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Sandra is a writer, traveler, and former fashion designer who made a bold midlife pivot to pursue her creative passions. After two decades designing collections for brands like La Senza, Victoria’s Secret, and JACOB Lingerie, she let go of her possessions and reimagined her life on her own terms. Her personal essay about love, loss, and facing fears was hand-picked by Elizabeth Gilbert and featured in the New York Times bestselling book Eat Pray Love Made Me Do It. Visit her website: www.sandraroussy.com.

Latest Posts By Sandra Roussy

2 weeks ago

Korean vs. Japanese Skincare for Mature Skin: Which Routine Is Better After 60?

If you have spent any time looking at skincare online lately, you have probably come across Korean and Japanese beauty products and routines.  Korean skincare is often associated with multiple layers, essences, serums, sheet masks, and that famously luminous “glass skin” look. Japanese skincare tends to have a quieter reputation, with an emphasis on gentle […]

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2 weeks ago

Hidden European Towns That Are Easier to Navigate Than the Famous Cities

Famous European cities can be thrilling to visit, but they can also come with crowds, confusing roads and metro maps, and the unfortunate tourist traps. Have you ever thought about visiting lesser-known European towns that are easier to navigate and enjoy? Small towns in Europe often have compact historic centers, fewer crowds, and easier transportation systems…

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2 weeks ago

Best Makeup for Mature Skin Over 60 That Won’t Crease or Settle Into Wrinkles

Have you noticed that the makeup that you have been wearing for many years doesn’t look as good on your skin as it used to? Are your tried-and-tested go-to products not sitting well, settling into wrinkles, and creasing? This happens to most of us who wear makeup. Our skin changes over time…

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3 weeks ago

Slow Travel for Women Over 60: Staying in One Place for a Month

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel and stay in one place for an extended period of time? Do you often feel like your travels feel rushed, and that you get back home wishing you had spent more time? Maybe it’s time for you to look into slow travel. More and more women over 60 are embracing traveling and staying in one place…

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3 weeks ago

Silver Hair, Bold Style: Mature Makeup Artists Inspiring Women Worldwide

Silver hair has become one of the most striking beauty statements at the moment. Adding a bold makeup style can be the detail that makes it feel intentional and modern. For most of us, going gray or silver changes how color works on our faces. The shades that once felt natural may suddenly look either too soft or too harsh…

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4 weeks ago

The Top Autumn Accessories of 2026: Modern Scarves, Bags, and Shoes That Instantly Update Classic Outfits After 60

You definitely don’t need an entire wardrobe of new accessories every autumn. Sometimes, one scarf, handbag, or pair of shoes is enough to make the clothes you already own feel current again. The fall/winter 2026 accessory trends offer plenty of ideas that work well with classic wardrobes…

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1 month ago

Traveling with Confidence When You Have Dietary Restrictions

Do you enjoy traveling? Do you have dietary restrictions that make you question your travel plans? Traveling with dietary restrictions, allergies, intolerances, or foods you avoid for personal reasons can be challenging. Eating away from home, especially in another language, can become one of the most stressful parts of a trip…

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1 month ago

Packing Smarter for Autumn Adventures: The 12 Pieces Every Woman Over 60 Needs for a Two-Week Trip

Do you like to travel in the fall? I find that autumn is one of the most enjoyable seasons for travel. The intense summer heat has often passed, and popular destinations can feel less crowded. The only real trouble is packing. Autumn weather rarely behaves itself. A cool morning may become a sunny afternoon, followed by a chilly evening or an…

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1 month ago

Beyond Burgundy: 8 Unexpected Autumn 2026 Colors That Brighten Mature Skin and Refresh Your Wardrobe

Burgundy will always have a place in an autumn wardrobe. It is rich and considerably easier to wear than, let’s say, pumpkin orange. Autumn 2026 is offering us unexpected color palettes that are far more interesting than the usual collection of wine, rust, camel, and forest green…

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1 month ago

How to Dress for a Multi-Generational Family Gathering Without Looking Overdressed or Invisible

Family gatherings can be oddly tricky to dress for. You may be sharing a table with teenagers in sneakers, cousins in cocktail dresses, and with some older relatives who still consider jeans “too casual”. At a multi-generational family gathering, the goal is neither to compete with anyone nor to fade quietly into the background. You want to look polished, comfortable…

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