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she tried on a skirt today and asked me what I thought of it. I said it was cute but she's too short (only 5' tall, even) for the length that it is. so she asked me to pin it for her tailor to hem it. I tried to pin it to right at her knees and she freaked out saying she doesn't wear mini skirts ...oh mother. She's super cute and even at her age, can pull off most styles so I don't get it. Anyone else know people like this?
My mom started dressing like an "old lady" when she hit about 48 (she is now 64). Completely unnecessary. I always secretly hope she'll steal clothes from her older sister, who dresses super cute (at age 69) and lives next door.
My aunt is always busting out cute boots, tunics, trendy blouses and jeans and stuff. She looks on trend while still dressing her age. She is always perceived much much younger.
My mom started dressing like an "old lady" when she hit about 48 (she is now 64). Completely unnecessary. I always secretly hope she'll steal clothes from her older sister, who dresses super cute (at age 69) and lives next door.
My aunt is always busting out cute boots, tunics, trendy blouses and jeans and stuff. She looks on trend while still dressing her age. She is always perceived much much younger.
I hope I can be like your aunt! my mom can pull off those looks but she wont' try it! I try to style her and she hates it so I give up and wait for my chance to give my opinion if she asks lol.
Don't knock 'em till you've been there. As a fifty year old woman, let me explain some things to the younger set.
First of all, nothing is more pathetic than a woman dressing too young - it definitely sends the wrong message and can seem desperate. So, women in middle age and beyond do worry about that some.
Secondly, no matter how great a fifty year old woman (and beyond) can look, it takes more effort. To put it bluntly, we have more "problem areas" than we used to - that odd little fat roll that suddenly shows up around our middle after menopause, cellulite even on thin legs because our skin is starting to lose elasticity, little loose flabby parts like the underside of our arms, "back fat" (not fair - no one ever warned me about this!), and one day we wake up and realize that the skin under our chin is getting crepey and wrinkly! Ladies, I hate to break it to you, but after about forty five ANY DAY can bring you an unpleasant surprise from your own body!
Now - I'm saying this as a woman who cleans up nicely. In other words, I can minimize my weaker points -if I dress with that in mind. But gone are the days when I can throw on just about any ol' thing and look good. No - it takes effort now. And good bras. And sometimes a little "give" in the waistband.
In other words, we have to be careful. And we may find something fun and "young" looking, and our daughters (yes, I have two, ages 30 and 28) may be oohing and ahhing and saying, "Mom, don't worry about it - no one even notices those things - it looks great on you!" but...can we enjoy it if we're worried about some flabby part showing up unexpectedly, or if the waistband is so tight we feel like our tummy roll is accentuated? The answer, young ones, is NO.
My mother is lovely at age 74. She looks great for her age. But she won't wear open necklines anymore because she's self conscious about her neck and upper chest. Do I think the wrinkles take away from her beauty and elegance? No, certainly not. But she does - and she's simply not comfortable wearing necklines that allow those things to show.
Young ladies, encourage your moms to update their hairstyle and wardrobe - absolutely. But when your mother digs her heels in over a length, or a neckline, or a tight shirt - don't push her. There are valid REASONS why older women choose some styles - and one day, you will be in their shoes. If you're lucky.
I totally get it and all but my mother doesn't even have wrinkles(maybe a few wrinkles on her face) or loose skin on her legs. Her legs look better than mine! and sure her chin area is sort of loose but her face is so thin (almost like Maria Shriver) that it barely shows. I have noticed that she has some extra weight in the midsection but she's still super tiny and you really can't tell unless you look closely. I guess she hides it well. funny thing is, my mom never says "oh, but my legs are too wrinkly! I can't wear my skirt like that!". she just goes "oh no..I don't wear mini's!" lol.
My advice would be to be positive and encouraging to your mom -but to let her wear what she wants without worrying about your negative reaction.
Let your mom be comfortable.
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...oh mother. She's super cute and even at her age, can pull off most styles so I don't get it. Anyone else know people like this?
