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I love my knit (jersey) dresses, I just size up a size so that they’re not clingy. These are winter staples for me, especially my cashmere and Merino ones, cotton blends with these are great, too. A knit dress is the most comfy winter outfit ever, with tights or long socks, depending on skirt length, and to go out, I add boots and a wool blazer or coat. I loathe Spandex and can’t wear synthetics, but it’s so hard to find knit dresses without them. I’m a daily dress or skirt outfit wearer, my shape is too unusual to fit trousers and they’re so uncomfortable on me.
Yes, whenever it’s cold enough, I wear opaque tights and my beloved Stuart Weitzman OTK suede boots with my mini skirts/dresses. I like the boots because they make my stick legs look fuller, and, more importantly, they keep me warm. They might not be trendy now, but I don’t care, I never get rid of high-quality leather boots, I just keep on wearing them.
Mini-skirts forever! My legs are that good at age 64, lucky me. It’s genetic, My Mom’s and Grandma’s were great into their 80s. If only I had the luck to have a slim waist, too, but I don’t! My rule was always skirts and shorts no shorter than mid-thigh, even as a teenager, I’m a modest woman, but most ‘“minis” end just a few inches above my knees because I’m short.
I wear “crop tops” a lot. I’m short and very short-waisted and most of these just cover or meet my waistband. I don’t want to show torso skin, so barring that, the shorter the top, the better on me in general. Even petite tops are usually unflatteringly long, I don’t want tops that go down to my thighs! The longest top I’ll wear ends above my hipbones, or I tuck it in. Showing the waist is important for all figures, regardless of size or shape. Big, long tops visually shorten the legs and give a big, block shape to the torso. Proportions are critical in styling.
I love your channel and am delighted when new videos drop! Most helpful recently have been content about elegant and over-60 wardrobe advice. And, having gone gray from medium brunette hair, I am puzzled by the issue of feeling out of balance without my formerly darker hair in contrast my clothes. Also, the gray tricked me into thinking I needed to pair cooler colors with it, which washed out my skin (I'm naturally a warm autumn palette). I love your gray-hair content--so helpful! I'm pulling together my Pinterest boards. Thank you so much for your channel--I'm loving it!
Rather than a mix and match capsule I find having 3-5 complete outfits for each type of activity for each season is simplest. Some items crop up in more than one outfit, but they don't have to. I do still have some extra items from previous outfits which I can use for variations if I want, but if I'm going out for a meal I only have to choose between 3 outfits. If one outfit is fairly plain I can ring the changes with different accessories if I want.
Thank you for your clear and well thought out content. My thought is that if you have worn it once when it was in style in your youth, don't wear it again. Those trends are for the youth who are experimenting and rightly so. But that doesn't mean it is a time for the older generation to revisit their youth. We need to smile and remember how far we have come since then! 😊 Cheers! (and you now have a new subscriber!)
Thank you for the feedback it is greatly appreciated. I’m glad you’ve found it helpful. I do agree for the most part though I do still wear dungarees which I have worn since I was a teenager! I love them haha!
About 20 years ago I bought some heavy jersey knit pull on pants from Michael Kors and White House Black Market. They are more chic than leggings, yet more casual than dress pants. I still have them and wear them. They are black and I will never get rid of them until they fall apart and then I’ll cry. 😂
Haha! See this is the thing if you find that one thing you wear over and over again it is worth every penny and is probably the most sustainable item in your wardrobe because of how many times you’ve worn it
Love your ideas for maintaining style without that sad, "I'm trying to look younger " look. Would love to see/hear more ideas for different climates. I live in a climate that is warm and humid year-round (75-85 F. /24-29 C. highs daily), so most "seasonal" advice doesn't apply here. (Sweaters/jumpers and 3-piece suits are not practical options.) Thoughts for variety within the context of a consistently warm (or cool) environment would be great. Thanks so much - Love you and love your work!
How would you develop a plan for packing for a trip? Do you have any strategies that you use to make good choices for outfits and pieces that look and field great? I often feel like when I’m thinking about what to bring on a trip, it’s very aspirational, like not things that I would wear everyday at home and I’m not sure that always results in a good plan. I often feel like I’ve rather had to over pack because that vacation look requires too many new pieces that I wouldn’t normally wear, or nothing works with anything else that I brought and the things I’m missing are basic pieces. I’ve seems some methods online like the 333 or the 54321. Do you have a method or strategy that works for you or that you like to recommend for clients? Or tips?
This is a very good question and funnily enough one of my next videos is about packing for a trip. I don’t believe in numbers because they don’t take into account the climate, how long you are there or what you plan to do. It’s a lot to write here but you might find this helpful. capsuleclosetstylist.com/travel-capsule-wardrobe/ in addition look out for the next few videos. When do you leave?
Hello very good question. So it depends on how much help you want but a colour analysis and body type guide starts at 199 USD. The best thing to do is to book in for a complimentary consultation with me so I can guide you to what would suit you best. I wouldn’t want to to get a service you do not need. You can book in here calendly.com/capsuleclosetstylist/free-consultation shout if you have any questions. 😊
Oh bless you. This is not uncommon, I know that doesn’t help, but I see it all the time. Shout if you need my help and I we can book in a consultation 😊
I am so glad to have found your channel. Exactly what I was looking for! I am 82 but I don't "feel" old, just "older". I still want to look my best and not become an invisible little old lady, but in an elegant way.
Thank you, I have just come across your channel and I bloody love it 💌. You are so amazing to listen to and make everything so easy to follow. Just going through all your older video 👍. Can you do a video showing putting colours together, especially natural colours (beige/brown/coffee etc). also you mention length of trousers, can you please do a video (sorry if you've already done these) showing if wearing wide leg and Block heels, or high or flats and if wearing straight leg trousers etc. Thank you that me sorted watching your video's for the next few weeks. xx
Thank you for your kind comments yes I will keep this in mind for future content. I have a few lined up at the moment but thank you for the suggestions.
Hi Linda, I presume you are referring to my fabulous hair? I'm sorry if my luscious locks have caused you distress. You see, I have this thick, curly mane that I attempted to tame by straightening it. Then, as luck would have it, a sea mist decided to wreak havoc on my carefully managed hairdo. It's like the ocean had a personal vendetta against my locks! But hey, let's not forget that underneath this marvellous hair, there's a real, live human with feelings. So, would you still say the same thing to my face?
It seems we used to be a kinder, more gentle people. Since a political character at the top started being a mean bully, other people have followed his example and abandoned being nice.
Love your cream flowing trousers but they are too long! Surely they would get filthy and tattered? Personally I love ankle grazers, they look chic and show off both footwear and ankles. Love all the other advice.
Hi Rosemary thank you for your comment. The beauty of building a capsule wardrobe for yourself is that you include what you love. I love my trousers long. I’ve had lots of compliments on them too. I do not like ankle grazers for me as they do not work so well for my height. That’s great they work for you though. This is why it is best to not be swayed away from what works for the individual. I have learnt over the 25 years that I have done this job that we all have different interpretations of style and that is what makes life interesting.
I find it so odd that so many 'celebrity' women like to say that there is a magical age where they say they no longer feel pressure to conform to fashion, beauty etc. or other stress situations when this is clearly not true. They say they know who they are, but they still actually conform. The difference is they understand the rules and they helped set them. I believe it is a form of one upmanship, so it is useful for all of us women who want to look good/better as we get older to have the advice you are giving.
Hi Francesca thank you for the feedback. This is why I suggest the Pinterest boards as it helps the individual create their own style. Shout if you need any help.
Hi Francesca thank you for the feedback. This is why I suggest the Pinterest boards as it helps the individual create their own style. Shout if you need any help.
I got most of them on Etsy. Search up yoga hairbands like this one rstyle.me/+ww2BK3nhvHOCTQZcFlRUkg or this one on Ebay rstyle.me/+qZweFktmaAqnJ_-eErfRfQ
Oh Janet bless you I am sure that is not true ❤️. I had a lady on here tell me my hair looks like an old horses tail yesterday if that makes you feel a little better 😂
never had luck trying to understand my colors, but i tend to stick to a few colors anyway much of the time.. blue, green, black, white and grey.. wish i could do this but i just buy clothes from secondhand shops anyway. maybe i will just purge everything that i don't wear anymore or doesn't look good on me. will feel better if i can just do that.
It is always good to remove what is no longer working for you. It is also better to just stick to a few colours. Take you time with it. Also take a look at my blog there is lots of infor there you might find helpful 😊 capsuleclosetstylist.com/blog/
Women with large busts and broad shoulders look like tanks in blazers or sleeveless dresses. Also hate white shirts and flat loafers. So boring! I wear whatever I like that I can find (or make) in my size. Anyone who does not like it - you are not my friend, you do not even have any manners. Wear what you want! Life is too short! I am in my 70s and enjoying my clothes.
Hello thank you for your comment. You should wear what you want this is a great attitude. In regards to women looking like ‘tanks’ I’m not sure I’d agree because it depends on the style and cut, that said I do agree you should avoid any styles you do not find appealing.
Navy blue was NOT my neutral ages ago with SPRING, pale and golden almost stawberry hair. I was one of the people that was color profiled for the Original Color Me Beautiful book. Navy looks great now! Also black and white for my platinum hair works well now you would think that would be a Winter. I still wear silver and gold.
Hello thank you for your comment. Yes your palette has likely changed. I honestly beleive that most of the standard colour palettes do not work for most people. Get in touch if you need any help and keep experimenting.
Why do you have to have an age, for clothes? What do you personally know about being a 70 y.o., I’m wondering? I’m not 70 and I wouldn’t begin to tell a person in their 70s what to wear.
Good tips but I have a hard time taking advice seriously from someone whose hair looks like an ol horse’s tail… a hairdresser once told me that at least 85% of women do not wear a becoming hairstyle!
Hi Joan, Thank you for your comment. I'm sorry my wild sea hair offends you. Living by the sea has its quirks! But seriously, do you wake up with perfect hair every day? On a more serious note, why do you feel the need to make nasty, derogatory comments to strangers online? You must have been at the hairdressers when the 'just be kind' bus came through town. By the way, I always call out comments like this because they're unacceptable. It's a no-go whether they're aimed at me or anyone else. Thank you for the comment, I am off to share this far and wide Giddy Up! 🐴🐴
I’ll have to schedule time to make my own clothes again. I’m an ice hockey goalie and I can’t find any readymade that doesn’t make me look fat. It’s almost impossible to feel comfortable in anything other than workout clothes because of how my shape has changed.
Oh bless you. Making your own clothes is always a great option. If you need more help book in for a consultation with me or check out the blog as there is loads more help there too. capsuleclosetstylist.com/blog/
My gray is mixed with golden blonde and reddish blonde. Giving the overall effect of silver and gold, when it shines in the sun. I’m loving it. Best thing I ever did was quit coloring my hair.
I never gave up my matching, more or less, accessories, even when it was supposedly “out of style”. I love the classic, restrained look of a same-color, high-quality leather bag, belt and footwear. I so agree about simplicity, about 90% of elegance is just simplicity and restraint, the rest is about quality, classic styles and well-chosen, personally flattering colors. I’ve always preferred a timeless, elegant and classic look and I think it’s the most sustainable. We get extra mileage from classic, simple wardrobe items, they don’t look dated for a long time, and they’re much more versatile than super-trendy, statement items. I always find a few trends I love, but they are always the ones that fit into my classic style framework. The rest I ignore or perhaps adopt a less extreme version, if I like a trend.
My fashion/wardrobe interests: all-natural fiber fabrics and materials, dresses and skirt outfits year-round, classic, elegant, timeless style in mostly light colors and light neutrals, petite styling (I’m the average US woman’s height of 5’4”, US size 6/8 and 125 lbs. (the average US woman is now a chunky size US 16/UK 20)! Both clothes and accessories, Premium High Street price range, please. US-accessible links. I love to support favorite channels by purchasing through their links, but trying to get to British ones is a nightmare. Plus, many brands don’t stock the same items or colors on their US version websites. I spent ages this morning trying to find something I saw on an influencer from M&S, no joy - very typical experience. Thanks, Michelle
Comment to promote videos you like, especially with an emoji - they get extra weight with the algorithm to help promote the channel, its videos will be offered to more viewers with similar interests. Here’s my opinion of your channel, Michele❤❤❤Goodness, I love fashion and wardrobe styling! It’s always been one of my principal creative outlets, along with home decor. It’s my feminine antidote to being a physical scientist, there’s more to a woman’s life than math! Or, to be 🇬🇧, I should say maths!
Re body type. We need body type images that are our age not 20 year olds. I may be slender but my shape (and how clothes fit)is quite different than it once was.
Thank you for your feedback. I will address this in more detail in videos relating directly to body types, as I would not cover everyone in the small section on this video.
The thing about confidence: when menopause hit, people started ignoring me, to the point that they don't even allow me space on the sidewalk. I don't think I walked without condidence or even changed the way I looked, but I became invisible. Now I have decided not to step away from the sidewalk, but it takes extreme amounts of assertiveness, so people walk by me, not even looking at me for a second, or acknowledging me. I don't feel the fault is with me. It reflects society's opinion of mature women
I find this really sad however I do understand what you mean. When I feel like I’m being fobbed off or ignored, I think I take up more space. I feel like that is what we need to do as a collective - take up space and be seen.
I so agree! Somehow we just don’t seem to matter any more. Shops and brands should take more care, we’re the only ones with big budgets to spend! Nit those teenagers who still live at Mom and Dad’s. 🙂
Exactly! Trying to match textures never works (unless pieces were manufactured to match, like a suit pant and jacket). You have to mix textures for it to work.
