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Fashion
for middle-aged women?
The
world of fashion has changed and is much more age-neutral now
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Ashley
in Raleigh, North Carolina, asks, "I am now in the age
bracket which is referred to as the middle-age. I have
never been too fashion-conscious but have generally looked
pretty. As I am getting older, I am realizing that not
only from my husband, but also from other men, I am not
getting the attention that I used to get. What am I
doing wrong? What suggestions do you have on fashion
for middle-aged and mature women?"
Is there such a thing as a
middle-aged woman?
Actually
no. So the first thing that you have to do is take this
idea out of your mind that you are somehow old or mature or
middle-aged. A lot of experts actually think that the
forties are the new thirties (Related article: Forties
are the new thirties, particularly for women).
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Fashion tips
- Keep reviewing your style. A woman
needs to have her very own style but at the same time this
style has to evolve. While you may have looked very
pretty in a certain outfit, that will not work for you
now - your body has changed and the world has changed.
- Take a look at your
wardrobe. If
you don't know where the Salvation Army office is in your
town, just
take your old clothes and throw them in the garbage.
- Unless you live in some remote place, there is much more
acceptance for women in their 40s and older to be able to
dress any way that they want. This is something that
was unheard of just 10 years ago. So if you have the
body and the attitude,
mini-skirts or
low-cut dresses are
perfect for you, like
Ali Larter.
- Stay up-to-date by reviewing many fashion
websites and watching the television programs,
particularly those that feature real makeover cases.
(For example, Queer
Eye for the Straight Girl, The
Swan, Extreme
Makeover, etc.)
- Seek advice. If you can afford to, get an image
consultant (many are available for online
consultation). If not, watching programs like "What
not to wear" will help you a lot. You can always seek
advice and input from younger friends and family members.
- Use the resources available. For example, if
plastic surgery is going to help you get the body and
looks you want, it might be worth it. If losing a
few extra pounds will help you fit in certain types of
clothes, take the challenge.
- Don't be afraid to try. Take risk and you will
notice the difference in your personality.
Recommended articles: How
to have a makeover after 40?
Fall
fashion
Style
to look younger
Dating in 40s
Style
makeover when you cross 60
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