8 Common Mistakes that Make you look 10 Years Older

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Here's the 8 most common fashion mistakes we all are tempted to make that can easily age you!
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[JRspeaking]

Once you get older you'll understand the choices "women of a certain age" make. We don't care about defining our waist. We definitely don't want to wear shoes without an arch support. And we can really rock a tunic! You'll find (eventually) that as women age we dress for ourselves... not for current fashion trends, other people, to look thin or tall or proportionate or youthful. We care about comfort and our own sense of style.

[deezyhope]

I really think we need to stop the narrative of ‘looking young’ equals good and ‘looking old’ equals bad. I’m 57 and I love being this age - I feel free-er and happier in my skin and I dress how the hell I want and don’t give a chuff what anyone else thinks. I don’t want to look ‘young’ I want to be me and I’m not trying to impress anyone but myself 😁

[prudence]

RE: avoiding chunky shoes. So easy for a young person to say! I’m sorry to report that as you get older, even the “flats” you recommend are often uncomfortable because they offer zero support and insufficient cushioning. It’s not just a high heel that makes a shoe uncomfortable - structure matters, too! I’ll also add that it is hard to find a stylish, youthful shoe if your feet are wider than average.

[jennbetween]

Great advice, but I decided that I don't mind looking older. I feel wiser for choosing the most comfortable clothing and shoes that won't cause me foot problems later.

[bonniekuhn]

Nothing makes a woman look as old as worry and self-dissatisfaction. In my opinion, the best accessory is a friendly (or at least, relaxed) smiling face. If my clothes are clean and comfortable, and pleasing to MY eye, I don't care if they make me look old, short, or fat to someone else (if someone else is that focused on my appearance, they need to get a hobby).

[tracy]

I don’t understand all of the negative comments. I’m 63 years young and found this very informative and helpful. I appreciate your hard work at putting this together, and I see so many women my age dressing “frumpy” - especially with wide Capri pants that end midway at the calf and Croc-like/Birkenstock shoes that are so you for this ;-)

[tinajoneswilliams]

I don't dress to look younger, I dress to look good. Many of these tips are important to looking my best. Xoxo 😘

[karriek]

I love the sense of humor and play you inject into your videos. Always right on target with great information but still lots of fun. Thank you.

[sharongibson]

It gets harder to define the waist, when you no longer have one

[mandy_]

I need to ‘vent’ here. You see… I’m 76, petite ( been getting shorter over the years😢) thus am now just under 5 feet. Many have complimented me of my looks, simple but nice clothes, etc & I look many years younger than my age.
Recently, a friend who is also slim & tad shorter than me commented that my dresses/ skirts are too short. They are usually knee- length or about 2 inches below my knees🤔
She wears hers about 4 inches below her knees & she feels that she looks great 🙃
I won’t change my wardrobe just because of her comment.

[toni]

I'm a 4'11" 54 yr old and I'll stick to my punk/alternative/boho/rock style and my brightly coloured hair. This includes tunic length tops and floor length maxi dresses as well as lots of black! Never been told I look old or frumpy so I guess I'm doing something right lol

[valeriebecerra]

I’m a huge fan of the midi length for dresses and skirts. In fact, I adore the look with the animal print skirt and white flats. It’s a classic look that I’m not willing to let go of—not now, in my mid 30’s, not ever 💕

[colettedoss]

The critiques you give and the suggestions you have make good sense for women that have somehow managed to get older and somehow retain a thinner shape. But a lot of these things don't work for women who have gone through menopause and now don't recognize their bodies and therefore are trying to hide the new belly that they have inherited or the extra pounds that have landed so generously on the hips and thighs. These things we are now trying to gracefully cover up and it's a tricky thing, especially in the SUMMER. uggh!

[Benice]

I’ve been living in loose dresses lately and love them, especially the swing kind in 5’1 120# 59 years old ….to each their own 😃

[deniseyounger]

I love my Birkenstocks and never giving them up wear them in the house and casual settings🦋

[vylia]

Great advice, Chi! I love tunics and I'm learning to style them better to make them work for me. Thanks for the guide!

[M-AY]

01:05 Tunics
02:04 Capri Pants
02:40 Chunky Shoes
04:16 Pleated Pants
04:49 Load Prints
05:22 All Black
06:15 Midi Length

[Daniko]

Honestly, to me the clothes you advise don't make you look younger at all. They just look like someone who prefers fitted clothes. The first examples were perfectly lovely, and in some cases--like the bold prints instead of the pale one--less like someone trying to look younger. What makes people look younger is clear, dewy skin, few wrinkles, vibrant energy, and enthusiastically wearing the clothes they enjoy. But that's just me, though.

[sharonanderson]

When you get older your shape changes and you may have a few aches and pains .. you want to look good but comfortable … you find what makes you feel good .. as you age you feel more confident to embrace your own choice and not feel having to follow fashion trends is important. If you are happy with how you look and feel then that is all that matters. Go for it!

[hildazochhuanthangi]

I'm 54 and I practically live in A-line maxi dresses and loose fitting tiered ankle-length dresses in all colours and prints. I pair these with simple ballets, flat strappy sandals or elevated slip-on sneakers or platform heels, depending on my mood and the occasion. I never define my waist except when I occasionally put on wide legged jeans or trousers. I team these with tops tailored to just about hit my waistline as I do not like the "trend" of half tucks, front tucks, etc. or I wear a blouson with an elasticised waistline. Did someone mention that statement jewellery makes you look dated? My arms are always loaded with bracelets and bangles and my rings are big enough to hurt someone's jaw should the need ever arise😁. My earrings and necklaces are kept simple unless the outfit calls for it. I must mention though that I do have 5 piercings on each ear and except for the principal hole in my lobes, the other four holes permanently sport a tiny diamond stud each. I've dressed more or less this way from my mid twenties ever since I became a mother. Earlier I used to wear flowing skirts too but now I find a one piece dress more convenient. I'm 5'2" btw and I feel that a one piece flowy maxi dress, without defining the waist, makes one look taller. People don't need to know where my bum starts and ends 😂. I dress for my comfort basically but the plus is that I'm often mistaken for being much younger and also taller than I actually am.
I detest blazers and I have never liked them on a woman, tall or short. Maybe it's because of my 10 years in boarding school wearing it as uniform 😉. For work I prefer a long coat /shrug from chiffon to cotton to wool, depending on the season. We older ladies need to be confident and comfortable in our skins and dress for ourselves. Don't let the world dictate how you should look and feel about your body. Just be yourselves and be happy 😁. Every year added to our lives is a blessing. Let's all embrace it with love, laughter and gratitude. Bless you all ❤️.