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AGE APPROPRIATE?

Shanus — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:41:55 GMT

Will someone explain to me how they define AGE APPROPRIATE? At 68, I've worked out & maintained a size 4. No, I would NEVER wear a cropped top, shorts, bikini, tight clothing, tees w/ pics of rock bands, over the knee boots, high platform shoes, high heels or leggings. That said, if I enjoy jeans w/ a few "distressed" areas, slim leg jeans, clothes from BR, J Crew and Gap, is there a big "X" at the door for me? When I've looked through fashion magazines or seen ads in other places, the models are 16-20 yrs. old!! There are no fashionable role models my age to take hints from. On PINTEREST, I typed in "OVER 60 STYLE". Most of the women had grey hair, loose knit pants and long tunic tops. I'm not ready to go that route yet! Any suggestions?

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QVCkitty1 — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:45:17 GMT

I think most of us just know. All of of a sudden certain things just don't feel right. However , I' a great believer in using a mirror and if the "rules " Don't apply to you ,do as you please.

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willdob3 — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:45:36 GMT

There really is no such thing. Wear what you like. We don't all like the same things.

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Newgate — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:47:25 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
Will someone explain to me how they define AGE APPROPRIATE? At 68, I've worked out & maintained a size 4. No, I would NEVER wear a cropped top, shorts, bikini, tight clothing, tees w/ pics of rock bands, over the knee boots, high platform shoes, high heels or leggings. That said, if I enjoy jeans w/ a few "distressed" areas, slim leg jeans, clothes from BR, J Crew and Gap, is there a big "X" at the door for me? When I've looked through fashion magazines or seen ads in other places, the models are 16-20 yrs. old!! There are no fashionable role models my age to take hints from. On PINTEREST, I typed in "OVER 60 STYLE". Most of the women had grey hair, loose knit pants and long tunic tops. I'm not ready to go that route yet! Any suggestions?

@Shanus I'm with you!! I wear all that you said also and I am 3 years older than you!! Lets just keep doing what we do and enjoy it!!

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Mz iMac — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:51:23 GMT

"over the knee boots"

I have a pair

"or leggings."

I wear them as well as my 92 yr old mother.

"Age is just a number."

FWIW, I'm 66. The same age as Helen Merrin when this photo was taken...

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freakygirl — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:51:43 GMT

if you can rock your chosen fashion style, look decent, and don't look trying too hard, then stick with that. i've seen many women our age who dress the same way as you, and they look comfortable in their own skin. definitely not like someone who's trying to look younger. i've seen a much older woman who was very slim, wear a masculine attire - a man's suit paired with mannish loafers, and she looked really fashionable. i couldn't help staring!

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qualitygal — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:54:08 GMT

@Shanus, Just read it as "choice appropriate", at our age, that's the name of that tune!

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Andreatoo — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:56:01 GMT

@Shanus

Wear what makes YOU feel good; not what others deem 'appropriate'!

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SilleeMee — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:01:22 GMT

I don't care what people think of me. I wear whatever I want. The only times I will ever "conform" is when there is an occasion when attire has been appointed for a special event. Other than this, I wear what is comfortable and what I like.

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TY — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:03:37 GMT

How about actress Jaclyn Smith as someone who always dresses nicely? She has a public facebook page. I don't buy her clothing line from K-Mart since her clothes are not sold in Canada but she always looks nice in their ads. If she's on the cover of a magazine, I'll buy it.

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SaRina — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:13:30 GMT

I don't know what the OP is complaining about -- it's a blessing that you take care of yourself and look good. That's all that should matter. :-)

Obviously, the majority of women over 60 do not take care of themselves as you do and so it is logical that you will see the fashions you described when you google "over 60".

As far as this picture of HM.... I think she looks good in the bikini for her age. However, if she wanted to look great, IMO she should wear a one piece bathing suit with a lot more support up top. My philosophy is...it's all about wearing what flatters you most, not necessarily wearing something "because you can".

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Gram W — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:14:03 GMT

@Shanus. It sounds like you would look good in the styles you wear. I am 72 and wear a XL. I wear jeans and a few are slim legs. I am past needing my hair colored and i can see that my roots are mostly white. I am seriously thinking of going natural. My stylist and the others working at the salon have been telling me for the past year not to color as my natural hair is beautiful. Right now the white blends well with the blonde. I may be plus size but I refuse to look frumpy. My scoliosis causes me to have a booty so I have always worn jackets, etc that do not fall right on top of it. I do wear longer tops that come midway across my bottom. I try to keep my body proportions in mind. Dusters, long tunics,etc make my legs appear short and my torso long. I still get compliments and strangers misjudge my age. I am a great grandmother and proud of it but I am still want to look "sexy" for my age. It sounds like you are a very young 68 and know what looks good on you. If you look in the mirror and like what you see go out and enjoy your life. "Life happens" as many older seniors have said. Don't waste time waiting to join the others in their rocking chairs. Enjoy your life and stylish self and make more beautiful memories to last you a lifetime. Elle and Marie Claire have both previously had stories of stars over 60. They also included a ull page pictures of outfits for 30, 40, 50, 60 with suggestions and encouragement to stay current and comfortable in your age bracket. It sounds like you are doing a great job.

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itsmagic — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:25:36 GMT

@Gram W I just spoke to my hairdresser yesterday about giving up coloring my hair. I wear my hair layered and short so she thought it shouldn't take too long. So I'm going to give it a try. I stopped at Sally's Beauty to pick up a bottle of a toner rinse (washes out in one shampoo) to help during the awkward growout stage. I'm hoping I like it because I'm tired of coloring my hair.

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makena — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:27:46 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
Will someone explain to me how they define AGE APPROPRIATE? At 68, I've worked out & maintained a size 4. No, I would NEVER wear a cropped top, shorts, bikini, tight clothing, tees w/ pics of rock bands, over the knee boots, high platform shoes, high heels or leggings. That said, if I enjoy jeans w/ a few "distressed" areas, slim leg jeans, clothes from BR, J Crew and Gap, is there a big "X" at the door for me? When I've looked through fashion magazines or seen ads in other places, the models are 16-20 yrs. old!! There are no fashionable role models my age to take hints from. On PINTEREST, I typed in "OVER 60 STYLE". Most of the women had grey hair, loose knit pants and long tunic tops. I'm not ready to go that route yet! Any suggestions?

I don't follow what "they" think. I make my own rules and I'm happy with them.

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Mz iMac — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:45:06 GMT

@Shanus

I typed in "OVER 60 STYLE". Most of the women had grey hair, loose knit pants and long tunic tops. I'm not ready to go that route yet! Any suggestions?

Type in age appropriate clothing....

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ECBG — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:57:04 GMT

@ShanusI have seen women with leggins and tunics at all age levels and they're totally appropriate. I think leggings got bad press from teens and twenties wearing short tees and leggings. The tops didn't cover enough.

There was a blog that someone posted several weeks ago of her "icon" who was a slim lady with grey hair in a variety of looks and one was distressed jeans. She totally rocked them with a dark blazer, white shirt and dark boots.

That's why I love Bazaar magazine. They do a monthly feature on clothing for different decades although I could wear most of it.

I use Ralph Lauren's classic styles and add a twist. He does dressing at all ages appropriately and the quality is great.

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meallen616 — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:13:21 GMT

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I was Sasha — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:14:16 GMT

I am mid 50s and find inspiration from Chicos catalog and website. Most of my fitted jackets are from there. Recently purchased a royal purple boiled wool Moto jacket with silver hardware I am looking forward to wearing! I also enjoy the street style posts here.

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lilac lover — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:14:17 GMT

@Newgate wrote:
@Shanus wrote:
Will someone explain to me how they define AGE APPROPRIATE? At 68, I've worked out & maintained a size 4. No, I would NEVER wear a cropped top, shorts, bikini, tight clothing, tees w/ pics of rock bands, over the knee boots, high platform shoes, high heels or leggings. That said, if I enjoy jeans w/ a few "distressed" areas, slim leg jeans, clothes from BR, J Crew and Gap, is there a big "X" at the door for me? When I've looked through fashion magazines or seen ads in other places, the models are 16-20 yrs. old!! There are no fashionable role models my age to take hints from. On PINTEREST, I typed in "OVER 60 STYLE". Most of the women had grey hair, loose knit pants and long tunic tops. I'm not ready to go that route yet! Any suggestions?

@Shanus I'm with you!! I wear all that you said also and I am 3 years older than you!! Lets just keep doing what we do and enjoy it!!

Count me in! I'll be 74 in a few months and am the same size I was years ago. Maybe good genes but my hubby and I stay active and I think that helps...mind and body. I like to be fashionable but sure won't go over the top with cropped shirts and short shorts, etc.! Wear what you feel comfortable in and makes you happy. I just want to look nice and feel good about it. Recently I read online that you shouldn't wear jeans after you turned 45!!!!! Seriously. Who made that stupid rule???