Style doesn’t have an expiration date, but our fashion needs do evolve as we mature. Finding the right balance between comfort and trendiness becomes more important after 60. These simple style adjustments can help you look more youthful without trying too hard or compromising on comfort.
1. Update Your Eyewear
Those outdated frames might be adding years to your appearance. Modern, lighter frames in complementary shapes can brighten your face dramatically.
Consider clear or colored acetate frames instead of heavy metal ones. They’ll instantly refresh your look while still being practical.
2. Revamp Your Hairstyle
Hair that moves and has layers creates a more youthful appearance than stiff, helmet-like styles. Ask your stylist for a cut with gentle movement and soft layers.
Consider subtle highlights around your face to brighten your complexion. The dimension adds a youthful glow!
3. Switch to Well-Fitted Jeans
Nothing ages a look faster than baggy, shapeless denim. Straight-leg or slight boot-cut jeans that skim your curves look infinitely more modern and flattering.
Dark washes minimize problem areas while creating a sleeker silhouette. Pair with a tucked or semi-tucked top for maximum effect.
4. Lighten Up Your Makeup
Heavy foundation settles into lines and can look aging. Switch to lightweight BB creams or tinted moisturizers that provide coverage while letting your skin breathe.
Cream blushes and highlighters create a dewy, youthful glow instead of the matte, powdery finish that can age you.
5. Ditch the Matchy-Matchy Sets
Matching sets can look dated and matronly. Instead, try coordinating separates in complementary colors for a more contemporary vibe.
Mixing textures like silk with denim or linen with leather creates visual interest. This styling approach feels much more current than perfectly matched outfits.
6. Play With Proportions
Voluminous tops paired with slim bottoms (or vice versa) create visual interest and a more contemporary silhouette. This styling trick draws attention away from areas you’re less confident about.
Try wide-leg pants with a fitted top or a flowy blouse with straight-leg trousers. Balance is key!
7. Incorporate Modern Prints
Small, busy patterns can look outdated. Opt for contemporary prints in moderate sizes – geometric patterns, abstract designs, or updated florals work beautifully.
Limiting prints to one piece per outfit keeps the look sophisticated. A printed scarf or blouse paired with solids creates perfect balance.
8. Refresh Your Shoe Collection
Dated footwear instantly ages your entire look. Replace chunky comfort shoes with sleeker options that still prioritize comfort – many brands now offer stylish shoes with cushioned support.
Metallic flats, low block heels, and modern loafers all provide comfort while looking current and chic.
9. Update Your Necklines
High, closed necklines can add years to your appearance. V-necks, scoop necks, and open collars draw the eye vertically and create a more youthful, elongated look.
These flattering necklines also provide the perfect backdrop for statement necklaces that brighten your complexion.
10. Invest in Quality Fabrics
Cheap fabrics can look aging even when the style is current. Natural materials like cotton, linen, silk, and fine wool drape better and look more expensive.
Quality fabrics also typically last longer and become more comfortable with wear. They’re worth the investment for pieces you’ll wear frequently.
11. Streamline Your Silhouette
Overly loose, shapeless clothing adds visual weight and years. Clothes that skim (not cling to) your body create a more polished, youthful appearance.
Look for pieces with subtle shaping or strategic seaming. Even relaxed styles should have some structure to look intentional rather than sloppy.
12. Try Monochromatic Dressing
Wearing one color head-to-toe creates a long, lean line that’s instantly slimming and sophisticated. The key is mixing textures within your chosen color to add dimension.
Navy, burgundy, forest green, and other rich hues work beautifully for this technique. Even neutrals like beige can look luxurious when layered thoughtfully.
13. Reconsider Your Handbag
Oversized bags can overwhelm your frame while tiny purses might look disproportionate. A medium-sized structured bag in a current shape looks most modern.
Consider crossbody styles for everyday practicality. They distribute weight evenly while keeping your hands free – both stylish and functional!
14. Add Thoughtful Layers
Layering adds dimension and interest to outfits while providing practical temperature control. Open-front cardigans, unstructured jackets, and lightweight scarves create flattering vertical lines.
Avoid bulky, shapeless layers that add visual weight. The goal is elegant dimension, not bulk.
15. Modernize Your Jewelry
Heavy, dated jewelry can age your look significantly. Contemporary pieces with clean lines and moderate scale look fresh and current.
Consider mixing metals for a modern approach. The old rule about not mixing gold and silver is outdated – intentionally combining them looks deliberately stylish.
16. Perfect Your Posture
Standing tall instantly takes years off your appearance. Good posture showcases clothes better and projects confidence regardless of what you’re wearing.
Regular stretching and strengthening exercises can improve posture dramatically. Even simple shoulder rolls and spine stretches make a noticeable difference!
17. Find Your Perfect Colors
Colors that complement your skin tone brighten your complexion instantly. As we age, slightly softer versions of our best colors often work better than harsh, bright tones.
Hold fabrics up to your face in natural light to see which ones make you glow. The right colors energize your appearance immediately!