The Myth of Age Appropriate
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One of the great myths out there is “wear age appropriate!” But what does this really mean? Can a younger woman wear a sophisticated look? A maturer woman a hipper look? Why is it wrong for an older person to wear a trendy youthful look if she can pull it off?
I believe that it really is all about what works for you! It is about finding the right effect, which means picking that which flatters you! It is about avoiding looks that are messy. So if you have to squeeze into something that doesnt fit, this is not going to be a good look – regardless of the brand or perceived appropriateness!
We all age differently, figures evolve over time, our faces capture the beauty of experience and life. If one keeps fit and are lucky enough to have the right genes, their youthful looks will work! If one is young and enjoys sophisticated looks, what could be wrong? As always it is also about good judgement – meaning what you see in the mirror!
I also believe that whats appropriate is heavily influenced by “place and occasion.” This meaning the office, home, events or parties and so on. So a formal event requires a more formal look. It really is more about the place and occasion and a lot less about the age!
So for us the question is not about being ”age appropriate.” Rather it is about what works for you, what flatters you, which look is appropriate for which occasion – this is what really counts!
As usual, I hand over the conversation to you! Would love to hear your thoughts!
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