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ClassyTrendy · December 9, 2024

25 Ways to Wear Tops and Pants That Make You Look Fashionable After 60

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Fashion becomes an exquisite canvas for self-expression and sophistication, especially when it comes to styling or pairing tops and pants. In this styling guide, you’ll see different pairings that are all curated to celebrate the beauty, grace, and personality of women over 60. 

Table of Contents

  • Flowy sleeve blouse and flared pants
  • Knit top with voluminous sleeves and beige pants
  • Boatneck long sleeve top and khaki flare pants
  • Button-down with vertical stripes and navy pants
  • Blouse with flowy sleeves and palazzo pants
  • Honeycomb knit sweater and beige pants
  • Cable knit turtleneck sweater and brown pants
  • Bronze wrap blouse and black pants
  • Matching burgundy blouse and wide-leg pants
  • V-neck chiffon blouse and flat front pants
  • Printed top and wide leg pants
  • Striped shirt and pleated wide leg pants
  • Lilac tank top and white pants
  • Blue button top and beige pants
  • Boho ruffled top and flared pants
  • Red Shirt and Beige Pants
  • White vest and belted green pants
  • Wrap Blouse and Black Pants
  • Short-sleeve V neck top and teal wide-leg pants
  • Long cardigan and white pants
  • Monochromatic white linen top and pants
  • Yellow wrap top and white pleated pants
  • Red three-fourths top and cropped wide leg pants
  • Knit sweater and crop pants

Flowy sleeve blouse and flared pants

Let’s start with something that screams drama in the best way possible—pairing a flowy sleeve blouse with flared pants. The blouse with its soft, flowy sleeves adds an element of grace and movement, while the flared pants create that perfect balance by elongating your legs and adding a bit of retro flair.

Knit top with voluminous sleeves and beige pants

If you’re in the mood to play with textures and volumes, we recommend pairing a knit blouse with voluminous sleeves and beige pants. It is the ideal blend of soft and bold—voluminous sleeves give you that playful, on-trend edge, while the beige pants keep everything grounded in classic elegance.

Boatneck long sleeve top and khaki flare pants

A boatneck top paired with khaki flare pants is a foolproof way to look polished and fashionable. The boatneck top is the secret weapon here – it highlights your collarbone, giving you that refined, elongated neck, the flare pants do wonders for lengthening your legs, and the structured silhouette of the pants adds a tailored feel.

Button-down with vertical stripes and navy pants

If you’re aiming for sleek and polished, a button-down with vertical stripes paired with navy pants is your answer. The vertical stripes not only add visual interest but also create a slimming effect by elongating your torso; meanwhile, the navy pants are classic and versatile, adding just the right amount of structure to the outfit.

Blouse with flowy sleeves and palazzo pants

Looking for an outfit that combines comfort with high fashion? A blouse with flowy sleeves paired with palazzo pants is your go-to – the flowy sleeves add movement and grace to your upper body, while the wide-legged palazzo pants create a stunning, elongated figure.

Honeycomb knit sweater and beige pants

Sometimes, it’s all about keeping things cozy yet fashionable, and a honeycomb knit sweater paired with beige pants nails that vibe. The texture of the honeycomb knit adds dimension to your outfit, making it more visually interesting, while the beige pants keep the look neutral and refined.

Cable knit turtleneck sweater and brown pants

There’s something so irresistibly cozy yet refined about a cable knit turtleneck sweater paired with brown pants. The turtleneck elongates your neck and draws attention to your face, the cable knit texture adds warmth and visual interest, and brown pants add depth and richness to the outfit while balancing the volume of the sweater.

Bronze wrap blouse and black pants

When you’re feeling like making a statement but still want to keep things elegant, a bronze wrap blouse paired with black pants is the way to go. The wrap blouse is a total figure-flatterer – it cinches at the waist, creating an hourglass-like silhouette, while the luxurious bronze color gives you that glowing, radiant look.

Matching burgundy blouse and wide-leg pants

Opting for a matching burgundy blouse and wide-leg pants creates a cohesive and stylish ensemble that is sure to turn heads. The monochromatic look elongates the silhouette and creates a seamless flow from top to bottom, making women over 60 appear taller and slimmer. 

V-neck chiffon blouse and flat front pants

The blouse’s V-neckline flatters and visually extends your frame, creating a slimming effect. Its delicate chiffon fabric adds femininity and sophistication, complemented by the clean, tailored finish of the flat-front pants.

Printed top and wide leg pants

Pairing a printed top with wide-leg pants presents a sophisticated and distinctive aesthetic. The inclusion of interesting prints evokes a sense of nostalgia and artistic flair, while the choice of wide-leg pants ensures both comfort and elegance. 

Striped shirt and pleated wide leg pants

The structured silhouette of the wide-leg pants elongates the legs and produces a flattering shape, whereas the vertical stripes of the shirt draw the eye upward, adding height and creating a slimming effect. 

Lilac tank top and white pants

The soft contrast between the lilac tank top and white pants immediately catches the eye, adding a youthful and energetic vibe to the outfit. Lilac is a subtle, feminine color that oozes gentleness and radiance, while white brings freshness and sophistication.

Blue button top and beige pants

Blue and beige are both classic and versatile colors that complement each other beautifully. The soft blue hue of the top adds depth and contrast and the buttons lend interesting details, while the soft beige tone provides a neutral backdrop that allows the navy top to stand out.

Boho ruffled top and flared pants

A boho ruffled top exudes a free-spirited and laid-back vibe that adds personality to the outfit. However, the flared silhouette of the pants balances out the volume of the ruffled top, creating a flattering and proportionate look.

Red Shirt and Beige Pants

Red and beige also create a visually pleasing harmony that can make you look more youthful and bright. Try going for red tones with soft coral undertones for a more refreshing look.

White vest and belted green pants

White serves as a neutral base, allowing the vibrant green pants to pop, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of the outfit. The structured nature of the white vest provides a counterbalance to the belted green pants, while the belted feature of the pants defines the waistline.

Wrap Blouse and Black Pants

The way a wrap blouse cinches at your waist can really help bring your body into a balanced proportion. Pair it with black pants for a further slimming effect.

Short-sleeve V neck top and teal wide-leg pants

The neckline of a short-sleeve V-neck top is incredibly flattering and emphasizes the collarbone, adding a hint of femininity to the outfit. The teal color of the pants injects a vibrant pop of color, whereas the wide-leg design gives a flowing, voluminous shape that elongates your legs.

Long cardigan and white pants

A long cardigan boasts sophistication to the outfit as its elongated profile creates a streamlined, figure-flattering look while providing warmth and comfort. Coupled with white pants, you’ll pull off a simple yet chic look that can easily be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.

Monochromatic white linen top and pants

By sticking to one color throughout the outfit, you’re pulling off a cohesive, fashionable, and streamlined appearance that is both chic and ageless. Indeed, both the linen top and pants can be tailored to flatter your unique figure, and they drape on your body very comfortably.

Yellow wrap top and white pleated pants

A yellow wrap top paired with white pleated pants creates a harmonious color palette that gives off positivity. The wrap top adds a dynamic element to the outfit with its flattering V-neckline, and the pleated texture of the white pants contrasts with the smoothness of the wrap top.

Red three-fourths top and cropped wide leg pants

The three-fourths sleeve length of the top offers a balance between coverage and breathability, while the vibrant hue adds an eye-catching element. The cropped length of the pants spotlights the ankles, while the wide-leg silhouette adds movement, resulting in a fashion-forward getup.

Knit sweater and crop pants

There’s something interesting about the textural contrasts of a knit sweater with crop pants. The sweater’s snug knit embraces warmth and comfort, contrasting with the tailored crispness of the crop pants, which radiate structural elegance. 

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