Fabulous Fashionistas

I have just looked at a Channel 4 programme called Fabulous Fashionistas.  It is about six women with an average age of 80.  None of them are trying to look young, they are stylish and fun and redefine the ageing process.  I found the programme to be energising and enjoyable.  Journalist Michele Hanson disagrees... she says that they are women who have always enjoyed being flamboyant and that other older people have a right to be dull because they have always been dull.  Nothing whatsoever to do with age. 

I enjoyed the Reith Lecture (1/4) called Democracy has Bad Taste which was broadcast yesterday....always agreeable to listen to Grayson Perry.  He spoke about quality in art and who decides it is good.  He spoke about the 'validation process' which includes fellow artists, agents, curators, serious critics, collectors, dealers and galleries.  It was engaging and enlightening - and irreverent.