Happy first day of spring! I am so happy to see spring is here. There is just something about the hope spring brings. This year more than ever, the mind and soul is feeling hope. So much suffering from Covid, horrible storms and seeing all the political and social strife has me dreaming of better days ahead. Vaccines are happening, schools are going back, stores are opening and it is giving us all hope.

Today I had the privilege to attend the launch of the Antonio Melani, Born on Fifth collection at my local Dillards at The Shops At La Cantera. A few of us had an exclusive peek at this amazing collection. Everything was so well made and the sweet southern vibes made me want to put on a dress and feel feminine and free! Is there any better feeling than when a gal swishes in front of the mirror because she feels pretty and happy? I think not.

I have noticed that many retailers from Amazon to department stores are doing brand/blogger collaborations. What a wonderful way to put out a collection. The only issue I have is where are the gals over 40? Being a women of a certain age (cough… 63) I would love to have someone my age who is not a model but a real life person with bodies the general population can relate to, launch a collection for the women our age. After all, we have the most discretionary income of any demographic and we enjoy looking and feeling our best.

Once I was told that it’s not our turn anymore. I took such offense at this. Why would it not be our turn? Are we done because of too many birthdays? Should we just hang it up and stop caring. Not in my world and I hope not in your world either. I do believe SMART business’ should bet on US older gals! Some brands are and I appreciate them so much. Still, it’s just a very small sliver of the fashion pie. At this age we know what works and doesn’t for our bodies and our life. So let’s see if we can make this happen. I would love to have this opportunity to design a line for all of us real women. It would be inclusive of size, shape, age and all ethnicities. What a dream come true it would be. Putting it out into the universe!

I hope you are feeling all the joy spring brings. As always, thank YOU for stopping by. Let’s get to know each other better and drop a HI in the comment box.

Here are a few favorites from today. All are from Antonio Melani and some are also from the Born on Fifth collaboration.

Always,

Kimberly