Apparently, I’m not the only one who bought a book by Nora Ephron after she passed away in June. Amazon.com reports that three of her books have risen dramatically on the bookseller’s list of top books based on number of sales. Specifically, Ephron’s Heartburn jumped to a ranking of #208 (from #103,090), I Remember Nothing jumped to #79 (from #33,547), and I Feel Bad About My Neck has jumped to #90 (from #12,083). I’d read Heartburn when it came out, so I picked I Feel Bad About My Neck. Suffice it to say (since this is a fashion blog, not a book blog), I enjoyed the book thoroughly. It is very diverting and provided lots and lots of food for middle-aged thought.
The reason I mention I Feel Bad is that in it, Nora writes that her mother advised her to “never buy a red coat.” Obviously, I didn’t receive the same motherly advice because I recently bought a red trench (above), my fourth red coat in 10 years! Why red? That’s easy. Red is in my color season. And, now that I’m firmly in my 50s, I’m all about wearing colors that brighten my middle-age complexion. If the color red flatters your complexion, you’ll be happy to know that there are lots of red coats on the web this fall. Click ‘read more’ below to view a sample of what’s available. And, if you’re in the mood, share your favorite Nora Ephron tidbit—what Nora wisdom has inspired you--in the comment box at the end of the post.
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. All the latest styles are reduced--I like that! The 
(above), which is regularly $124, is $93 right now. Click "read more" for other sales and a few garments and accessories that could make you a happy over 50 woman this weekend. 
($79) above. Go to just about any shoe website and you'll find animal print shoes. But I love these flats because the toes are the only part dipped in animal print. Want a shoe that's covered in animal print? Click "read more" below to view an animal print loafer and 8 more fall favorites--many of them currently on sale. 
(was $143, now $71) available in sizes Medium and Large. (Focus on the blazer, please, and not the babe in the hot pants!!) I came across the blazer while working on a post about fall suits. Click on the photo to zoom in on the lace material. It's so feminine and festive, ready for a party or other special occasion. And the sales price is hard to resist. Flattering50 readers are always asking for garments that will cover their arms. Most clothiers aren't interested in showing tops or dresses with sleeves in the summer months. A lace blazer seems like the perfect way to cover up in a sleeveless top or dress! Click "read more" below for links to other posts on covering over 50 arms.
