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In this piece, we move forward into the upcoming ten years of FashionBeans’ “Dressing Your Age” series, which aims to build a fashionable world for future generations. Dejection and despair are the typical reactions when a person’s fiftieth birthday approaches, however this is not the case for devoted FashionBeans readers! Continue reading to find out how to remove the dust, clear the cobwebs, and permanently relocate the spiders. A new way of clothing will keep you feeling and looking better than you ever imagined. The fundamental philosophy of this series is to keep you feeling and looking your best. It’s crucial to note that these articles can be approached with a pick-and-choose mentality. Have you just moved to that ideal beach hut in the sun from the busy metropolis and don’t want to see a tie ever again? Check out our tips on casual attire. Made it to the top of the organization? Check out our suit recommendations. Use the advice that best suits your comfort level and personal preferences. It will keep you feeling fantastic for years to come, I promise.
The 1950s
Many of the items from the previous year can look great, as is always the case with a man’s wardrobe. Keeping this in mind, read our post from the 1940s again; many of the same principles apply here as well. Knowing how to lift the style ante without being overly ostentatious or like the decomposing boy band from the previous year makes a big difference when you reach your 50s. Continue to consider subtlety over ostentation, style over fashion, and the question, “What would Jagger do?””.”
Lookbook for the Fifties
Mick Jagger would begin by drawing influence from the following lookbook. Using the previously described pick-and-choose method, he would likely suggest that even if the models in this room may be thirty years younger than you, individual pieces may be easily construed into a style for a fifty-year-old. Regards, Mick.
The Value of Health
Before we dive headfirst into Wardrobe Tips, I’d want to temper our excitement a bit with a comment made by James, a FashionBeans reader, on the most recent 40s piece:
“As a 54-year-old, I would advise those in their 40s to maintain their physical fitness. On a body with good proportions, clothing looks fantastic. It’s easy to gain weight over time, and what you wear won’t matter. Regardless of age, street style blogs and models all showcase trim physique.
I completely concur with James. Maintaining your fitness level will always make you feel better, look better, and be healthier. James gives this advise to those in their 40s, but I would counter that there is never a better moment than now, and that if given the right direction, 50 may be the ideal age to improve one’s health.
Tips for the Wardrobe
But I’m not an expert, and to be honest, you don’t expect me to tell you how much metal you should be pulling up and down. Now let’s move on to the crucial stuff: when you turn five, you should be thinking about your clothing. Before we begin, it should be noted that this article contains many high street store selections that aren’t typically associated with older men. Naturally, everyone hopes to be financially secure by the time they turn fifty, but in today’s world, this isn’t always the case. Men in their 50s can still shop on the high street; the secret is to avoid overt branding and focus on quality. Men your age can still be found at Topman, AllSaints, and similar stores; you simply need to be a little more thoughtful. Furthermore, you no longer need to enter a store with all those tiny whippersnappers thanks to the advancement of internet shopping! As an alternative, there are absolutely high street businesses that can provide modern apparel for the older male if you are having trouble understanding this idea or if you just want to stop wearing these “younger” brands. Consider Burton, Reiss, Next, M&S (wholly underappreciated), and others.
Roll up, roll up!
Nothing keeps everything appearing polished, age-appropriate, and modern like a rollneck. The rollneck is a piece that can be worn comfortably by both trend-following youngsters and those in their 50s, which is why they were so popular on the most recent autumn/winter runways. Because they come in such a wide variety of colors and textures, rollnecks may also be a terrific way to add color to an ensemble. While a larger, woolen rollneck will look great on its own for winter, a thin, colorful one might look great beneath a shirt. But watch out that the rollneck doesn’t give the impression that you have a rolled neck! The rollneck will look great on an athletic physique, but it fits best on a slim frame. Men with wider frames can wear them with ease, but make sure the neck is not too tight; choose for a chunky, looser knit instead of a thin, clingy merino. Just remember to try things out and see how they make you feel.
Jeans. There is no need for lengthy introductions today because everyone has worn a pair at some point in their lives, just as everyone has loved, outgrown, damaged, regretted, scuffed, and occasionally even gotten into a fight with a pair that doesn’t cooperate. I don’t know of any modern male who hasn’t owned a pair of jeans at some point in their lives, and I also don’t know of any human being who hasn’t encountered some sort of difficulty in attempting to locate jeans that fit them perfectly. As a Menswear Personal Stylist, I frequently deal with guys who have a range of persistent wardrobe problems, such as an inability to avoid purchasing EVERY item of clothing in some shade of navy blue or a persistent struggle to locate shirts with the right sleeve length. However, the most feared item on the list is unquestionably Jeans Shopping.
To be honest, I like to think of myself as a fairly open-minded person, especially when it comes to fashion. In my opinion, there should be no restrictions on fashion, we should be allowed to experiment with our own personal styles without fear of repercussions, and our age should not have a significant influence on our wardrobe choices. I actively advocate and fully support these guidelines for the most part. But when it comes to finding the ideal pair of jeans, these guidelines are pretty much null and useless for the average male, who also happens to be the man I work with 90% of the time.
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