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ClassyTrendy · September 29, 2024

Over 50? Here’s 25 Easy Ways You Can Stay Trendy

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Are you ready to defy stereotypes and embrace your inner trendsetter? Check out this guide and apply these 25 fabulous ways to stay trendy, chic, and utterly fabulous after 50!

Table of Contents

  • Wear a tailored monochromatic outfit
  • Wear puff sleeve tops
  • Wear statement jewelry
  • Opt for ruffles
  • Go for vibrant-colored wrap dresses
  • Wear bright pants
  • Wear a structured blazer
  • Pair jeans and blazers
  • Wear wide leg pants
  • Opt for neutral colors
  • Wear leather pants
  • Wear heeled loafers
  • Wear white sneakers
  • Opt for bright-colored turtleneck tops
  • Wear sheer tops
  • Wear classic prints
  • Wear denim skirt
  • Wear a sheath dress
  • Go for V-neck dresses
  • Wear maxi dresses
  • Wear monochromatic bright colors
  • Wear plaid pants
  • Invest in a good wool blend coat
  • Choose a high-quality white T-shirt

Wear a tailored monochromatic outfit

A monochromatic palette creates a seamless flow from head to toe, enhancing the streamlined silhouette achieved through tailoring. By eliminating contrasting colors, a monochromatic ensemble creates a visual illusion of height and slimness.

Wear puff sleeve tops

Puff sleeve tops feature voluminous sleeves that add structure and dimension to the silhouette.   The puff sleeves evoke a sense of youthful whimsy and playfulness, thus by embracing this trend, you can revitalize your style with a contemporary edge.

Wear statement jewelry

Bold jewelry pieces become transformative accents, directing attention to key features and crafting focal points within your attire. Be it a chunky necklace, oversized earrings, or a striking cocktail ring, these pieces wield the power to turn any outfit into a head-turning statement.

Opt for ruffles

Far from being reserved for the young, ruffles offer an ever-trending appeal that transcends generational boundaries. Ruffles add a dynamic and multidimensional element to an outfit, creating movement and visual interest that captivates the eye.

Go for vibrant-colored wrap dresses

Wrap dresses are renowned for their figure-flattering design, and vibrant colors add an extra dimension of visual interest. Vibrant colors inject energy and optimism into your look, defying stereotypes, while the wrap design foregrounds your curves and pulls off an hourglass shape.

Wear bright pants

Bright pants serve as a bold expression of chromatic confidence, injecting vibrancy and energy into your outfit. Wearing pants in bright colors sends a powerful message that age is no barrier to embracing bold and expressive fashion choices.

Wear a structured blazer

At the core of a structured blazer lies its sharp lines and precise cuts, culminating in a well-refined and classy demeanor. The precise tailoring of this blazer ensures a structured silhouette, while its transformative effect powerfully revamps any basic outfit with minimal effort.

Pair jeans and blazers

The structured silhouette and formal aura of a blazer contrast beautifully with the casual, relaxed fit of jeans, creating a well-balanced and polished look that’s ideal for any setting or occasion.

Wear wide leg pants

Unlike skinny jeans, wide-leg pants provide comfort without sacrificing style, allowing you to move freely and confidently throughout the day. The voluminous silhouette creates movement and dimension, drawing attention to your lower half, and the wide cut lengthens your legs.

Opt for neutral colors

Neutrals such as ivory, beige, taupe, or charcoal help you create a chic and tasteful look that transcends fleeting trends and remains eternally fashionable. Neutral colors accentuate the clean lines and impeccable tailoring of garments and simplify the process of outfit coordination.

Wear leather pants

By embracing the trend of wearing leather pants, you can demonstrate your fearless approach to fashion and your willingness to experiment with bold and unconventional looks. Leather pants offer a contemporary edge that upgrades any outfit, giving urban chic and rebellious flair.

Wear heeled loafers

The sleek silhouette and clean lines of the loafer design, coupled with the subtle lift of the heel, allow you to enjoy the comfort of flats while adding a touch of refinement. Heeled loafers provide a modern update to the classic loafer silhouette, injecting a trendy edge into your getup.

Wear white sneakers

White sneakers may be among the most basic footwear choices but when it comes to versatility and timelessness, they are unrivaled. Their crisp white hue brightens your look and adds a dash of sophistication in a snap, while the sleek design lends a contemporary edge to your outfit.

Opt for bright-colored turtleneck tops

Going for bright-colored turtleneck tops celebrates youthful spirit and displays your fashion-forward ability to stay ahead of the curve. Choosing bright colors adds a trendy twist to this classic style, showcasing your modern sensibility while maintaining a refined aesthetic.

Wear sheer tops

Sheer tops offer a delicate balance of coverage and transparency, allowing you to reveal a hint of skin in a tasteful and sophisticated manner. They also enrich your ensemble with lightness and airiness, making them an ideal pick for warmer weather or transitional seasons.

Wear classic prints

Wearing classic prints lends a sense of nostalgia while maintaining a fresh aesthetic, proving that age is no barrier to embracing timeless style. By strategically placing prints like polka dots on garments, you can highlight your best features while camouflaging any areas of concern. 

Wear denim skirt

The structured design of a denim skirt maintains its shape throughout the day, offering a trendy look without sacrificing comfort. Plus, the tailored fit of a denim skirt accentuates the waist and hips, creating a flattering silhouette that revamps your natural curves and proportions.

Wear a sheath dress

Sheath dresses are renowned for their tailored fit, which flatters a woman’s curves without being overly clingy. The soft and stretchy fabrics commonly used in sheath dresses ensure ease of movement and all-day comfort, allowing you to go about your daily activities with confidence.

Go for V-neck dresses

The angular shape of the V that’s present in this dress creates the illusion of an elongated neckline and emphasizes your collarbones and décolletage. By drawing other people’s eye to your upper body and neckline, the V-neck dress can help you flaunt a more hourglass-like figure,

Wear maxi dresses

Maxi dresses render ample coverage while still allowing you to showcase your unique style. The floor-length hemline of a maxi dress offers modesty and discretion while maintaining a relaxed fit that ascertains comfort and freedom of movement no matter where your day takes you.

Wear monochromatic bright colors

By sticking to a single color palette from head to toe, you create an uninterrupted vertical line that visually lengthens the body. Moreover, wearing monochromatic bright colors enables effortless coordination, allowing you to pull off stylish and cohesive outfits with minimal effort. 

Wear plaid pants

Here’s why plaid pants keep you trendy – the distinctive crisscross pattern of plaid adds visual intrigue to your outfit, creating a voguish getup that never goes out of style. The eye-catching pattern of plaid draws attention to your lower half, making it a focal point of your outfit.

Invest in a good wool blend coat

A wool blend coat is quite versatile, providing warmth during the colder months while remaining lightweight and breathable. By investing in a wool-blend coat with expert craftsmanship and attention to detail, you can achieve a well-put-together look that levels up your natural beauty.

Choose a high-quality white T-shirt

Opting for a high-quality white T-shirt means selecting one that’s made from luxurious fabrics that offer both comfort and style, such as organic cotton or linen. Incredibly versatile, a high-quality white T-shirt easily shifts from casual with jeans to stylish when paired with a skirt.

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Hello there! My name is Chi Li, 5'2", founder of PETITE DRESSING, the clothing line for women 5'4" & under. Are you petite and have you been frustrated with what to wear?
This is an issue few truly understand and even fewer brands truly address.
Being petite myself, I have been writing about fashion for short women since 2016 and my brand petitedressing.com has touched the lives of millions.
My styling concepts for petite women not only focus on the perfect fit but also on flattering & elongating the petite frame for a lean silhouette, optimizing the proportions.
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