MIDLIFE MOXIE

About MIDLIFE MOXIE

A podcast all about middle aged women finding their MIDLIFE MOXIE and making this one of the best seasons of our lives!

Publisher

Midlife Moxie

Category

comedy · education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

5 Oct 2021

Latest episode

18 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

98 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Nov 2025

   Olive Skin & Color Harmony: What Works, What Doesn't

   Today on Midlife Moxie, we're tackling the hottest topic in our inbox: olive skin tone. Jen and Gail break down what olive skin really is from both an artist's/color expert perspective and a makeup artist's chair: a unique balance of cool and warm (think blue + yellow = green) that creates its own category—not just "neutral." In this episode, we chat about: How olive skin shows up in real life: green-gray fair skin, golden-olive medium tones, and deeper olives Why olives are often told they're "neutral" and why that usually misses the mark The big "nope" colors for olives (muted beiges, yellow-greens, pale pastels, icy brights) The power shades that make olives look incredible: saturated teals, blue-greens, royal blue, violets, berries, deep warm reds, and bluer greens like pine and evergreen How mixing ethnicities has created more complex skin tones that old-school seasonal systems just don't address Why we created olive-specific digital palettes inside Your Color Style—and how we treat olive as its own lane, not an afterthought Real-world foundation advice for olives: undertones, brand clues, mixing, and what to ignore on the bottle (looking at you, "ivory" everything) Makeup tips for eyes, cheeks, and lips so olives can get that rich, dimensional "cut-through" instead of looking flat or washed out If you've ever felt unseen by traditional color analysis, frustrated by foundation that never quite matches, or stuck in black/gray because color feels "too much," this one is for you. We see you, olives. 💚 Resources & Next Steps: Explore Your Color Style analyses and digital palettes (including Olive Skin Tone palettes) Book a Makeup Analysis with Gail for personalized foundation, blush, eye, and lip colors Join Style Masters to go deeper into dominance, specificity, neutrals, and real-life color education for midlife women Share this episode with a friend who suspects she might be olive—and help her finally feel seen, understood, and stunning in her colors. And as always… Go get your moxie on. 💄✨

2. 

   11 Nov 2025

   Classics, But Make It Modern: How to Wear Timeless Pieces Without Looking "Old"

   This week on Midlife Moxie, Gail and Jen tackle a hot topic that has women talking—the return of the classics. We're talking blazers, loafers, pussy-bow blouses, and heritage fabrics like tweed, houndstooth, and glen plaid. You've seen them everywhere this season, but how do you wear them without feeling dated? From "that looks like my grandma's blazer" to "wait, I actually love this," we'll walk you through how to modernize timeless pieces and wear them with confidence. You'll learn: How to tell where you fall on the trend bell curve (and why it matters) The new rules for blazers, lady jackets, and loafers Why heritage fabrics like plaid, herringbone, and tartan are suddenly hot again The surprising comeback of tights and patterned hosiery How to choose the right pussy-bow blouse for your proportions Color and styling tricks that make any classic look feel fresh and current 💡 Takeaway: What's old isn't old—it's timeless. With a few modern tweaks, these pieces become your new wardrobe power players. 🎧 Listen for the laughs, stay for the style wisdom. This episode is part fashion therapy, part color theory, and 100% midlife confidence. ✨ Hosted by: Jen Vax & Gail Scott 🖥️ Learn more at: yourcolorstyle.com

3. 

   4 Nov 2025

   Why We've Gone Too Casual (and How to Fix It)

   Has our culture gone too casual? From pandemic sweats to pajama pants at restaurants, Jen and Gail are calling it out—with humor, honesty, and a whole lot of style wisdom. In this episode, they unpack how we got here (hint: COVID comfort clothes had something to do with it), why "comfort" has become code for "I gave up," and how to elevate your casual wardrobe without losing ease or authenticity. You'll learn how to master the 3 F's—Fit, Fabric, and Finish—and discover how small swaps (like upgrading sneakers or adding jewelry) can take you from sloppy to effortlessly stylish. Whether you're heading back to the office, out to dinner, or just running errands, Jen and Gail show you how to show up for yourself and look polished, confident, and pulled together. 🎧 Listen for: The real reason we're dressing so casual (and how to reset) How to do comfortable without looking messy The difference between "casual" and "careless" What not to wear to the office Simple styling tweaks that instantly elevate your look Jen's hilarious wine bar wardrobe fail 🤦♀️ 💡 Challenge of the Week: Take one of your go-to casual outfits and elevate it. Swap one piece, add polish, and tag @yourcolorstyle to show us your glow-up! 🎙️ Hosts: Jen Vax – Founder of Your Color Style, helping midlife women rediscover confidence through color and style. Gail Scott – Beauty & Style Director, stylist, and queen of the sassy one-liner. ✨ Midlife Moxie is where confidence meets color, humor meets honesty, and midlife gets a serious style upgrade.

Who has been a guest on MIDLIFE MOXIE

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Jenni Washington
• Laura Haver
• Carly Ann

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

34 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100

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Quality

55

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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