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Elegant clothes for women after 40. Style lessons! how to dress after forty

How to look stylish and not go broke constantly on new clothes? - a question that worries the absolute majority of women. And after 40 years, he has double strength, because it becomes important to look stately and personable, expensive and age appropriate. Is it possible to fit all these requirements into your budget? We claim that this is quite real! The main thing here is to know what you can and should save on, and for which things a tidy sum should be allocated in advance. We are looking for balance together! We figure out how to dress stylishly and inexpensively for a woman of 40 years old!

We save boldly!

The following helpful tips will save your budget from unnecessary costs.

1. Many women consider it unworthy to buy clothes on sale. However, this is a great way not to overpay, because new collections come to stores with markups, often equal to hundreds of percent! The beauty is that there is no need to wait six months before the generally accepted seasons of sales, because in modern conditions manufacturers update the range of retail outlets at least once a month. Consequently, they need a quick turnover of funds and many things fall into the "sale" category in the middle of the season, when you need it most. In general, we urge you to drop snobbery, go to stores more often and not overpay exorbitantly.

2. The second recommendation concerns fashion trends. Of course, it is simply necessary to replenish your images with actual clothes. However, you don't have to spend a lot on it. First, buy small things: tops, belts, shawls and scarves with trendy prints, blouses and shirts in trendy styles, etc. All these details are immeasurably cheaper than, for example, a coat or dress. And the likelihood that the trend of this, say, summer will be appropriate for the next one is very small. Specific and once super-actual clothes, like sundresses with a train, garments of flashy colors, shoes with extravagant decor, look very ridiculous already six months later. It lays a dead weight on your wardrobe: the hand does not rise to throw out a good thing, putting it on means looking strange, and you don't want to buy a replacement, because the wardrobe is already cluttered. So the once trendy new thing hangs in anticipation of its next high point, which may come very soon.

Secondly, many 40-year-old women pass by mass markets that position themselves as youth (Befree, H&M, Bershka, O'Stin, etc.). However, it is in such stores that you can buy actual new items on a very budgetary basis, very similar to those models that you could see in the shows of famous brands. The fact is that the assortment of stores aimed at a young audience is simply obliged to reflect the hottest trends as much as possible. For example, H&M specialists purposefully copy prints, styles, colors from the collections of the most influential fashion houses. Let's not be cunning, things are sewn from fabrics of incomparably lower quality. However, for a top, shorts with trendy décor, or some bright orange sundress that you plan to wear for 1 season, buying from a youth mass market is a great solution.

3. Try to avoid accidental purchases as much as possible. Of course, it’s unpleasant to go home empty-handed after 3 hours of shopping, but it’s much worse to bring “at least something”. Such a purchase will calm your nervous system for a very short time, and disappointment with a thing that is incomprehensible with what to combine, and the lack of money to purchase what is really necessary will be strong.

4. Everyday wardrobe offers great opportunities for savings. Knitted, cotton blouses, T-shirts, T-shirts, tops, knitted sweaters, by definition, should not be expensive. Do not be seduced by creative models with lace inserts, rhinestones, embroidery, provocative lettering, prints, etc. Such wardrobe items should be just comfortable and combined as much as possible with everyday skirts, jeans, trousers. The exclusive decor of the T-shirt increases its cost by 2-3 times, but even this is not the most unpleasant thing, but the fact that you will rarely wear it, because the very original finish / print that caused the item to be bought makes it too recognizable and therefore low-variability in everyday sets. At the same time, you can wear a similar white T-shirt at least every other day, combining with different bottoms. Such is the paradox that ladies often forget.

save on casual T-shirts, sweaters, tops ...

5. The question of the possibility of saving on evening dresses is very controversial. On the one hand, a 40-year-old woman needs to look gorgeous, but on the other hand, spending half of her salary on a dress for the next holiday is very problematic. We recommend starting from the occasion. The wedding of a son or daughter, the New Year and other special events require quite expensive outfits. When composing an image for a corporate party, birthday or other less formal holidays, you can and should save money. Choose laconic styles of dresses and skirts, which you can then wear on weekdays. This is the most reasonable option.

Cooking money!

In the wardrobe of the 40-year-old, there are a lot of things on which it is categorically impossible to save. Here are the main ones.

1. Shoes and bags. These accessories literally make the look. A stylish bag and leather shoes transform even a banal set with jeans, so buy only high-quality ones. In your accessory wardrobe, if you wish, there can be as many models as you want for every taste, but the basis is made up of classic and time-tested options: boats, Kelly's bag, etc.

choose classic leather bags and shoes

2. Basic wardrobe items, including outerwear. When choosing them, you also cannot save money, because these items are worn constantly. Therefore, special requirements for quality and ergonomics are imposed on them.

high-quality items of the basic wardrobe are the key to stylish looks

3. Linen. Well-chosen underwear is able to correct the figure and posture, in the most favorable light to give all the advantages and change the self-awareness of a woman, add confidence. Don't skimp on it.

4. Jewelry. If your personal style requires this kind of jewelry, then it should be of high quality and skillfully made. Nothing spoils and cheapens the bow of a woman over 40, as faded from time, plastic and inelegant costume jewelry. Either discard it, or choose carefully and be prepared to pay more.

5. Scarves and watches. Office and everyday sets of the 40-year-old are especially effectively played with silk, cashmere shawls and scarves of different sizes, as well as expensive watches in a laconic design that reflects your tastes. Such nuances are a kind of addition to the basic wardrobe, as well as high-quality bags, allow you to add chic to images based on more budgetary items. By the way, this group of accessories is notable for being out of trend. Buy models that decorate you personally.

In conditions when many women have to deny themselves new clothes, “Sorokami - no” calls for saving rationally and where it can really be done. We hope our tips will help you keep a good mood, look stylish and effective no matter what!

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How to dress for work for a woman in her 40s?

When it comes to stylish bows for a woman of 40, repeating the basics once again is not a sin. Therefore, let us remind you that things of a complex color, original cut, but at the same time with a touch of classics, without a challenge, become a key element of spectacular images. For office sets, all these nuances are doubly relevant, because here you must, while maintaining the recognizable features of your individual style, still adhere to the dress code. How to find your balance? How to dress at 40 for work?

Colors and prints for 40-year-old office looks

The basis for your office sets will be minimalistic things in neutral colors: dark blue, black, beige, gray, brown. By and large, a set for work can be completely composed of them, without bright accents. It would be quite appropriate, if slightly conservative. To avoid such an effect that is unnecessary for a 40-year-old lady, it is enough to choose clothes that emphasize the figure: fitted dresses, blouses with a peplum, tapered trousers with arrows, sheath dresses. Silk top with its softness will also deprive the image of some asceticism. On cooler days, wear fine wool blouses rather than formal shirts. All these feminine tricks wonderfully transform the set, even if it is completely done in neutral colors.

set in calm colors for work

summer office look for 40 year old

And yet we in no way urge you to give up juicy shades for the office altogether. Just dose them. If you want to use a rich and tasty color like coral, cornflower blue, green or any other that emphasizes natural beauty, then let there be only one such color. Please note: this does not mean that the bright thing should be the only one, the color can be repeated in the decoration or entirely in the second component of the set. At the same time, the bow will not become overloaded if you take slightly distinguishing tones, for example, wear a tomato-colored blouse with black trousers and burgundy-colored boats. And, having put together a kit like the one below, you may well go right after work to a meeting with friends or a date, you will look appropriate both there and there.

cornflower blue blouse as the main accent

bright elongated cardigan and blouse with color insert

Prints are a theme on a special account in the images of a 40-year-old woman for work. They can easily take a set outside of office aesthetics, make it too frivolous or weird. In order not to make an unfortunate impression, it is enough to take strictly defined ornaments and in acceptable proportions. A thin strip and a tartan plaid are simple and belong to the classic group, so office sundresses and dresses, trousers or coats can be decorated with such prints. large items. It is better to refuse only a bow with a checkered suit or separate top and bottom in a similar pattern. He will almost always make the image age-related, remind Puritan women, while we strive for a more dynamic and modern solution.

So don't wear more than one tartan piece. These restrictions do not apply to a thin strip; a suit with such an ornament will even allow you to stretch the silhouette a little. A wider strip can be present on blouses, blouses, sweaters and other tops for the office.

checkered office sundress with blouse for work

bow with elongated cardigan and striped blouse

Vivid floral and fantasy patterns will be another tool that diversifies the kits. They can be quite active, bright and contrasting, but again they should be present only on one medium-sized thing: a blouse, top, jacket, jacket, cropped trench coat, bag or shoes, etc. In this case, select other components in a strict and extremely calm range.

fancy print jacket in office set 40 years old

vegetable print coat included

Styles are the main highlight!

At 40, if the dress code does not prohibit it, it is quite possible to wear jeans to work. They make the look a little more youthful. Choose straight or slightly tapered monochromatic models in a classic range. If you are still afraid to look not presentable enough, add a blouse / top and a strict jacket in a discreet range, traditional or in the spirit of Chanel. You can also pair jeans with dress shirts.

dusty pink Chanel-inspired jacket with jeans and a peplum top

In general, try to make at least one of the components of the image a little non-standard for the office. Tall ladies can afford to wear gaucho pants. They must be absolutely neutral in color and minimalistic. You can combine this model with the usual shirts and blouses. The main thing is not to wear shoes with a platform in the nose for them, elegant and strict solutions are preferable, like boats or ballet flats without decor, otherwise your legs will look like shackled ones.

stylish look with gaucho pants

Another interesting find of fashion designers of recent times, which was happily picked up by fashion bloggers and celebrities, was a sleeveless coat. It definitely adds modernity and chic, easily replacing a cardigan or jacket in spring and fall. Sleeveless coat goes well with straight and skinny trousers, office dresses, pencil skirts, jeans. As tops, you can choose any options from not very thin fabric and with a minimum of ¾ sleeves: turtlenecks, oversized sweaters, knitted blouses, etc. Flying, lightweight materials create a very dubious contrast with the coat.

sleeveless coat in the image of a woman of 40

On so-called Free Friday, a 40-year-old woman can take the liberty of an oversized sweater with skinny dress pants. If your work is not very restrictive in clothing, then this option is acceptable on other days. In winter, multilayer sets based on knitted things can look quite interesting. The main thing is that they are not very thick, then they will not add unnecessary volumes and will not make you a village young lady.

bright oversized sweater for free friday

layered knit set for work

We will not touch on traditional solutions with pencil skirts and shirts, so you can easily dress yourself. But it is much more interesting to experiment and bring in a little notes of brightness, modern findings in design, fashion trends. The more daring component you take, the calmer and stricter other things should be in order for the image to become holistic and harmonious for the office environment. Good luck with your stylish experiments!

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How to dress for work for a woman in her 50s

At 50, a woman should look stern, but not boring. In addition, it will not be superfluous to focus on femininity. And the specific variations of the images will be largely determined by your profession and the presence of a dress code. How to dress for work for a 50-year-old woman, what competent and stylish look?

The basis of your kits will be:

- skirts of medium length: pencils, straight, flared (but not fluffy), loose with a wrap;

- trousers: straight, bananas, with a slight flare from the thigh, pipes;

- midi dresses: tightly fitting cases, straight cut, shirt dresses, models with a smell and without a deep neckline;

- 1-2 suits: at least 1 must have a skirt;

- jackets and jackets: fitted jackets are good for slender ladies, fullness is better corrected by a semi-fitted jacket, fastened with one button;

- shirts: preferably in light colors;

- blouses and tops: any non-fitting (models with a belt are possible), covering the shoulders and without a deep cut.

sand-colored wrap skirt and light shirt

set with pipe trousers

white dress for the summer look of the 50 year old

Choose a fairly soft and calm range for things. And blouses, shirts and blouses of light blue, aquamarine, coral, white, light lemon and other more juicy colors will allow you to refresh the bow.

pink blouse included for work

If you want to diversify the set with a print, then let it be only on a skirt or blouse. For such a task, plant, floral and fantasy patterns in a non-flashy palette are optimal. Peas, checks and stripes require more care when choosing. They should not be too contrasting to the main background in order to look rather restrained and non-graphic. Plain dresses and suits are preferred.

floral print pencil skirt in a feminine bow for work

striped blouse and flared skirt for work without a strict dress code

The nuances of choosing clothes

There are a number of derogations valid for 50 year old office sets. In general, trousers, skirts and dresses made of fairly thick fabrics are preferred. However, in warm weather, it is quite possible to wear an A-shaped skirt made of chiffon in a neutral range. Fans of romance in bows will surely like it. The main thing is that the other components remain strict.

chiffon skirt in bow for a woman of 50 years

Another great way to highlight your femininity is to wear a lace top. Medium in scale and opaque in tandem with dress pants or a skirt will be appropriate in the office.

laconic lace top will dilute the severity of the office image

If you do not want to look conservative and strict, then choose jackets with an original cut or complex colors, as in the next photo. Another option would be to completely abandon them in favor of cardigans.

collarless two-tone jacket

Women in the creative profession can afford more original designs for blouses, shirts, tops and dresses. Puffy sleeves, draped neckline or slight asymmetry always look spectacular. The main thing is that the bottom is narrowed at the same time: a pencil skirt or pipe trousers will fall into place.

blouse with unusual sleeves for representatives of creative professions

Do you have office work, but dress code requirements are rather vague? Then feel free to include cashmere turtlenecks and sweaters, knitted blouses in your stylish sets. And you can also afford a set of fairly tight trousers and a tunic (made of fine yarn in winter and lighter in warmer months). If the cut of the tunic is embarrassing in depth, a cotton top will always come to the rescue. Wearing a contrasting one, you will create an accent in this area, and matched in a tone close to the tunic, it will be barely noticeable.

set with skinny trousers and tunic

Do not forget about the bright nuances in the form of scarves, jewelry, bags, etc. But it is no less important for a 50-year-old woman to bring up-to-date designer finds into her sets. It is they who instantly deprive the bow of conservatism, make it more dynamic and modern. We recommend paying attention to sleeveless coats, elongated vests, plain blouses in sport chic style made of dense fabrics and accented with a free straight cut. Do not be intimidated by the fact that such things most often become components of street images. For your age and work kits, they are quite appropriate, provided the rest of the clothes are laconic and classic aesthetics.

sleeveless coat in a stylish office set 50 years old

oversized blouse in sport chic style

The next interesting solution looks the most beautiful and advantageous on a lady over 50. On pre-holiday dates or their birthday, when small buffets are organized right at work, women want to look a little more elegant than usual. Pants or a skirt made of golden brocade will allow you to achieve the desired effect, as in the example below. On young girls, such a thing will look pretentious and pretentious, but the image of a 50-year-old will play very well. All other elements of the onion should be made in black, ripe cherry or dark blue.

dressy bow for work

Dressing for work can and should be varied. The main components are hardly surprising, but they are designed to create the desired laconic and discreet background. Each woman looks for zests for her images, taking into account the specifics of work, preferences, looking at the interesting finds of the couturier. This is an extremely exciting and rewarding process, especially when it comes to office sets. So we wish you new interesting finds to express your individuality.

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How to dress overweight women at 40? Styles

The annoying blunders with flowers, prints and styles are especially noticeable in the images of curvaceous women. It has long been recognized that a lady does not have to be perfect, but to look impressive, stylish and take care of herself is vital for creating a positive image and maintaining self-esteem at any age. Correctly composed in terms of color and proportions, the kit is really capable of performing miracles of transformation: stretching the silhouette, relieving the figure from weight, hiding some volumes in problem areas, etc. Let's find out how to dress overweight women at 40 years old in order to see these miracles with our own eyes.

Styles for over 40 years old

If you have a plump figure, we recommend focusing on feminine looks. They very much decorate donuts, as they present the parameters in the most advantageous light. Remember the Rembrandt muses: they were not skinny, but at the same time remained the standards of femininity and charm. Modern streetwear sets often use flamboyant or typically masculine elements; ditch them to look natural and harmonious.

straight dress for every day

loose cocoon dress for a full figure

set with a straight skirt for a woman of 40 years

Blouses, tops, shirts should also be chosen a little loose, but in no case are flies that will make the figure huge. Silk tops, shirt-style blouses, classic semi-fitted shirts will perfectly fit into a 40-year-old's set for work and play. If you like loose pieces made from lightweight materials, choose only those that look good with the belt. It will allow you to harmonize the proportions. Avoid tops with bat sleeves, flashlights, and other bulky options.

set for full with jeans

Long blazers and cardigans are preferred, from a line just below the widest part of the pelvis to mid-thigh. Such styles allow you to create vertical lines in the image that stretch the figure. In general, heavily multi-layered bows (for example, a blouse + vest + jacket) are contraindicated for owners of curvaceous forms, but elongated vests, jackets, cardigans, worn wide open, serve as an excellent method of visual correction. In outerwear, stick to classic straight and semi-fitted styles.

elongated jackets are suitable for puffy

straight dress and classic trench coat unbuttoned

high-waisted sundress

Seemingly insignificant details in the cut of clothes, length, fabrics make it possible to achieve a visible effect of visual correction.

Matching colors and prints for the full figure of a 40-year-old

If you add knowledge of the peculiarities of color work to the correct choice of styles, then you are guaranteed to look spectacular and stylish. The first and most important mistake of donuts, especially those over 30-35 years old, is the desire to hide in dark colors. The myth that black always hides volume has brought women a lot of problems.

Remember: it really hides the volume and stretches the silhouette of a vertical of any color in the image.

If growth allows, or you do not mind high enough heels, then wear long sundresses and dresses in a warm season and in an elegant outlet. It is preferable to complete them with cropped jackets made of leather, denim for every day, with a bolero to the waist or an elongated cardigan under the belt - for the evening.

olive green dress and cropped jacket for a full figure

floor-length sundress and denim jacket for every day for a 40-year-old

Another effective way to create a pulling vertical is to select the top and bottom of a set that are close in shade, as in the photo below. If you add to this set an elongated vest, contrasting in color or lightness (for example, dark brown, turquoise, white, etc.), then the effect of "minus 2 sizes" is ensured.

similar top and bottom colors create vertical

Full body correction by type

Firstly, a fuller part of the figure looks more advantageous in monochromatic things and dull shades. For example, if you are a pear with pronounced hips, then do not wear printed skirts and trousers, as well as models in flashy colors that attract all the attention. Bring accents to the upper part of the look: use bright neckerchiefs, patterned blouses, etc. Recommendations for the "apple" are diametrically opposite: laconic plain blouses, bright belts and ornamented bottoms. In this case, even trousers and skirts with small gathers at the waist are often suitable.

laconic trousers and a printed blouse for a full pear figure

blouse with colored inserts for the "apple" type

All considered techniques are effective tools for correcting a full figure for a woman of 40 years old. You can use one of them or several at once to enhance the effect. Of course, the looks for plumpers are a little less original than for slender ladies, but they also have a lot of potential for experimentation!

Summer wardrobe of a plump woman 40 years old

Summer is the time for the most open outfits, and modern fashion offers a huge amount for women with different complexions. It is not difficult to look stylish and feel confident, the main thing is to understand what styles and colors to choose. We bring you a selection of ideas for a 40-year-old woman's summer wardrobe with a full figure, taking into account age, visual correction and various occasions.

We replenish the summer wardrobe for work

Light or bright office dress

Be sure to try on a knee-length dress with a straight or slightly tapered skirt. A delicate light range or summer juicy shades will make an office bow less strict: beige, cream, peach, coral, pale yellow, turquoise, forget-me-not, mint, lavender, etc. Dresses look great on a full figure with small draperies in the waist and hips, as well as slightly loose semi-fitted cut models, as in one of the photos below. And if you have a “full hourglass” or “full pear” type, then be sure to try on a sheath dress made of a fairly dense, but natural, breathable fabric.

loose-fitting powder blue dress for the office

work outfit with draperies for a full figure

red dress for 40-year-old with full hourglass and full pear types

White jeans

They look fresh and stylish. It is not necessary to choose a boiling white model; milky, white with a grayish and bluish undertone look more successful for everyday life. Fit jeans can be straight or tapered. They go well with clothes from a business and casual wardrobe, so they are useful for more than just work looks.

white jeans in summer bow

Straight trousers

Straight trousers are another functional component that can be useful to replenish the basic summer wardrobe of a lady over 40. The right color scheme is very important here. Black, gray models look especially massive and heavy in summer on a full figure, but bright ones are not particularly practical: it is more difficult to make combinations with them, and they are not always appropriate at work. Optimal are medium and light brown shades, blue, muted blue tones. Combine these trousers with semi-fitted tops: shirts, office blouses and blouses, T-shirts for every day.

Camel straight trousers with arrows for a basic plump wardrobe

Wrap Skirts & Blouses

I would also like to mention wrap-around clothes. In the summer, when thinner fabrics are used, this nuance of the cut is very adorned with curvy shapes. A blouse will hide the tummy, and a midi skirt with a wrap (especially a diagonal) will make the hips slimmer.

wrap skirt for summer looks

Openwork jacket or cardigan

A 40-year-old woman, in principle, is always adorned with original and elegant solutions in clothes. We propose to look after an openwork jacket or cardigan for the summer, which will replace a strict jacket in an office bow, come in handy on a cool evening and can even take part in an elegant look. The main thing is that the texture of the product is not very loose and embossed. There are models on sale made of perforated material, as well as fine yarn, pay attention to them.

openwork jacket for images of 40-year-old for the summer

Stylish new clothes for everyday and evening out

Tunic dress

Contrary to popular belief, a tunic dress can be either short or long. It has a characteristic free cut, straight or flared silhouette, it can be with a drawstring belt, high waist or without an accent on it. A tunic dress slightly above the knee is an indispensable item for going to the beach and on vacation. And straight midi models and longer with slits on the sides are good for every day. They can be worn as a standalone item or in combination with jeggings, tight pants.

Recently, fashion designers have been actively decorating clothes with sexy lacing, it is on a tunic dress or a casual blouse that such an element will be especially beautiful for a crumpet.

lace-up tunic dress for beach looks 40 year old with full figure

long tunic dress everyday

Sundress

Sundresses for a beauty with a full figure should have the following features:

  • wide straps;
  • length from options just above the knee to floor-length models;
  • the silhouette is semi-fitted, straight or with a soft flared skirt;
  • solid or medium, slightly larger than medium prints.

denim sundress with thick straps for a full figure

long flared sundress for tall woman

Empire style romantic dress

Feminine outfits with a high waist and a flared skirt look very impressive and stylish on a full figure. A lady over 40 should avoid infantile details on such dresses: flounces on the bodice, sleeves of flashlights, etc.

feminine dress with a high waist and a flared skirt for a full figure

long dress for 40 year old plumper for every day

Off-shoulder blouse

Recently, designers are under the spell of traditional Spanish outfits and offer fashionistas to dress in blouses that partially or completely bare their shoulders. Let's make a reservation right away: this solution will not work for "full apple" type donuts, since the cut accentuates a natural feature - a massive shoulder girdle. In any case, a 40-year-old should wear such blouses exclusively in informal sets and choose rather restrained options, as in the image below.

off shoulder summer blouse

Shorts

Be sure to replenish your wardrobe with straight shorts up to mid-thigh or knee-deep in light or natural colors: white, olive, khaki, navy, beige, blue, etc. They will form the basis of bows for outdoor recreation, the beach, hiking, shopping. Denim options are less elegant, but often more practical, so you don't have to skip them.

short shorts for women with full figure

Must have accessories

Flat-soled gladiators and a roomy square, rectangular bag made of soft leather or textiles are undeniable favorites for the summer. They are combined with the absolute majority of things for this season: shirt dresses, shorts, straight skirts, tunic dresses, sundresses, etc.

It is impossible to do without them either at the resort or in the urban jungle. If you have chubby ankles and don't want to draw attention to them, go for regular sandals or gladiators with beige straps.

gladiators in a comfortable set for the summer

Evening dress for summer

A fitted dress made of transparent thin fabrics with a lining, especially if it is made in light colors, creates a sensual and luxurious look for the evening, moreover, it favorably gives lush forms. In summer, knee-length and maxi models are equally good. Transparent and translucent chiffon, organza, thin non-embossed lace and other light fabrics are relevant as the upper fabric.

lace lined evening dress for puffy

chiffon dress for evening out women with full figure in summer

There is no need to completely change your wardrobe every new season, just buy a few functional gizmos and a couple of fresh new products. And, of course, do not forget to choose the perfect swimsuit, but we talked about this in detail in one of our previous articles. Choose, and your looks for the summer will always remain feminine and spectacular, and the features of the figure will be presented in the most favorable light!

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How to dress a woman in 40 years old stylishly and not look ridiculous at the same time? Today, when 9 out of 10 people in the world prefer jeans, this issue is no longer as relevant as it was 20 years ago.

Style after 40 - is it there?

The most important rule of thumb when choosing clothes for women in their 40s and older is: do not wear clothes that contradict your personality, as this will make you look older than you are!

  • Clothing styles don't have to be purely puritanical. Choose a sophisticated dress that flatter your figure. In evening dresses, you can only allow one catchy, eye-catching element, for example, a high slit or a neckline.
  • For office everyday life, a sheath-shaped dress is an ideal solution, its length is up to the middle of the knee. Jewelry and accessories should not be cheap, we choose expensive and stylish jewelry.
  • When drawing up a wardrobe for a woman over forty years old, it is important to take into account the following feature: outerwear (jacket, jacket or demi-season coat) must be of a perfect fit and not be baggy. This applies not only to things that dress for work, the requirements for them to fit perfectly on the figure are always relevant. Give preference to semi-fitted silhouettes, they will make the look feminine and cute.

What should certainly be in the basic wardrobe of a woman after 40 years?

  1. A pair of skirts in neutral colors (blue, gray) for the winter and summer seasons. It is not advisable to wear completely white skirts; you will also have to give up daring mini-skirts, which are suitable for you to the knee length.
  2. Trousers of the same color in classic styles.
  3. Underwear should not be too open, lace should be applied in moderation.
  4. Consider getting good shapewear to hide fat folds and look flawless.
  5. Blouses in bright colors will also look relevant, for example, the color of wine or greenery.
  6. In a woman's wardrobe, there should be not only classic and austere things, but also lighter and more informal ones.

The basics of forming the image of a 40-year-old woman are essentially simple. Applying certain methods and techniques of embodying femininity and sexuality in clothes at a given age, you can easily create your own individual and successful wardrobe!


What is unnecessary to buy?

Of course, you can dress however you like, but if you don't want to look a little ridiculous in poorly chosen clothes, there are some guidelines you might like. Here are just a few of the things women over 40 need to know about.

  • Do you have a beautiful chest, neck, waist? - emphasize this, but in no case buy clothes that do not emphasize your dignity, even if these are trends this season. Wear clothes that emphasize your strengths and smooth out your weaknesses, even if they are not fashionable. You can't keep up with fashion.
  • Try not to look completely straight and monotonous. It's nice to mix things up and be a little more playful. A two-piece suit will look very pompous and as if it was taken from the far corner of the closet for some kind of event. It's best to experiment by pairing a blazer from one suit with another skirt or pants and look effortlessly chic.
  • Avoid buying clothes made from fabrics that are too cheap.
  • Don't mix a tight skirt or trousers with a tight-fitting top.

Find your style! Nothing is more important than your personality. If you know your style and understand your body, you can break any of the rules or add accessories as you please.

Clothes to Avoid:

  1. very short shorts,
  2. mini dresses (but you can wear them over your pants),
  3. mini skirts
  4. very ripped jeans (while jeans with small sticking out threads and holes in the knees with a properly selected top will look very sexy and informal),
  5. baggy jeans,
  6. baggy sweaters
  7. skirts that are too long (but if they go well with accessories and a jacket, then this is a good choice).
Identify wardrobe items that are unique to your style.
Have more durable high quality items for a special occasion. They differ for each style, but here are some important ones from the classics:
  1. White mohair sweater.
  2. Long coat.
  3. A beautiful dress that fits you perfectly. Don't get hung up on little black - many women over 40 will look better (and slimmer) in a colored dress.
  4. Well-fitted long trousers.
  5. Well-tailored blazer.
  6. Nice pair of dark jeans that suit you.


If the legs are not very pretty

  • How to dress beautifully if age makes itself felt with numerous protruding veins or swelling in the legs? the only answer is to hide. Moreover, it is the defects that are hidden, not the legs. If the shape of your legs is ideal, but you cannot wear a knee-length dress due to bruises, wear leggings, tight-fitting trousers, and a long skirt in a casual style.
  • If you have problems with ankles - for some reason, the legs have lost their harmony and instead of beautiful curves now ugly balls are swelling at you - do not despair. The same long skirts, wide trousers (however, you can experiment with narrow trousers, they sometimes perfectly hide flaws) - and you will look just fine. The main thing to remember is that a confident woman is beautiful.

Tights can hide many flaws, but in summer in the heat it is not very convenient, so here are some rules that also work well:

  1. Wear plain, light-colored shoes in beige and cream shades to visually lengthen your legs. In winter, try wearing opaque black tights with black boots or boots.
  2. Avoid skirts with lots of patterns and details, especially at the hem. Draw attention to your strengths (face, chest) with jewelry and colored details.
  3. Wear medium to high heels to lengthen your legs. The lower vamp also lengthens the attached length.
  4. Avoid ankle straps - they make your legs shorter.
  5. Nobody canceled midi skirts and maxi dresses.
  6. Red is eye-catching, and if you want to distract attention away from your legs, avoid red on skirts and trousers.

Many people mistakenly believe that stylish clothes for women after 40 are not easy to pick up, so they prefer dark, nondescript baggy clothes. However, not everything is so complicated. When drawing up the desired image, one should take into account not only the age, but also the complexion of the woman, while it is not necessary to refuse to wear colored or light-colored things.

The main rule that you need to start adhering to is moderation, but this does not mean that the image will automatically become boring and inexpressive.

So, what style of clothing to give preference to, how not to be mistaken with the choice of the right clothes, and is it possible for women after 40 to wear bright color combinations?

Determining the style

In order for a daily look to look organic and fit certain situations, it is important to figure out what styles of clothing there are, what wardrobe items and what colors they belong to. In order not to be mistaken in the choice, it is important to know the characteristic features of the styles described below.

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Classical

It is the most conservative of all available. This includes elegant clothes of neutral shades with a strict classic cut. It can be a trouser suit, a sheath dress, a fitted jacket, white or beige blouses, classic dark-colored trousers, double-breasted coats with a straight silhouette. The fabrics used are cotton, wool, silk, cashmere. Synthetics in this case is unacceptable in its pure form, and can be in the composition of matter only in a small amount, so that things keep their shape better.

The peculiarity of this direction is timelessness. A classic set of clothes will be relevant even years later. Another nuance - this style gives solidity, so it will look relevant in a business atmosphere. In casual wear, preference should be given to more casual styles and colors.

Everyday

This area includes the so-called basic clothing. These are straight-cut jeans in dark and light shades, plain cotton T-shirts, sweaters, cardigans, and shirts. Casual dresses can be made of natural fabrics of various shades, their advantage is convenience.

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Evening

This style is appropriate during celebrations. It can be both dresses and suits with trousers or a skirt. The main thing to avoid is overly shiny, synthetic fabrics with an abundance of sequins, lace and sequins. Excessive use of jewelry will not only not rejuvenate, but can also emphasize age.

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Instead, preference should be given to classic styles in rich tones, where attention will be focused on the color or texture of the fabric. Such sets will well complement the original expensive jewelry, while there should be only one accent.

Urban

This trend is very similar to the casual style: the sets of clothes should be comfortable, while their style and colors will be a little more intricate. This includes trousers, jeans, blazers, jackets, skirts and blouses in neutral colors or patterns. Clothes can be decorated with a small number of flounces, pockets, embroidery, prints are allowed. A distinctive feature is all the same convenience and simplicity, but more pretentious. Moreover, it is good to dilute such sets with original accessories: bags, scarves, jewelry and shoes. In such clothes, you can go for a walk, go to work.

Choosing a style and cut according to the type of figure

Finding the right style and the right colors is half the battle. The most crucial moment is choosing the right style of clothing. An incorrectly selected model can emphasize excessive thinness or add volume to a plump woman. To prevent this from happening, you need to adhere to some rules:

  1. With a thin physique, you should not get carried away with oversized things, as they will further emphasize thinness and add age. The best choice is clothing that fits the figure, but is not overly tight. The optimal length of the skirt is below the knee; shorter models may look inappropriate. If there is a pronounced waist, then it should be emphasized with fitted styles of clothing and accents in the form of belts and belts.
  2. Women's clothing for overweight ladies should not be too shiny and tight, dark shades. You can wear both skirts below the knee and straight-cut trousers. In the case of dresses, they should fit the figure, not be too loose or narrow, their preferred cut is straight or fitted. Well-chosen long cardigans, jackets, blouses or light coats will help to hide the fullness a little.
  3. Regardless of your physique, you should refuse to wear clothes with a V-neck; preference should be given to models with a boat collar cut. They will accentuate the line of the shoulders and will not focus on the neckline. Also, long skirts should be excluded from the wardrobe, in this case they are more likely to add age than rejuvenate.

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Regardless of the style, you need to choose high-quality clothes made from natural fabrics and refuse to wear vulgar, too short, low-cut models with deep cuts. They will not only emphasize age, but also make the image of a woman ridiculous and comical.

Colors of clothes

Women over 40 should give preference to light and neutral colors such as cream, beige, brown, sand, milky, taupe, stone. Black and white shouldn't be discounted either, but overusing them can make the look overly conservative and boring. You should not give up colored things of dull shades, for example, green, blue, light blue, purple, red, yellow. Prints will also be appropriate, especially floral and geometric, as long as they are not too bright and catchy.

Saturated tones are appropriate in accessories, they will help to place color accents in the ensemble and make it more lively.

You should refuse to wear teenage prints, clothes with incomprehensible or funny inscriptions, acidic or overly bright colors in clothes. Pure pink is especially dangerous; it can give a woman a ridiculous, youthful look. It is better to give preference to muted raspberry, fuchsia or berry shades.

One of the biggest mistakes many women make is not wearing high heels. On the contrary, heavy, massive flat-soled shoes in dark colors should be excluded from the wardrobe. It can be boots, sneakers, sneakers. Preference should be given to models with a small, up to 5 cm, stable heel. It can be shoes, sandals, ankle boots, knee high boots.

It is important that comfortable models made of natural materials prevail in the wardrobe - there should be no discomfort or pain when walking for a long time. At an older age, women may begin to show symptoms of varicose veins, and poor-quality shoes will only aggravate the problem.

At both eighteen and thirty, we changed our approach to wardrobe creation. After forty, many women notice that their usual clothes begin to grow even more for them, or, conversely, it seems that you have long "grown" out of the clothes that you wear. It becomes clear that dressing as before will not be entirely correct.

One thing is unclear: what should women buy and wear after 40?

Many stylists advise to submit to age and wear strict and classic clothes. Let's say right away: we are against such advice!

We believe that you need to clearly “know by sight” those things that add extra years to your passport, as well as be able to choose what will emphasize your individuality and style.

How to dress after 40?

To do this, you need to follow a few simple rules.

1

We say "NO" to too solid clothes.

The myth that with age you need to change clothes is nothing more than a myth! If you start wearing boring suits, you will definitely not look younger!

"NO"

2

Revealing #black outfits with a defiant neckline, deep slits and short skirts, as well as thin, overly tight knitwear, will likely have to say no. You want to look young, and not be one of those who are "younger"?

Overly feminine and sexy clothes only emphasize age, and we don't want that, right? Sexuality can be broadcast much more aesthetically, without vulgarity. And honestly, there is nothing sexier than self-confident, loving and accepting as women are.

"NO"

"YES"

Ruffles and ruffles, floral prints and polka dots add age in most cases. Feminine style is good. And the "woman's style" is not very good. Do you agree?

"NO"

"YES"

It is important to understand that a youthful and well-groomed appearance, as well as a style that will be admired, starts with the right basic things, not burdened with an intricate cut or completely unnecessary business dress code.

If for some reason you mean by "base" a black and gray sweater, then I am waiting for you at the School of Shopping. :-)

"NO"

"YES"

3

3

YES! Modern styles and shapes. We have already said and we will repeat again: a classic can visually add many years!

Dress up-to-date!

Follow fashion, but adapt trends to your own appearance, figure and lifestyle. If you are unsure how to do this, seek professional advice.

The need for this information for self-esteem and appearance is difficult to overestimate!

4

YES! Correct cut and fit of clothing. There MUST be "air" between body and clothing. Modern women look stylish and feel comfortable because they know how to buy the right basic items. It is not necessary to "fit in".

Meryl Streep

Yes: vertical stripes, checks, delicate floral prints, abstraction. But it is worth distinguishing the "old lady" versions of these patterns from fashion trends. If you find it difficult to evaluate a thing yourself, then do this trick: imagine it on Meryl Streep or Gwyneth Paltrow - does it suit them or does it look funny? If the second, then you should be wary of this print.

No: pineapples, muffins, parrots - it's all for teens. Leopard and brindle are also not worth wearing, so as not to look vulgar or too theatrical. It is better to leave embroidery in the form of numbers and letters on the back on pajamas or dressing gowns. Even on sportswear, such bloopers can ruin the image.

Colors

Gwyneth Paltrow

Yes: beige, cream, ivory, milky, olive, dusty pink, all pastel shades are a godsend for women over forty. Shoes or accessories (watches, belts, bags, shawls and scarves) can be bright spots that attract attention. It is important to remember that the set should contain no more than three colors, otherwise the image will turn into a fancy dress.

No: it is better not to experiment with purple and dark green colors, as they give the face an unhealthy tone, can accentuate circles under the eyes and other age-related skin changes. You should also be careful with black and gray, and if you leave the pink dress "Miss Khabarovsk - 1989" in your wardrobe, then only as a relic.

Textile

Gwen Stefani

Yes: there is an unspoken rule that after forty years everything in the wardrobe should be of high quality. Silk blouses and scarves, satin sheath dress, velvet or tweed jacket, cashmere sweatshirts - this is a short list of things you need from noble materials.

No: transparent blouses made of chiffon or organza with ruffles, lace, bows should be hidden in the same place as the pink dress. And also - to abandon synthetics, but with a proviso: this requirement does not apply to sportswear and.

Dresses

Cindy crawford

Yes: A solid three-quarter sleeve sheath dress is ideal for an office outfit. It can be supplemented with a jacket, expensive jewelry or a clutch. Concise dresses of simple styles with a high waist and a shallow neckline will be appropriate. For warm weather, dress shirts. Universal length - just below the knee.

No: complex styles, models with bare shoulders and a deep neckline (especially if the skin on the chest gives out age), acid shades, dresses with very fluffy skirts, ruffles, bows. And, of course, all are too short options.

Blouses

Eva Longoria

Yes: light silk blouses and models with cuffs, reminiscent of men's shirts, are welcome. All the same calm tones and prints (small polka dots, check or strip, small floral pattern). It will hide wrinkles on the neck with a stand-up collar, although blouses with a shallow V-neck are allowed if you have a well-groomed neckline. Looks advantageous.

No: again, no unnecessary draperies and bows. Oversized hoodie blouses with an abstract geometric print under a special ban - in them you will resemble a whitewashed saleswoman.

Skirts

Reese Witherspoon

Yes: pencil skirt, year, A-line. However, it is important to guess with a touch. For example, a year looks relevant if it is made of pastel-colored fabric, but not gray, mustard or black. Slender and fit women after forty are suitable for a tulip skirt with large pockets.

No: it's time to give up the mini. It is also not recommended to wear skirts with low-soled shoes (especially if you have extra pounds). A length that ends in the middle of the calf should be avoided: it visually plumps and shortens the legs.

Jeans

Courteney Cox

Yes: medium or high waist, straight or slightly tapered fit. and not attract too much attention to yourself.

No: skinny, jeggings, ripped jeans that expose the knees. Models with a low fit, a lot of scuffs and decor in the form of embroidery, buttons and rhinestones are categorically not suitable.

Shoes

Reese Witherspoon

Yes: beige, cherry and black pumps, suede and genuine leather shoes with low heels in several pastel shades must be in the wardrobe. If you want something bold, then you can and should rebel just using the color of the shoes, and not other details of the wardrobe. You can try on models in indigo, emerald or red.

No: you have already outgrown. All models with bows and glued glass rhinestones are categorically not suitable. Shoes with 15 cm heels will look ridiculous (even if you can run a marathon in them).

Treads

Cameron Diaz

Yes: if the legs are slender and the hips are not too wide, then you can. They look especially advantageous with an elegant coat. The main rule: the bottom of a skirt or dress should reach the edge of the boots or end a little higher.

No: lacquered boots, models with a glossy finish, prints, decorative elements in the form of buckles or buttons - it all looks vulgar! It is also worth avoiding transparent nylon tights for such boots (it is better to choose dense ones).

Accessories

Jennifer Aniston

Yes: small bags, clutches, compact shoulder bags. It is also worth it, and among them there should be models with bright colored straps. If before the age of forty you rarely wore jewelry made of precious metals, it's time to start. Any look will be refreshed by a bright scarf or a light shawl with a delicate floral print. add elegance.

No: tote bags and other large or baggy models of bags, as well as options with a lot of jewelry (we hope you already forgot about the bows). It is advisable to give up cheap plastic jewelry and not wear jewelry in sets. And, of course, you should not combine a bag, a scarf, a watch, jewelry, glasses and a belt in one ensemble - everything should be in moderation.