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Tune into these great posts from our favorite blogs this week:

The beginning of the Birkin Bag

Gloria Vanderbilt: Poor Little Rich Girl

Florist to the Queen

TV shows about fashion are generally boring,” says editor of Italian Vogue.

“These days, you see nothing but tight blue jeans, and I think, How do they even get in there?”

Into the Woods

Dress code: know your era

Pajamas in public?

Creme de la Cream

Cook like a movie star: Marilyn Monroe’s stuffing recipe

Retro soup…funny you should flask!

Henny Garfunkel’s project “Fab Old Ladies” is divine

Until Monday, FOFs.

P.S.  Look retro not ridiculous.

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We’re packing up for the weekend, FOFs. Until Monday!

After a long journey, there’s no place like home

Curl up with a good book this weekend or take an Egyptian cruise

New study says men prefer face over figure… go figure!

The 9 best bodies over 50… Speaking of which, Cher speaks candidly with Vanity Fair

If you’re missing Paris….. Oh, and forget berets. Here’s a new list of fall Paris essentials

The long and short of it

How to wear a full skirt

Purse or pet?

Inspiration from Mimi Weddell

Until Monday…

P.S. Brighten up a rainy day!

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Witching you a Happy Halloweekend, FOFs!

Is it “witchy” for  middle-aged women to have long hair? If you believe it is, try these chic short cuts.

Two ways to tie a long scarf

The Parisian effect

Outlive werewolves: What to do now, to feel better at 100

Bundle up…Lovely coats abound!

Scary! FOF Joan Rivers meet Snooki.

Autumn color

Who are you calling a cougar? Betty White in Parade magazine

Until Monday…

P.S. Which FOF celeb Halloween costume strikes your fancy?

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Thirsty for some good reads this weekend FOFs?

FOF Bone Health Challenge: have you signed up?

Big style in a small FOF home

What to do in October

FOF Gitte Lee models for Celine

Art gallery outfit perfection

The FOF queen of marmalade

DIY Halloween costumes for grown ups

Short and sweet

Flea market finds

1957 fashion show

And the best nail polish color for fall is….

Until Monday, FOFs!

P.S. Don’t visit the doctor without this!

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We’re rolling out for the weekend, FOFs…

Mad Men star teaches Ellen how to do the Joan Holloway Walk

The best of Paris

101-year-old woman becomes U.S. citizen!

“Will it ever be possible for me to get the looks and allure of my thirties back? You can…but you have to earn it back.”

Bonjour Talbots!

From book pages to fabric or make your own book

Jeggings great for grownups

Male politicians are getting younger, male models are getting older!

“When I was young, everybody on screen was gorgeous. There aren’t many good looking actresses around today.” –FOF Joan Collins

Until Monday…

P.S. Which FOF celeb clothing line would you wear?

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Dream on, FOFs! ‘Til Monday….

A grown-up guide to parties

14 fab women over 50

Flea market finds

Behind lady logos

For women, it pays to be thin

“It will be like a full circle.” -Jeanne Goodman, 97 year old who will attend her high school reunion this weekend

Martha Stewart on glitter

Silhouettes that tell a story

Updating your decor

Have a divine weekend!

P.S. An open house you can check out in your pajamas.

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Glove love! It’s hands off til Monday, FOFs.

Give your hands a treat

Battle of the best-dressed fashion editor

Secret Paris Séjour

This ain’t no corsage

10 perfect ponytails after 40

World’s oldest twins say liquor is the key to longevity

Secrets from the FOF French Vogue editor-in-chief

What a magazine without models looks like… Pretty good!

Have a delightful weekend….

P.S. Why not wear your childhood memories?

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We’re taking off for the weekend but let us steer you to our favorite blog posts from around the web this week.

Vintage jewelry that makes a statement

A rustic inn with hidden journals

Cher, Jane Fonda: the art of aging ungracefully

Antiques, anyone?

10 fun facts about FOF Liza Minnelli

Betty White launches her clothing line with this hilarious video

Emotional baggage

Hillary Clinton…yet another fashion faux pas

How to dress sexy, but not like a cougar

Eat, Pray & Love your way through Paris

Say goodbye to summer

Ta-ta FOFs! ’til Monday….

P.S. Do you think Cher “turned back time” with this outfit?

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“You can’t hide your true colors as you approach the autumn of your life.” -Anonymous

We’re prancing off for the weekend… See you back here on Monday, FOFs.

The mother of all makeovers

Diane von Furstenberg revamps the hospital gown

Betsey Johnson’s show is over-the-top. Surprised?

Jane Fonda is making a comeback and writing a book!

Love Lauren Hutton

Too old to be cool?

“Perfect isn’t really that interesting”

Bring back elegant gloves

Leopard jacket: compare and contrast

Age-inspired jewelry

P.S. Love or hate Hillary’s dress?

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So what’s with fashion week anyway? Everything you wanted to know about it but were afraid to ask.

“It’s a different world today and you have to adapt. You can’t look to the past. -Karl Lagerfeld

Earth tones for your tips

Vintage postcards from Tinseltown

Balenciaga commissions FOF Cindy Sherman to create wacky self-portraits

Fall fashions for women look back to the 1950s

Meeting Jane Birkin

Priceless

How to wear a belt

It’s Fashion’s Night Out tonight FOFs…We can’t wait to hear how you’re celebrating. Xox.

P.S. If you’re gearing up your wardrobe for fall, you’ll need this, first.