8 Common Mistakes that Make you look 10 Years Older 

Once you get older you'll understand the choices "women of a certain age" make. We don't care about defining our waist. We definitely don't want to wear shoes without an arch support. And we can really rock a tunic! You'll find (eventually) that as women age we dress for ourselves... not for current fashion trends, other people, to look thin or tall or proportionate or youthful. We care about comfort and our own sense of style.

I really think we need to stop the narrative of ‘looking young’ equals good and ‘looking old’ equals bad. I’m 57 and I love being this age - I feel free-er and happier in my skin and I dress how the hell I want and don’t give a chuff what anyone else thinks. I don’t want to look ‘young’ I want to be me and I’m not trying to impress anyone but myself 😁

RE: avoiding chunky shoes. So easy for a young person to say! I’m sorry to report that as you get older, even the “flats” you recommend are often uncomfortable because they offer zero support and insufficient cushioning. It’s not just a high heel that makes a shoe uncomfortable - structure matters, too! I’ll also add that it is hard to find a stylish, youthful shoe if your feet are wider than average.

Great advice, but I decided that I don't mind looking older. I feel wiser for choosing the most comfortable clothing and shoes that won't cause me foot problems later.

I don't dress to look younger, I dress to look good. Many of these tips are important to looking my best. Xoxo 😘

It gets harder to define the waist, when you no longer have one

Nothing makes a woman look as old as worry and self-dissatisfaction. In my opinion, the best accessory is a friendly (or at least, relaxed) smiling face. If my clothes are clean and comfortable, and pleasing to MY eye, I don't care if they make me look old, short, or fat to someone else (if someone else is that focused on my appearance, they need to get a hobby).

I love the sense of humor and play you inject into your videos. Always right on target with great information but still lots of fun. Thank you.

I'm a 4'11" 54 yr old and I'll stick to my punk/alternative/boho/rock style and my brightly coloured hair. This includes tunic length tops and floor length maxi dresses as well as lots of black! Never been told I look old or frumpy so I guess I'm doing something right lol

I love my Birkenstocks and never giving them up wear them in the house and casual settings🦋

Honestly, to me the clothes you advise don't make you look younger at all. They just look like someone who prefers fitted clothes. The first examples were perfectly lovely, and in some cases--like the bold prints instead of the pale one--less like someone trying to look younger. What makes people look younger is clear, dewy skin, few wrinkles, vibrant energy, and enthusiastically wearing the clothes they enjoy. But that's just me, though.

I’m a huge fan of the midi length for dresses and skirts. In fact, I adore the look with the animal print skirt and white flats. It’s a classic look that I’m not willing to let go of-not now, in my mid 30’s, not ever 💕

I'm 54 and I practically live in A-line maxi dresses and loose fitting tiered ankle-length dresses in all colours and prints. I pair these with simple ballets, flat strappy sandals or elevated slip-on sneakers or platform heels, depending on my mood and the occasion. I never define my waist except when I occasionally put on wide legged jeans or trousers. I team these with tops tailored to just about hit my waistline as I do not like the "trend" of half tucks, front tucks, etc. or I wear a blouson with an elasticised waistline. Did someone mention that statement jewellery makes you look dated? My arms are always loaded with bracelets and bangles and my rings are big enough to hurt someone's jaw should the need ever arise😁. My earrings and necklaces are kept simple unless the outfit calls for it. I must mention though that I do have 5 piercings on each ear and except for the principal hole in my lobes, the other four holes permanently sport a tiny diamond stud each. I've dressed more or less this way from my mid twenties ever since I became a mother. Earlier I used to wear flowing skirts too but now I find a one piece dress more convenient. I'm 5'2" btw and I feel that a one piece flowy maxi dress, without defining the waist, makes one look taller. People don't need to know where my bum starts and ends 😂. I dress for my comfort basically but the plus is that I'm often mistaken for being much younger and also taller than I actually am. I detest blazers and I have never liked them on a woman, tall or short. Maybe it's because of my 10 years in boarding school wearing it as uniform 😉. For work I prefer a long coat /shrug from chiffon to cotton to wool, depending on the season. We older ladies need to be confident and comfortable in our skins and dress for ourselves. Don't let the world dictate how you should look and feel about your body. Just be yourselves and be happy 😁. Every year added to our lives is a blessing. Let's all embrace it with love, laughter and gratitude. Bless you all ❤️.

The critiques you give and the suggestions you have make good sense for women that have somehow managed to get older and somehow retain a thinner shape. But a lot of these things don't work for women who have gone through menopause and now don't recognize their bodies and therefore are trying to hide the new belly that they have inherited or the extra pounds that have landed so generously on the hips and thighs. These things we are now trying to gracefully cover up and it's a tricky thing, especially in the SUMMER. uggh!

I’ve been living in loose dresses lately and love them, especially the swing kind in 5’1 120# 59 years old ….to each their own 😃

There is nothing wrong with being older. We don't have to continually strive to look younger.

Why do people wear tunic tops? In my case it is to cover a lower belly pouch. So tucking a top in just reveals the lumps!

When you get older your shape changes and you may have a few aches and pains .. you want to look good but comfortable … you find what makes you feel good .. as you age you feel more confident to embrace your own choice and not feel having to follow fashion trends is important. If you are happy with how you look and feel then that is all that matters. Go for it!

I’m thin and old (63) I love tunics. I think they are cute. Nothing is going to make me look younger because I’m an older woman. When I was young, I saw what I thought was a very young woman , from the back. But then she turned around. She was old and I thought yikes.

I always wear tunics and capris since I was 11 years old. They're what looks best on me, and always received compliments from friends. I used to be the popular girl at school even. I'm 28 now and everytime I try to use high wasted pants + tucked shirt I look like I was flattened from the head and stretched on the sides. Also, I don't care about looking short. For those who are reading this comment, please consider your body and your gut first, and test things out.

I think you forget that a lot of older women have a tummy. Tucking your top into your jeans emphasizes exactly that which we need to hide.

I think people should just wear what they feel most comfortable in, Not everywhere and every day has to be a fashion show.

Great tips as usual, but the highest credit goes to the different characters introduced, so funny and creative. You are a perfect mix between personal stylist and stand-up comedian. Keep it up both ways! 🫶

hahahhahahaha. Your Anita character was hilarious! I know these videos are more fashion education, but if you could create a group of specific characters that you reuse for comedic purposes, you can have a comedy gold mine here. Edit: and sometimes you have crossovers! Some of these reoccurring characters would interact with each other.

01:05 Tunics 02:04 Capri Pants 02:40 Chunky Shoes 04:16 Pleated Pants 04:49 Load Prints 05:22 All Black 06:15 Midi Length

You really are the "complete package"! Smart, talented, kind, pretty--and funny! Please don't ever change. ♥️

I love capris. That's why I make my own. I can have them hit right below my knee at the slimmest spot. Rtw, I usually alter if I can.

I would rather look older and be comfortable.

I’m not petite, but this is one of my favorite channels. So funny, and the advice is practical and works even for tall women.

Great advice, Chi! I love tunics and I'm learning to style them better to make them work for me. Thanks for the guide!

Well I like the long blouses helps hid my stomach some of us are not thin and need frumpy blouses . Yes I’m 55 and need comfort also especially in this hot 🥵 heat !!

I don’t understand all of the negative comments. I’m 63 years young and found this very informative and helpful. I appreciate your hard work at putting this together, and I see so many women my age dressing “frumpy” - especially with wide Capri pants that end midway at the calf and Croc-like/Birkenstock shoes that are so unflattering.....Thank you for this ;-)

Sorry I'd take the birkenstocks ...they are timeless. Chunky shoes are in and can look young and stylish if styled correctly. Tunics can also look great and they help hid a tummy...not everyone is slim enough to tuck their shirt in the front. CONFIDENCE IS EVERYTHING WHEN IT COMES TO FASHION!

I like my capris and my tunics and at 70 years old, I think they are a wise choice.

Love your tips and your thoughtful advice, love your videos, I smile from beginning to the end of them, such a good sense of humor ❤

I am over 65 and can still rock it in Dolce Gabbana I love the way Italian women dress

The one about loud prints is so true! Every time I see Lily Pulitzer clothing, it makes the model look so old. One more item I'd like to add to this list is STATEMENT JEWELRY!!! That's going to age you!

I am in my 40s, what I have learned is that the simplest way to dress with times is to shop from youth section but bigger size since most of us put on weight as we grow older. Also, I think most of these suggestions are good if you were living in year 2004.

I’m in my eighties and still can find clothes that comfortable and stylish, comfort doesn’t translate to dowdy. Seems to me some use their age as an excuse to let themselves go. I’m going to put a little shape around the waist area thanks for the tip

Glad I reached the age where I can throw some of those "looking youthful" ideas away... Go ahead and embrace your age! It is alright to realize that nothing is going to change the facts of aging! You can still be youthful by your personality!

I love to listen to you and your ideas. However, I know my body and it's problems and I am not worried about my age. Love tunics with v-neck and 3/ 4 sleeves. Thank you.

What if you have a pouch?tucking in dont look good

I love midi-length dresses and skirts

The characters you play are THE BEST!!! Tunics are so aging!! We don't want to dress for the age we will be in a decade or more!!! Booooo!!!!! Since I found the French tuck, I feel so much more stylish and confident!!!

Those shoes would not work with the foot problems many women develop as they get older. Big fail.

I can't agree with this. Not everyone can define the weist (especially when you just don't have one) :) In some cases it's better to hide the waist but open legs, or arms, or shoulders. And the birkenstocks, maybe it's culture difference. But in Eastern Europe I see that young women prefer wear birkenstocks, sneakers, flat sandals with dresses or skirts, while they moms fear that a lot and try to wear pumps or ballets. I can't say ballets are good for everyone. Sometimes taking it easy is what makes you younger.

Just want to feel comfortable 💕

I love the comments, you actually learn a lot from them..

I agree with all these tips, especially the tunic and capri pants worn together. But, I love my knit swing dresses and Birkies for hot days at home.

Dressing is about defining your own style and comfort

Looove your sense of humor!! So right on! ❤

Your sense of humor is top tier. Thank you for the beautiful combination of laughter with learning. 😂🤔

Chi, I love your skits; they are so funny! Your tips are so helpful for the person establishing their personal style, so thank you!

Thanks for your great humor and advice. Im hijabi and wear tunic most of the time. I add a slim belt and kinda tuck it under a little to make it looks like a "peplum" top for more definition. If you are okay with big wide korset look belt, then it will be beautiful. Tunics are forgivable if they have minimal pattern, belt, and bold shoulder area design (puffed, balloon, sailor, etc). Shortly, don't buy tunic 😅

😂 You’re so funny!! The commitment to that designer character was perfect.

These are all clever suggestions! thanks.

You’ve nailed my pet hates - capris, tunics and loud prints with high contrast! I’m 62 and I don’t want to wear pants that make my legs shorter, I don’t want to wear tunics to cover my bum and I look much better in mid to low contrast prints. Trying to find designs that aren’t made for a 20 year old is challenging

I'm 26 and I wear chunky shoes/sandals with straps. For everyday use they're the best! I don't have to worry about them getting off my feet while I'm running to catch a bus/train/metro. I don't have to worry about someone else stepping on my shoes mid step while I'm walking in crowded areas. 😅 Of course, we can dress up for special occasion. But everyday comfort >> fashion, for me atleast.

I need to ‘vent’ here. You see… I’m 76, petite ( been getting shorter over the years😢) thus am now just under 5 feet. Many have complimented me of my looks , simple but nice clothes, etc & I look many years younger than my age. Recently, a friend who is also slim & tad shorter than me commented that my dresses/ skirts are too short. They are usually knee- length or about 2 inches below my knees🤔 She wears hers about 4 inches below her knees & she feels that she looks great 🙃 I won’t change my wardrobe just because of her comment.

As we get older, we shy away from trends, which also leaves us stuck in a dressing rut, and honestly, in my case, has left me more confused than ever. I have a young adult daughter who will often give me the side eye regarding what I am wearing (yep I purchased a lot of tunics over the past 20 years to hide my post baby waist). I don’t want to dress like I’m in my 20s, but as I age into my 50s and beyond, I still want to look and feel attractive and put together, not frumpy and out of date. I also love that the younger generation’s approach to style and these style tips embrace that we don’t have perfect bodies. Thank you for these fun and informative videos!

As long as i feel comfortable,i didn' t really care about my fashion,🌸☕️

I love your advice. Overnight I just thought I should turn into my mother. Thank you for reminding me I am not her or her age and can wear what makes me look and feel comfortable, instead of frumpy.

There are some really cute tunics out there. And I have saw women of all ages wear them.

I am 60 and 4’11” these are great. People say I’m youthful but self conscious about post menopause weight gain

You can wear tunics that are scaled for petites, then cinch tunics with the bracelet/ rubber band hack to create a waist. Birkenstocks now have thinner strap styles that look less bulky.

I think it's important to dress for your body type and wear the right size . Too many wear skin tight tops and pants thinking you look thinner ( which is great for perfect bodies) but most only accentuate the bumps and rolls . I'm older ( in my 60's) and love to look fashionable in both my clothing and hair . Life's too short to be dowdy 🙂

She is so cute! I love how she delivers this message

You are so funny! These are so sad, but true. I need to completely overhaul my closet. Thank you so much for your tips!

Hi Chi! Would you please make a video of how to wear shorts. Thank u. I love your videos.

I get the issue with the tunic, BUT for someone like me who has lower abdomen hanging skin from pregnancy, it works.

Tunics are nice

Just retired, but not trying to look like it! I love these tips! Thanks!

Great tips. I fell into the tunic tops for a while, but learned long ago to half tuck to make them look better!

Can you do a video about presentable outfits at home for petite

Thank you for the information.

RU-vid suggested your channel, so glad it did! I loved this!!! I am far from petite 5’8’ large boned but I learned so much from this, it was great!

Tunic tops: If you're sure you'll never tunic them again you can cut them shorter. That way there won't be so much bulk when you took them in, especially for the thicker, knit, Winter ones. Match the length to a shirt that fits you well when tucked in, cut about an inch to an inch and a half longer, fold up, and hem. (if you're sewing skills aren't perfect, or you have to just hand stitch the hem, no worries, it's tucked in so no one will see!). if you are nervous about what the right length is, don't cut as much off, and then try tucking it and wearing it around the house, you can then adjust for the proper length. Just don't forget to cut it about an inch and a half longer so you can make the hem. If the tunic is really loose width wise, and you are a friend's sewing skills are good, you could also bring the within from the underarms to the hem so it won't be so bulky sidewise. That's a little bit trickier, so be careful if you want to do that as well.

You’re so right, Chi!

thanks! this will help, coz i am so picky with dresses! More power to your channel!

I'm not even petite, and I loved your video, because hey, we all want to elongate our body, and I'm only 5'6" and shrinking. You have a great sense of humor as well as your tips. I can't wait to see more advanced tips!

I am tall and slim and I still find your channel really useful and current, especially regarding the tummy/ midlife body tips! Thanks for the perfect tempo, too. I never skip forward in your videos because they are so packed with good information!

Chi, love your videos. You are so funny too. I agree with all the points in this video- except the Birkinstocks! They may be "ugly", but whether you're 16 or 86, they add that cool factor if worn correctly.

Thank you . Totally agree.

This is why I love boots! Knee or ankle ones They seem a lot comfier than some narrow or scrappy shoes

I don't think it's an "old" look to try to conceal certain body parts. We all have our reasons. Capris are universally unflattering at all ages. Yet some still wear them because it's comfortable and likable.

OK, that was hysterical. "Anita Anitawa" LOL. I agree with everything you said. You might want to expand on the shoe thing. I see so many women with horrid shoes. It might be nice to have alternative shoes that are both fashionable and comfortable, besides flats. Flats aren't always the most comfortable for some people. Thank you.

I do have to say some tunic tops that are well made actually do look good on some women, personally I think it depends on the style and cut , what you wear with the top. I do enjoy your channel and have picked up some tips, thank you for your videos

I am so glad I found your channel Chi. I am 5'4 and I really love seeing all your videos and detailed information on how to wear clothing and accessories for women of our height. I look forward to all your new videos. 👍🙂

This was sooo good! Each point is something I’ve never heard before. I’m 26 and my husband told me I already dress like a grandma… so I needed this 😉💕

Omg...love this! So true!

Thanks!

Really good tips!

Great video!!! I have learned so much about dressing for my 5’2” frame from you-always good content. Thanks for all you do.

Finally someone with fashion sense! Sadly, all of the ‘wrongs’ are applied to plus size fashion too, and it NEVER looks nice. I remember being a teen in the mid 2000s, and here in South America they were pushing tunics with high contrast and big prints as ‘teen plus size fashion’, it was such a miserable experience trying to find anything fashionable and age appropriate (Anita Anitawa was probably an intern back then, and convinced her boss that it was a good idea lol). You have great tips, and even if I’m not really petite (I’m 163cm), I find all of these such great advice. I highly support the ‘define waist’ and ‘avoid high contrast/bold prints’, it always makes me look proportional and taller, especially as a plus size hourglass.

Thank you for your videos, very informative and your funny and smart.

Thanks for the nice tips.

Guess you got it right! I'm 26 and thought you were maybe 5 years older than me.

I love watching these, but now being 62, I’ve totally changed and most of the time don’t care a whole lot. I rarely wear black anymore, but not because I don’t love it, it’s because when you have gray hair, your skin changes also and black just looks harsh. Now I stick with navy and it looks great! And shoes..... shoes are a huge problem when you’re older. You have to take care of your feet when you’re young or you will regret wearing those heels and “toe squishers.” :D Now for the most part, I just try to look nice and be comfortable. Fashion doesn’t matter so much as you get older. :)

Thank you for the great tips, your by far my favourite fashion expert.

Thank you..interesting and very helpful..