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At The Well Dressed Life, we’re redefining modern, classic style for women over 40, making fashion effortless, empowering, and true to you. We provide practical, everyday fashion advice, including expert shopping guides, outfit formulas, and curated recommendations from brands you love. Our goal is to help you build a timeless wardrobe, feel confident in your style, and make getting dressed simple and stress-free.
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Meet Megan Kristel
Megan Kristel is the founder of The Well Dressed Life, a trusted destination for fashion over 40 and modern, classic style. In 2006, she launched Kristel Closets, Inc., a full-service personal styling firm that quickly became one of the most successful in the country, helping women of all lifestyles build effortless wardrobes.
After years of hands-on experience, Megan transitioned from private styling to digital content creation, founding The Well Dressed Life to provide expert fashion advice for women over 40. Her mission is to help women build a polished, wearable wardrobe that feels both current and authentic. [Read more]
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Classic Style, Fashion and Beauty Advice and Inspiration for the Modern Woman Over 40.
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The Ultimate Guide to Sunscreen for Women Over 40: What to Use and Why It Matters
If there’s one skincare product every woman over 40 (well, really everyone at every age) needs to use daily, it’s sunscreen. Yet, despite its importance, sunscreen is often misunderstood, skipped, or applied incorrectly. As we age, our skin becomes more susceptible to sun damage, hyperpigmentation, and collagen breakdown—all of which accelerate the visible signs of…
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