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Looking current over 50 does not mean trying to look 25. The goal is polished, intentional, modern, and still completely you. Today we’re talking about how to look stylish, not frumpy, after 50.
Here are the biggest things that keep an outfit from drifting into frumpy territory:
Vest (XS) | Pants (small, on sale for $23.99) | Sandals | Necklace
Clothes that skim the body usually look more polished than pieces that are overly loose. If the top is oversized, try a slimmer bottom; if the pants are wide, give the top a little structure.
Also, know your body type and dress for it. I know that I’m a pear shape, so I’m going to accentuate my upper body and wear clothes that don’t accentuate my hips.
Top (small) | Jeans (27) | Mule Wedges | Belt
A half-tuck, defined waist, cropped jacket, or well-placed belt can completely change an outfit. You don’t need tight clothes, you just don’t want to lose your whole silhouette.
You don’t have to chase every denim trend, but an updated straight-leg, slim-straight, trouser jean, or modern wide-leg can make even a basic tee look current.
Tee (medium) | Sweater Vest (small) | Jeans (27) | Ballet Flats
This may be the biggest secret. Long tunic + long cardigan + loose pants can visually drag everything downward. Try creating contrast: shorter jacket with longer pants, tucked shirt with a fuller skirt, etc.
Top (small) | Denim (26) | Flats
A sleek loafer, contemporary sneaker, pointed or almond-toe flat, updated ankle boot, or simple sandal can rescue an otherwise basic look.
Dress (small) | Heels
Dress up. Wear the jacket. Add the earrings. Carry the pretty bag. Roll the sleeves. Those little finishing touches are often what separate “I put clothes on” from “I got dressed.”
Top (small) | Pants (small) | sneakers
I love a good two-piece set, but I try to make sure it fits me and isn’t too oversized, which can make you look frumpy. Also, Stretchy pants + an oversized top + a long cardigan + practical shoes can get frumpy fast. Keep the comfort, but make one or two pieces structured.
Tank (small) | Leopard Pants (small) | Flip Flop Sandals | Necklace
Pick the ones you genuinely like and mix them with classics. One current piece like these leopard pants is often enough to make the whole outfit feel fresh.
You can dress your body beautifully today. Great style isn’t reserved for a certain age, weight, or shape. Accentuate your best features!
Dress (small) | necklace | clutch | Heels
They don’t need to be dramatic. A flattering lip color, great sunglasses, hoops, or a pretty necklace can make simple clothes feel wonderfully intentional.
My favorite little formula for women over 50 is one classic + one current + one personal. For example: great white button-down + current jeans + fabulous earrings. Or black trousers + modern sneakers + your favorite statement jacket.
And one rule I’d happily throw straight in the trash: “Women over 50 shouldn’t wear ___.” Age isn’t the deciding factor. Fit, proportion, occasion, and whether you feel wonderful in it are.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to stop by my blog. I’m also on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram.
Beauty for the Heart– Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Psalm 68:19
There’s such a sweet comfort in that word daily.
Not occasionally. Not when we’ve got it all together.
But every single day, our Lord carries what we can’t.
Some mornings, I wake up already feeling the weight of the to-do list, the concerns for my family, or the ache of a weary heart. And right there, before the coffee’s even brewed, I have to remind myself: I don’t have to carry this alone.
Our Savior is faithful to meet us in the middle of our mess. He doesn’t stand off at a distance, waiting for us to figure things out, He leans in, takes the weight from our shoulders, and says, “I’ve got this.”
So today, instead of holding on tight to what’s heavy, let’s hand it over. Praise Him in the middle of it all, knowing He’s strong enough for what we’re not.
Let your beauty shine from the inside out today!
*Disclosure: The links in this post are affiliate links, meaning I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
The post How to Look Stylish, Not Frumpy, After 50 appeared first on Cyndi Spivey.
Here are the biggest things that keep an outfit from drifting into frumpy territory:
Prioritize fit over size
Vest (XS) | Pants (small, on sale for $23.99) | Sandals | Necklace
Clothes that skim the body usually look more polished than pieces that are overly loose. If the top is oversized, try a slimmer bottom; if the pants are wide, give the top a little structure.
Also, know your body type and dress for it. I know that I’m a pear shape, so I’m going to accentuate my upper body and wear clothes that don’t accentuate my hips.
Show some shape
Top (small) | Jeans (27) | Mule Wedges | Belt
A half-tuck, defined waist, cropped jacket, or well-placed belt can completely change an outfit. You don’t need tight clothes, you just don’t want to lose your whole silhouette.
Update your jeans
You don’t have to chase every denim trend, but an updated straight-leg, slim-straight, trouser jean, or modern wide-leg can make even a basic tee look current.
Tee (medium) | Sweater Vest (small) | Jeans (27) | Ballet Flats
Pay attention to proportions
This may be the biggest secret. Long tunic + long cardigan + loose pants can visually drag everything downward. Try creating contrast: shorter jacket with longer pants, tucked shirt with a fuller skirt, etc.
Let your shoes modernize the outfit
Top (small) | Denim (26) | Flats
A sleek loafer, contemporary sneaker, pointed or almond-toe flat, updated ankle boot, or simple sandal can rescue an otherwise basic look.
Don’t save the good clothes
Dress (small) | Heels
Dress up. Wear the jacket. Add the earrings. Carry the pretty bag. Roll the sleeves. Those little finishing touches are often what separate “I put clothes on” from “I got dressed.”
Be careful with too many “comfortable” pieces at once
Top (small) | Pants (small) | sneakers
I love a good two-piece set, but I try to make sure it fits me and isn’t too oversized, which can make you look frumpy. Also, Stretchy pants + an oversized top + a long cardigan + practical shoes can get frumpy fast. Keep the comfort, but make one or two pieces structured.
Use trends selectively
Tank (small) | Leopard Pants (small) | Flip Flop Sandals | Necklace
Pick the ones you genuinely like and mix them with classics. One current piece like these leopard pants is often enough to make the whole outfit feel fresh.
Don’t hide your body because it’s changed
You can dress your body beautifully today. Great style isn’t reserved for a certain age, weight, or shape. Accentuate your best features!
Hair, makeup, and accessories matter too
Dress (small) | necklace | clutch | Heels
They don’t need to be dramatic. A flattering lip color, great sunglasses, hoops, or a pretty necklace can make simple clothes feel wonderfully intentional.
My favorite little formula for women over 50 is one classic + one current + one personal. For example: great white button-down + current jeans + fabulous earrings. Or black trousers + modern sneakers + your favorite statement jacket.
And one rule I’d happily throw straight in the trash: “Women over 50 shouldn’t wear ___.” Age isn’t the deciding factor. Fit, proportion, occasion, and whether you feel wonderful in it are.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to stop by my blog. I’m also on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram.
Beauty for the Heart– Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Psalm 68:19
There’s such a sweet comfort in that word daily.
Not occasionally. Not when we’ve got it all together.
But every single day, our Lord carries what we can’t.
Some mornings, I wake up already feeling the weight of the to-do list, the concerns for my family, or the ache of a weary heart. And right there, before the coffee’s even brewed, I have to remind myself: I don’t have to carry this alone.
Our Savior is faithful to meet us in the middle of our mess. He doesn’t stand off at a distance, waiting for us to figure things out, He leans in, takes the weight from our shoulders, and says, “I’ve got this.”
So today, instead of holding on tight to what’s heavy, let’s hand it over. Praise Him in the middle of it all, knowing He’s strong enough for what we’re not.
Let your beauty shine from the inside out today!
*Disclosure: The links in this post are affiliate links, meaning I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
The post How to Look Stylish, Not Frumpy, After 50 appeared first on Cyndi Spivey.