These 4 fashion mistakes make you look older (+ easy fixes!)

When defining your personal style, avoid these 4 fashion mistakes that make you look older than you feel!

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[baddognobiscuit]

Great tips. But I'm 81 and becoming more sensitive to style that refers to looking older. I quite like my age. And in truth, none of your tips refer to age. They are more about being contemporary. I absolutely want to look contemporary! When I'm on the subway, I look at how people dress to see what I might like to try. It's a lot of fun! Many ideas are clearly for younger bodies. I love looking at them without wanting to wear them. But I might see an idea that would be great on any body, even an old lady 😅. Something more contemporary. I choose to think when you refer to not looking older, you mean looking "now". Alight. I'm going to go and download that style guide now. Love your videos

[FlyingGeraldine]

It's interesting that Justine sees older women wearing more neutrals. Over my life of several decades I've more often seen women going much brighter with colors and accessories.

[deborahleeke]

Justine, thank you for yet another interesting video. I enjoy such videos but often feel left out. I spend most of my time in a wheelchair. Two aspects are a, you become invisible and, b, any clothes which look good when standing lose their impact when sitting. Last weekend I attended a wedding, many emails went around the family about what family members were wearing. I didn’t share the excitement as I felt no one would notice anyway. I enjoy making my clothes and altering older ones. As a result I can be different. I have always loved being myself. I used to enjoy wearing muted colours, much to my husband’s frustration, but now I concentrate on brighter clothes to help my visibility. I always choose looser clothing as I struggle to get dressed and to handle fasteners. Also sitting means my abdomen is at its most and I need to allow for arm/shoulder movement when propelling myself. The dress I made moved beautifully when on and I was sorry it would not be seen in its glory but I still felt its beauty. You know that feeling new, just right clothing practically makes you strut? Well, you can still strut when sitting in that I sat tall and proud and not my usual weary posture. The dress was fully lined with a more jewel like hue and I understitched the lining in the opposite direction, in that the lining edged the neck and sleeve lines. I really liked how the lining and main fabric worked together so wanted to highlight the effect. One of my usual choices is to layer a lot of my clothes. As my clothes don’t get seen moving I like to highlight different types/colours/finishes etc. Writing this has helped me notice how much fun I do get when playing with my clothes, and I am thankful how well my Grandmother taught me to sew. A complete turn about in mood - I think I love being different. Thank you.

[charlotteillustration]

My mother always said the exact same thing to me that you quote from Chanel - that before you go out, look in your mirror and take something off (obviously accessories, not knickers!)

[ataylor]

You are wearing the Armed Angels Dress of the Summer! I sell it in my boutique here in Canada. I try to only stock ethically made clothes--a challenge that I gladly take on. I have always loved your content, for your natural intelligence and class shine through everything you do.

[agnesdp]

A great reminder of basic principles. I think the real issue is not necessarily looking older, but frumpy or out of date. I see so many women my age wearing out of date outfits (think cropped pants and printed tops) that would look amazing with a more polished and up to date style. You can remain comfortable in your clothes without giving up on style. Thanks Justine.

[annescanapico]

Justine, I’m 73 and my wardrobe is as you suggest. Being short I find that monochromatic look helps me look taller. I love neutrals but also love color so I too usually add harmonious color to any neutral while still keeping it fairly monochromatic, tricky, right? My problem now is that might lifestyle is retired but I still like to dress. I just don’t have anywhere to go, LOL. So I dress up to go to the store, any store. it makes me feel good. Thank you

[AR-ggsu]

I love my palazzo linen pants with matching full linen shirts/tops. I feel comfortable (in 90°F temp), chic and quiet elegant

[Tricia]

Body skimming clothings is always a win, regardless of the size of the body. Oversized and tight clothing tend to look frumpy on everyone. People need to wear clothing in their true size, shoulder fitting and waist definition is important and is the main culprit for looking frumpy

[palomino]

The only print I find to be timeless is geometric prints.
My goodness, I had no Idea Justine is almost 6' tall, a model for sure, beautiful and nice to see someone who has not been persuaded to cut off long hair.

[DomDollx]

I love u Justine.

Wanted to mention that as a Bangladeshi American woman, I value the minimalist style for its simplicity abd ease. However, having grown up with a rich and diverse and colorful literally, southasians have adorned gorgeous mixture of patterns and colors, fabrics and cuts. I notice the sa.e with African prints and also appreciate our beautiful heritage of vibrancy.

Thanks for sharing your perspective, its always a treat to watch you explain things.

[michalkitainik]

A minute to the video had to pause and say that you look FF fabulous and fresh your tan is stunning!!!

[deborahmichele]

I learned in design school that using colors next to each other on the color wheel is called an analogous color scheme - not clashing. 🤔😁 I would associate the word clashing with a contrasting color scheme - green/red, purple/yellow, blue/orange. Nice take on this topic! And thank you so much for the guide! 😀

[oliviapetrinidimonforte]

My seamstress has a great trick for the waist: she hides elastic on the sides, so my clothes adapt to "changes". So the skirt looks structured, but it is very comfortable.

[SH-wkpo]

Fantastic tips!! 🙌 Some things I also advocate for are:
1) Gradually getting used to bolder colours with baby steps. Maybe a medium periwinkle, lavender, cherry, or cornflower blue for example. Start small and get used to seeing yourself in that colour first, and then go brighter.
2) One signature accessory in a bright colour to also ease into the transition. An eye-catching scarf, pair of gloves, or handbag can really change the whole vibe of an outfit.
3) Make it a point to look at the people around you on a typical day out, and/or fashion accounts online. If you see an outfit that you love on someone else but hadn't considered for yourself, then use that as inspiration to build an outfit to suit your body type.

[LolaGeek]

I love wearing jewel tones, but all that's in stores anymore is neutrals. I pointed out to my husband how every store just has black, white, and beige, and now he mentions it every time we are somewhere that sells clothes - it's like once you see it, you can't unsee it. But I also think at least the first couple "don'ts" around fit and color are actually what's in style right now for Gen Z and young millennials. I (elder millennial) feel like my fitted pieces and brighter colors are dating me when I'm with younger colleagues 😆🙃

[MelodyProsser]

Matching jewellery sets are like matching furniture sets in the living room or bedroom. The advantage with jewellery sets is that you can wear one or two of the pieces, not all. It's harder to do that with furniture!

[flower-ssjt]

Enjoy your advice - so succinct and practical. Now I am in my 70's I avoid patterns apart from stripes, dots or plaid. It makes such a difference to 'not looking old'!
I do wear geometric paterned scarves at times.

[denisebiendarra]

Very helpful video. Sadly, Iris Apfel passed away in March.

[IridescentTea]

Justine, you're a gem amongst fashion youtubers! Always logical, to the point, with lots of context and underlying information, I adore your work.Thank you.