The Fierce 50 Campaign launches today
February 19th - the 50th day of the year!50 women bloggers over 50 are coming together to introduce and celebrate each other on their blogs!The Fierce 50 Campaign is the brain child of Catherine Grace O'Connelwho wants to help redefine the cultural perception of what it means to be 50!
Whether it is showing brands our demographic is fierce and fabulous
(and by the way, the most affluent)
or
bringing women together to honor and support each other.Catherine's excitement about this time in life is truly infectious!
"The intention behind The Fierce 50 Movement is to support the ongoing Campaigns with the women of The Fierce 50. We are coming together to create a collaborative community and to show the world that we are only just beginning. We are intending to shift a paradigm and a perception of women at midlife and beyond by coming together as one.
If you'd like to read more about the campaign you may go HERE
For those of you who are regular readers of my blogyou know already I am all about the message of celebrating ourselves
and
Pro Aging!
Whether it's by learning to Crown Ourselves refining personal style, home and garden, travel or just finding beauty in the daily ..It's all about making moments count in life and celebrating these midlife chapters!
So when I heard about the Fierce 50 Campaign ... I knew I just had to be a part! I believe it's so important to find the absolute best in every ageas much for ourselvesas for those coming up behind us!We all need to work together to help redefine the cultural view of aging!I will always owe a great deal of gratitude toAri Cohen of Advanced Style.It was he who introduced to me, through his blogthe likes ofIris Apfel and Tziporah Salamon.
I found these incredible women as my nest began to empty.At the time I had no idea of who I was any more aside from a full time motherand I had even less idea what I wanted to do next.I was truly lost of self.Before children I had designed for my own successful Fashion Accessory company.But fast forward 20 years of being a MomI thought I would be irrelevant in fashion because of my age.That is, until I found these incredible women.They truly changed my lifeand inspired me to champion my latest chapters as a designer!They along with so many other fierce and inspiring womenhave me truly grateful and excited to be in these life chapters now!
This is why I think The Fierce 50 Campaign is so vitally important.We all need to be inspired to live our absolute best livesno matter our age or interests.So we too,can be a beacon of light and inspiration for those who are following behind us.The ripple effect can be tremendous!
Today, on the launch of the Fierce 50 Campaignover 50 bloggers are introducing another bloggerwho was chosen for them in their blog post.I have the honor and privilege of introducingnot only one of my favorite bloggersbut a dear friend as well!Adrienne Shubin of the fabulousRich Life In Wine Country!
Her blog is wildly successful with views passing 7 million and counting!Adrienne is a newbie to the Fierce 50 groupas she is turning 50 this year!How great is it to be turning 50 and joining such a fierce group of women!Happiest of all that 50 has to offer Adrienne!
I have been friends with the gorgeous Adrienne now for yearsall because of blogging!
I was a faithful reader of hers for a couple of yearswhen I read on her blog she was coming down from wine countryto Southern California where I live.
I remember being so nervous to ask herif she and her husband would like to come to dinner at my house!But I convinced myself to take a chance and reach out"nothing ventured, nothing gained"
I am ever so grateful I did! Adrienne is as warm as she is beautiful!She and I have gotten together so many times since then!Whether it be for blogging purposesor simply as friendsit's always a wonderful and inspiring time with Adrienne!
It was Adrienne ofThe Rich Life In Wine Countrywho organized and spear headed Bloggers In Napa!
What a heartwarming and beautiful trip that was!!
Fantastic Fierce 50 women!
Adrienne's lifestyle blog The Rich Life In Wine Countryis literally all things Wine Countryand a celebration in living a beautiful life!
She covers all of her favorite things in Wine Country!From travel, shopping, style, food and wineAll shown with beautiful photographyand the knowledge of a true Wine Country local!
Adrienne is also a certified tourism official of Sonoma Countyas well as a freelance writer!
She is the wife of a Fire Chief,mother to 3 adult stepchildren and four dogs.
Reading Adrienne's blog expect to see all that makes wine countrysuch a magnificent and romantic destination!
You will see behind the scenes of so many wineries as well.And Adrienne always seems to have a first class ticket into all ofWine Country's best events!
When our group was in Napashe arrange for us to tour the spectacularDomaine Carnerosand even meet the wine maker!
One of the things that has always inspired me about Adrienneis her devotion and love she has for her husband.
It was actually reading Adrienne's blog years agothat inspired my Friday night dates with my husband!At the time I was just coming out ofbeing highly entrenched in raising teenagers(as in perhaps over invested in my children and neglecting my husband). I remember saying to myselfWow! I want to have a great relationship with my husband too!Changing perspectives on your lifecan have magnificent and powerful impacts on your life.
In the same way that sometimes being lost and broken heartedcan sometimes open you upto new possibilities in life ...if you really listen to your heart.
These days, I not only have a great relationship once again with my husbandbut we are friends with the couple that inspired me to change!Blogs and blogging can be wonderful catalysts during life transitions!
And do Adrienne and I have fabulous photographers or what!!
Another trait of Adrienne's that I really appreciateis her fierce support of small businesses!
On her blog
The Rich Life In Wine Country
she showcases many beauty, clothing and accessory businesses.
In addition to highlighting Wine Country lifestylesAdrienne also represents various brands beautifully.
Adrienne is also a gorgeous Brand Ambassador fora woman owned clothing companythat always highlights Fierce 50 in her designsStella Carakaski.It's a wonderful women's brand that I have worn often!
Adrienne also has a monthly link up feature
on her blog
along with Jill of
Everything Just SoHow I Wear Mywhich has a different topic each month for bloggers to send in their photos of the monthly topic.This month was How I Wear The Color Blue.
If you want to participate next month you can go HEREfor all the details!
Thank you for letting me introduce my friend and fellowFierce 50 memberAdrienne Shubin of The Rich Life in Wine Country
Adding her to your visited blogs will surely leave you yearning to add more beauty to your life!Maybe even adding a trip to wine country to your travel plans!
P.S. ~ Following Adrienne on Instagram@TheRichLifeinWineCountrymeans you will be greeted each morningwith a stunning image from Wine Countryas well as seeing her other beautiful images and travels!
As always my friends
I wish you love and joy as you style your life
If you have enjoyed reading this blog post and learning more about The Fierce 50 Campaign, please visit this page HERE to see an archive where you will find pictures of each of the women that are participating in The Fierce 50 along with their blog posts and links!
Catherine also has an interview with Hannah Storm, a sports journalist who is a great example of a
'self empowered woman at mid life'
You can read Catherine's inspiring interview HERE
Hannah Storm's components to success ...
Believing in yourself, gratitude, service and finding a mentor
are all ideas I can get behind!!
Links to blogs participating in the
Fierce 50
www.50isnotold.com
www.sharingajourney.com
www.rohonda.com
www.chicover50.com
www.tanyafoster.com
www.brendakinsel.com
www.bywayofberlin.com
www.cyndispivey.com
www.southernblondechic.com
www.fashiontrendsandfriends.com
www.evolvingyourimage.com
www.fashionomics.com
www.fashionshouldbefun.com
www.lady50plus.com
www.jacketsociety.com
www.leewoodruff.com
www.valslist.com
www.alabouroflife.com
www.trinasteatime.com
www.1010parkplace.com
www.richwomenrock.com
www.the-middlepage.com
www.catherinegraceo.com
www.shesheshow.com
www.sowhattotwenty.blogspot.com/
www.highlatitudestyle.com
www.dimplesonmywhat.com
www.mapleleopard.com
www.theageofgrace.com
www.fabulousafter40.com
www.lookingstylish.co.uk
www.madeuplove.com
www.themidlifefashionista.com
www.morethanturquoise.com
www.stylenudge.com
www.angeliquelamour.com/blog/
www.fashionfairydust.com
www.hautegreyfox.com
www.helloim50ish.com
www.mrsamericanmade.com
www.anitabydesign.com
www.northwestmountainliving.com
www.yourhomebasedmom.com
www.squarepearls.com
www.silveristhenewbonde.com
www.wendyswaytohealth.com
www.wearwithpassion.com
www.asksuzannebell.com
www.hautebusiness.com
www.therichlifeinwinecountry.com
www.tamerabeardsley.com
www.margaretrowe.com
www.therealgoldengirl.com
www.overthehilda.ie
www.jtouchofstyle.com
www.kathykaehler.net
www.stylishparadox.com
www.2chicdesigns.blogspot.com
www.womensharingwisdom.net
www.astylishfit.com
www.deniseaustin.com
www.lovespeaks.tv
www.soageless.com
www.thesafetychick.com
www.lauramunson.com
www.notdeadyetstyle.com
