No doubt the following thoughts have gone through your mind at times when you've stood in front of the mirror: Am I dressing like my mother? Do I look like I'm wearing my daughter's clothes? Am I dressing age appropriately? Am I making the most of my looks?
First and foremost, style is about inner confidence. If you are 50 and dare to wear a mini, more power to you. (However, be prepared for heads to turn and eyebrows to raise if you don't get it right). A few day's ago I was in a bookstore and spotted a lady who looked like she was in her late 70s, and she looked absolutely amazing. I was so impressed by her that I had to say something, and so I went up to her and told her that I thought she looked fantastic and if only I saw more women dress with that level of style and poise. She was genuinely flattered and I think I made her day! I was dying to take a picture and post it here for you all to see but I didn't want to push my luck!
If you tend to err on the safe side but still like to be in the fashion game, there are plenty of interesting and chic options out there for you, no matter what your age. From "anything goes" in your 20s to toned-down hues and sculpted cuts in your 40s to luxe fabrics in your 70s, find out what's best for you and you'll always look and feel poised in your clothes.
What to consider when dressing for your age:
20s : There are no boundaries for twenty-somethings when it comes to fashion. It's about personal style and adding touches you can only get away with when you're that young! Whether this means playing with color, mixing & matching, or wearing high heels and high hemlines, this decade can pretty much get away with anything!
30s : More pulled together, serious looks are what your 30s are about, but don't be too serious. You can still have fun with fashion, the secret is to experiment with fashion-forward styles while maintaining a level of polish.
40s : Classic silhouettes and colors may start to dominate your wardrobe, but each piece should be full of personality. Think interesting embellishment, feminine volume, and bursts of rich color and pattern.
50s : Refined, tasteful clothes are the foundations of age-appropriate dressing. Tailoring and structure are key, as are clean lines and fuss-free pieces in a simple palette.
60s : Elegance is the idea, and so timeless, traditional pieces are the mainstays. Tweed suits, trousers, and coat-dresses dominate the closet. Contrasting hues - black, white, and red - are the most chic.
70s : Looking dignified and distinguished is of the utmost importance - and that means splurging on a little luxury. Fabrics should be of a high quality and tailoring should be precise. I know at least one 70-something lady who always looks a million dollars - and you know who you are!
First and foremost, style is about inner confidence. If you are 50 and dare to wear a mini, more power to you. (However, be prepared for heads to turn and eyebrows to raise if you don't get it right). A few day's ago I was in a bookstore and spotted a lady who looked like she was in her late 70s, and she looked absolutely amazing. I was so impressed by her that I had to say something, and so I went up to her and told her that I thought she looked fantastic and if only I saw more women dress with that level of style and poise. She was genuinely flattered and I think I made her day! I was dying to take a picture and post it here for you all to see but I didn't want to push my luck!
If you tend to err on the safe side but still like to be in the fashion game, there are plenty of interesting and chic options out there for you, no matter what your age. From "anything goes" in your 20s to toned-down hues and sculpted cuts in your 40s to luxe fabrics in your 70s, find out what's best for you and you'll always look and feel poised in your clothes.
What to consider when dressing for your age:
20s : There are no boundaries for twenty-somethings when it comes to fashion. It's about personal style and adding touches you can only get away with when you're that young! Whether this means playing with color, mixing & matching, or wearing high heels and high hemlines, this decade can pretty much get away with anything!
30s : More pulled together, serious looks are what your 30s are about, but don't be too serious. You can still have fun with fashion, the secret is to experiment with fashion-forward styles while maintaining a level of polish.
40s : Classic silhouettes and colors may start to dominate your wardrobe, but each piece should be full of personality. Think interesting embellishment, feminine volume, and bursts of rich color and pattern.
50s : Refined, tasteful clothes are the foundations of age-appropriate dressing. Tailoring and structure are key, as are clean lines and fuss-free pieces in a simple palette.
60s : Elegance is the idea, and so timeless, traditional pieces are the mainstays. Tweed suits, trousers, and coat-dresses dominate the closet. Contrasting hues - black, white, and red - are the most chic.
70s : Looking dignified and distinguished is of the utmost importance - and that means splurging on a little luxury. Fabrics should be of a high quality and tailoring should be precise. I know at least one 70-something lady who always looks a million dollars - and you know who you are!
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