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How to follow trends as you are getting older

January 20, 2023 by Moumous |

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Hi everyone:

I think it’s great that some people like following fashion trends. I love trends, too. But, I have a very take-it-or-leave-it approach, because not all trends are for everybody. For example, oversized clothing may work well for some people, but may not look flattering on other body types. Loafers often look good when they are styled correctly, but again, they may not be suited for everybody.

Currently, there are a lot of cool streetwear trends in fashion, sneakers being one of them. It’s interesting that the fashion industry has moved away from heels. The heels that are being worn are either high platforms or square-toed heels from the 2000s.

One thing to keep in mind is that trends are not specifically attached to certain age groups, but it’s about knowing your target audience, what are you wearing, and in what setting. I believe that 40 & over is a young age. I also do not believe that people need to avoid trends because of their age.

The aim is to look your best for your age, rather than looking like you are trying to be younger than you actually are. For example, you should look amazing for 40 and not like you are 40, trying to be 20.

So, here are some trends you may wish to avoid if you are over 40, and why:

1. Crop tops

Crop tops ordinarily, I’d say, are not appropriate past your early twenties. However, if you are wearing a crop top with high-waisted trousers and a blazer, or a cardigan, it is very workable. How you integrate crop tops into your wardrobe is key, as you do not want to run the risk of looking like the young teenagers that we would typically see on Instagram, who wear these things in a certain setting, at a certain time.

2. Style inspired by kids’ references

At the moment, I believe that there is a resurgence in the more juvenile ’90s and 2000s trends, like T-shirts embroidered with smiley faces and other child-like references. I think that for women of all ages who want to be taken seriously, thinking about the context in which you are wearing a trend is important.

I have a few fun tees, and I love them, but I would not wear either one of them to a meeting with my corporate clients. This is why it’s key to know your audience, and who you’re speaking to.

3. Any fashion trend that has resurfaced once in your lifetime

If you wore the trend the first time around when you were a teenager and it resurfaces 25 years later, maybe it’s not for you the second time around. For example, if you are over 25 years old, I do not personally believe that you should be wearing fuzzy bucket hats.

That trend may be for the teenagers that were your age when you first wore it. That beeing said, I am enjoying the return of wide legs denim and the vintage fabrics as well as some trends that are coming back.

What we wear has the power to change our entire mood, posture, confidence, and the way that we interact in the world. Wearing the right outfit, in the right place, at the right time can change somebody’s life. I see it happen all the time.

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Also, don’t hesitate to ask for help if you feel a little lost. A personal stylist can easily help you find the right balance between trends and your personal style. Don’t forget that you can request a free 20 min consultation with me should consider hiring me as your style coach (click here to book).

Thank for stopping by,

Xo,

Linking up with those wonderful ladies here

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  1. Carol says

    January 24, 2023 at 6:17 pm

    These are helpful tips to decide whether to follow certain trends or to ignore them. Thank you for sharing this post in the Talent-Sharing Tuesdays Link-Up 50.
    Carol
    http://www.scribblingboomer.com

  2. Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says

    January 25, 2023 at 6:21 pm

    Iris, I so agree with these tips. If I wanted to wear a “fun” piece, I would wear it at home or on a camping trip or whatever, but not to work where I want to be taken seriously. I was mindful of that in my twenties as well, though some other young women would wear totally inappropriate trends to work. #WowOnWednesday

  3. MIss Footloose says

    January 29, 2023 at 11:48 am

    No longer being a teenager or even middle age, I often have a problem trying to figure out what to wear without looking boring or matronly. Trying for a little personality and style is tricky because it soon looks odd or even ridiculous. Fortunately, these days, there are many choices and styles, so it is possible. You wrote: “What we wear has the power to change our entire mood, posture, confidence, and the way that we interact in the world.” And I can’t agree more. I feel it every time I dress. The other interesting thing I noticed: While living in various countries (Ghana, Indonesia) I would get clothes and fabrics that fit the culture there, and looked great. Then I’d take them with me to another country (the US for instance) and look ridiculous in them. And so it goes!

  4. Carol says

    February 7, 2023 at 10:20 pm

    Thank you for sharing this post in the Talent-Sharing Tuesdays Link-Up 52.
    Carol
    http://www.scribblingboomer.com

  5. Mica - Away From The Blue says

    February 11, 2023 at 12:49 am

    This is such a fun outfit! I like the touches of pink with the blue denim 🙂

    Thank you for joining the Weekday Wear Link up! and sharing your trend tips 🙂

  6. Jacqui Berry says

    February 14, 2023 at 8:06 pm

    Such helpful comments Iris, you look amazing and your photos are brilliant! Thanks for sharing on my #Chicandstylish #LINKUP Jacqui x

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