So you'r middle-aged - you certainly don't have to give up fashion or looking stylish. These are our favourite tips for staying you and looking great.
1. Have confidence in your age
To look and feel great, you have to have confidence in your age. The truth is, you can exude more confidence than a teenager, because you have overcome all sorts of insecurities by the time middle age roles around. So own it.
2. Choose patterned dresses
You may have had your own dressing style for the past few years. We just want you to know that it’s okay to be creative and bold. Let go of those plain, mummy dresses. It’s time to get some patterns in your closet! If you already have patterned dresses, bring them out and wear them! You will still look stunning!
3. Don’t shy away from sparkles
Don’t shy away from sparkly clothes because someone said so. Don’t even let other people get under your skin. Celebrities the world over, like Julianne Moore, have been attending events in sparkly mermaid dresses, and they look incredible! Julianne Moore could be a great role model for all middle-aged women out there.
Don’t let time and responsibility make you boring. Wear sparkly dresses if you like them, even colorful ones.
4. Don’t wear baggy things
Unless you are pregnant, you don’t have to wear baggy outfits, espececially if you're doing so out of insecurity - there's no need. The wisest thing to do right now would be to get rid of them. Wear clothes that fit you perfectly. Not too tight, but not too loose either. You don’t have to look like a rock star. You just need to look chic and polished.
5. Avoid short skirts and short tops
Maybe you need to let go of those short skirts and cropped tops from your collection - adjusting to the new age may take a while, but more importantly, you don’t want to give off the wrong impression because of what you chose to wear - you won’t look mature and serious if you still need to wear short skirts and body-hugging tops. Trust us, there are better clothes out there.
6. Best collar style
You should choose tops with collar styles that best bring out your feminine beauty. You can totally rock plunging necklines, but round collars are great too, and turtlenecks are going to make you look more sophisticated and commanding.
7. Pair up with a cardigan
All your friends are probably wearing this. So why not you? If you want to wear leather jackets, you can totally do so. If you would rather wear simple cardigans, that’s okay, too. However, maybe you can spice it up a little bit. Avoid long cardigans that hide your feminine features. A cropped cardigan will look great no matter what you pair it up with.
8. Tailor old clothes to fit you
You don’t have to throw away all your old clothes - there are always clothes that can be altered to fit your current shape. Wearing old clothes can bring back good memories and make you feel more lively. The uplifted mood will boost your confidence.
9. Get some instant lifts
You don’t have to go under the knife just because your body has changed, and you no longer feel good about those parts. You can get an instant lift with a few clothing choices. To get a good lift in your upper body, wear appropriate push-up bras. Push-up bras can make women of any age look attractive and fit. Another way that you can get instant lifts is by wearing shapewear. Shapewear is a must-have, especially when you want to get a smooth look. They will give your tummy a cinch, and your buttocks a push, giving you a good posture.
10. Don’t reveal too much
Sometimes, less is more. The essence of beauty is in this stage of your life is different to your younger counterparts.
It’s okay to have fun with your outfits by wearing more patterns, leather jackets, and plunging necklines. However, clothes that are too small need to be avoided.
