Ladies, The Top 10 items you are too old to wear

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Walk into any mall and you’ll see a 40-something woman wearing every trend from Forever 21: tight tank top, low-rise jeans, metallic platform heels, plastic bangles and oversized earrings. Are you a middle-aged fashionista who just doesn’t know when to quit? Read on for the top 10 clothing items to leave in the past…

Top 10 Items You're Too Old to Wear | Lifescript.com

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OK, first off......Nobody is putzing around with my shoe collection, not even DeMartino. I'm not giving up buying or wearing funky shoes, EVER......I don't care what he thinks!

I haven't finished the article, but just needed to get that right out in the open!

Costume Shoes

Retail Retirement Age: Mid-40s


Why: We’ve all done it: Buy a pair of entirely impractical, overly-theatrical shoes that weren’t suited for everyday life. Maybe they were clear plastic “stripper” heels straight out of Frederick’s of Hollywood. Or perhaps they were stilettos with a six-inch heel you could only walk a block in.

Whatever the case, 40-something fashionistas will look fresher without the too-trendy cork wedges, thigh-high boots or up-to-the-knee Gladiator sandals seen on envelope-pushing A-list youngsters such as Mary-Kate Olsen and Rachel Bilson. “Anything too high or too crazy should be avoided,” DeMartino says.

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Sheesh.....No cleavage, either!

I hardly consider a "well-fitted vest, and underneath blouse," a good substitute for showing off a little "boobage." This article is just soooo depressing!

Why: “An older woman shouldn’t feel she needs to show it all off. Anything below the middle of your [bustline] has got to go,” DeMartino says. “A little goes a long way,” writes Krupp, who in her book bans excessive “boobage” past the age of 40 and warns readers not to display too much sagging skin.


Stunning Substitute: “A well-fitted tweed vest can be worn with a blouse underneath; unbutton a few buttons and you’re going to look sexy but classy,” DeMartino says.

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OK, first off......Nobody is putzing around with my shoe collection, not even DeMartino. I'm not giving up buying or wearing funky shoes, EVER......I don't care what he thinks!

I haven't finished the article, but just needed to get that right out in the open!

OK Mrs Marcos!

Ang I love your shoe collection. They look great on you.

I however at 5'8" do not require and am way past 6 inch FMPs not that you wear FMPs either. (and if you do I don't want to know) I didn't mean it that way... I do LIVE in my Cole Hahn loafers though.

I got a few laughs from this article. My favorite was this one:

4. Micro-mini Skirts


Retail Retirement Age: 40


Why: “Age appropriateness [in fashion] is partially determined by who you are and what you do – so yes, Tina Turner can wear micro-minis on stage that the rest of us would look ridiculous in,” Krupp says. Unless you’re the Private Dancer herself, get yourself and your teeny skirts over to Goodwill.



Stunning Substitute: Krupp’s pick? A chic straight skirt or a sexy-yet-classy pencil skirt, because both allow you to show off some curves without making you look as though you’re pretending you were born after the Reagan years. Just avoid anything four inches or more above the knee. DeMartino suggests adding tights to make a short skirt less risqué.

I'm pretty sure that was the length the nuns had the ruler on for our catholic highschool uniform skirts.

I've got one more year for plunging necklines.

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Oversized, Overly-Decorated Hobo Bags

Retail Retirement Age: 50


Why: Open any magazine, and you’ll see tiny celebrities toting enormous, eye-catching handbags – the skinnier the star, the bigger the bag, it seems. Well, don’t follow suit! “Avoid these oversized bags with all the bells and whistles…charms…quilting,” DeMartino says. “When you come to a certain age, the good news is you’re beyond trends.”

What! No oversized bags?......I'm not beyond trends.......I love trends!

Thank God I'm finally at the end of this article....I don't know how much more of it I could have taken. Sheesh!!!

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OK Mrs Marcos!

Ang I love your shoe collection. They look great on you.

I could probably give up anything, but my shoes......I'm not even referring strictly to heels. I think he was talking about "trendy" shoes as well, even flats.

I just have such a thing for shoes, and can't seem to help myself.



I however at 5'8" do not require and am way past 6 inch FMPs not that you wear FMPs either. (and if you do I don't want to know) I didn't mean it that way... I do LIVE in my Cole Hahn loafers though.

I got a few laughs from this article. My favorite was this one:

4. Micro-mini Skirts


Retail Retirement Age: 40


Why: “Age appropriateness [in fashion] is partially determined by who you are and what you do – so yes, Tina Turner can wear micro-minis on stage that the rest of us would look ridiculous in,” Krupp says. Unless you’re the Private Dancer herself, get yourself and your teeny skirts over to Goodwill.



Stunning Substitute: Krupp’s pick? A chic straight skirt or a sexy-yet-classy pencil skirt, because both allow you to show off some curves without making you look as though you’re pretending you were born after the Reagan years. Just avoid anything four inches or more above the knee. DeMartino suggests adding tights to make a short skirt less risqué.

I'm pretty sure that was the length the nuns had the ruler on for our catholic highschool uniform skirts.

I think you may be right.....I have a clear vision of that ruler, and that sounds about right.


I've got one more year for plunging necklines.

Oh heck.....Age is only a number. What does DeMartino, anyway.

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I however at 5'8" do not require and am way past 6 inch FMPs...

Gotta love those FMPs!

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This article is great. I know a fellow parent, over 40, that breaks about 50% of these rules. And you know what? She does look ridiculous!

I also believe that the shoe rule can be disregarded. Shoes are just fun!

Just this morning I was putting clips in my hair(I am trying to grow out bangs, ugh), and pulled them out thinking that I looked like some silly lady trying to appear 25! I am just going to go for the older, hippie look! Then, I just look eccentric, ...or is it eclectic?

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blah ... on the day I wake up and put on my sensible underwear, get into my pencil skirt, button my blouse under my well fitted tweed vest, slip into my sensible shoes then grab my clutch, I'll know its time to head to the nearest tattoo/body piercing parlour.

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Oh my god....40 is old....I must be ancient.....I say wear what you like....no matter your age....

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blah ... on the day I wake up and put on my sensible underwear, get into my pencil skirt, button my blouse under my well fitted tweed vest, slip into my sensible shoes then grab my clutch, I'll know its time to head to the nearest tattoo/body piercing parlour.

[Kay H Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Kay H]

Although I love skirts and dresses, I find myself wearing more pants because my legs are showing my age. I also do not wear sleeveless anymore unless I'm on the beach.

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You girls are too funny! Is there a list for men? I'll be 40 in a couple of weeks. Is there anything I should know?

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You girls are too funny! Is there a list for men? I'll be 40 in a couple of weeks. Is there anything I should know?

I'm glad you asked!

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You girls are too funny! Is there a list for men? I'll be 40 in a couple of weeks. Is there anything I should know?

Yeah....Ignore the over 40 advice!

You look great, and should wear what makes you feel great, as well. Have fun. Life is too short to worry about it.

Oh, I do agree with the socks, and sandal theory, but that's not really an age thing. That looks bad no matter your age.