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Gray is the New Blonde – The Movie

by Adelina | Jan 4, 2021 | 0 comments

My Interview with Director/Producer Victoria Marie

For my very first Silver Spotlight Interview, I’m featuring Victoria Marie’s groundbreaking documentary Gray Is the New Blond a film that is truly changing the narrative around gray hair and aging.

There is no doubt a gray hair revolution afoot, and in this film, Victoria tackles the age-old perceptions around gray hair and why she chose to be dye free and natural in the eternally youthful entertainment industry right in the heart of Hollywood.

I was going to be in California last January when the movie premiered, so I decided to attend, and boy was I in for a treat! Gorgeous and glamorous silver women (and men) graced the theatre in full regalia. It was my first Red Carpet experience, and I was fully present, taking it all in.

Just one year into my gray hair journey, I got a glimpse of what was to come while observing women fully transitioned to silver hair in all of their splendor-proud, vibrant, and amazing.

If I had any doubts before, I knew then that I had made the right decision, and I would never dye my hair again. I saw all of the Silver Sister Stars that I had been following on Instagram who were in the movie like the lovely @rosas4k @vickieheath and @anna.the.gray to name a few.

This documentary is like no other, exploring gray hair perceptions in media, in beauty, and in every day life experiences. It explores some of the historical perspectives in advertising and contrasts it with how far we have come. It is long overdue, and it showcases gray hair as a beautiful thing to be coveted and shown off instead of hiding it in shame. A new breed of unapologetically fabulous gray-haired ladies is coming out from the shadows and are boldly strutting their stuff, just like the unforgettable intro to the film.

There is much more work to be done, but in this excellent film, Victoria breaks the ice and busts the door wide open for the Silver Spotlight to shine brightly through!

Check out my Interview with her here:

Download the film here:

https://www.grayisthenewblonde.com/streaming

Follow her on Instagram:

@grayisthenewblonde

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It looks like doing whatever the heck you want!!
Animal prints are all the rage…AGAIN. Truth is, any fashionista knows it’s always on trend!

Animal print sheer blouse and scarf from @tjmaxx

Who wore it better??😂

PS- Old folks have more fun!!!

#fallfashion
#animalprint
#leopardprint
#grayhairdontcare
#styleinspo
#over60
#flyageless
#maturecouple
#interracialcouples
#explorepage
#over60andfabulous

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It looks like doing whatever the heck you want!!
Animal prints are all the rage…AGAIN. Truth is, any fashionista knows it’s always on trend!

Animal print sheer blouse and scarf from @tjmaxx

Who wore it better??😂

PS- Old folks have more fun!!!

#fallfashion
#animalprint
#leopardprint
#grayhairdontcare
#styleinspo
#over60
#flyageless
#maturecouple
#interracialcouples
#explorepage
#over60andfabulous

From the mouths of babes…
My Cheerleader, my Gray Hair Advocate, My biggest inspiration in
life @dad_hat718. When I lose my social media Mojo-who you gonna call?
This video is from a few months ago when family was visiting.
He helped me redefine my Why.
I wish everyone was so blesse , and please share with other Fly mature social media folks to remind them why they do this.
#grayhairdontcare
#sundayinspiration
#Mothersandsons
#boymom
#yourwhy
#brooklynnatives
#family

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From the mouths of babes…
My Cheerleader, my Gray Hair Advocate, My biggest inspiration in
life @dad_hat718. When I lose my social media Mojo-who you gonna call?
This video is from a few months ago when family was visiting.
He helped me redefine my Why.
I wish everyone was so blesse , and please share with other Fly mature social media folks to remind them why they do this.
#grayhairdontcare
#sundayinspiration
#Mothersandsons
#boymom
#yourwhy
#brooklynnatives
#family

I just got tired of putting eyeliner on every single day again because the permanent liner that I had done a few years ago was starting to fade. So it was time to refresh them, and I have been searching for a while and didn’t feel like driving two hours down to the Phoenix area, or wait until I went back to NYC, so I found Natural Beauty By Kelly who does permanent make up in the area. Now it’s just a half hour drive instead.
Now I can truly say, “I woke up like this!!!”
@natural_beauty_by_kelly_

How do you feel about permanent makeup?

#eyeliner #permanentliner #arizonamakeupartist #permanentmakeup #beautyatanyage #sexyat60 #maturewoman #grayhair #permanentmakeup #explorepage

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I just got tired of putting eyeliner on every single day again because the permanent liner that I had done a few years ago was starting to fade. So it was time to refresh them, and I have been searching for a while and didn’t feel like driving two hours down to the Phoenix area, or wait until I went back to NYC, so I found Natural Beauty By Kelly who does permanent make up in the area. Now it’s just a half hour drive instead.
Now I can truly say, “I woke up like this!!!”
@natural_beauty_by_kelly_

How do you feel about permanent makeup?

#eyeliner #permanentliner #arizonamakeupartist #permanentmakeup #beautyatanyage #sexyat60 #maturewoman #grayhair #permanentmakeup #explorepage

Episode 1: Feeling Dusty

Thanks for your response to my last gray hair post. I see many of you are on a gray hair journey too, so this is my story from having a thick luxurious head of hair, ( see slide 2 video) to the damaged, dyed and bleached hair that led me to ditching the dye after 30 years. I knew it was time when even the mirror sighed — my hair was tired, and so was I. My son @dad_hat718 kept saying, “Mom, embrace your inner Storm.” Took me a few years to realize… he was right.

Whenever new grays showed, I felt like I looked dusty. Sometimes dusty is just divine waiting to shine. This is the beginning of the end of dyeing my hair. My big decision was made in late 2018.

Don’t forget to share with others on the journey.

To be continued…

#grayhairjourney #tbt#grayhairtransition#SilverSisters #ProAging #FlyGrannyBK #SilverAndStrong#throwbackthursday

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Episode 1: Feeling Dusty

Thanks for your response to my last gray hair post. I see many of you are on a gray hair journey too, so this is my story from having a thick luxurious head of hair, ( see slide 2 video) to the damaged, dyed and bleached hair that led me to ditching the dye after 30 years. I knew it was time when even the mirror sighed — my hair was tired, and so was I. My son @dad_hat718 kept saying, “Mom, embrace your inner Storm.” Took me a few years to realize… he was right.

Whenever new grays showed, I felt like I looked dusty. Sometimes dusty is just divine waiting to shine. This is the beginning of the end of dyeing my hair. My big decision was made in late 2018.

Don’t forget to share with others on the journey.

To be continued…

#grayhairjourney #tbt#grayhairtransition#SilverSisters #ProAging #FlyGrannyBK #SilverAndStrong#throwbackthursday

Now this is how you step up your sneaker game. 👠👟
These Sneex high-heeled kicks? Baby, they go with everything. @sneex
From brunch fits to date-night looks—I’ve been styling them every which way, and they never miss.
Finally, a heel that treats your feet right.
Comment “Shoes” below Or
Click the link in my bio to Shop My links and where to snag a pair!

#Sneex
#styleover60
#over60andfabulous
#aginglikefinewine
#fallfashionideas

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Now this is how you step up your sneaker game. 👠👟
These Sneex high-heeled kicks? Baby, they go with everything. @sneex
From brunch fits to date-night looks—I’ve been styling them every which way, and they never miss.
Finally, a heel that treats your feet right.
Comment “Shoes” below Or
Click the link in my bio to Shop My links and where to snag a pair!

#Sneex
#styleover60
#over60andfabulous
#aginglikefinewine
#fallfashionideas

Some fall inspo…
Haven’t done one of these in a while, but thanks to @vinniecedufresne I was inspired to get back to it now that the weather is changing. We still get some spotty warm weather here in AZ so layering is key.
This is actually a haul from my own closet with a few new pieces and updating with a few new accessories.
You can find them in my Amazon Shop.
Which look is your favorite? Let me know.
Text the word FALL below and I’ll send you a direct link to my shop.

#styleover60
#over60and fabulous
#olderandbolder
#fallstyleinspo
#fallfashion

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Some fall inspo…
Haven’t done one of these in a while, but thanks to @vinniecedufresne I was inspired to get back to it now that the weather is changing. We still get some spotty warm weather here in AZ so layering is key.
This is actually a haul from my own closet with a few new pieces and updating with a few new accessories.
You can find them in my Amazon Shop.
Which look is your favorite? Let me know.
Text the word FALL below and I’ll send you a direct link to my shop.

#styleover60
#over60and fabulous
#olderandbolder
#fallstyleinspo
#fallfashion

Curly in the summer, straight in the winter…I like change and the versatility of switching back and forth. So I’ll be going back to straight for the cooler weather in a few days. I’ll see how it goes and how long it lasts when I go to the gym,but for now I’m welcoming the change🍁🍁Plus it’s hard to wear hats with this puffy hair!!😂

Do you switch it up with the changing of the seasons?
#grayhairdontcare
#silverfox
#over60
#grayhairstyles
#silverhair

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Curly in the summer, straight in the winter…I like change and the versatility of switching back and forth. So I’ll be going back to straight for the cooler weather in a few days. I’ll see how it goes and how long it lasts when I go to the gym,but for now I’m welcoming the change🍁🍁Plus it’s hard to wear hats with this puffy hair!!😂

Do you switch it up with the changing of the seasons?
#grayhairdontcare
#silverfox
#over60
#grayhairstyles
#silverhair

Last year around this time…
Sedona never gets old — those red rocks hit different every single time! 🌄 Last year’s Pink Jeep adventure was all thrills, dust, and wind-blown gray hair giving main character energy. If you know, you know… Sedona just does something to your soul.

#SedonaVibes #PinkJeepTours #GrayHairDontCare #FlyGrannyAdventures #SilverSisterOnTheMove #RedRockMagic #TravelOver50 #AgelessAdventures

Have you experienced Sedona?

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Last year around this time…
Sedona never gets old — those red rocks hit different every single time! 🌄 Last year’s Pink Jeep adventure was all thrills, dust, and wind-blown gray hair giving main character energy. If you know, you know… Sedona just does something to your soul.

#SedonaVibes #PinkJeepTours #GrayHairDontCare #FlyGrannyAdventures #SilverSisterOnTheMove #RedRockMagic #TravelOver50 #AgelessAdventures

Have you experienced Sedona?

Reintroducing y’all to my gray hair transition.
If you’ve been here a while, you know this journey started way back in late 2018 — when those first few silvers peeked through and I decided to let them shine. ✨

From the early days of my gray hair transition (nervous but determined) … to my son @dad_hat718 being my loudest cheerleader and fiercest advocate … to sweet moments with my granddaughter who only knows me as her fly Sylver granny 💅🏽 — it’s been a ride full of growth, grace, and a whole lot of sparkle.

I didn’t just grow out my gray — I grew into me. Every stage taught me something about beauty, self-acceptance, and the freedom that comes when you stop chasing “youth” and start embracing your power.

If you’re new here, welcome to my little corner of confidence, style, and aging out loud. 💫 I share my journey not to say “look at me” but to remind you — it’s never too late to become your most authentic self.
#SilverSisters #GrayHairJourney #tbt#thenandnowpics

Would you ever let your natural gray grow in?

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Reintroducing y’all to my gray hair transition.
If you’ve been here a while, you know this journey started way back in late 2018 — when those first few silvers peeked through and I decided to let them shine. ✨

From the early days of my gray hair transition (nervous but determined) … to my son @dad_hat718 being my loudest cheerleader and fiercest advocate … to sweet moments with my granddaughter who only knows me as her fly Sylver granny 💅🏽 — it’s been a ride full of growth, grace, and a whole lot of sparkle.

I didn’t just grow out my gray — I grew into me. Every stage taught me something about beauty, self-acceptance, and the freedom that comes when you stop chasing “youth” and start embracing your power.

If you’re new here, welcome to my little corner of confidence, style, and aging out loud. 💫 I share my journey not to say “look at me” but to remind you — it’s never too late to become your most authentic self.
#SilverSisters #GrayHairJourney #tbt#thenandnowpics

Would you ever let your natural gray grow in?

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