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I adore social media because I am, at heart, a social creature. Meeting and interacting with new people, especially women, is a favorite activity of mine. I thrive on it!
The longer I live, the more I enjoy the idea of staying visible, relevant, up-to-date. Perhaps because, during this phase of my life, I can take the focus off raising other little lives and re-focus on myself, my interests, my passions, my needs. (Not that my Grands or my own kiddos are ever far from my thoughts. They are not.)
Instagram is one of the most popular social media networks and, of course, I am on it; find me here: @_honeygood. It's a lovely place to explore worlds and people beyond my own backyard. And the style found on Instagram is just so inspiring. Here's a quick list of the women living stylishly after 50 that are inspiring me now! They are far from invisible!
@styleatacertainage: Beth Dejalali
"Trends come and go but true style is ageless." This quote says it all! I am so inspired by Beth, 58. Beth titles each of her photos such as a recent post entitled, "French Lessons," and often gives an example of where she would wear the outfit and for what occasion.
@thatsnotmyage: Alyson Walsh
Alyson Walsh is a fashion journalist and author. Her posts feature not only what she is wearing, but also other women whose style and substance she admires, places she is visiting and things she enjoys. And as for the sentiment, "That's Not My Age," well who amongst us can relate? I can!
@advancedstyle: Ari Seth Cohen
Ari is the photographer and creator of the Advanced Style books, blog and community. He credits his Grandma with stoking his passion for the stylings of women of a certain age. "I saw all these incredibly dressed older women on the streets," he is quoted as telling the New York Times. I agree, Ari ... I agree!
@idiosyncraticfashionistas: Jean and Valerie
Jean and Valerie have a quirky, endearing sense of style and the duo uses Instagram to showcase that you can wear whatever you want, no matter your age. Their spontaneous and carefree attitudes shine through in all of their posts. And I, for one, love their colorful charisma and effervescent sense of style. Don't you?
Judith's style is a mix of both vintage and modern pieces. I'm inspired by her modern day take on vintage pieces, and younger women can also take inspiration because many of the outfits she wears are on track with today's trends.
@seniorstylebible: Dorrie Jacobson
Dorrie's style is as fun as her short witty captions. She shows that, at the age of 81, she is far from invisible! What else would one expect from a retired Playboy Bunny turned style blogger living in the City Of Lights?
Sexy Over 50 Men
The Kid(01 of12)
Open Image ModalWho: Ralph Macchio, 50
Why: He kicked his way into the hearts of 80s teens as the David to Cobra Kai's Goliath in The Karate Kid. Macchio's baby-faced good looks made him a mainstay in other hits from the era, including The Outsiders and My Cousin Vinny, before he disappeared from the big screen. It wasn't until he appeared on Dancing With The Stars that we remembered Daniel-San is quite a looker. (credit:Getty)
The Smile(02 of12)
Open Image ModalWho: Steve Martin, 66
Why: The comedian who brought belly-laughs to "Saturday Night Live" has introduced his audience to all of his talents over the years. Whether it is his memoir "Born Standing Up", his pieces for "The New Yorker", or his Grammy winning bluegrass album -- Steve Martin's clearly not slowing down -- and we don't want him to.
The President(03 of12)
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Open Image ModalWho: Robert Redford, 75
Why: The two-time Academy Award winning actor has done more than star in some of the most memorable films of all time -- he's helped make sure movies get made. In 1969, Redford bought Timphaven Mountain in Provo, Utah - which he renamed, "Sundance" after his iconic role of "The Sundance Kid".
The Sundance Film Festival is the preeminent event for Independent films in the United States. Redford was the inaugural chairman.Photo: Getty
The Director(06 of12)
Open Image ModalWho: Steven Spielberg, 64
Why: Although he made his make in films such as "Jaws" and "E.T.", his later films reflect a more serious nature. "Schindler's List", "Saving Private Ryan", and "The Color Purple" are examples of his work which resonate on greater cultural challenges. Spielberg has donated to numerous hospitals, charities, and disaster relief organizations.
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Open Image ModalWho: Tom Ford, 50
Why: The Texas born Fashion designer, style icon, architecture buff and Academy Award nominated director is one of the most important men in popular culture today.
Ford transformed the house of Gucci (which was valued at $4.3 billion when he started and $10 billion when he left) back into a Fashion powerhouse. Shortly after, he started Tom Ford - a brand, which when it started, was considered to be the epitome of a modern day gentleman's wardrobe. Although sometimes controversial, Ford has spoken out about his homosexuality and his opinions on monogamy and sexuality.
The General(09 of12)
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Open Image ModalWho: Dan Marino, 50
Why: Not only has the gridiron icon been ranked as the No. 25 football player of all time by NFL Films in 2010, but he has also raised more than $30 million with the Dan Marino Foundation to help children with autism, like his son, Michael. Married to wife Claire since the 1980s, the father of six is also an entrepreneur with a growing restaurant chain. (credit:Damon Scheleur)
The Laugh(11 of12)
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Open Image ModalWho: Matt Lauer, 54
Why: Co-host of NBC's "TODAY" since 1997, the dashing Lauer is the cream in our morning coffee, mixing the serious presidential interviews and reporting from the Middle East with the just-plain-goofy, including that "Where In The World Is Matt" travel segment thing and a recent smooch with Howard Stern. Only Lauer has the brains and the likability to strike the balance with panache. (credit:Getty)
