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Whistles dress

‘Frilled To Bits’ is May challenge in ‘Style Not Age’

Monday, 29 May 2023 by Hilda
Anna chose this month’s theme of  ‘Frilled to Bits’ and that is exactly what we are, now that summer seems to be here at last. I am doubly excited because it has coincided with the delivery of the dress (below) which perfectly fits the challenge. When asked to contribute to a feature on fashion in
  • Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Anna's Island Style, fashion over 50, fashion post, Frilled To Bits, Good Housekeeping, isthismutton, JD Williams, mummabstylish, style not age, stylesplash, Whistles
Beauty Spotlight Team

Beauty Spotlight Team Shares Top Tips in Beauty Fashion and Health

Saturday, 20 May 2023 by Hilda
Time for me to share some beauty and style posts from my Beauty Spotlight Team. We cover beauty, fashion and health topics in this week’s post so there is something for everyone. I am re-sharing  one of my current favourite foundations. Like many of the newer foundations now this has skincare ingredients that elevates make-up
  • Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Angie at Your True Self Blog, Beauty Spotlight Team, Lancome, Lola's Secret Beauty Blog, Never Say Die Beauty, Style Yourself Confident
Irelands Eye

Beauty Spotlight Team Round-Up

Saturday, 29 April 2023 by Hilda
This week’s blog round-up from the gang at the Beauty Spotlight Team brings you     Hand Cream     Gypsy Style Fashion     Mini-reviews of Beauty Products     My Irelands Eye Knitwear Gift Spongellé Daily Dose Hand Cream in Coconut Verbena …is the perfect way to keep your hands perfectly moisturised, and
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Beauty Spotlight Team, Fahion and beauty post, Ireland's Eye Knitwear
NEVER FULLY DRESSED

‘Style Not Age’ Bring Me Sunshine is April’s Theme

Monday, 24 April 2023 by Hilda
We are nearly in May and to date have seen very little sunshine this year. March was the wettest month on record and we had great hopes for April. Though we had a week of sunny days and some were actually warm, it did not last long. April showers are back again. Emma came up
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: annasislandstyle, fashion over 50, fashion post, isthismutton, mummabstylish, Never Full Dressed, style not age, thestylesplash
Brandenberg Gate

Berlin is the Perfect City for a City Break

Sunday, 02 April 2023 by Hilda
If you have not been to Berlin, put it on your list. GG and I had a wonderful three days there in March with Travel Department. We left a wet and damp Ireland behind for a cold, but sunny German capital. Berlin is a city that has been through a tumultuous history and Graham and
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Travel
Tagged under: Berlin, city break, group travel, guided travel, Travel Department
Denim jacket Penneys

‘Denim But Not Jeans’ with Style Not Age

Monday, 27 March 2023 by Hilda
The challenge of Denim for our March ‘Style Not Age’ gang had me literally climbing the walls. I have two old summer denim jackets and I was not allowed to showcase denim jeans. So, I searched for a skirt or dress in local shops. There was nothing. Eventually, I found this over-sized jacket in Primark.
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Anna's Island Style, denim, fashion post, isthismutton, mummabstylish, Primark, style not age, stylesplash
Irelands Eye

IrelandsEye Knitwear Wows with Solstice Collection

Tuesday, 21 March 2023 by Hilda
I recently had the pleasure of visiting IrelandsEye Knitwear Company whose factory is based in Baldoyle, Co Dublin. It is a sustainable, family-owned, knitwear business with a focus on creating contemporary Irish-made, hand-finished pieces. The business is run by brothers Paul and Brendan O’Sullivan, but all the family have been involved at some time in
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: IrelandsEye Knitwear, Irish knitwear, Irish Knitwear Company, Spring sweaters
view of Lisbon

Top Tips for Visiting Lisbon

Monday, 13 March 2023 by Hilda
Heading off to Berlin soon with Travel Department so republishing our visit to Lisbon pre Covid. If you are thinking of a city break, can really recommend Lisbon. Also loved Porto and you can listen to my podcast with Senior Times (interviewed by Gary Cooke) where I talk about city breaks HERE 1. CLEANLINESS Graham
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Travel
Tagged under: city break, guided travel, Lisbon, Lisbon review, Portugal, Travel Department, what to do in Lisbon, where to eat in Lisbon
Lancome make up

New and Improved Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation 

Monday, 06 March 2023 by Hilda
I have been a fan of Lancome’s Teint Idole for a few years now and this new and improved Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation has given me more reasons to love it. There are now 50 shades, so I would be amazed if you did not find a shade to suit. CHOICE OF 50 SHADES 
  • Published in Beauty Treatments and Products, Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Lancome, Nu Foundation, Teint Idole, Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation, Yves Saint Laurent
All buttoned up with Style Not Age

All Buttoned Up with ‘Style Not Age’

Monday, 27 February 2023 by Hilda
Gail chose ‘Buttoned Up’ as our February ‘Style Not Age’ challenge.  I was at a loss initially, but then found this cute Zara jacket at the back of the wardrobe. I can’t remember when I bought it, but I definitely have not worn it much. Now I know I will wear it more often, but
  • Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Anna's Island Style, fashion post, isthismutton, mummabstylish, style not age, stylesplash

3 New Beauty Products to Hydrate your Skin

Sunday, 19 February 2023 by Hilda
How do we know what products to use when there is such a plethora of brands out there and so many different products. I rely on the experts to help me. And I am lucky to get sent products to try out. I can tell you what suits my skin and what works for me.
  • Published in Beauty Treatments and Products, Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Beauty post, Ella and Jo, L'Oreal Midnight Serum, Lancome Renergie
Halong Bay Vietnam

My Podcast with ‘Senior Times’

Monday, 06 February 2023 by Hilda
I have just recorded my very first podcast – and it was with ‘Senior Times’. What is ‘Senior Times’? It’s a magazine and website for older people who don’t act their age. Well, many people would say that is me. And I bet it is you too. It is Ireland’s only dedicated and nationally distributed
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Travel
Tagged under: Gary Cooke, Long Haul Holidays, Podcast, Senior Times, Senior Times Podcast, Travel Department
January Blues

January Blues with ‘Style Not Age’

Sunday, 29 January 2023 by Hilda
‘January Blues’ seemed an apt prompt for this month’s ‘Style Not Age’, as I have been feeling below par. You know how it is. Too much indulging over the Christmas season. We put the tree up at the end of November and that meant we started on the mince pies even earlier than usual. But
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Anna's Island Style, fashion post, isthismutton, January Blues, mummabstylish, style not age, stylesplash
A different Kind of Daughter

Books to Inspire and Educate

Sunday, 22 January 2023 by Hilda
I have three rather exceptional books to recommend. Well, I thoroughly enjoyed them.These three books are about women who have to overcome huge obstacles in order to fulfil their dreams. The first is a true story and the other two, though fiction, are thoroughly researched and authentic to the time.  All three women are inspirational.
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News
Tagged under: A Different Kind of Daughter, Books about women, The Midwife, The Physician's Daughter
Beauty-Spotlight-Team

My New Prai Beauty Products and The Beauty Spotlight Team Returns

Sunday, 15 January 2023 by Hilda
I am eager to tell you about Prai Beauty 24K Gold products and sharing some goodies from my friends on The Beauty Spotlight Team. If anything catches your eye, do click on the links to read more. I am including a link to an old post about the Prai Beauty brand. I was very impressed
  • Published in Beauty Treatments and Products, Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Beauty post, Beauty Spotlight Team, Prai Beauty, Prai Beauty 24 Gold Caviar Wrinkle Repair Creme
Malahide Castle

Happy New Year and Hello 2023

Thursday, 05 January 2023 by Hilda
  Happy New Year, my friends.  I am a little late coming to the party, but I decided to take a break from the blog and social media. Life has been busy.  I know that we are a little worried by what 2023 may bring. Certainly, the last three years have been challenging. However, we
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Rants and Random Thoughts
Tagged under: 2023, Happy New Year
Sparkle and Shine

‘Style Not Age’ Sparkle and Shine for December

Monday, 26 December 2022 by Hilda
Hello, my friends. I hope like me you all had a lovely Christmas Day. We had the perfect Christmas with our girls and their families. Plus, I did not have to cook for the third year running. So, there was no stress for me. And to be honest, it would be difficult to match the
  • Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: annasislandstyle, December Style Not Age, fashion over 50, isthismutton, mummabstylish, sparkle and shine, thestylesplash
Stripes and spots

‘Style Not Age’ give you Stripes and Spots for November

Monday, 28 November 2022 by Hilda
Can you wear stripes and spots together? Of course, you can. My friends in the ‘Style Not Age’ group showcase their stripey and spotty/dotty outfits this month. Surprisingly, we all had to go digging deep in our wardrobes for this challenge. I bought these faux leather trousers in Primark recently, but this was their first
  • Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Anna's Island Style, fashion post, is this mutton, mummabstylish, stripes and spots, style not age, stylesplash
Ultraceuticals

 My 90-Day Journey with Ultraceuticals Skincare

Monday, 21 November 2022 by Hilda
 I have been on a very pleasant journey…a skin journey with the Australian skincare brand Ultraceuticals.  WHAT IS ULTRACEUTICALS? Founded by cosmetic surgeon Dr Geoffrey Heber in 1998, the brand is relatively new to Ireland but is one of the leaders in the global cosmeceutical industry. What you need to know is that Ultraceuticals is
  • Published in Beauty Treatments and Products, Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News
Tagged under: 90 day regimen with Ultraceuticals, Cosmeceutical skin care range, skincare, Ultraceuticals skin care
Killarney Royal Hotel

Killarney Royal Hotel Gets Top Marks

Sunday, 06 November 2022 by Hilda
Our night away began as soon as we stepped on the train at Dublin’s Heuston Station.  We were off to stay at the Killarney Royal Hotel. We left a stormy, wet and wild capital behind with relief. And sat back and enjoyed the journey. There are still no catering facilities on Irish Rail (since Covid)
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Travel
Tagged under: Best Killarney Hotels, Boutique Hotel Killarney, Killarney, Killarney Royal Hotel Review, Royal Hotel Killarney
Orange coat

Orange You Glad It’s Halloween says ‘Style Not Age’.

Monday, 31 October 2022 by Hilda
‘Orange you glad it’s Halloween?’ Jacqui chose this month’s ‘Style Not Age’ prompt and thinking of pumpkins opted for orange. It is one of my favourite colours, though the deeper shades suit me better. In fact, I have written several posts about how much I love the colour and how wearing it makes me happy.
  • Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Anna's Island Style, fashion post, isthismutton, mummabstylish, orange, style not age, thestylesplash

The Emsella Chair Cured my Incontinence

Saturday, 29 October 2022 by Hilda
Today, I am talking about another taboo topic. INCONTINENCE Incontinence is a DIRTY word. We don’t really talk about it. We joke about ‘wetting our pants laughing’ but in truth it is no laughing matter. Usually associated with the elderly and old folks’ homes, it is also a common enough problem with younger women, new
  • Published in Health & Wellbeing, Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News
Tagged under: Emsella Chair, Incontinence cure, overactive bladder, Women's incontinence
Beauty Spotlight Team

The Beauty Spotlight Team’s October Tips

Friday, 21 October 2022 by Hilda
Hi everyone.  It is time for The Beauty Spotlight gang to bring you their top tips this month. I hope you find something of interest. Today (October 21st) is World Osteoporosis Day.  And every year, The Irish Osteoporosis Society runs a campaign to raise awareness of the importance of taking care of bone health.  This
  • Published in Health & Wellbeing, Home, News, Style & Beauty
Tagged under: Beauty post, Beauty Spotlight Team, osteoporosis, World Osteoporosis Day
Regensburg

How to Visit 7 European Destinations in 7 Days without Unpacking

Sunday, 02 October 2022 by Hilda
Yes, we visited 7 different places in 7 days and we did not unpack! How? We went on a River Cruise. Our River Cruise with Travel Department on board M/S Amadeus Silver III was three months ago. But we love looking back on the photos and re-living our experiences. That is one of the reasons
  • Published in Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Travel
Tagged under: Amadeus Silver 111, Danube Cruise, European Cities, Travel Department
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Spending my 60s embracing my personal style; roadtesting new beauty fads & living my healthiest happiest life!

Hilda Smith
Memories. This time last year we were in beautiful Memories. This time last year we were in beautiful Porto with @travel_department.
Highly recommend if you have not been.There is so much to see and do and we could not believe how inexpensive it was compared to Ireland and even other parts of Portugal. A glass of beautiful wine was about 3 euro.
I did write a blog post about it at the time with lots of recommendations.

#travelgram #traveldepartment  #citybreak #guidedtravel #grouptravel
#getaway #over50travel #beautifulcities
#travelspecialist #overthehilda #loveporto
#shortbreak #instagramover50
#gotravelling #bestcities #traveblog
Self Care comes in all forms. A long hot shower & Self Care comes in all forms. A long hot shower & beautiful hair treatment & a cup of tea is exactly my remedy to a busy week.

Loving using the @avedaireland nutri-plenish leave in conditioner once a week for a deeper condition. My hair feels so moisturised and silky smooth with incredible shine.

Lots of information on the ingredients and products over on my stories with links to buy. 

If you are purchasing use my code: HILDA15  for 15% OFF Aveda products

#avedaireland #sp
Some #selfcare this am! A mini-facial with some @e Some #selfcare this am! A mini-facial with some @ellaandjocosmetics products including their new Glow Up Enzyme Mask. More on stories! You can see  the after pic. Check out before!!

#selfcare #ellaandjocosmetics #facemasks #glowingskin #over60style #over60skincare
#over60blogger #over60andfabulous #skincareforall
#glowup #ageingskin #getthatglow #beautypost 
#myface #proactive #skinhealth #skincare
New glasses alert!! I usually wear a contact lens New glasses alert!!
I usually wear a contact lens in one eye..the other was lasered years ago. And even though I had glasses I was seldom happy enough with them to wear them 'out out'! I certainly never had a photo taken.
But that has changed with these beauties @macnallyopticians. I actually enjoy wearing them.
It does take time to choose new frames and I did not rush the process. 
There was huge choice.
I was given expert advice including best frame shape for my face.
They fit better than any other pair I have ever had.
They are really comfortable.

Thanks to Ellen Macnally for her patience and advice.

#newglasses 
#prescriptionglasses 
#eyewearstyle
#eyeweardesign
#fashionover60
#fashionpost
#stylishglasses
#over60blogger
#girlswhowearglasses
#chaneleyewear
#over50instagram
#competitionwinner
@macnallyopticians @macnallyopticians
'Bring me sunshine' Wearing @neverfullydressed to 'Bring me sunshine'
Wearing @neverfullydressed to brighten your day. Stolen from my daughter's @courtneysmithstyle closet! This co-ord screams sunshine and summer. My daughter might not get it back...do not tell her😂
Pop over to my blog post and see how my Style Not Age friends tackled this month's prompt. 
@thestylesplash
@mummabstylish
@annasislandstyle
@is_this_mutton_
Hint...we are very #colourful
#gifted
#colourmebeautiful 
#agelessstyle 
#summeroutfit
#womenwithstyle
#stylishatanyage
#50plusstyle
#instagramover50
#bringmesunshine
#coord
#mystyle
#borrowed
#ageisjustanumber
#fashionforall
#over60bloger
#nevertoooldforstyle
#overthehilda
#havingfun
#printlove
I've been roadtesting the Aveda Invati Advanced ha I've been roadtesting the Aveda Invati Advanced hair products and the results speak for themselves... fuller, thicker, stronger, healthier hair! 

Check out my stories for more information and use my discount code HILDA15 for 15% discount off @avedaireland online.

#sp #avedaireland
It is all about the BAG! I am.obsessed with this ' It is all about the BAG! I am.obsessed with this 'Yoko' tote bag from @absolutely_patsy. 

First of all I adore the colour. I always gravitate to this shade of yellow....summer vibes.
Secondly it is oversized and therefore perfect for shopping...travelling...well anything really.  I  will be taking it with me to Sicily next month and it will carry all my essentials for the journey.  It has an inside and outside pocket for cards, phone etc.
Patricia has fabulous boho bags on her site, all named after women she admires. Have a look at www.absolutelypatsy.com
 And follow her on insta @absolutely_patsy 
*gifted

#amazingbags #bohobags #totebags #standout #notinvisible #stylishatanyage 
#ontrend #agelessstyle #nevertooold
#beseen #over50andfabulous #lovemybag #bagsofstyle #yellowbag
#stayingstylish #ageisjustanumber 
#mystyle #baglady #mustardyellow
Off to the #50plus show @rdsdublin using my #freet Off to the #50plus show @rdsdublin using my #freetravelpass. It is the most beautiful Spring day. Have a good one wherever you are. Live every minute; enjoy every moment.

#over50instagram #midlifestyle #liveeverydaylikeitsyourlast 
#over60blogger #agelessstyle #nevertooold #springfashion #wearwhatyoulove #bevisible 
#stylishatanyage #over60style
#styleinspo #instagramover50
Happy Easter Weekend to you all. It looks like Spr Happy Easter Weekend to you all. It looks like Spring might have finally arrived! I think! 
Anyway, I am wearing my fabulous jumper/sweater @irelandseyeknitwear to celebrate the warmer and brighter weather. It is so soft and easy to wear... I love the style with the longer back to hide the bum ... it's from their latest Solstice Collection. But there are so many styles it is difficult to choose a favourite.
I wrote about this wonderful Irish company on the blog a few weeks ago.

trousers @primark
boots @marksandspencerireland
sunnies @ficoboutiquedublin

#knitwearfashion #gifted #irishknitwear #irishfashion #springfashion  #springknitwear #over50style #agelessstyle  #nevertooold #over50instagram #instagramover50  #stylishatanyage #pinktastic #inthepink
#notinvisible #sweaterlove #cssualover50
Hello Monday! Had a fab time in Berlin with GG a Hello Monday!

Had a fab time in Berlin with GG a few weeks ago. It is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a dark history.  Link in bio.
#presstrip @travel_department

Wearing cardigan @paulasmalahide 
Faux leather trousers @frenchconnection 

#travelgram
#citybreaks 
#guidedtravel 
#over50style 
#over60blogger 
#midweekbreak
#berlincitybreak 
#whatiwore
#agelessstyle
#nevertooold
#travelover50
#safetravel
#traveldepartment
Denim....but not jeans! This was our March challen Denim....but not jeans! This was our March challenge for 'Style Not Age'. Ok I cheated and did double denim. But nothing else looked right on me with the oversized jacket. Borrowed sunnies from @courtneysmithstyle who also took the pic. I decided that oversized denim was not for me so back to @primark with it. 
Good to experiment though and not get stuck in a rut!
Check out my friends @mummabstylish @isthismutton @annasislandstyle and @thestylesplash who have showcased lovely denim pieces.

#denimjacket 
#over50style 
#instagramover50 
#agelessstyle
 #styleinspo
 #stylenotage
 #casualoutfit 
#doubledenim 
#bevisible 
#over60style 
#thisis66
#overthehilda
#nevertooold
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