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How the cute white poodle matches her fluffy white hair. Love her vivid blue dress, the rolled up sleeves of her trench coat (note, which is not buttoned), and her matching white plastic bag with blue letters on it. I should only look so good at her age!
Effortless chic! its priceless..imagine what she would have looked like 40years before.
aggy said ... (8:02 PM) :
Love this woman! It's how I aspire to be when I am about her age. I see so many women like her in my NYC neighborhood (up near Columbia University) doing their daily errands while still telegraphing to the world that just because you are "old" you don't just lose your style. You can see that this lady took the time to tie her trench just so and adjust the gathers perfectly. And it says a lot about her personality. The dog is cute, too!
How nice to see an older lady (with great style) featured among all the usual young lovelies on your blog!
Anonymous said ... (8:16 PM) :
She reminds me so much of my own mother who recently passed at the age of 95 and whom I admired so much. So graceful, beautiful, talented and always wanting to stay up to date in style - may we all live the same way. Love to this lovely lady & my mum....
Anonymous said ... (8:09 PM) :
Simply delightful
Anonymous said ... (7:45 PM) :
Flair at any age -- even in sensible shoes and support hose.
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She truly is lovely. If the plastic shopping bag and old lady hose distract your attention, squint your eyes and you can see how beautiful she once was...and still is.
Thank you for sneaking in photos of the elderly. She's adorable! I'd personally love to see pics from Greece if you ever end up there. They are known to be the happiest people who live long full, lives. Bravo to any lifestyle who has those stunning results.
What a styley Grandma!! She looks chuffed to be photographed too. How cool!!
Anonymous said ... (6:08 AM) :
i hope im going to be this stilish when im a nonna... the color matching is gorgeous, that silky blue with the cute b/w trench. i've always said that my italian grandmas were the stilish ones...
She is a good example to others; out walking, exercising and taking some pride in her appearance and proving you can always look nice no matter what age!
love seeing an older person presented...Grandma's got it goin on...:)
Anonymous said ... (12:59 AM) :
I am also delighted to see this beautiful older woman here.
Although her sandals and support hose may not be esthetically pleasing, they are essential to her mobility, especially since she is walking without a cane. Most likely the current stilleto-devotees will be wearing sensible shoes -- or having foot surgery -- long before they her age.
Ever so lovely. My envious eye sees a wonderful and intriguing couple that draws me in on both a sentimental and artistic level along with the upmost of respect seeing and appreciating her as she is.
Everything and everybody in Italy is beautiful! Such elegance. She reminds me of my Grandma Jane who takes the time to get dressed and put on jewelry every morning despite her age and health. I think this really keeps her young and positive— and sets a wonderful example for the women in our family.
Stop criticising this fabulous womoons shoes. Ive seen much worse footwear on folks a quarter of her age. Beauty and style are timeless and she is the epitome of this.
Pictures like these are just wonderful. This is how I shall aim to dress when I am that age. It really proves that you don't have to be young to be stylish, its a life-time thing. The elegance is apparent. She looks so classic, and that coat is beautiful! It really does give the phrase "granny chic" a new meaning..
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Magsli said ... (1:39 PM) :
I think it would be highly impractical for a lady of advanced years to prance around in 6 inch Louboutins so i take no issue with her footwear. I think she is nothing short of magnificent, so elegant and a sartorial inspiration. One of my definite favorites.
Oh Scott, you really know how to go straight to the heart.
This is what I love about your site. Women like her make me feel brave about the old-lady future awaiting me. She is the epitome of chic and sensible for her age.
This dog is the canine version of her. Look how the front left paw is held in the exact same gesture as the lady's. I won't even go into the hair, that's too obvious
More old ladies please!
greendress said ... (1:08 PM) :
Anonymous 5:30 AM said...
"fabulous until you reach the shoes!"
Sorry, but fabulous precisely because she is wearing sensible shoes. Not too flat, they are cushioned and give her feet needed support and not too high because she actually might like to walk without support from a cane or god knows what else.
One smart granny proving you can be elegant and sensible at the same time.
I am encouraged by the comments which respect this woman and where she is in life. One can't immpose wishes about shoes, nylons, etc. when you don't realize the challenges that come with age - "just you wait,XXX, just you wait!" as Eliza sang. I really appeciated the comment about the fact that she is hanging on to her mobility, no cane and out walking around. My mother-in-law who exercised all her life is now in her 90's and struggling to hang on, too. Brava.
Anonymous said ... (3:22 PM) :
Oh, how you make me miss my own elegant Nana today. She never left the house, not even two days before her death, looking less than freshly pressed. Elegance is eternal.
She is quite possibly the most gorgeous thing I've ever see on this site. She looks so gentle - the eyes & smile - and her hands remind me of my grammie's. Still vital & caring for a little companion. This is the beauty of getting old, just by her expression it looks like she's had a full & happy life... things like this make me question everyone's (including my own) fear of aging.
Oh my god, my new favorite picture! this is just perfect
Anonymous said ... (4:44 PM) :
oh, that's awesome.
Anonymous said ... (2:57 PM) :
fantastic coat and color combination. i would guess that if she knew she would pull up the hose. however, even the dash of green from her pal's leash adds the right spark.
now, we might want her to have better looking shoes however,that she is up, mobile,trim,smiling,groomed and stylish for her set, she's going better than fine.
Love the electric blue peeking out from underneath! Very daring for a woman her age. A refreshing change from all the black you see on women of that age in America.
Mi mancha Milano! :( I know where she is
Anonymous said ... (9:24 PM) :
I wish people would stop with the *&@?! granny thing. Everyone who is elderly isn't a grandmother. Give it up folks! You are stereotyping and considering how little respect is conferred on mothering these days, you might be demeaning. We don't really know anything about her other than this picture. Elderly, or even just older, women tend to be treated in an offhand way. Older men aren't called "dear" or "hon", or are they?
Anonymous said ... (8:08 PM) :
Now, just how gorgeous is this......so beautiful.........thank you.......
That's pure style and ¿?¿?¿? who says that you have to take 20 years to go on a wonderful pic and splurge on style every pore of your skin, bravo to the photographer and super super super bravo for the model !!!
one of my all time favorites of your shots. there is a lot of depth of emotion coming from her and from behind the camera. thank you for showing such respect for the older and wiser set of our generation.
This grandmother looks so great. When i grow older i really want to look as good as her. She looks amazing!
Anonymous said ... (5:22 PM) :
great photo....please give us more examples of stylish elderly people around the world--remember the baby boomers are getting older and we need lots of fashion inspiration!!
She looks like a neighbor of mine who consumed a quart of Four Roses every week until she died at 103.
Still, this lady has trenchant good taste.
CW
Alexandra said ... (9:35 AM) :
Love!!
And as someone who has a beautiful dog, I would not be at all offended if someone said that we look alike. I notice it all the time when I see dogs and their people.
Its so easy to project on to her. I disagree with the criticisms about her shoes and hose and those that stereotype. She looks great and she's out walking the dog. Cool. Personally, her hands remind me of my mothers and my grandma's and of their gentleness and skill. At times I wonder about us Americans and how we think that if we don't have the right shoe or piece we aren't stylish. I don't think that it's about the pieces. It's more encompassing than that. I'll take a cool freak in Salvation Army than one who bought exactly what a salesperson/stylist sold them. 3 cheers for variety.
This woman understands how much beauty can be given to the world if one only cares. In twenty years, I hope to look like her. -- The librarian who wears four inch heels.
The older ladies in my neighborhood (the Center of Rome, Italy) are like this lady. They don't leave the house without look fly. I don't know how they do it. It seems effortless.
I love her trench and that color blue is gorgeous.
The Fabulous Miss K said ... (9:34 AM) :
How wonderful to see a "mature" stylish lady - such elegance lets see more of her and others like her.
This is super cute. A delight to see on your blog, love the variety of people you see on here! Beth xx
Hannah Rebecca said ... (4:22 PM) :
I think this is one of your most fabulous pictures for a while!....one gorgeous lady.....i always see older folk and think they do chic so well! If i look half this lovely when i grow up i will be very pleased with myself. Oh Sart what would we do without you?...Hannah.xx * cough, come to London soon , cough*
Adorable! She reminds me of my grandmother, and i feel lucky :) (Not because she is old like her, but the style) Sometimes it's sad when people (getting older), forget to take care of themselves- inside and out. She is truly astonishing. And she reminds me of Mimi Weddell, who is also remarkable.
Oh yes, style is not a question of age. Just came back from Lisbon, beautiful old men and women with austere elegance in beautiful light and then the european middle classes in PE shorts and plastic sandals...
She was secretly hoping no-one would catch her wearing her Cinderella dress under her trenchcoat! No, she seriously does look elegant. I wish she were my grandma.
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post a commenthead to toe (paws) elegance
Love the trench, love the dog, love the lady
Isn't she lovely!
How the cute white poodle matches her fluffy white hair. Love her vivid blue dress, the rolled up sleeves of her trench coat (note, which is not buttoned), and her matching white plastic bag with blue letters on it. I should only look so good at her age!
gorgeous nonna:)
Effortless chic! its priceless..imagine what she would have looked like 40years before.
Love this woman! It's how I aspire to be when I am about her age. I see so many women like her in my NYC neighborhood (up near Columbia University) doing their daily errands while still telegraphing to the world that just because you are "old" you don't just lose your style. You can see that this lady took the time to tie her trench just so and adjust the gathers perfectly. And it says a lot about her personality. The dog is cute, too!
This is classic. Just beautiful.
It's so nice to see someone not 25 or younger on a style blog! Style doesn't end at 30!
the trenchcoat, the bright blue dree, the hair, the smile. just lovely!
Fashion is timeless. You are never too old- This lady is proof of that statement.
work those hose!
Isn't this what we all want to be able to celebrate~! She is a start~!
I want to be like her when I grow up
ma che bella signora! mi piace anche il suo canioglino...
She looks FANTASTIC -we all should take note from this elegant lady as shes timeless -one of my favourite shots <3
LOVE
xxx
What an elegant lady. I want her coat and toy poodle.
How nice to see an older lady (with great style) featured among all the usual young lovelies on your blog!
She reminds me so much of my own mother who recently passed at the age of 95 and whom I admired so much. So graceful, beautiful, talented and always wanting to stay up to date in style - may we all live the same way. Love to this lovely lady & my mum....
Simply delightful
Flair at any age -- even in sensible shoes and support hose.
i am so totally loving the blue on g\her... its such a refreshing choice
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She truly is lovely. If the plastic shopping bag and old lady hose distract your attention, squint your eyes and you can see how beautiful she once was...and still is.
ohh she looks wonderful!
omg. so cute! and why is it that dogs DO look like their owners?!?!?
I like seeing the older set on this blog. I would suggest new footwear.
One is never too old to look their best. Bravissima, Seniora.
soooo cute!!!
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She's fabulous!!
Lovely lady! I am under 30 and I want her dress!
love her eyes...
What a beautiful nan! :)
Thank you for sneaking in photos of the elderly. She's adorable! I'd personally love to see pics from Greece if you ever end up there. They are known to be the happiest people who live long full, lives. Bravo to any lifestyle who has those stunning results.
Love her! Her coat and the blue of her dress is wonderful.
This lady has made me aware of how inappropriately I dress while walking my dog.
Sheer grace and elegance! What a lovely lady..
Shooting old people is an always an incredible experience…
love the trench, what a cool nonna!
so so cute!
Gotta love how her hair matches the poodles hair. She's so cute, great colours she's wearing!
Well done on your great findings.
Bless her nylon socks! Isn't she lovely.
Love it!
Very elegant and stylish. Age is no barrier! :)
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What a styley Grandma!! She looks chuffed to be photographed too. How cool!!
i hope im going to be this stilish when im a nonna... the color matching is gorgeous, that silky blue with the cute b/w trench. i've always said that my italian grandmas were the stilish ones...
made my day:)
Sart. I love your shots of older people - especially Italian older people. Love the spark in this woman's eyes and her elegant old lady hands. Bravo!
:):) So much alike!
What an adorable relaxed classic lady.. Love the white and black trench with the electric blue dress.
She is a good example to others; out walking, exercising and taking some pride in her appearance and proving you can always look nice no matter what age!
I love it!
Is the hemming on her coat a particular style? i love how glossy the blue fabric is.
she's fantastic!!
Doesn't she look gorgeous! absolutely beautiful! :)
This is why your blog is required reading/watching: you remind us all that elegance and style are ageless. Thank you.
fabulous until you reach the shoes!
love seeing an older person presented...Grandma's got it goin on...:)
I am also delighted to see this beautiful older woman here.
Although her sandals and support hose may not be esthetically pleasing, they are essential to her mobility, especially since she is walking without a cane. Most likely the current stilleto-devotees will be wearing sensible shoes -- or having foot surgery -- long before they her age.
I want to be this stylish when I'm old!
what a striking vision!
Too beautiful.
Old people do it best!
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Ever so lovely. My envious eye sees a wonderful and intriguing couple that draws me in on both a sentimental and artistic level along with the upmost of respect seeing and appreciating her as she is.
Aw wow! So cute.
she reminds me of Katherine Hepburn
Damn, I aspire to such heights of style.
what a lovely lady!
Beautiful elegant hands. She hold herself so well and knows how to 'don a trench with ease and grace.
cute i love the trench tie <3
That's the most adorable coat.
Good girl...
- collar up
- belt tied
I don't even need to comment on the blue. You've got it you haven't and it doesn't fade with age.
her expression is so honest and priceless...a kind of look you don't get from younger people very often. Gorgeous gran!
The young make an orgy of fashion, but the older folks more often dine prudently.
i love her.
priceless.
Love her! The combination of the blue dress and that trench. But her smile makes the whole look. Great shot! Great lady!
Ohhh... I love her. I want to hug her and the pup. She's got it going on... still rocking it later in life.
shows what one good piece can do! she's wonderful.
best pic in ages! wonderful!!!
gorgeous lady and adorable pooch!
I love it!
hay girl hay!
Not to be rude, but her and the dog look somewha alike - they're adorable!
there are no words.. this woman is simply beyond.. and the mini poodle in tow is an essential accessory..
xxo HH
Everything and everybody in Italy is beautiful! Such elegance. She reminds me of my Grandma Jane who takes the time to get dressed and put on jewelry every morning despite her age and health. I think this really keeps her young and positive— and sets a wonderful example for the women in our family.
Bella!What and inspiration. Thanks!!!!!!!
woman is cuuuuttttee
and dignified
Stop criticising this fabulous womoons shoes. Ive seen much worse footwear on folks a quarter of her age. Beauty and style are timeless and she is the epitome of this.
Gorgeous Lady with the prefect pet!!!!
Pictures like these are just wonderful. This is how I shall aim to dress when I am that age. It really proves that you don't have to be young to be stylish, its a life-time thing. The elegance is apparent. She looks so classic, and that coat is beautiful!
It really does give the phrase "granny chic" a new meaning..
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I think it would be highly impractical for a lady of advanced years to prance around in 6 inch Louboutins so i take no issue with her footwear. I think she is nothing short of magnificent, so elegant and a sartorial inspiration. One of my definite favorites.
Oh Scott, you really know how to go straight to the heart.
This is what I love about your site. Women like her make me feel brave about the old-lady future awaiting me. She is the epitome of chic and sensible for her age.
This dog is the canine version of her. Look how the front left paw is held in the exact same gesture as the lady's. I won't even go into the hair, that's too obvious
More old ladies please!
Anonymous 5:30 AM said...
"fabulous until you reach the shoes!"
Sorry, but fabulous precisely because she is wearing sensible shoes. Not too flat, they are cushioned and give her feet needed support and not too high because she actually might like to walk without support from a cane or god knows what else.
One smart granny proving you can be elegant and sensible at the same time.
cutie nanna
so many poodles, so little time! simply divine..
xoxo Brigitte & Serge
Bellissima!!!
Cute coat! I think she just proved to me that this coat can work on any girl, any shape at any age. Love it!
how cute. love the jacket.
I am encouraged by the comments which respect this woman and where she is in life. One can't immpose wishes about shoes, nylons, etc. when you don't realize the challenges that come with age - "just you wait,XXX, just you wait!" as Eliza sang. I really appeciated the comment about the fact that she is hanging on to her mobility, no cane and out walking around. My mother-in-law who exercised all her life is now in her 90's and struggling to hang on, too. Brava.
Oh, how you make me miss my own elegant Nana today. She never left the house, not even two days before her death, looking less than freshly pressed. Elegance is eternal.
She is quite possibly the most gorgeous thing I've ever see on this site. She looks so gentle - the eyes & smile - and her hands remind me of my grammie's. Still vital & caring for a little companion. This is the beauty of getting old, just by her expression it looks like she's had a full & happy life... things like this make me question everyone's (including my own) fear of aging.
She's adorable! I love her trench with the pop of blue.
I love the fabrique on that blue dress. And that jacket is beyond my vocabulary. When I get old I want to be like her.
Ruhvana
i still think that the portuguese old ladies, in their black dresses and with their gold earrings, are the most beautiful :)
Oh my god, my new favorite picture!
this is just perfect
oh, that's awesome.
fantastic coat and color combination. i would guess that if she knew she would pull up the hose. however, even the dash of green from her pal's leash adds the right spark.
now, we might want her to have better looking shoes however,that she is up, mobile,trim,smiling,groomed and stylish for her set, she's going better than fine.
I just love when old ladies dare to wear more "modern" stuff. She looks great!
What a waist!
Love the electric blue peeking out from underneath! Very daring for a woman her age. A refreshing change from all the black you see on women of that age in America.
Mi mancha Milano! :( I know where she is
I wish people would stop with the *&@?! granny thing. Everyone who is elderly isn't a grandmother. Give it up folks! You are stereotyping and considering how little respect is conferred on mothering these days, you might be demeaning. We don't really know anything about her other than this picture. Elderly, or even just older, women tend to be treated in an offhand way. Older men aren't called "dear" or "hon", or are they?
Now, just how gorgeous is this......so beautiful.........thank you.......
she is fabulous. period.
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such amazing greatness. style is timeless and effortless.
she is beautiful
love her trench.
amazing! love it
What a lovely lady! hehe
Lauren
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she's stylin!! I hope I can be half as fashionable as she is when i'm older.
"when I grow up I want to be an old woman"
I LOVE that coat!
She is absolutely beautiful! I love her smile and overall demeanor - she looks like she would give the kindest hugs! <3
That's pure style and ¿?¿?¿? who says that you have to take 20 years to go on a wonderful pic and splurge on style every pore of your skin, bravo to the photographer and super super super bravo for the model !!!
she is bringing it. insane
GRACE + HAVING PEACE WITH YOURSELF
that what's this beautiful woman got..
I <3
She makes me want to invite her for tea and excellent conversation...to me, this is what "attractive" means.
one of my all time favorites of your shots. there is a lot of depth of emotion coming from her and from behind the camera. thank you for showing such respect for the older and wiser set of our generation.
Awesome trench coat. She must have been always stylish. The pooch always too.
Super Gorgeous. Bella! Love Her. She would be great on Advancedstyle.blogspot.com. Keep it Up!
This grandmother looks so great. When i grow older i really want to look as good as her. She looks amazing!
great photo....please give us more examples of stylish elderly people around the world--remember the baby boomers are getting older and we need lots of fashion inspiration!!
may be i would change her shoes, but in general - beautyful woman
how cute are they?!!?!?
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I love the colours and the way she ties the trench. What a scoop.
priceless!
this is what i want to become...she looks amazing...
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Thank you, I am inspired but such a beautiful woman.
This woman is a perfect example that you're never too old to have style. I aspire to have my style as I age...
Fantastic!
Love!
Flesh-colored stockings are the new black.
I'd have to say this looks very Lucille Ball. Effortlessly chic.
I love that woman! I want to be like her in the future! the dog is nice, and she is beautiful. great hair and face!
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Oh - please can I be as stylish as her when I am old? That would make me very happy.
She looks like a neighbor of mine who consumed a quart of Four Roses every week until she died at 103.
Still, this lady has trenchant good taste.
CW
Love!!
And as someone who has a beautiful dog, I would not be at all offended if someone said that we look alike. I notice it all the time when I see dogs and their people.
Most stylish nonna.
Its so easy to project on to her. I disagree with the criticisms about her shoes and hose and those that stereotype. She looks great and she's out walking the dog. Cool.
Personally, her hands remind me of my mothers and my grandma's and of their gentleness and skill.
At times I wonder about us Americans and how we think that if we don't have the right shoe or piece we aren't stylish. I don't think that it's about the pieces. It's more encompassing than that. I'll take a cool freak in Salvation Army than one who bought exactly what a salesperson/stylist sold them.
3 cheers for variety.
This is exactly my idea of your blog. Elegance and beauty can come from the most unexpected. Hope to be like her in 30 years time ;)-
She's just "great" :)
Philippe
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thank you for celebrating the crone years! she's a fashion beauty...
This...I LOVE!
-rhesaXD from http://ralstyling.blogspot.com/
This woman understands how much beauty can be given to the world if one only cares. In twenty years, I hope to look like her. -- The librarian who wears four inch heels.
Absolutely spectacular Lady! My hat's off to her. :-)))
such a cute old lady and i love her trench and the blue dress!
It is such a pitty if she won t see these comments..
The older ladies in my neighborhood (the Center of Rome, Italy) are like this lady. They don't leave the house without look fly. I don't know how they do it. It seems effortless.
I love her trench and that color blue is gorgeous.
How wonderful to see a "mature" stylish lady - such elegance lets see more of her and others like her.
She looks absolutely fabulous. The was she is wearing the trench coat is so chic.
i love this! great trench! what a cute, stylish lady! xoxo.
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style is forever
Beauty! I hope to look that great when I am her age.
grandma's have it going on. she is so awesome ♥
Her clothes are beautiful and so is she. Lovely.
aww the cutest ever.
This is super cute.
A delight to see on your blog, love the variety of people you see on here!
Beth xx
I think this is one of your most fabulous pictures for a while!....one gorgeous lady.....i always see older folk and think they do chic so well!
If i look half this lovely when i grow up i will be very pleased with myself.
Oh Sart what would we do without you?...Hannah.xx
* cough, come to London soon , cough*
delightful! what a gorgeous creature.
Love this blog!
she is smoking she is one hot grandma!!
Adorable! She reminds me of my grandmother, and i feel lucky :)
(Not because she is old like her, but the style)
Sometimes it's sad when people (getting older), forget to take care of themselves- inside and out. She is truly astonishing.
And she reminds me of Mimi Weddell, who is also remarkable.
Wow, the most unbelievable thing I've seen today!! Awesome!
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what a grandma!! That is an
excelent picture. Beatiful
this reminds me of my grandmother..except she is missing the signature strand of pearls and a small watch
love the jacket
amazing
love the belted trench with the silk dress. but most of all love the saggy tights and the house shoes! work italian grandma
Nothing like I've ever seen before. So lovely. [= What an inspiration.
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The little plastic bag is from Lindt chocolates! I love her even more now.
Amazing. I love her & her trench!
Love her and love the fact you actually found someone like her!
Simply beautiful !
She truly is cute! I keen on her style. It says a lot about her.
the cutest picture ever!
:)
She is amazing. What an inspiration!
Oddio signora, che bella la signora!
From an era we could learn something from... she's fabulous and she knows she's "never fully dressed without a smile."
This gives all us ladies hope for a future where we can walk our pooches in style with such ease and grace.
Oh yes, style is not a question of age. Just came back from Lisbon, beautiful old men and women with austere elegance in beautiful light and then the european middle classes in PE shorts and plastic sandals...
She was secretly hoping no-one would catch her wearing her Cinderella dress under her trenchcoat!
No, she seriously does look elegant. I wish she were my grandma.
I want to look like her when I am Granny
sssssaaa
Oh, let me be her.....NOW !
Great photo!I really like it!
Great Sandra!!!
Kisses from Bergamo.
Marco, Mariuccia e Alberto
I love her, this is one of my favorite shots definitely. Such class and elegance!
Love this lady, and all old people!
Beutiful and true