The sandwich generation — those of us (usually women over 45) squeezed by the competing demands of kids, aging parents, work, community, romantic partner and so on — rarely have time to think about the things that will make us feel fit and stylish.
For boomers, the approach of the holidays can feel like one more slab of bread has just been layered atop the sandwich generation, turning jingle bells into jangled nerves.
To achieve an ageless look, here are five basic items every age-40-plus fashionista should keep in her closet all year long: white T-shirts, dar k straight-leg jeans, a classic navy blazer, a wrap dress and a go-to LBD (little black dress).