Women's travel clothing, made of gauze, means packing a smaller and lighter suitcase. And, layering gauzy (sheer) tops over an anchor piece, like a plain black dress, can make a Boomer chick look cool and hip. It's an easy way for Boomer women over 40 or 50 to look sexy without looking like they're trying too hard.
Gauze Clothing
Why do Baby Boomers like gauze so much? Because gauze rocks.
Well, it covers bulges, bumps, and baggy skin, so that’s one good reason right there. However, gauze can also make an outfit look different in 5 seconds. Gauze items can be tossed into a carry-on without adding any weight, and gauze won't add any bulk to an outfit. The right pieces work like magic.
What is the best gauze piece to get? Anything.
Layer Pieces
A gauze tunic can be worn over any color camisole, but it’s especially flattering when worn over a black, navy, or dark dress (or tank top) of any color.
A white tunic or dress can be sexy, but not revealing, over a black camisole and leggings if the tunic is not too sheer. However, this look is probably probably best on a woman who is proportional.
The only way to know what works for a specific body type is to try on different styles, but the white gauze dress, over something like a black cat suit, has been seen in Southern California, in some casual situations when a bathing suit would not be appropriate. This look is great on a warm weather cruise, though heavier gals should ditch the leggings in favor of long black column dresses, black slacks, or jeans.
Some gauzy tunics look fabulous over white anchoring pieces. Even teenagers are wearing something like gauze, though it's often plaid chiffon.
Gauze Dress or Tunic
Here are some places to hunt for tunic dresses:
-Antik Batik: Spendy. Hunt for their beautiful French Kaftans on sale. Or check out their cute kaftan tunics and find knockoffs.
-SoftSurroundings.com: Their Textured Gauze Big Shirt certainly won’t take up any room in a suitcase. It’s fab over a camisole and jeans or white gauze pants. It could also balance out big hips, though a gal would have to check it out on her own body in a three-way mirror. This piece might be cute over a tank dress. Leave it open, belt it, or try other ways to play with this.
-See Diane von Furstenberg's cute swimsuit coverups. Women with money will never regret buying anything from DVF, as the styles and prints are classic. Women who are on a budget should see the DVF bathing suit coverups, then check out other swimwear coverups for similar gauze tunics.
Layering Sweaters
-Nomadic Traders: Sheer mesh shrug in Jade (turquoise - see photo), Mint (green), and a Cotton Pointelle-Knit Cardigan in Natural (off white)
-Karen Kane: See her cute silk tunic. It's very boho chic and very sheer. It's meant to be worn over a tank dress or a cami. Several sites have this or something similar, so look around.
-Michael Kors has a chic sheer boyfriend cardigan. It comes in white or hot pink. It's actually quite tailored looking, for the preppy crowd, though bohemians could wear it open or tied or whatever they feel like. It's cute. Google around and check out ads for deals.
-Jones New York: Jones has some cute tops. Try their sheer cardigan with lettuce edging in a turquoise/white knit or hunt for something similar. This can be worn open or tied in front.
Traveling Boomer chicks should learn to layer whisper-thin pieces over their basic anchor outfits. Sometimes, the best idea is to ogle the expensive brands for inspiration, then check swimsuit sites and travel stores for a less-expensive knockoff. It won't be as good, but it will be good enough. Sheer gauze can make any woman look great.
Author Paul Nchemba
Gauze Clothing
Why do Baby Boomers like gauze so much? Because gauze rocks.
Well, it covers bulges, bumps, and baggy skin, so that’s one good reason right there. However, gauze can also make an outfit look different in 5 seconds. Gauze items can be tossed into a carry-on without adding any weight, and gauze won't add any bulk to an outfit. The right pieces work like magic.
What is the best gauze piece to get? Anything.
Layer Pieces
A gauze tunic can be worn over any color camisole, but it’s especially flattering when worn over a black, navy, or dark dress (or tank top) of any color.
A white tunic or dress can be sexy, but not revealing, over a black camisole and leggings if the tunic is not too sheer. However, this look is probably probably best on a woman who is proportional.
The only way to know what works for a specific body type is to try on different styles, but the white gauze dress, over something like a black cat suit, has been seen in Southern California, in some casual situations when a bathing suit would not be appropriate. This look is great on a warm weather cruise, though heavier gals should ditch the leggings in favor of long black column dresses, black slacks, or jeans.
Some gauzy tunics look fabulous over white anchoring pieces. Even teenagers are wearing something like gauze, though it's often plaid chiffon.
Gauze Dress or Tunic
Here are some places to hunt for tunic dresses:
-Antik Batik: Spendy. Hunt for their beautiful French Kaftans on sale. Or check out their cute kaftan tunics and find knockoffs.
-SoftSurroundings.com: Their Textured Gauze Big Shirt certainly won’t take up any room in a suitcase. It’s fab over a camisole and jeans or white gauze pants. It could also balance out big hips, though a gal would have to check it out on her own body in a three-way mirror. This piece might be cute over a tank dress. Leave it open, belt it, or try other ways to play with this.
-See Diane von Furstenberg's cute swimsuit coverups. Women with money will never regret buying anything from DVF, as the styles and prints are classic. Women who are on a budget should see the DVF bathing suit coverups, then check out other swimwear coverups for similar gauze tunics.
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Layering Sweaters
-Nomadic Traders: Sheer mesh shrug in Jade (turquoise - see photo), Mint (green), and a Cotton Pointelle-Knit Cardigan in Natural (off white)
-Karen Kane: See her cute silk tunic. It's very boho chic and very sheer. It's meant to be worn over a tank dress or a cami. Several sites have this or something similar, so look around.
-Michael Kors has a chic sheer boyfriend cardigan. It comes in white or hot pink. It's actually quite tailored looking, for the preppy crowd, though bohemians could wear it open or tied or whatever they feel like. It's cute. Google around and check out ads for deals.
-Jones New York: Jones has some cute tops. Try their sheer cardigan with lettuce edging in a turquoise/white knit or hunt for something similar. This can be worn open or tied in front.
Traveling Boomer chicks should learn to layer whisper-thin pieces over their basic anchor outfits. Sometimes, the best idea is to ogle the expensive brands for inspiration, then check swimsuit sites and travel stores for a less-expensive knockoff. It won't be as good, but it will be good enough. Sheer gauze can make any woman look great.
Author Paul Nchemba
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