Whoever said that fashion has to be attached to a certain age> Looking your best over the age of 75 shouldn’t just be your right, it’s something you should prioritize! As you get older, it’s important that you feel confident about yourself, and that you feel fabulous in your own skin. Although you may not worry about the same things you’re worried about in your younger years, there’s no age limit to wanting to look great.
However, it can be tricky for some people figuring out what to wear after a certain age. After all there seems to be so many rules about what is “age appropriate” and what isn’t.
To help you navigate the often tricky road of fashion over 75, here are some of the best tips for looking your best in your golden years.
Prioritize Comfort
Although looking great should certainly be on your to do List, so should being comfortable. Fashion should never come before feeling comfortable. You never want to wear something that could be restricting, or cause you to hurt yourself.
At some point you have to be realistic. Even though you may look great in a pair of heels well over the age of 100, at some point it becomes a danger. When choosing what to wear, always put comfort at the forefront of your priority list.
Think Quality Over Quantity
Since your silhouette isn’t the same anymore past a certain age, you need to make sure that you have high quality pieces that will make you look your best. You should have clothing items that are made by high quality brands with the best quality materials — that way, you look as flattering as possible.
When you choose fast fashion pieces that are quickly whipped together in a sweatshop, it’s not as forgiving for your body type. So, when shopping, focus on buying a few key pieces over a pile of mediocre ones.
Be Adventurous
Just because you should prioritize comfort doesn’t mean you can’t get experimental sometimes. Get out there and try new trends that you may not have ever considered trying in your younger years. Now is the time to try on something that you’ve always wanted to try, and “wow” your grandchildren with your daring fashion forwardness. When in doubt, ask your younger family members what they think. You’ll find that they’re usually very encouraging of your efforts to stay up to date with fashion trends.
Accessorize
Accessories are your friend when it comes to getting dressed up. A basic outfit can be transformed into a glamorous statement by adding a few of the right accessories. From bracelets, to glasses, to hats, choose a few accessories that can really make your outfit pop— yet also stay age appropriate.
