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.
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One thing my years have taught me is that the relationship I have with myself, is THE most important relationship ♥️
The more respectful, honest and loving I am towards me, the better mother, wife, friend and woman I have become ♥️
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▪️Dress - Gianni Versace
▪️Opal Ring @opalminded
▪️Earrings @vouscreationsaustralia
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#59isfine #countdownto60
#positivewomen #ageless
#BeautyHasNoAge #BeautyOver50
#over50model #artinaging
#classicmodel #AgeIsJustANumber
#AgelessBeauty #BeautyIsAgeless
#agewithattitude #FunFifties
#WomenOver50 #Over50Women
#50PlusWomen #AgelessWomen
#Over50AndFabulous #50andfabulous
#artinaging #over50__style
#50NewStart #GoldenLadiesStyle
#TheMatureBeauty #ü50blogger
#fashionmodel #selflove
#loveyourself #awareness
For me a great bag lasts forever especially if it is a considerable investment. Whether it is a stroke of luck or genius, I have managed to keep most of mine. Bags that have been passing fancies, I don't regret. I have memories of enjoying them at the time but I'm not missing them.
So now, I have a lovely collection of bags that I have aged myself and are genuine vintage. They are at least 10yrs old, the Gucci in the photo is at least 20 and will be forever beautiful to me.
I do not save my bags for special occasions ... actually, nowadays, I don't save anything for a special occasion 😊
How about you ?
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▫️ Vintage Gucci bag @gucci
▫️ Dress @ullajohnson @riadaconcept
▫️ Sandals @jimmychoo
🕶️ @rayban
📷 iPhone 12 App Lens Buddy
☀️ Natural light
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#vintagegucci #ullajohnson
#agelessstyle #thefeminineview
#fashionblogger #fashionstyle
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#over40style #over50fashion
#modafeminina #goldenladiesstyle
#4050emais #fiftyplusfashion
#over50influencer #mystylemyway
#effortlesschic #effortlessstyle
#thematurebeauty #maturemode
#guccifashion #guccigirl
#fashionblogger #fashionarchive
#vintagefashion
Happy to be back home 😊
Over Christmas and the new year, my family and I managed to visit Adelaide and then Hobart, both were fabulous and I am grateful that we were able to escape Sydney for 2 weeks.
I didn't make it to Melbourne, it all became too hard with cancellations of flights, constant tests, and delays 😷😣, so I headed home.
But I'm the eternal optimist and the Chanel exhibition @ngvmelbourne is just too enticing, therefore my flights have been rebooked for February 😊
How are you coping with travelling, or not, at the moment?
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▫️Silk scarf @hermes
▫️Off white pants @tim_oconnor_design
▫️Crisp white top @kowtowclothing
▫️Gucci sunglasses @gucci @cosette.com.au
📷 Selfie iPhone 12 App Lens Buddy
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#NGVCHANEL
#over50andfabulous #agelessstyle
#chicover50 #over50beauty
#maturechicstyle #thematurebeauty
#theartofagingunapologetically
#Hermes #HermesSilk
#HermesFemme #thefeminineview
#agelessstyle #fashioninfluencer
#styleinfluencer #outfitoftheday
#over40style #over50fashion
#modafeminina #whiteshirtstyle
#4050emais #fiftyplusfashion
#over50influencer #mystylemyway
#effortlesschic #effortlessstyle
#kowtow #perfectwhiteshirt
Loving the Leather Mono Purse from @katyakomarovaofficial 🖤
And I love the edge and daring it gives to a sophisticated outfit when I wear the Major Chain Handle on its own.
But, when I want to add instant style to a jeans and shirt day, I add more silver hardware ... the Long Chain.
👉Swipe for more pics
The Leather Mono Purse is available in black leather and toffee leather, as well as both of the chains on katyakomarova.com
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▪️Leather Mono Purse from @katyakomarovaofficial
▪️Top & pants @heidimiddletonartclub
📷 @ekaterinashipovabell
📷 @murlitas
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#womanfashion #overfifty
#overfiftystyle #womanover50
#styleinfluencer #styleinspo
#outfitpost #outfitsideas
#elegance #elegantstyle
#ilovefashion #fashionlover
#50plusandfabulous #artinaging
#50newstart #over50andfabulous
#agingwell #aginggracefully
#womenempowerment
#agelessstyle #aginggracefully
#womensupportingwomen
#lifestylemodel #advancedstyle
#fashionmodel #fashionphotography
Wines that age well are often awkward for several years, maybe even a little rough around the edges. With time and care a wine can develop a smooth, full and unforgettable flavour.
I know a few people like that ...♥️ 🍷
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▪️ Wine Room @thetasmanhobart
▪️ White silk shirt @tim_oconnor_design
▪️ Black silk pants @maisonflaneur_official from @riadaconcept
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#TheTasman #DiscoverTasmania
#Tasmania #tassiestyle
#theluxurycollection #discovertasmania
#agepositive #proage
#agelessstyle #artinaging
#over50model #modelover50
#TheMatureBeauty #goldenladiesstyle
#stylehasnoage #agelessfashion
#agelesswoman #agelessstyle
#styleatanyage #goldenladiesstyle
#50plusandfabulous
Late night ... thank goodness I brought my dark glasses 😎
Just kidding 😃 It's mid afternoon and I've popped into @marymarybar @thetasmanhobart for a last look around at my favourite bar in Hobart💛 My whiskey 🥃 is a great Tasmanian drop from @larkdistillery
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😎 Tom Ford on loan from my husband
▪️ @tomford
📷 Thank you Levi 😘
▪️ @levi_littlewolf
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#MaryMary #MaryMaryatTheTasman
#TheTasman #DiscoverTasmania
#Tasmania #tassiestyle
#hobartbars #cocktails #whisky
#theluxurycollection #discovertasmania
#over50model #50plusandfabulous
#over50andfabulous #modelover50
#classicmodel #50andfabulous
#artinaging #over50__style
#50NewStart #TheMatureBeauty
#TOMFORD #TFGIFTS
A room with a fabulous view, in an understated and refined luxury hotel ...
@thetasmanhobart
Delicious Italian food with Tasmania's best produce prepared by ...
@chefmassimomele @peppinarestaurant
A bar that's truly world class ...
@marymarybar
In Hobart, Tasmania ... I couldn't ask for more!!
Look out for more posts and a blog on this unique property and all that it has to offer.
For the moment, I am staying, relaxing and enjoying every moment 😊😊
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#TheTasman #DiscoverTasmania
#theluxurycollection #discovertasmania
#peppina #peppinaatthetasman
#italianfood #tasmanianproduce
#MaryMary #MaryMaryatTheTasman
#over50model #50plusandfabulous
#over50andfabulous #modelover50
#classicmodel #50andfabulous
#artinaging #over50__style
#50NewStart #TheMatureBeauty
Last year, a friend suggested I name my year rather than make resolutions at which I wasn't very good at. So I gave it a genuine go and after considerable thought, I named 2021 'The Year of Productivity' and it certainly was that.
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Today, after a long walk and thought, I decided to name 2022 'The Year of Consolidation' - the process of becoming or being made stronger and more certain.
Stronger and meaningful relationships, stronger foundations for my years ahead and a stronger me.
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From my heart, I wish everyone a kind and generous 2022.
Claudia xx
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#bringon2022 #goodbye2021
#newyear2022 #newyearpost
#reinvention #innovation
#motivation#change
#reimagine #inspiration
#agepositive #proage
#agelessstyle
#happynewyear
#over50model #50plusandfabulous #over50andfabulous #modelover50 #classicmodel #50andfabulous
#artinaging #over50__style
#50NewStart #TheMatureBeauty
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