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18 best occasion dresses for women in their 50s, 60s and 70s
Special occasion dresses for older ladies heading to a special event, birthday party or a winter wedding - with tips from the 50+ royal fashionistas…
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How to turn 5 common midlife New Year’s resolutions into lasting habits
Whether you’re hoping to lose weight, sleep better or read more in 2026, reframing your resolutions as habits can be key to nailing those lofty goals
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Can over-40s wear 'cool girl' makeup?
Beauty editor Cassie Steer wonders what 'cool girl makeup' means for women in midlife
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I changed my makeup when I turned 50 – and the transformation was enormous
Actress Glynis Barber shares her advice for looking fresh over fifty
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Why I’m choosing to spend Christmas Day alone
With fancy pasta, beloved pets and zero obligations, writer Emma Cox can’t wait for Christmas Day home alone
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6 party beauty mistakes making you look older - and how to fix them
Celebrity hair and makeup experts Michael Douglas and Donna May reveal the biggest beauty mistakes we make in midlife party makeup
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My son died 25 years ago - here's how I found a way to enjoy Christmas again
A grief counsellor shares her advice on how to cope with your first festive season after loss in midlifePodcast
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4 couples' therapist-approved tips for a harmonious Christmas – even if you hate your partner's traditions
Alongside magic and wonder, Christmas can bring judgmental relatives, present disappointment and tradition tussles. Here, journalist Rosie Green shares her guide to keeping the peace.
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4 ground rules for surviving your first Christmas party after divorce
HELLO!'s agony aunt Mariella Frostrup answers a reader's dilemma about navigating party season soloSponsored by L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect
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Dame Denise Lewis on the 'game over' moment that ended her marriage
Legendary Olympian Dame Denise Lewis shares the communication issues that led to her marriage breakdown
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I finally got the Christmas I wanted at 46 – I just had to quit people pleasing
In midlife, Danielle Lawler had never stopped to ask herself what she wanted to do at ChristmasFitness
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Jennifer Aniston reveals her 'ultimate' anti-ageing tool at 56
Secrets of The Morning Show star's ageless physique revealed
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I'm busier than ever at 70 – here's how I keep my energy going
Glynis Barber shares her lifestyle advice for preserving your energy – no matter your age
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I teach midlife women to dance – here's my advice
Daniel Browne, AKA Mr Groove, helps midlife women get moving again with his inspirational, mood-boosting dance sessions
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This simple move works wonders for achy hips
Tight hips are common in midlife and beyond – especially if we sit down a lot for work. Thankfully, there's one easy move that can ease the acheMenopause
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I'm a nutritionist and these and my 5 non-negotiable sleep hacks during perimenopause
Nutritionist Faye James shares her top tips for a good night's sleep
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We’ve found a winter skincare duo that's clinically proven to target dryness and the look of wrinkles
One of the products was curated with mature and menopausal skin in mind – perfect for complexions struggling amid midlife changes
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This 'potent' hormone supplement helps with bloating, energy, hot flushes, sleep and more
The supplements work for women of all ages with various hormonal imbalances, including menopause and PMS
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How I overcame the 'mental hurdle' of needing glasses in perimenopause
Beauty editor Cassie Steer wonders if she needs to change her makeup routine now that she wears glassesSecond Act
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