Can’t figure out how to dress for your new job or your new curves? Ellecanada.com has the guide to making you look great from your ‘20s through your ‘60s.
Every decade comes with its own set of style challenges. Whether it’s transitioning your look from university to the professional world or figuring out how to dress your changing figure, most women struggle to get the style rules straight. Well, the good news is there are no more rules. “Age is just a number,” stresses Julia Seidl, a Toronto-based stylist. “It’s important to learn your body and discover what looks good on you early on.” Here Seidl shares some invaluable tips on how to look and feel confident in your clothes at any age.
‘20s
Celebrity inspiration: Rihanna
Style mantra: Be experimental
According to Seidl, a woman in her ‘20s has the freedom to try anything and wear it anywhere. “Experimenting with different trends at this stage is fun and totally acceptable,” she says. “Even though a look may not work, it’s fine because there’s no judgment at this age.” But, she warns, save the over-the-top experimenting for the weekend. Ripped jeans and off-the-shoulder tops are not appropriate office wear; but skinny black pants with a billowy blouse and a pair of flats work just fine. It’s important to find that balance.
‘30sCelebrity inspiration: Reese Witherspoon
Style mantra: Be versatile
When a woman reaches her ‘30s, she’s looking to fill more needs with her wardrobe. This is the decade of juggling. “Quality definitely wins over quantity,” Seidl says. If a desire to try out lots of different trends had a woman buying five bags in her ‘20s, Seidl says to choose one great quality bag that will fulfill more needs in your ‘30s. Try a great messenger bag or a beautiful leather tote. By this point, a woman has learned how to dress for her shape, rather than her age. “Don’t be afraid to wear skinny jeans if they still look good on you,” Seidl says.
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