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Sixtyplusurfers Competition
Win a Poncho
from Damart
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Damart
has teamed up with Sixtyplusurfers to offer three lucky
readers the chance to win this gorgeous Purple Knit
Poncho to keep you lovely and warm in the Winter.
This pretty chunky knitted poncho cardigan has been
designed in passionate and romantic purple and pinks and
will keep the Winter chills at bay.
Layer over jeans or leggings for a casual chic look or
pair with smart trousers for anything more formal.
This cosy wrap retails at £40 and is available from
www.damart.co.uk or by calling 0871 423
0000 and quoting reference TSV2310.
For Your
Chance to Win
Tell us the
name
of this famous celebrity
wearing
a poncho?
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a) Lindsay
Lohan
b) Courteney Cox
c) Jennifer Aniston
d)
Victoria
Beckham
To Enter the Competition
Tell us the
name of the famous celebrity wearing the poncho shown
above. Then send in your
answer, together with your full name and postal address
by clicking on the
link below:
sixtypluscomp@hotmail.co.uk
* This competition is
open to our
UK visitors only
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Give Your
Heart to Charity This Valentine's Day
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Support a
worthy cause this Valentine’s Day with Damart’s ‘Love
Your Heart’ vest campaign, raising money for Heart
Research UK.
Modelled by gorgeous TV-presenter Nell McAndrew, the
money raised from this limited edition vest-top,
designed by home-shopping fashion brand Damart, will be
used to fund pioneering projects into the prevention,
treatment and cure of heart disease, the biggest killer
amongst women in the UK.
Nell said, “I'm really proud to be the face of this
campaign and support the fantastic work that Heart
Research UK does. By buying this versatile vest top you
too will be helping a great cause. Wear it with your
jeans, leggings or at the gym. Please help make a
difference and buy one today!”
Damart’s Marketing Director John Bottomley said, “We are
delighted to be working with Heart Research UK for a
fifth year and have the support of Nell McAndrew this
year. The majority of our customers are women and
unfortunately don’t seem to realise how at risk they are
from heart disease, particularly as they grow older. We
hope to not only raise as much money as possible for the
charity, but also increase awareness about the disease
in order to help our customers, staff and people around
the UK look after their hearts.”
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Barbara Harpham, the national director or Heart Research
UK said, “To have Damart’s support is fabulous. Heart
disease touches so many lives, some people are born with
it and others develop it later in life, often through
making unhealthy life choices. In fact around 270,000
people have heart attacks in the UK every year- that’s
one every two minutes- ad 1.6 million people live with
heart disease every day.
"The money raised from this campaign will fund
pioneering research to improve the treatment for
youngsters who have undergone heart surgery or are
living with a congenital heart condition. Pioneering,
unique projects will develop specifically-designed
exercise and healthy eating programmes to suit their
particular problems. We aim to help them leave hospital
with the confidence they need to keep as fit and healthy
as they can and with Mums, Dads and carers all given
this advice and support as well, they will have the best
chance to lead happier, healthier, longer lives."
This fitted black vest top is made from 100% cotton,
available in sizes 10/12, 14/16, 18/20 priced at £12 -
all profits go to the charity.
To order your limited edition Heart Research UK vest top
visit
www.damart.co.uk or
call 0870 423 0000.
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Keep Snug
and Cosy with Just Sheepskin Boots
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Like your favourite pair of jeans, sheepskin boots are a
staple wardrobe item, which can be worn over and over
again providing a snug and cosy but stylish look. And
just like your other regular wardrobe items, it's worth
investing in a pair to last.
British sheepskin brand, Just Sheepskin, provide the
ultimate in comfort and quality in both boots and
slippers. Made from 100% pure sheepskin, the footwear
moulds to the shape of your foot, providing a cosy and
snug experience for your feet!
Just Sheepskin now provides a range of boots and
slippers for the whole family, from stylish designs for
women to gorgeous baby booties and mini boots for the
little ones. Ladies boots are available in classic
styles in a variety of on-trend muted tones of chestnut,
chocolate, beige and grey.
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New ladies boot designs include the
Brompton which feature a sumptuous sheepskin cuff around
the top and stylish buckle detailing.
Just Sheepskin is one of the leading sheepskin footwear
brands in the UK, and its high quality and simple but
chic styling is setting a high standard to other
worldwide brands.
The footwear is now available all over
the country including top department stores such as John
Lewis, Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and House of Fraser,
and many leading footwear stores such as Office.
Although there is no compromise on comfort and quality,
Just Sheepskin's products are a good fraction under the
cost of other leading sheepskin footwear brands. This
high standard means the boots have attracted a large
following of dedicated Just Sheepskin wearers including
Cheryl Cole, Laila Rouass, Michelle Keegan, Kate Ford,
Brooke Vincent, Kate Walsh and Melissa George.
Made using 100% pure sheepskin, Just Sheepskin footwear
keeps your feet cool in the Summer, and warm and snug in
the Winter. The boots have a rubber outsole and the
slippers have a slip resistant sole.
Tried and Tested
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I was delighted to review a pair of black
long length Sheepskin Boots. I was very impressed with
the beautiful quality of the boots and the lovely soft
fur lining inside.
Cosy and warm, they're ideal to wear in the colder
weather, but can also be worn in the Spring as they are
made from 100% pure sheepskin which keeps your feet cool
in the Summer.
Extremely versatile, you can wear them with slimline
trousers or leggins tucked inside, you can roll over the
fur on the top of the boots for extra interest, or put
your trousers over the top for added warmth.
If you choose the full length boot and intend wearing
them with thick socks, I would suggest choosing one size
bigger than your normal size to give you extra room and
comfort. They're also available in a shorter length
version in a variety of colours and style, if you prefer
to wear ankle length boots.
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Retail prices range from £99 for ladies boots and
£35 for slippers.
Just Sheepskin is stocked all over the
UK. For all stockist enquiries call 0870 240 8171.
Just Sheepskin is also available to buy online at
www.justsheepskin.com
and offers free deliveries on all orders within the UK.
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Fashion
Ideas
for February
By
Jenny Itzcovitz, Fashion and
Beauty Editor, Sixtyplusurfers
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Jane
Seymour models for CC
February brings the romance of
Valentine's Day and plenty of
new and inspirational styles for
2012. It's a transitional time
for fashion and many Spring
collections are currently
in-store. Giving you the promise
of warmer weather soon to come
and a flavour of Spring, the
collections are full of pastels,
florals and feminine elegance.
Jane Seymour pictured
above models the new collection
for CC and she looks stunning in
this fresh and romantic outfit.
She wears a Spot Top and
matching Cardigan together with
a pretty fuchsia Pleated Skirt.
The thin pink belt accentuates
her slim waist and completes
this ultra feminine look.
The Spot Top retails at £49.90,
the Cardigan is £75, and the
Pleat Skirt is £99.90.
For more information on the CC
Spring collection click on
www.ccfashion.co.uk
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Pastels and cool ice cream
colours will be a key look in
the Spring and are fun and
flirty to wear. The fresh fruity
colours will make you feel
Summery even in the colder
weather, and the pretty coral
chinos will look romantic for
Valentine's Day.
If the look is too bright for
you, select one or two elements
from the collection, such as the
feminine lacy top or the chinos
and wear them with neutral beige
colours to lighten the look.
Neutral shoes and a a pale
clutch bag look great worn with
pastels.
The pretty pastel ensemble worn
above is available from the F&F
Limited Edition collection at
Tesco and is very affordable.
The Blazer is £28, the Trousers
are £20. The Lace Top is £14 And
the neutral Clutchbag is £12.50.
For more information about F&F
at Tesco click on
www.tesco.com/clothing
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Royal blue will also be a key
colour for Spring and brings you
a lovely continental look. It
will put you in the mood for
Riviera holidays and fresh blue
skies soon to come.
This elegant pencil skirt has an
stylish retro feel and is very
flattering for the shorter,
curvy woman. The loose stripy
nautical top is also ideal if
you are not so confident about
your figure and can be worn
again and again on holidays and
also for casual wear. Team it up
with navy blue stiletto court
shoes and a blue bag for days
out, and you'll be sure to get
lots of compliments.
This lovely outfit is available
from F&F at Tesco. The Top is
just £10, the Skirt is also £10
and the Bag is £15. So it's
ideal if you're shopping on a
tight budget.
For more information
about F&F at Tesco click on
www.tesco.com/clothing
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The Spring collection from
Autograph at Marks & Spencer is
also very inspiring this season.
This pretty Lemon Top is very
versatile and will look stunning
worn with these lovely floral
Trousers. You can also wear it
with a classic skirt.
The Lemon Top is priced at £45,
the Trousers are £45 and the
Shoes are £29.50.
The Autograph collection is
available from Marks & Spencer.
For more information about the
range click on
www.marksandspencer.com
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Bring
some Valentine's
romance to your look with this
gorgeous red silk jacket and
stunning lilac print chiffon
dress. Team it up with purple
strappy sandals and ornate
vintage jewellery for a sensuous
retro look.
Available from Per Una Speziale
at Marks & Spencer, the Culture
Clash Jacket retails at £69, the
Dress is £85, the Sandals are
£29.50, the Necklace is £12.50,
and the Earrings are £9.50.
For more information about the
range click on
www.marksandspencer.com
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Florals are
another key look this season and
give a fresh bright look to your
wardrobe. This beautiful Chiffon
Tunic is available from Marisota
and looks great worn with leggings or
straight leg trousers.
Accessorise with bright bangles
and pretty earrings.
This pretty floral outfit is
available from Marisota. The
Tunic is £40, the Leggings are
£19 and the Bangles are £12.
For more information click on
www.marisota.co.uk
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And this season a must-have for
all wardrobes is the Pussybow
Blouse. This classic blouse is
elegant, sophisticated and very
versatile. Team it up with smart
trousers for casual style or a
smart pencil skirt for a special
occasion. Finish the look with a
smart jacket.
Jeggings are also a key look
this season. The slimline effect
they give is extremely
flattering. Wear them tucked
into boots or with high heeled
shoes.
The White Pussybow Blouse and
Brown Jeggings are both available from Elégance.
Price is
£129 for the blouse and £119 for
the Jeggings.
For more information click on
www.elegance.co.uk
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Menswear this season
has a continental retro
feel. Look out for stylish
blazers and interesting checked
shirts for an on-trend style.
This Collezione Blazer from
Marks & Spencer is elegant and
versatile. Price is £99 for the
Blazer, £35 for the Shirt and
£19.50 for the Tie.
For more information about the
range click on
www.marksandspencer.com
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If you prefer a
more classic style and
understated elegance this Navy
Gingham Seersucker Jacket from
Austin Reed is also a great buy this
season.
Wear it with a button through
polo shirt, or dark shirt, and
navy chinos for casual
sophistication.
The Seersucker Jacket is
available from Austin Reed.
For more
information about the Austin
Reed collection click on
www.austinreed.co.uk
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Another must-have
for the changeable British
Weather is this on-trend Trench
Coat from the Marks & Spencer
Autograph Collection. Stylish,
comfortable and very
fashionable. Price is £119.
For more information about Marks
& Spencer click on
www.marksandspencer.com
Have a fantastic February.
Jenny x
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Special Occasion Wear from Ispirato
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Ispirato offers a beautiful selection of special
occasion wear in their new Spring collection.
Classic yet contemporary, Ispirato's new Spring
2012 collection oozes style and elegance. A
kaleidoscope of hot, bright colours and
flattering pastels herald the new season.
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Unique detailing and flattering styling combine
in a sophisticated range of occasion and
eveningwear.
The collection boasts a rich and vibrant colour
palette of aqua blues, cool sophisticated greys,
tangerine reds and vibrant fuchsias intermingled
with softer, chalky pastels.
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Fabrics combine an eclectic mix of stretch
taffeta, jacquard, cloqué, silk and satin.
Style highlights include flattering, fitted
dresses with ruched waist detail in taffeta and
silk/satin, soft tailored jackets, three-quarter
length sleeved taffeta off-the-shoulder dresses
and cloqué satin three-quarter length sleeved
jackets.
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The jacket and dress combination has never been
more stylish. Boleros provide an elegant
alternative to full jackets or coats, allowing
the fine detail of a beautiful dress to be
admired in all its glory.
The range is infused with a combination of
clever layering, ruching, folds and diamanté
detailing.
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For
more information visit the website at
www.ispirato.co.uk
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Fashion Ideas:
Keeping Warm But on Trend this Season
As age descends upon us, it is
all the more important to look after yourself -
particularly during bitterly cold months. Age is
only a number, so make sure your clothes remain
trendy whilst protecting yourself from the drop
in temperatures.
Clothes don’t have to be trendy or practical,
but can be flattering whilst keeping you cosy at
the same time. Jeans are a great example of
this, remaining a popular fashion item that
serves a practical function whilst looking
great.
You can have skinny fitting jeans or flared
jeans, depending on what suits your figure, but
fashion trends this year suggest a higher
waisted jean and a snug fit are best.
The boot cut jean was popular last year and
could continue to dominate 2012. This style of
jean is slightly more versatile as the fabric
tends to widen at the ankle, providing a larger
area that can cover most of the foot.
To keep your feet and your legs warm, you could
comfortably wear flat boots or a towering heel
with boot jeans. Casual or formal, this look
could work a treat whilst keeping the lower body
perfectly toasty.
Ladies fashion
has such vast selection of choice depending on
your figure, colour and style that age really is
immaterial. Modern women’s fashion has even
generated a variety of warm hosiery which is
available in various patterns and colours to
keep you warm and stylish on those chilly days.
For those extra-cold days, woolly knitted
jumpers are a warm but fashionable option. Some
people avoid wool clothing as it can irritate
the skin but there are plenty of items made with
a wool blend which may be more suitable.
Silk and wool is a great combination as it keeps
you warm but avoids the irritable itch.
Fortunately for all ‘fashionistas’ out there,
faux fur is on trend this year and designers
have gone wild for this look.
Of course, one of the biggest fashion statements
for an individual of any age is a fur coat. Not
only do these give a striking and bold
appearance but they also guarantee to keep you
warm.
These coats can suit everybody, from children to
pensioners and promise to keep your upper body
warm.
Investing in a good quality pair of boots that
will keep your toes toasty is also recommended
for those wanting to stay on trend this year. A
great choice to consider is
hush
puppy boots
as they are available in
numerous forms.
From ankle boots, to knee high leather boots,
hush puppy boots are designed to keep you
feeling warm and looking fabulous.
Stylish accessories should not be underestimated
when it comes to staying warm and looking good
either.
Warm scarves, woolly hats and leather gloves
help to keep your body’s extremities warm and
completely transform any outfit, meaning they
are never out of fashion.
Staying warm whilst staying on trend has
therefore never been easier and this year women
of all ages can embrace the latest styles whilst
keeping themselves warm and comfortable.
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Pingush for the Discerning Woman
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Meet Carina Hildebrandt, immerse yourself in her
rich, tantalizing colours and strong simple
elegant designs that have been quietly capturing
the eye of the sophisticated discerning woman.
From the strikingly simple 100% Baby Alpaca
'Signature' coat and belted draped collared
jackets to the richly textured knitted
necklaces, taffeta skirts and unique organic
cotton empire dresses, Carina designs enduring
pieces that are both flattering and addictively
comfortable.
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She is renowned for her stunning range of
distinctive colours, soft smokey hues for
summer, rich autumnal shades for winter.
Her timeless and beautiful contemporary
look with a now all-encompassing
Womenswear collection undoubtedly fills a gap in
the market and Pingush is ready to launch to a
wider audience.
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Each effortlessly elegant piece has been
designed to be both stand alone and work to
create a variety of looks as part of a capsule
wardrobe.
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Hand finished in their dedicated fair-trade
workshop in Peru the Pingush collection is
available in sizes 8 - 22 and is machine
washable.
For more information click on
www.pingush.com
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February 2012