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It seems appropriate to take stock of a few things when you reach your 50th birthday. If you want to make some adjustments, the Gransnet Talk Forums will cover everything from relationships to careers. But what about over-50 fashion? Even while you might have had a distinct sense of style when you were younger, other elements come into play as you mature. Clothes that were appropriate for you when you were thirty or forty may no longer fit you due to menopause and changes in body shape.
We’ve compiled some of the best style advice from our Gransnetters because we know they’re a stylish bunch. Prepare yourself for the most fashionable years of your life.
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Over-50s style: things to stay away from
- Avoid wearing skirts with no form.
For business or leisure, are you looking for a chic skirt for a woman in her fifties? Steer clear of anything bulky and ill-fitting and embrace sleek and shapely. As this GNer suggests, we’re channelling Kate Moss here, not Maggie Thatcher.
“Avoid tweed skirt suits teamed with lace-up brogues…and anything crimplene.”
foremost things foremost, be aware of the contour of your body. Try these knee-length pencil skirts or midaxi lengths from Marks & Spencer if you’re hourglass or pear-shaped. They’ll hug your curves in all the right places and, if your knees aren’t your fave part, will also cover them up.
Select A-line or high-waisted skirts that draw attention to your waist to achieve balance if your body is apple-shaped.
Getting ready for an evening out? Try a John Lewis pleated dress with a little sparkle. Do you suffer from bloating in your abdomen as a result of menopause? Think about wrap skirts and any stretchy fabric.
Finally, you have greater freedom to flaunt your legs in a miniskirt if you adore them! There are no limits when it comes to dressing for yourself; age is only a number.
One coworker pairs her miniskirts with opaque tights and flattish boots. It looks fantastic. Dee1012
Shoes and tops are essential for dressing up a skirt when you’re over fifty. A sleek knit or a traditional white t-shirt? Perfect. Nonetheless, to add definition and prevent the terrible “sack of spuds” appearance, always tuck your top into your waistline.
Skirts for special occasions will look better with a good mid-heeled shoe. We’re talking box-fresh trainers here, not sweaty sneakers, but trainers look great with your daytime skirts. Opaque tights appear more contemporary than flesh-colored stockings, and pop socks should never be used.
Style for ladies over fifty
Style for women in their 50s
For casual skirts that are nonetheless stylish, White Stuff is a fantastic option.
- Refuse to wear fleeces
Naturally, it all depends on your body shape, but do some designs make you look older than you actually are? ‘Yes’, Gransnetters says, is the answer. The offender? That go-to fleece jacket you wear for dirty hiking and gardening.
Listen, we are aware that a warm fleece jacket is ideal for taking dogs on walks, particularly during the winter. However, you may want to reconsider your wardrobe selections when that same fleece jacket begins to accompany you on lunches with friends and evenings out.
Gransnetter TeeTime states: “I have two microfleeces for golf, but once they wear out, I won’t be buying any more. I really don’t like fleeces anyway.” I still recall Susannah and Trinny commenting that a sheep was the only animal on whom a fleece looked beautiful.
In order to lessen the amount of harmful microfibers that are dumped into our waterways, some environmentally conscious GNers claim that they have abandoned fleece jackets. Getting a strong grasp on your fleece habit can only benefit the environment and your sense of style. For finer events, opt for a more structured “coatigan” or a cool, slouchy cardigan, ideally longline.
Choose coats in traditional shapes and neutral hues that go well with everything, paying attention to the fit and fitting. A coat with a longer, bum-covering length and a slightly nipped waist is a smart choice. Avoid hooded duffel coats if you want multipurpose, adult outerwear. You probably don’t want to look like a “child off to primary school” with all those peg buttons and the boxy design.
Check out Next’s assortment of fashionable coatigans.
Style for women in their 50s
Style for women in their 50s
- Cover up waistbands with elastic
Stretchy waistlines have a somewhat negative reputation, but let’s be honest—they’re comfortable and accommodate weight swings, so we don’t see why they should be prohibited.
Women of all ages are wearing athleisure performance apparel on a daily basis these days. An elasticated waistline is no longer a fashion faux pas, whether you’re attending lunch with pals or running errands.
However, we would advise against flaunting an elasticated waistband. According to one Gransnetter: “I think elasticated or half-elasticated waistbands are a boon for those of us with less-than-svelte figures – but they must not be visible!”
Tucking your top in and then pulling it out just enough to cover the band (in a nice, slouchy sort of way) is an easy technique to hide the waistline of your trousers. It also defines the waist. A longline tunic shirt that covers your thighs, bum, and waistband will look good with leggings.
Do you want to dress up your casual attire? Choose a pair of incredibly fashionable Boden harem joggers instead of boring old jogging bottoms. Next offers stretch waistband trousers that are appropriate for both work and the weekend if you’re seeking for workplace attire.
fashionable attire for a woman in her fifties
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