I bought this book for guidance on looking good for my age because I feel we should all dress and look "age appropriate". She has very good advice although some is very expensive advice. I think one has to take the information and whatever works for your lifestyle, use it. I now purchased some pink lipstick, am going to have my teeth whitened mainly by Crest Strips (will try first). But, I am over 60! She speaks mainly to the over 30's which seems pretty young but tastefulness is always important, particularly in our casual, dress-down environment. Very good information!
I am a "how to" and fashion junky. Krupp's "How Not to Look Old" fills both bills. For as many fashion magazines and books I have read, I still learned some tips from this book. Some of the tips seemed pretty obvious (get rid of eye glass chains) but other tips were thought provoking... as thought provoking as fashion can be (Krupp suggests ridding fake or designed nails). It is divided by chapters and was a quick read. I read it straight through but it could also be used as a reference post reading. I enjoyed that she divided suggestions at the end of each chapter into high, medium and low end. I also appreciated her list of where to go in 12 major cities. I liked the book enough (at Half's prices!) that I am thinking of purchasing as a holiday gift for a friend in her 60s who still wants to look young or is at least young at heart.Read full review
I had seen this book in the book store and found it interesting. I liked the information given, as it provided leads to products and brands with which I was not familiar. Some, like any other experiment, have proven to be favorite keepers, some, "O well, lesson learned". I would like to have seen alternative ideas for those who might wish to try some of the suggestions but have a problem; i.e. “Wear heels” for those with foot or orthopedic problems, (Some of us do not use good sense without a gentle nudge in that direction). Also, notes on drawbacks; Thongs are comfortable but slacks have more of a tendency to wedgies. All in all, a fun, informative book as long as one keeps in mind that one size does not fit all.
Could use a little more real content, instead of just showing you how the "stars" have made their appearances younger through different hairstyles, etc. We are NOT all willowy starlet figures or have perfect teeth. I am a REAL woman, with a REAL figure and live a REAL life. I neither have, nor want, someone to do my make-up, fuss over my hair, or make sure I look "stunning" before I step out my door. I work a real job where I am in constant contact with the general public, so I have to be real and true to who I am and still be confident in how I look. I did find a few of the tips helpful, such as the lipstick and foundation ones, but most of them just reiterate what C***o tells us every month - only all rolled into one reference book, instead of having to endure the trashy covers that Cosmo often has. I was pleasantly surprised to NOT see references to some of the Hollywood types that comes across "too showy". Being a woman is about more than having the biggest bust possible in medical history!Read full review
Had seen reviews about book on Today Show and wanted to read. Definitely for people with more money than I have. Most of book is very entertaining and an east read, but not very realistic for the average American woman. It would cost a fortune to do everything she suggests and to upkeep. There were some ideas where I took the book into Walmart to buy some items, but I am afraid I am not going to wear heels and throw away my sneakers. Her book is best for urbanites. I took what I could from it and passed some onto my mom. Will use as a reference. However, enjoyed.
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