Knowing When to Let Go
A lesson in letting go of the (material) things that no longer serve us.
Welcome to The Feminine View
It’s Never too Late to Be Visible
"It is never too late to be what you might have been"
– George Eliot
About The Feminine View
The Feminine View is a thoughtful curation of style, wellbeing, and travel inspiration, as experienced by the founder, Claudia Hackman. It is also a roadmap for the, at times, bewildering journey to ageing confidently and positively.
Enter your best years with wisdom, courage and confidence.
"Consider TFV your go-to companion and source of inspiration as you navigate, and ultimately conquer, all of the challenging and beautiful moments that life beyond 50 throws at you"
The Feminine View seeks to simplify the process of uncovering information on traditionally ‘taboo’ topics such as peri-menopause and menopause. It also invites an honest discussion on all issues, from embracing a maturing décolletage to managing menopausal mood swings.
The Feminine View will shine a spotlight on some of the remarkable women that I have encountered throughout the years, with the hope of helping women who are approaching 50 and beyond regain their voice, visibility, joie de vivre, and to lead their most inspired life yet.
After a long and rewarding career in fashion, I wanted to explore new ways to connect with like-minded women and share some of my own experiences on transitioning from my forties to my fifties. I found that existing material online was scarce and largely unhelpful in bringing me a greater understanding of what my body and mind were going through as I ‘matured’.
Through shared wisdom, I believe women can develop radical acceptance of their bodies, minds and emotions at every age and with every milestone they meet.
About Me
After a long and rewarding career in fashion, I wanted to explore new ways to connect with like-minded women and share some of my own experiences on transitioning from my forties to my fifties.
One-on-One Shopping & Styling
As an experienced and qualified stylist, I’m passionate about the practice of consuming fashion consciously. Read more about my fashion expertise and explore my one-on-one shopping and styling experience here.
Work With Me
For enquiries, content contributions and brand collaborations, please get in touch.
"You can be gorgeous at thirty, charming at forty, and irresistible for the rest of your life."
– Coco Chanel
The Latest
The topics The Feminine View covers range from sleep, meditation, body image, posture, and the joy of travel. Through sharing the stories of the remarkable and creative people I have met, I hope to ignite your desire to pursue a dream you may have previously let pass you by. Stay motivated and uplifted with stories you’ll want to read.
What I Wish I’d Known Earlier About Menopause
Embracing menopause with open and honest conversation. Read my story here.
Time Out in Adelaide, South Australia
Up until recently, my visits to Adelaide were very brief and there never seemed to be the time to relax and explore.
The Langham Hotel Sydney
Whether it is a staycation or a vacation, The Langham, Sydney is the ideal city escape.
Work With Me
For enquiries, content contributions and brand collaborations, please get in touch.
Social
A few hours ago, it occurred to me that I turned 59.5 yrs today. I felt strange, mixed emotions that I did not want to brush aside so, instead, I sat with them. I am happy that I did, as now, rather than feeling despondent about the looming 60th, I am quite excited and curious. What are my 60’s going to be??? ….. For now, I am going to enjoy the last 6 months of being a woman in her late 50’s. It has been a fascinating decade on so many levels and I am grateful for all that it has given me. 🌸💕
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My Friday night pose was absolutely inspired by a gold pendant, a black bodice and a leather skirt. I put them on and voila, they transformed my mood.
Wearing fashion created by designers that I have had the privilege to meet and work with gives me that extra pleasure and connection with what I am wearing.
Thank you Jennifer Van Der Broek @vouscreations_au and Tim @tim_oconnor_design
💛 "Henrietta" 18k gold and diamond pendant
@vouscreations_au
🖤 Top and Skirt Spring Summer 21/22
@tim_oconnor_design
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I am an eternal optimist, and today I decided to be true to my nature. I made 5 restaurant bookings commencing October 18!! At the top of the list was my daughter's 17th birthday and my 21st wedding anniversary .... then 3rd, 4th and 5th were dinners with girlfriends.
Wooo hoooo ... can't wait 💃💃
Only 4 more weeks of lock down to go 🙏🙏
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Lounging around in my palazzo pants requires the perfect accessory ... the "Diva" pendant.
🖤🤍
The black & white diamond pendant is a bespoke piece designed by Jennifer VD Broek
Visit @vouscreations_au to see more of Jennifer's beautiful designs
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I do not think there is any other print that can amp up an outfit like animal print. In the fashion circle, it may be more popular from one season to another, but it always seems to be there.
For me, the beloved animal print is a style icon.
Do you love it?? 🖤🤎🤍
Leather pants & silk top
@tim_oconnor_design
Spring Summer 21/22
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I wish I could remember the name of the designer of these earrings and bracelet that I purchased in Santorini! 🇬🇷
I can picture the boutique and I know that my daughter and I had a fabulous day roaming through streets, enjoying the atmosphere and exploring, but damn I wish I had picked up a business card so I could go shopping for similar accessories today ☹️☹️
Week 14 in lock down and I am going stir crazy. 😩😩
I am so wanting to holiday shop at the moment, on line shopping just isn't giving me that buzz anymore ✈️🌏
Has anyone else stopped browsing online lately ??
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If I were going out tonight, I would choose this outfit. It would match my current mood ... mellow and a bit sultry, and the weather, which is gloomy and threatening to rain. The silk and the drape of the fabric is smooth and sensual, but the silver stilettos gives it some edge 😉 🖤 🤍
Instead, I'll be staying in, wearing drawstring lounge pants and a cosy sweater. I will be sipping red wine, watching a movie, curled up next to my husband, on the sofa ♥️
4 more lockdown Saturday nights to go, and counting 😒
Silk blouse @tim_oconnor_design
Pants @annefontaine
Shoes @jimmychoo
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For me, each one of my bags has its own personality and they distinguish themselves from one another by shape, size, colour and function. I prefer bags that make a subtle statement, that enhance what I am wearing and fit in with my mood of the day. Sometimes I want them to pop and other times I want them to blend in. Most of my bags have been with me for years and a few are now in their 3rd decade 💞
One of the more recent additions to my collection is this Paco Rabanne bag that I purchased in 2019. Its favourite seasons are autumn and spring 🍂🍃
▫️ Cross body bag @pacorabanne @farfetch
▫️ Skirt @tim_oconnor_design
▫️ Sunglasses @balmain @perfectvisionoptical
▫️ Shirt @jacandjack
▫️ Sandals @jimmychoo
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