#UncommonInfluence
"Tied together by our love of fashion and our desire to make a difference, we are influencers who believe in the power of clothing and its ability to transform the way a woman sees herself. We love sharing our looks on social media, and now we are sharing some of our personal pieces with you! You can shop our closets at Uncommon Closet and know that every purchase goes directly back to Uncommon Threads to support and empower women. It’s truly shopping for good!"
Dina Aronson
Dina is the founder of Patina, a lifestyle blog that covers fashion and style as well as a wide array of topics and issues that impact women moving into midlife and beyond.
Dina is thrilled to be a part of #UncommonInfluence, because she believes so deeply in the transformative power of fashion. “Working with Uncommon Threads is the perfect way to blend my love of fashion and styling with my passion for helping to uplift and empower women in need.”
Lisa Cooper
@evolvingover50
Evolving50 is about sharing tips for the ageless woman. Lisa enjoys creatively sharing information about skincare, makeup, lifestyle, wellness, and fashion so that any woman can feel her best.
“It’s about sharing, trying new things, and community. I want all women to feel capable, confident, and be the best that they can be”.
Elan Bongiorno
Celebrity makeup artist and beauty expert Elan Bongiorno is a standout in the beauty industry. Her clients include Eva Longoria, Roselyn Sanchez, Victoria Beckham, and Kerry Washington. Elan believes in the power of makeup to not only transform one’s features but also one's confidence and attitude.
She is not only passionate about her professional work, but also equally devoted to giving back by volunteering her expertise to help women in need feel confident and gorgeous inside and out!
Stacie Hamilton
Stacie is a mom and grandma whose style is casual. She loves pairing jeans with a trendy top most days and loves a girly feminine dress too!
She has always been into health (a retired occupational therapist) and self-care, which led her to sharing her beauty and lifestyle tips on her blog and Instagram.
Susan Kanoff
Susan founded Uncommon Threads, a nationally-featured nonprofit that empowers low-income women, out of her unique mix of experience and skills as a social worker, wardrobe stylist and style blogger. She has been featured in Boston and national press and is a strong voice encouraging women to own their power at every age.
Susan’s style is “chameleon” as it changes daily depending on her mood. Her motto is “kindness makes the world go round."
Jamie Lewinger
Fashion and lifestyle influencer, brand ambassador and international
traveler (44 countries and counting!), Jamie loves ALL forms of fashion and is always willing to try something new.
As a previous menswear buyer, vice president of an insurance brokerage and
jewelry designer, Jamie has first-hand knowledge of the power of
clothing and how it can transform your demeanor, attitude & confidence.
Shannon Mann
Shannon is the face and founder of Oysters to Pearls, a lifestyle blog with a focus on all things midlife: fashion, skincare and fun!!
Her love of fashion started at the young age of 12 when she worked in her family’s clothing store.
During her 30-year career as a court stenographer, she has encountered women from all walks of life and understands firsthand how clothing can impact someone’s confidence and success.
Lisa Tamagini
As a singer and voice teacher, Lisa is a story-teller by trade. She has always been fascinated by the tale that clothing tells about who we are, how we live and what we value. “I believe that style is a language of its own and that every woman deserves to write her own story that reflects her unique personal style.”
Lisa loves neutrals, modern and sleek shapes, and comfort is key. Effortless dressing formulas include pops of print and an occasional bright color!
Isabella Thorp
Isabella believes that confidence is the secret to looking great and that fashion is a powerful tool of influence. “How we define ourselves can be reflected by the outfit we put on. It’s also transformative when we consciously choose an outfit to project an image of ourselves to others."
Isabella loves fashion and enjoys being a fashion and lifestyle content creator. She likes to wear striking clothes and accessories that make a statement whether it be classic, creative, edgy, feminine, sexy or chic.
Nipa
As a teenager, Nipa started designing clothes with the dream of becoming a fashion designer. She graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology, and worked in New York City and Toronto.
After some time off to start a family, Nipa returned to her first passion and started the blog Fashionipa. Her goal is to help her followers build a closet of high-quality clothing and accessories that mix, match and can be cherished for years. “Fashion is an art. With a little time and practice, you can develop a personal style that brings you joy, boosts your confidence, and inspires others.”
Gwen Gottlieb
A lifestyle blogger, Gwen's Gwen Lives Well blog focuses on anything and everything attractive and important to savvy women of all ages, from fashion, wellness, food, travel, and more. Gwen’s all about ageless attitude mixed in with a little sass. Positive vibes only, please!
Lisa King
Lisa King is a pharmacist of over 30 plus years. She loves empowering women to feel their confident best through a healthy lifestyle.
She truly believes you can achieve your goals and dreams one step and one day at a time. She also loves supporting other women and is honored to be a part of #UncommonInfluence. When she isn’t sharing about health and wellness on her blog, she loves spending time with her family!
Theresa Pondok
Theresa is from the NY metro area and loves to share her ageless style and healthy lifestyle to others in the hopes of inspiring them. Her fashion style is always evolving and trying new things is what makes it fun!
Theresa is happy to be a part of #UncommonInfluence to support Uncommon Threads, as she truly believes that fashion can boost self image.
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Lisa Breckenridge
After decades as a newscaster, Lisa founded a new lifestyle business––Happily Lisa!
She brings all things ‘lifestyle’ into your home. From workout and beauty tips, to fashion and inspiration…not to mention her family’s favorite meals and latest restaurants. There you will find the perfect balance of glitz, glamour and grunge. Plus, you'll explore cool travel spots together.
Elisa Ellis
Elisa Ellis is a wardrobe stylist, speaker, best selling author, and online course creator.
Elisa isn’t interested in trends – she is incredibly passionate about helping her clients look and feel their very best and works with them to go from frustrated to fabulous by replacing outdated outfits with timeless pieces that can be easily coordinated to wear for any occasion.
She believes personal styling is more than a wardrobe haul, it’s a total transformation that introduces you to your inner awesomeness. The person that’s confident, effortlessly stylish, and takes more risks for their dreams.
Rosemary Viramontes
Rosemary enjoys helping others see their full potential through encouragement, self-discovery, and self-empowerment. Her careers have included career counseling, life coaching, economic/workforce development, and makeup artist/ esthetician. She enjoys being a grandmother of 9, traveling, continuous self-development, writing poetry, and wine tasting.
Rosemary believes that helping women feel good about themselves includes the aging journey. "Aging can be beautiful as well as fun!" She loves supporting Uncommon Threads and is working on developing a chapter in California in the community where she grew up.
Candy Costas
Candy Costas embraces each day with style, confidence, and positivity! As a registered nurse and co-owner of a private nursing company, she travels for business on a regular basis. She is recognized for her standout style, her commitment to fitness, and her joie de vivre.
Dressing well has been a passion and conviction of Candy’s since she was old enough to hold a Barbie doll. She likes a variety of styles, from classic to sexy/ edgy, and believes that "when the sun goes down, the heels go up". At the age of 65, Candy truly lives her Instagram mantra: Work hard. Play hard. Enjoy every day.
Lauren Dimet Waters
As co-founder of a leading fashion and beauty destination for women who are confident in their own skin, Lauren has been the editor-in-chief of "Fountain of 30" since its inception in 2005.
Designed for women who are over 50 but feel 30, Fountain of 30 and its accompanying “Beauty is a Bitch” podcast and “Growing Younger” Facebook group, aim to help women of discerning tastes look and feel 30 for as long as they can.
"I want to inspire women to control the aspects of aging that are within our control. It’s time for us to change the narrative around aging. We are NOT the Golden Girls."
Gretchen Zelek
Gretchen is a Certified Group Fitness Instructor and Functional Aging Specialist who lives in Santa Monica CA and East Dennis MA. Her goal is to help women live, laugh and learn as they rediscover their fitness, health and lifestyle goals. Her articles have been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Oxygen, AARP, Ageist and Livestrong and she has presented at many fitness conventions about the proper tools to train and coach people over 50.
Gretchen believes service to others is integral to healthy aging and beneficial for your body, mind and soul.
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Deborah Sorlie
Deborah Sorlie is a personal stylist who is passionate about helping women in midlife look their best. With her background as a Nordstrom fashion show coordinator, personal shopper, and special events coordinator, she has gained extensive experience in the fashion industry. Her degree in Art Education has also enhanced her style abilities as she learned about colors, textures, and other artistic elements.
With over 30 years of experience as a fashion advisor, Sorlie believes that a style consult should be insightful, progressive, and fun. She offers virtual wardrobe assistance, keeping her clients updated on the latest trends and showing them how to wear them.
Janet Gunn
Janet is a Texas born and raised lifestyle blogger located in Los Angeles. She was a former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, flight attendant, Hollywood actor, jewelry designer, wife, mom, and now an influencer! She is passionate about encouraging women to feel alive, inspired, and empowered at any age.
Janet lives in Los Angeles with her husband, son, and fur baby Buster.
Kim Cook
Kim encourages women to embrace midlife and to live fully. Her blog and Instagram page focuses on women's health, wellness, style and beauty.
Megan Saustad
Megan Saustad is the founder of TRULY MEGAN, a lifestyle, fashion and beauty blog.
After spending 20+ years as a personal stylist, Megan shifted her focus to full-time content creation. She has built an online community based on authentic living, and honest reviews. Her goal is to help midlife women look and feel their best from the inside, out.
Megan describes her style as elegant with an edge and loves to wear classic, feminine, sophisticated styles, with a new trend. She lives in Dallas with her husband and two beautiful Persian cats.
Candace Cima
Candace is a 77-year old business woman, artist, wife, mom, grandmother and fashion & lifestyle influencer dedicated to changing the dialogue regarding aging through her blog and social media platforms.
As the Founder and President of the non-profit charity, Small Comforts Foundation, she understands the importance and difficulties associated with running a non-profit organization.
“Aging is changing and older women are a culmination of years of discovery and learning that allows them to be the best versions of themselves while lifting up other women at the same time.”
Robin LaMonte
Robin LaMonte believes in following your passion and has been blessed with careers that have fulfilled her dreams. She has been a flight attendant and interior designer and is now a lifestyle blogger and influencer who founded the annual "Influencers of Midlife Summit", a 3 three-day conference for midlife influencers and bloggers to meet and share best practices and insights on how to become successful on their social media platforms.
She believes women should live their best lives now and that all women are better together.
Jo Placencio
Jo Placencio is deeply passionate about empowering women at every stage of life, with a special focus on the vibrant spirit of midlife and beyond.
Her journey has been a colorful tapestry of experiences—from pharmaceutical research to holistic health, and even going back to school for esthetics and makeup because she believes you’re never too old to chase your dreams!
She blends professional know-how with her own life stories to inspire her followers to embrace a life of elegance, wellness, and bold self-expression. She has shared her message far and wide, including People Magazine and the Huffington Post.
Renae Raos
Renae is a 53-year-old mother of two young boys. She is currently balancing a full-time career in the finance industry and her rapidly growing presence as a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle creator. After being asked countless times for her beauty tricks and secrets to stay looking so young, she embraced social media as an opportunity to reach more women in the same age group.
She is inspired by like-minded female icons, such as Demi Moore, Jane Seymour, Brooke Burke and Jennifer Lopez, who are also helping to reshape the public perception of older women. Through the process of sharing everything from budget-friendly wardrobe options to real-life mommy moments, and favorite fitness tips, she hopes to empower an entire community of women to feel confident and comfortable in their skin, no matter their age.
Ann Fantini
Ann is your travel-obsessed midlife friend with a passion for style, beauty and giving back! With a background in social services, retail fashion and as a longtime Uncommon Threads boutique volunteer, she has experienced first-hand the transformative power of clothing, style and self-confidence.
When she’s not traveling the world, Ann is planning her next adventure, sharing inspiring content on Instagram, spending time with her beautiful family and helping to empower the disadvantaged in her community.
Ann believes every woman deserves respect, opportunity and to feel beautiful!
Kathryn Delfs
Kathryn has been a dentist for over 30 years. @lildr.d on Instagram was created through the encouragement of her friends and family to showcase her fashion and lifestyle “in real life”, out of her scrubs and lab coat. In her profession, she has seen the power of transformation when someone feels good about how they look. Self-empowerment and confidence build the foundation of success in life. She utilizes her Instagram page to help people to feel good about themselves through their style.