"Looking Old" and experts' advice
There's a small industry on social media poised to warn any woman past 50 how to dress to avoid "looking old; a few weeks ago, You Tube hurled a lineup at me me as if I were a 300-year old redwood. I spent an hour or so watching these vlogs to investigate what experts thought was ageing us besides years lived. The general consensus is that certain patterns (florals, both too tiny and too bold), baggy tops worn over trousers, buttoned shirts fastened right to the neck, matchy ensembles (e.g , tracksuits) and chunky comfort sandals reek of geriatric resignation. There are particular dislikes: shiny synthetic fabrics, the absence of belts, drawstring waists, capris, statement necklaces, clogs. Brands in their crosshairs: Soft Surroundings, Chico's, J. Jill, Talbot's, and (brace yourself, fans) Eileen Fisher. Today, a review of some, definitely biased by whether they confirm what I think. 10 Fashion Mistakes That Age You More Than Wrinkles (17 min.) Leonie Barlow, Th...
