These are questions that I encounter when I am working with women in their closet and in the dressing room.
- What is age appropriate?
- How Old Do You Feel?
- Am I Too Old to Wear Long Hair or Should I Wear Short Hair?
- Is This Skirt Too Short?
- Do I Look Too Sexy?
- Do I Look Frumpy?
- Am I Dressing Appropriately for My Age?
One day, I was chatting with my cousin who’s in her 90’s. She is beautiful, sharp and
ageless. I asked her, “Ruthy, how old do you feel?”, she paused and said to me, “About
40… How old do you feel?” I responded to her with the same answer “About 40…”, she
smiled and replied, “See, we’re the same age.”
The biggest compliment I receive is when people say to me “I hope I look as good as
you do when I’m your age”. First I cringe, then I realize what a lovely compliment it is.
What is really going on in my head is that I think I am their contemporary even if they
are 15-20 years younger than me. You can look in magazines and online and find all
sorts of advice on what is considered “age appropriate”, but when I work with women in
their closet or the dressing room, a woman only wants to feel great in her outfit. And you
can’t put a number on that!
In this photo, My dear friend Linda Eisen and I feeling and looking age appropriate
I encourage mature women who have beautiful long legs to wear short skirts but not in
the office. If you have battled weight loss/ weight gain over the years, knee length or just
above the knee is much more flattering. Showcasing the best part of your figure and
wearing clothing that makes you feel confident and beautiful is what will help you forget
about ‘age appropriate’ attire. When a woman dresses with consideration of the trends
and keeps her wardrobe up to date, she will present that youthful spirit we’re all looking for.
You don’t have to worry about dressing ‘trendy’ just add a few touches of the seasons
current trends into your wardrobe.
Lets talk about hair. There is a point when a mature woman’s hair can look too young or
the hair can be dragging her face down rather than giving her a fresh uplifted current
image. It is important to understand that the structure of your face should determine
what hair style is best for you as well as taking in your chronological age. Personally, I
know when my hair is about two inches too long, I look tired and I know I need a hair face-lift.
Accessories can be ageless. Beautiful colors will accentuate your skin and your eyes.
Always update your appearance with a statement necklace or ring. One of the tricks that
I teach my clients at workshops is to listen to your daughter. Your daughter knows, give
her the benefit of the doubt. She will tell you if your dressing too frumpy or
inappropriately, but please don’t wear her torn jeans.
I am here to help women put together a wardrobe that matches their style and their
personality. Call me today at 203-798-0718!
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