Dressing your age- 30ish and up

scapez
scapez Posts: 2,018 Member
edited November 12 in Chit-Chat
I've seen What Not to Wear...and there ARE some things I wouldn't wear at my age (will be 45 on Friday) such as:

- Tight miniskirts
- Super tight skinny Jeans
- Shirts showing midriff

But there are other things that I will wear that perhaps most my age would not:

- Miss Me Jeans
- Sequined Uggs (I have the silver ones, they're awesome!)
- ANYTHING with sparkle or glitter

I never want to look like I'm trying to be 20 again (trust me, I am not) but on the other hand I feel awesome at this stage in my life and enjoy my 'younger' clothing items (and really don't give a good shiz what others think about that).

30 somethings and beyond, do you always follow the fashion "rules" for your age?
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  • ket_the_jet
    ket_the_jet Posts: 1,257 Member
    I don't believe in "dressing one's age." I do, however, believe that you will be judged in both how you look and how you carry yourself.
    -wtk
  • i_love_vinegar
    i_love_vinegar Posts: 2,092 Member
    I'm not in my 30's, but I live in Japan and see grandma's with pigtails and hello kitty. While there are a lot of uppity people in the United States (Not sure where you are from, thus assuming the U.S. since the show is based there), even assuming only 1 percent of people care more about who you are as a person (rather than whether or not you wear this or that)...it is a large country and I doubt anyone of us can honestly become friends with even a fraction of a percent of the people in the country.

    My point is, I wouldn't take that show too seriously unless your dress sense is negatively impacting your life and you want to change.

    Hope this helps!
  • JThomas61
    JThomas61 Posts: 892
    I am with you on this one! Half my closet is Affliction wear, I don't feel my age so why dress it?

    Things I won't wear, skinny jeans, flip flops, or cowboy hats!
  • oddyogi
    oddyogi Posts: 1,816 Member
    I don't think it's about dressing your age, but I think it's about dressing in whatever makes you feel confident.

    But what do I know, I'm just a young 24-year-old. I'll be 25 on Saturday though, eeeeek! :smokin:
  • dubw
    dubw Posts: 429
    My kids (grown) want me to get new clothes, they say I look like a geek. Mostly Duck Heads and knit shirts, and athletic shoes. How else should a mid 60s year old guy dress?
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    I'm 51 and I don't know what the fashion rules for my age are, so I probably don't follow them. But I live in a rural area and dress pretty casual most of the time. I don't really dress that differently than I ever have, except for work. And lounge pants. I love lounge pants, but we didn't have those back in the 70's.

    What are "miss me jeans"?
  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
    I do think there comes a time when you have to realize you look like a fool in junior clothes and I don't think anyone looks good in sparkles unless your 5-12, that's just me. I am almost 56 and cannot find a pair of jeans that aren't Mom Jeans though. Snce I lost weight, I have to go to the junior section and then they are so low my Arss sticks out when I sit. That was fine in the 70's but I'm a Grammy now. :explode::grumble: :ohwell: :laugh:
  • rossi02
    rossi02 Posts: 549 Member
    I didn't really think about it, till I had my boys. The main thing I changed was the rise of my jeans, low rise jeans are not your friend if you are doing a lot of bending over. I didn't want to be the mom showing *kitten* crack when dropping off / picking up my kids at daycare. I do pay more attention to fit and quality, but I think that just happens naturally over time.
  • JennieAL
    JennieAL Posts: 1,726 Member
    It's something that crosses my mind on occasion. But, like a previous poster said... dress for confidence. Whatever "feels" good when I put it on is "ok" for me to wear.
  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
    My kids (grown) want me to get new clothes, they say I look like a geek. Mostly Duck Heads and knit shirts, and athletic shoes. How else should a mid 60s year old guy dress?
    Any freaking way he wants!!
  • penrbrown
    penrbrown Posts: 2,685 Member
    I refuse to follow 'rules' made by this society. I wear what I like, simple as that.

    Thankfully what I like runs along the modest line. Haha. Everyone would HATE to see me in spandex or some such.
  • ktfitzgerald
    ktfitzgerald Posts: 369 Member
    I'm 42 and I try to look appropriate for my age. But I still wear my torn skinny jeans from American Eagle... I just can't give them up since I fit into them:)
  • La_Amazona
    La_Amazona Posts: 4,855 Member
    Hell no.

    I'm 32. I'm "supposed" to stop wearing short skirts at 35. That only gives me 3 more years.

    If you look at my pictures, that's all I wear! :laugh: As long as I feel good about myself I will not be following any "rules".

    Plus, rules are meant to be broken. Rebel!
  • Twisted_Wrister
    Twisted_Wrister Posts: 758 Member
    I've seen What Not to Wear...and there ARE some things I wouldn't wear at my age (will be 45 on Friday) such as:

    - Tight miniskirts
    - Super tight skinny Jeans
    - Shirts showing midriff

    But there are other things that I will wear that perhaps most my age would not:

    - Miss Me Jeans
    - Sequined Uggs (I have the silver ones, they're awesome!)
    - ANYTHING with sparkle or glitter

    I never want to look like I'm trying to be 20 again (trust me, I am not) but on the other hand I feel awesome at this stage in my life and enjoy my 'younger' clothing items (and really don't give a good shiz what others think about that).

    30 somethings and beyond, do you always follow the fashion "rules" for your age?

    My birthday is on Friday too! :smile:

    I guess it's just whatever you are comfortable in. I'm turning 37, but I'm a jeans and T-shirt/collared shirt kinda guy. No fancy designer stuff or popped collars and such
  • scapez
    scapez Posts: 2,018 Member
    I don't think it's about dressing your age, but I think it's about dressing in whatever makes you feel confident.

    But what do I know, I'm just a young 24-year-old. I'll be 25 on Saturday though, eeeeek! :smokin:

    Eeeeek...lol. Try adding 20 to your 25 and get back to me! :laugh:
  • scapez
    scapez Posts: 2,018 Member
    I do think there comes a time when you have to realize you look like a fool in junior clothes and I don't think anyone looks good in sparkles unless your 5-12, that's just me. I am almost 56 and cannot find a pair of jeans that aren't Mom Jeans though. Snce I lost weight, I have to go to the junior section and then they are so low my Arss sticks out when I sit. That was fine in the 70's but I'm a Grammy now. :explode::grumble: :ohwell: :laugh:
    You shouldn't have to go to Junior's to buy jeans...hit up a Macy's in the regular sections...Calvin Klein, etc. I *never* shop in Juniors!
  • oddyogi
    oddyogi Posts: 1,816 Member
    I've seen What Not to Wear...and there ARE some things I wouldn't wear at my age (will be 45 on Friday) such as:

    - Tight miniskirts
    - Super tight skinny Jeans
    - Shirts showing midriff

    But there are other things that I will wear that perhaps most my age would not:

    - Miss Me Jeans
    - Sequined Uggs (I have the silver ones, they're awesome!)
    - ANYTHING with sparkle or glitter

    I never want to look like I'm trying to be 20 again (trust me, I am not) but on the other hand I feel awesome at this stage in my life and enjoy my 'younger' clothing items (and really don't give a good shiz what others think about that).

    30 somethings and beyond, do you always follow the fashion "rules" for your age?

    My birthday is on Friday too! :smile:

    I guess it's just whatever you are comfortable in. I'm turning 37, but I'm a jeans and T-shirt/collared shirt kinda guy. No fancy designer stuff or popped collars and such

    Happy birthday to all of us! Mine is Saturday. :flowerforyou:
  • JennieAL
    JennieAL Posts: 1,726 Member
    I don't think it's about dressing your age, but I think it's about dressing in whatever makes you feel confident.

    But what do I know, I'm just a young 24-year-old. I'll be 25 on Saturday though, eeeeek! :smokin:

    Eeeeek...lol. Try adding 20 to your 25 and get back to me! :laugh:

    :laugh:
  • flong1975
    flong1975 Posts: 56
    I will be 37 this year and do not really know what my style is anymore... what I like does not fit my body type ( skinny jeans included) and I tend to LIVE in boot cut jeans, baggy t-shirts and sneakers... however, I am really leaning towards more dresses for the spring and summer - vintage inspired 50's 60's dresses - love them! And now that my thighs do not rub like they used too, I can skip the fat suit underneath! YAY!
  • WickedGarden
    WickedGarden Posts: 944 Member
    I am in my 30s
    I look like I'm mid-20s, I still get carded...for lottery tickets.
    The clothes in the Missy department are frumpy, ugly, fit my body type poorly, and stuff I would never wear.

    I will wear whatever I look good in...I won't squeeze myself into some tube top if I look like a stuffed sausage.
    I am conscious of my muffin top, and those that can see it.

    As long as someone looks good in something, they should wear it.
  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
    I do think there comes a time when you have to realize you look like a fool in junior clothes and I don't think anyone looks good in sparkles unless your 5-12, that's just me. I am almost 56 and cannot find a pair of jeans that aren't Mom Jeans though. Snce I lost weight, I have to go to the junior section and then they are so low my Arss sticks out when I sit. That was fine in the 70's but I'm a Grammy now. :explode::grumble: :ohwell: :laugh:
    You shouldn't have to go to Junior's to buy jeans...hit up a Macy's in the regular sections...Calvin Klein, etc. I *never* shop in Juniors!

    I've tried. No one has size 4 that aren't straight legs. I'm just not a straight leg kind of girl. It's so frustrating.
  • pghsteelerfan
    pghsteelerfan Posts: 132 Member
    I'm sure there r some clothing that is unappropriate at certain ages...but i say...if it compliments u, and you compliment the clothing...why not?? This age u dont have to act your age...dont act silly tho...just make sure it compliments you ...not get you sneers from a distance..
  • lizdavis07
    lizdavis07 Posts: 766 Member
    My mom is always complaining about clothes I buy her and saying, "This would be really pretty on you, but you know I am too old to wear this. What would people think, if I went in public wearing clothes too young for me?!"

    She has an amazing figure in general, and not just for a 50 year old, and looks better in some things than i do. It just makes me sad because she has set in her mind that being 50, you are suppose to dress a certain way or others will look down on you. Even though she likes a lot of the same clothing I wear (i'm 23), she will always only wear polo and button up shirts and high waisted jeans.

    So, I think, if you still feel confident in your body, wear whatever you like. There is no age restriction on clothing.
  • annabellj
    annabellj Posts: 1,337 Member
    I'm 51 and I don't know what the fashion rules for my age are, so I probably don't follow them. But I live in a rural area and dress pretty casual most of the time. I don't really dress that differently than I ever have, except for work. And lounge pants. I love lounge pants, but we didn't have those back in the 70's.

    What are "miss me jeans"?
    what im wearing im my butt pic lol. I will wear whatever looks good and I like to wear. hell I would dress like a porn star or playboy bunny if I had the bod!
  • AreneeG31
    AreneeG31 Posts: 256 Member
    I wear whatever I feel good in! regardless of what others think! of course my motto is classy not assy! :wink:
  • MelissaE27
    MelissaE27 Posts: 682 Member
    NEVER NEVER NEVER do I wear what Im suppose to my age..lol Im a rebel at heart.. I make my own style as I go.. never know what Im going to wear...I dont plan.. I go as I go.. so I have the big furry purses (my kids hate)... to the stilletos and tight jeans... big bulky jewelry and yessss the scarfs and flowers for my hair.. maybe Im a flower child..lol

    I dont do dressse though not yet... but in time muwhhahahaha lol
  • flsunshine
    flsunshine Posts: 188 Member
    im 31- i still wear jeans from the juniors section as well as t- shirts -- i watch what i buy those with jeans- i cant find jeans in the misses section that fit the way i want them to and i like my tees the fit my body ----
    i dont wear what i call dress up clothes just jeans and shirts maybe a dress or shorts if the weather is warm,
  • perfect_storm
    perfect_storm Posts: 326 Member
    I wear what makes me happy. Screw anybody else's opinion, there are too many varying ones to even start getting concerned about. If I think I look good and am a happy chick... then it's all good in my world.
  • Seminolegirl97
    Seminolegirl97 Posts: 306 Member
    I'm 36 and live in Florida. I dress for the weather. I never shop in the junior section. I dress more age appropriate at work. I have some young 20-somethings that work for me, I do not ever want to show up wearing the same outfit as them. My casual clothes I will buy what I deem "younger" looking shirts and light sweaters. But for the most part, conservative clothes are my thing. I also dress for respect. I want to put my best out there at all times and be respected and respectful of others. I do care what people think, I run into clients in public and others I work with. So I am mindful of that.

    I also have a rule, If I would be embarrassed to wear a certain outfit going out to dinner with my parents, I probably shouldn't be wearing it.
  • khbutterfly
    khbutterfly Posts: 17 Member
    try GAP long and lean jeans - I love them!
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