Charlie a Go-Go, Tops and Tunics For Women over 40
Charlie a Go-Go for gorgeous ladies who have boobs, butts and tummies
“What woman hasn’t at some time in her life struggled to find clothes that fit and make her feel amazing? What lady hasn’t at some time experienced change-room-rage or a flood of tears when trying to shop for something – anything – to wear? Lisa Charles and Quita Leslie, the founders of the new clothing brand, Charlie a Go-Go sure have. As besties out shopping together, ‘West Coast girl’ Lisa and ‘Down Under chick’ Quita saw a real gap in the clothing market for ladies who, like them, have ‘lived life’ and had nothing to wear! This is the key element of the Charlie a Go-Go label. Recognizing that the clothing needs of ladies of a certain age, size and shape were largely being ignored by most mainstream designers and manufacturers, Lisa and Quita finally said, “enough” and set out to manufacture a range of groovy tops and tunics to suit gorgeous ladies who have boobs, butts and tummies.
Charlie a Go-Go Designers & Gorgeous Women over 45: Quita Leslie and Lisa Charles
Primarily designed for women over 40 who wear sizes 12 to 18, the label aims to help their customers feel funky, fabulous and cared for. “Quita and I are both on the other side of 45, and I’ve personally struggled with finding clothes to wear shopping, to the movies and out to lunch”, said Lisa. “At the end of the day, sometimes you have to just jump in and solve a problem yourself. I’m not sure how many clothing manufacturers have had the experience of going into a teary-rage because they couldn’t find clothes that fit, but I have. Incidentally, we don’t call ourselves “fashion designers”, said Lisa, “Quita and I are simply clothing manufacturers working hard to bring something to our ladies that makes them feel listened to and loved.”
Charlie a Go-Go –American Made in Downtown Los Angeles
Charlie a Go-Go’s line is ‘designed’ in Australia and is proudly made in Downtown Los Angeles from beautiful soft and wearable American-made fabric. In their search for factories to manufacture their line, Lisa and Quita, traveled to Indonesia and China, and even considered Fiji as a possible production base. Their year-long search for an ethical manufacturer lead them back to Lisa’s hometown, where quality and ‘heart’ came together. “We wanted our garments to be made somewhere that cares for it’s workers”, said Quita, “and we wanted to give our ladies quality garments that don’t fall apart after three washes.”
Tops and tunics shaped for bodies that have lived a life!
With a vibe reminiscent of the sixties and seventies, Charlie a Go-Go wants women to dump the frump and get their groove back. “Our customers are ladies who were a force to be reckoned with back in the day. They remember what quality clothing was like, they ‘invented’ cut off jeans, tie-dye and disco glam”, said Quita. “They were discovering their love of fashion at that time, and now they want it back in great clothes that are made in their size, and shaped for bodies that have lived life!”
The first release of tops and tunics comprises four gorgeous ‘trans-seasonal’ basics which come in three great workable colors, and four generous sizes. Lisa and Quita have used beautifully curvy American and Australian bodies to make their clothing patterns, not computer software without any heart… or flesh, or soul. They’ve spent a lot of time finessing the fit and finish of their tops so they suit just about all body shapes – it’s like their tops have been tailored just for you.
To celebrate their launch, Charlie a Go-Go is giving away two fabulous tops to one of our lovely US-based readers. They have a great ‘combo’ of the super-flattering “Carly” tummy tank and the versatile “Lola” cardigan to share with you. Seen here in the beautiful Orchid shade, they are also available in a sophisticated Charcoal and a fresh French Vanilla.
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Update: As of January 2018, this company appears to be no longer in business.
The Lola Cardigan in Charcoal. I could use a light cover up.
Thank you for entering the giveaway, Anne. Good luck to you and have a great Sunday. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I would love to have the Joni top for myself. I like the way it drapes and I would love to have it in black.
Good luck to you, Melissa! The tops come in charcoal, not black. Hope you’ll be happy with that if you win! Have a great Sunday. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
The Lola Cardigan in purple/lilac because I love a light covering & the color is one of my favorites!
Sounds like the perfect giveaway for you, Mindi! Good luck! 🙂 -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I love the Joni in Orchid, it looks really flattering and the color is beautiful!
Thank you, Kathy. It’s on sale while the giveaway is going on. You can find it over on Amazon by following this link: amzn.to/1TQdH0u
In the meantime, good luck and thank you for entering the giveaway! -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
mom would love this…The Rhoda Vest thANKS
Moms totally rock in the Rhoda, Kelly! You’re such a sweet daughter. 🙂 -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I’d get the grey Lola. It looks the most like something I’d wear.
Good luck, Denise. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I love the Rhoda Vest in gray. The length is awesome and is perfect for layered Fall looks.
Would love to see what looks you come up with, Miriam. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I love the Rhoda Vest and I want a charcoal one. For me! Don’t know how it would look on a short woman, but seeing as how I haven’t ever really been all that concerned over looks before, no point in starting now.
I hope that actually made sense.
Ha! It made perfect sense, Elle. I don’t know how ‘short’ you are, but the model is about 5’5″. But, really, who cares when you’re over forty? We do our own thing, right? 😉 Good luck! -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I like this The Rhoda Vest
they look nice and i like the color
Thank you for commenting, Rochelle. Have a great weekend! -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I like the Lola cardigan because of the skinny arm sleeves.
You just made my night, Rebecca! We love our ‘skinny sleeves’. They elongate and slim the arms while being comfortable and funky. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
The lola cardigan because fall has arrived in MI and this looks perfect to keep warm!:)
Oh, I bet your autumns are gorgeous, Amanda! Good luck and thank you for entering the giveaway! -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I like the Joni tunic in orchid because it looks versatile with day & night outfits.
That was our intention, KV! Clothes in your wardrobe should ‘do’ double duty, in our opinion. Thank you for commenting and have a wonderful fall. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I really like the lola cardigan in lavender (purple being my fav color) it would be great with the winter approaching
Best of luck, Lori! Thank you for commenting. So many pink and purple ladies out there. Love it. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I like the The Rhoda Vest in charcoal. Really hate my muffin top and this would be a nice addition to my wardrobe.
Hi Jennifer! I’m a muffin, too! Haha! Good to meet you… Good luck in the giveaway. If I can be of any help to you, muffin-to-muffin, please email us at charlie [at] charlieagogo [dot] com. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I’m 28 but I would still wear these! I have a bit of a tummy and these seem to flatter that body type.
I like the Joni Tunic, in charcoal.
Hi Liz! Great to hear from you. How cool that a ‘young chick’ would wear our tops. We all have tummies, right? 😉
Good luck! -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I love both the Carly Tummy Tank and the Joni Tunic in Orchid. I would love to see these in a rich purple color. Ever since I joined the Red Hat ladies I wear more purple. I think I would be able to wearing the tank out in public especially with the cardigan. I like the tunic because it covers the upper arms and looks beautiful.
Oh wow, Jan… love the Red Hat ladies! Will have to work on the perfect purple for future collections.
The longer short sleeves was on purpose. I don’t like showing my upper arms and we found that there were many other ladies who felt the same way.
Thank you for commenting and best of luck to you in the draw! -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I absolutely love The Lola Cardigan. The color dark gray is a Beautiful gray! I love it because, it’s a fall style fashion.
We absolutely love your comment, Jody! 😀
Good luck! -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I would like the Joni top in charcoal. These pieces are absolutely beautiful!
Your comment is so lovely, Shelia. Thank you for making my night. Good luck in the giveaway. -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I really like the joni tunic
Thank you for your comment, Susan. 🙂 -Lisa from “Team Charlie”
I like the Joni Tunic in charcoal because the sleeves only cover the upper arms,and it hides the tummy which is something i need.
We love our longer than average short sleeves, Shakeia. Thank you for taking the time to comment. Have a great weekend. 🙂 -Lisa from “Team Charlie”