“Don’t wear pink, don’t wear sleeveless, don’t wear low waisted jeans” bla, bla, bla…
I say, wear what looks good on YOU! I’ll show you options, you decide if they’re right for you.
One of the reasons I started composing outfits for over 40s is because I searched the web for wardrobe ideas for myself and all I found was a lot of outdated advice on how to dress after 40. I wanted some ideas! I wanted somebody to show me exactly what looks good at my age. So, I decided I just better do it myself. Most retailers cater to younger women (HELLO merchants…who has the income for this expensive clothing?), finding contemporary clothes when you’re older is a matter of weeding out what’s inappropriate (or just plain ugly).
Sometimes it takes me hours to find outfits I truly love, but they’re out there, if I look hard enough. Unfortunately, they’re usually on models that are younger than my daughters!
So, this is my new wardrobe inspiration. I like to concoct outfits from head to toe; some things I sew (check out my sewing blog, The Feed Dog) some I buy. When I acquire a total look, it’s amazing how my wardrobe seems to all work together. In the long run, that means fewer items but more options and that fits my personality.
Happy hunting!
Nancy
