It’s old school advice to gravitate toward neutrals, dressy essentials, and prim-and-proper stripes and pearls as you get older. Those things are definitely appropriate to have in your closet, but it should also be full of clothes that make dressing stylishly over 60 possible. It’s time to show off your pieces that you’ve been collecting for decades and put together looks that will cause onlookers to stop and ask, “Wow, who’s that?”
Look no further if you need a little assistance boosting the fun factor in your outfit. We asked personal stylists about additional innovative ways for women to wear well into their 60s and beyond. Their suggestions, which range from creative wardrobe ideas to ways to rework your existing items, will transform the way you look and feel.
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5 Ways to Dress Fun Over 60
1. Party Pants
One strategy suggested by Abigail Valentine is to focus on party pants, flipping the common formula of basic pants and a fun top. Wide-leg trouser jeans or bold patterned pants paired with a knotted white linen button-down instantly elevate your outfit.
2. Reimagine Your Current Pieces
Reimagining your current pieces is another approach. Abigail suggests experimenting with existing dresses, adding a T-shirt or a button-down shirt on top for a fresh look. Unbuttoning a button-up dress and wearing it as a duster unlocks creative possibilities.
3. Color and Print Injection
Injecting color and print into your wardrobe is a quick way to spruce it up. Andie Sobrato advises against sticking to safe, dark colors, encouraging the use of bright and flattering tones like cobalt blue or orange-red. Modern patterns bring a youthful energy, allowing you to explore beyond traditional florals and stripes.
4. Accessorizing Power
Accessorizing becomes a key focus, with personal stylist Valentine emphasizing the power of accessories as the links of an outfit. Basic jeans and a T-shirt can transform with the right belt, jewelry, handbag, or sunglasses. These accessories don’t have to be expensive, making them a delightful way to enhance your overall look.
5. Focus on One Fun Element
Finally, Sobrato suggests focusing on one fun element that resonates with your personal style. Whether it’s a specific print, color, or silhouette you loved in your youth, incorporating it in a mature and sophisticated way maintains your authentic style. The key is to choose one element and embrace it, whether it’s a leopard flat or a beloved leather jacket with a slight twist in cut. Ultimately, wear what makes you feel amazing, staying true to yourself, and letting your style shine.
