
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And sometimes that’s exactly what an outfit needs.🧡
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Fresh, radiant and healthy. 💫 For us women over 50, barely-there makeup can be so flattering when we want to look polished without looking overly made up.
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💫 The difference between my bare face and this natural day-makeup look is subtle, but it’s enough. More rested, fresher and radiant. Still me, but better.
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✴️ The 3 HERO PRODUCTS in this look are the foundation + bronzer + blusher.
Products that melt into your skin rather than sitting on top.
🌟 Just comment LINKS and I’ll send them through.
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🌟 And interestingly, these softer, barely-there makeup looks are the ones that get me the most compliments now.
- No heavy, aging foundation
- No layers of powdery products
- No harsh eye makeup
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💫 Instead, I use less coverage. Great skin prep. Softer definition. Hydrating textures. Sheer layers.
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Save this for your next natural makeup day. ❤️
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🤔 If you have any questions, LMK in comments. 💬
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This matching denim set does all the work. The dark-wash and the wide-leg jeans paired with the cinched-waist top creates that effortlessly pulled-together look that I love. Polished, but not overly styled. Relaxed, but still chic.
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I’ve kept this ZARA outfit understated and paired it with Zara cream kitten heels and a Bottega Veneta Bag with a bold gold chain for interest.
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And if you’re heading into Fall, double denim is such an easy way to make the shift into the new season. 💋
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Best of all, I shopped my closet for this entire outfit.
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