How I wear Rose Quartz for Spring 2016

The second instalment of “should older women wear pastel colours”. Also continuing my series on “how to adapt Spring 2014” trends.

Read my post on “serenity blue” where I showcase a pale blue sweater and scarf combo. This week I am trying “rose quartz”. Pink is one of my favourite colours. I usually wear a stronger shade and thought that perhaps this pale muted tone would make me look a bit washed out.

To my surprise I found the colour flattering and soft with my grey/blonde hair. I needed to tone down my usually brightish pink lipstick.

Photos taken in the Derbyshire countryside by Karen.

To stress the point again it is “how you wear it”. Modern styling is essential. I am a fan of sleeveless jackets/waistcoats, especially those that cover the hip area. The one above is by MandS. I have teamed it with a shirt that I bought from MeandM a couple of seasons ago.

If you don’t feel that “rose quartz” worn near the face will work for you, try a nod to this colour trend with a summer bag, jewellery or shoes.

SHOP ROSE QUARTZ

Chicatanyage

I write a fashion and beauty blog for women over 50 with the aim of inspiring mature women to continue to enjoy and have fun with their fashion choices. I have spent most of my working life in some way connected to fashion. I started my career in Fashion PR and then trained as an Image Consultant when my children were young. I subsequently worked in the corporate world running seminars, doing private coaching and speaking at conferences. I started my blog in 2009 as I wanted to share my years of experience working in the world of fashion. I truly believe we can continue to have confidence in the way we present ourselves. Our style may evolve with time and changing lifestyles, yet with a little knowledge and inspiration, we can all continue to have fun with fashion. As women of a certain age we are a growing demographic let us prove that we can also be a chic one.

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Jodie filogomo says:

6th April 2016 at 18:09

I agree---this looks fabulous on you! jodie
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Joyce S. says:

6th April 2016 at 20:56

Wow - I think you look wonderful. So elegant and I love the necklace.
Pam@over50feeling40 says:

7th April 2016 at 00:44

You wear pink and blue so well...just lovely, Josephine!
Jacquie says:

7th April 2016 at 00:53

Wow! What a great color for you! I too love pink but am not sure about going this pale. I'm going to check it out though because it's just lovely! Fingers crossed.
Viv Butler says:

7th April 2016 at 14:31

Love these pastels, they are stunning and kinder I think on our more mature skin and hair colouring but I also think make up is very important to balance the delicate shades. A pretty blusher and lipstick workwonders for most of us. Love the pink and the blue, wonder what you have in store for us next?
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  7th April 2016 at 17:25
  
  Thanks Viv. I agree about the make-up.
Ann says:

7th April 2016 at 15:22

I have to say the pink, sleeveless jacket looks much better on you than the young model M&S chose!
Susan B (unefemme.net) says:

7th April 2016 at 19:17

You look so lovely in this color, Josephine! The overall look soft but still modern and fresh.
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Junie says:

30th April 2016 at 22:12

I used to wear this colour all the time, but now I find it makes me look faded. As you say, it still works in a scarf, shoes or my current favorite pink, white and black handbag.