Last year I purchased a black, like new, trench coat by Calvin Klein that I found in a second hand store. It was only $30.00. One man at church said it looked so classy. I love wearing it and I am 75.
I’m not one who has to follow the latest trends, but I do get excited when a color, tone or shade that is flattering to me becomes a trend. As someone with soft summer coloring, it can be hard to find flattering colored clothes in a black, white, and vibrant colored world. So I’m thrilled when one of “my” colors becomes trending because I can find basics and accessories that flatter me. 🎉
I do like to see the trends. I don't like them to influence my style, but I do like that trends indicate what we'll be seeing in the stores. If I like them, I can find them. If I don't, I can ignore them. Thank you for doing the work and bringing us the information!
As am I. I’ve been trying hard to purchase sustainable brands, fibers and buying used where possible. The balance between wanting to be fashionable and responsible is thin. 😅
I have a simple recommendation for you that only requires a little bit of your time but no money. Go to a nice clothing store and see what they are offering for sale. Then go home and find those things in your closet! If you are like me, they are in there.
I'm a big "no" on trends unless the trend is part of my personal style. I figured out my style and colors years ago (I'm 62) and if I stick to it I'm all good. I still watch your trend videos because you have great advice and ideas on how to wear colors and items together. Thanks for this !
Got my first pair of skinny jeans last year….wore them once and got lots of complements on them. They fit me well but during the winter months I feel some wool leg warmers may come in handy. I wore them almost daily the 1977/78 tundra ice storm season. I am 65 and shop my closet mostly but have found some fantastic pieces thrifting.
I was surprised how much my black trench elevated a casual jeans outfit! Icing on the cake, it was a like-new thrifted piece. That’s my go to method for trying out new wardrobe items I’m not sure I’ll actually wear a lot. Lol I’m still trying to wear my white button up more often. It was actually kind of hard finding one that was a bright white and affordable. With my cool complexion and gray hair, the least bit of softness in the white looks horrendous on me.
Loved your comment about costume jewelry. I recently purged my closet of a ton of costume jewelry that I never wore. Now I concentrate on wearing the good pieces I have. I also try to buy at antique sales, you’d be amazed at the quality of gems available. I picked up a beautiful, unique amethyst and opal pendant that was a lot cheaper than in a retail store.
Thank you for mentioning sustainability. Giving dignity to our designers and seamstresses as well as kindness to the earth is honoring and shows maturity in responsibility. ~
This is so wrong. Obiden is finally going to E Palestine. Mr butplugg has never been in the shipping or trucking industry and is responsible for the good people of that area to get sick and hopefully not die
Thank you. I love knowing the trends and appreciate all the work you do to research this. It tells me which items to move up in my closet. I really like silver jewelry, but now that I’m doing water aerobics, the pool chemicals make the silver turn black so I’m switching to white gold so it doesn’t turn black.
I also never liked button ups, but since last fall I found/bought several that I like wearing. Never say never. Lol😂 A lot of my clothes the last few months I have purchased from thrift shops, brand name clothes. I got a dress and a jacket just today.
Great post with good and practical advice. You hit my style feelings: I like to know what the trends are and will probably adopt one or two but stick with my classic style. Thanks, Kay.💚
I try to incorporate trends in accessories or 1 or 2 small pieces. I feel like a yrench coat and button-down are timeless classics and will always be in my wardrobe. I like the idea of timeless femininity and would like to see how you incorporate that into a classic wardrobe.
There are usually a few trends I like most seasons, but they tend to be the more classic ones. A lot of trends are driven by brands to utilize cheap synthetic-fiber fabrics, those I avoid. Last year’s sheers, mesh and lace are good examples, all polyester, which brands love because they make astronomical profits on them.
I love seeing the new trends every year, which doesn’t mean I run out and buy it all. It does help me make my purchases though. Thanks Kay. I also heard a lot of pearls are going to be big this year?
I love the classic patterns, dots, stripes, checks/plaids, because they don’t look dated. I also like some floral/foliage prints, but they can date quickly and frequently are too polychromatic. I prefer one soft tone like blue or green on a white background. What I would really love to see are Baroque patterns, which are classics based on vegetal motives. I recently bought the most beautiful silk scarf in one of those patterns from D&G, Italians still make and wear them beautifully. I like Paisleys, too, as well as some more modern prints. But those that have been around for hundreds of years have stood the test of time.
Good morning, Kay. I still have a sleeveless polka dot silk blouse from J.Crew that I purchased about 12 years ago. Classics never go out of style. I believe sustainability also includes purchasing natural fabrics such as cotton, linen, wool and cashmere. I try to avoid the acrylic/polyester blends. These trends seem to be pretty subtle and not outrageous. I do have those "I regret purchases" that I am currently getting together to donate or bring to a consignment shop. I finally know my true style and that should help with random purchases. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Nice video Kay. I'm starting to put paisley in the same category as florals these days. Not wearing them anymore. Even though I'm in my 60s I think they're more of and old lady pattern.
I like to look modern but I don’t really try many trends. I just don’t like most of them on me. I am also doing a no buy year. Also, I feel like no one wears anything trendy where I live.
Love the color of your sweater. So pretty on you. I sometimes like trends and sometimes I don’t. I have a certain 63-yr old body I have to fit, regardless of trends. I try to stay current and have a few trend forward pieces, but basically I like a casual, classic look. I also am just redoing my two bathrooms, so the trends in clothes will be few and far between this year as my bathroom remodeling trend $$$ need to take precedence. :-).
Lavender looks soooo good on you! I would love to know where you got your white crewneck t-shirt you are wearing under your pretty lavender sweater. I have tried to find the perfect one to lay just right like yours and haven't been successful yet. Love everything about Dressed for My Day!
Great video. Always on the look for good investment pieces . Can you do a video on brands that have held up over time? I see brand names on junky stuff at Marshall’s!
I’m 72year old woman and yes, white blouses, to me, never goes away, plus, a little denim, goes a long way, I’m not so much into jeans anymore, but do love lose fitting summer pants. Living by the beach in California, it’s hard to wear warmer clothes other then a sweatshirt. That’s all you see here, unless you go to a fancy restaurant $$$ and I don’t.
Thank you for this! I'm using this "stay-inside-cold-weather" day to clean out and dust my closet so this was so timely! I love yours terms - "quiet elegance", "modern", "understated beauty". I'm 74 and although I can't stop the aging process with wrinkles and gray hair, I don't want to dress "frumpy" so I love the idea of not necessarily "trendy" but rather "modern". You've given me lots of inspiration to pare down my clothes (and costume jewelry), find the holes I need to look for to update my wardrobe, and to keep it sustainable (I have never thought about using that term for buying and discarding clothing items I purchase on a whim.) You're doing a great job with your blog, love your new haircut and congrats on the new grandbaby!!
I'm planning on doing the same thing to my closet during the colder weather. I'm 65. I'm a retired teacher, and while I've donated dresses and work clothing, I'm still trying to find my retired lady clothing without looking too casual and looking elevated modern. Argh, the costume jewelry! Maybe I can donate that to my school for dress up for the kindergartners?
I am cleaning out my closet as well. Late 60s and recently retired. Plenty of professional work attire in my closet but very little everyday wear! Also lost 70 pounds recently.. Yikes! Staring my new wardrobe and style - fun but so hard!!! Appreciate your tips much!
Such a great video and you look lovely in lavender! I’m excited to get some feminine outfits and to get my jewelry out of the jewelry box. Thank you for that reminder.
You are so right. Except for a few heirloom, delicate pieces which are truly for special occasions, I have been wearing my “good” jewellery everyday. I’ve sent the inexpensive costume pieces to the charity shop; they’re still fashionable but of lesser quality. (I did keep a few pieces in the dress-up box for my grandkids to play with!) I can’t enjoy the jewellery that’s sitting in a box. By wearing it, in a way it honours those who gave me these lovely pieces as gifts, and those from whom I inherited them.
Kay, once again, thank you for your well researched and interpreted, spring style guide. You are such an inspiration! I am excited to incorporate a couple of these trends, and to lean into clothing that I already have that express them! ❤ Great job!👏
Another good video because you stayed with the trends thst will stick around for years, and not just those silly flash-in-the-pan trends. Classy is great!
It's funny because I have 3 button down shirts in my closet and never wear them because I feel like I can't pull them off, whatever that means. I am so grateful and blessed by you.
I love the fine jewelry “trend”. I love wearing my family pieces of jewelry that are classic in nature. The two piece suiting and outfits are really cute because you can break it apart. Especially, if you buy the suit in a classic color.
I really enjoyed this video! I just went to JCrew last week and was having a fun chat with another shopper that mentioned matching suits are coming around again. I can Marie Condo my whole house, but my entire wardrobe is off limits! Would you consider making a video showing us how to modernize them?
I, too, am tired of fashion regrets. It does not reflect good stewardship of my resources. I am really looking forward to defining and refining my style. Not easy when I like and can wear lots of trends. Your lavender sweater made your complexion glow
Great video, as always, Kay!!! I totally love “Retro Feminine” because it is SO tasteful and classy!!! I made the same observation while watching the Golden Globe awards.
Since you're very conscious of sustainability, have you considered doing an episode centering on pre-owned, thrifted clothing? It is a great way to get name brand, high quality clothing while also being responsible in fashion and not contribute to the overflow of fast fashion. It's also so much more affordable.
I’m all for shopping second hand, but I don’t have much to contribute as far as advice. Thanks for the suggestion, but I just don’t have any expertise at all.
Thank you Kay I love your fresh ideas and what’s coming up! I have a fit and flare dress I bought 2 years ago that I’m now going to wear to my daughter’s bridal shower! So glad that is on trend.
I really enjoy your videos. I think you give very informative advice. Im 62 & also a pastor’s wife of 42 yrs. Not one to follow trends, but I want to know what the trends are, & i love how you bring them to us in a fun way. Keep up the good work ❤
Thanks that was fun. I learned a lot about myself. I am just getting myself out from Covid. Then my husband and I got it before Christmas. Okay! start again. I have to get into my closet and see what I can come up with. Those gown's were just wonderful. You do a good job of setting us up for the next season. Joyce
I have a hard time with the term “ on trend”. I’m almost 70 and I have learned what looks best on me without trying to be on trend. I looked at the Frank and Eileen clothing line which I love, however, the prices are out of reach. A button down shirt for $300.00. I look at the styles and I love them and find affordable clothing. For me, I finally learned how to wear what looks best on me. Thanks for the video.
I agree. I'm going to be 69 in a few weeks; trendy often translates to faddy, which means that a look will be around for a few months or a year and then it looks ridiculous if it's worn after that. I don't have any desire to be a fashion victim.
I cleaned my closet today and got all winter OUT. I plan to not buy anything just re-imagine outfits. I did get a Spring pair of shoes at Goodwill. Amazing.
The lavender looks so pretty on you. I love purple/lavender don’t have a lot of it so maybe time to add another piece! Thank you. So trench coats can be all different lengths I’m seeing. Years ago I had a coat someone called a pea coat about mid thigh length maybe it called a trench coat now. I love my pearls and wear them any chance inget
Excellent video! Loved the sustainability trend, I hope it’s an always trend. I’m all for good quality garments and I enjoy wearing them. Thank you Kay 😊
I love a good trench coat. I wore a trench coat 30 years ago, and let that one go, but still have several. Thanks for sharing updated trench coats. Also, I recently purchased 2 pairs of Oradina 14k gold earrings at a reasonable price. You may want to check this brand out.
I'm so glad you are back! I enjoyed this. I love the trend towards femininity. And the basics. Just a fun time fashion wise. And being up north in the frigidity of winter it's nice to think about Spring.
Thank you Kay! I love knowing what the trends will be so I can incorporate them into my existing wardrobe. I want to feel modern too! I will be wearing my fine jewelry more often, button ups, elevated basics and maybe stripes. I’ll be skipping polka dots though!
I love this ! Some trends are terrible! Cold shoulder? Brrrr! Low rise jeans? When did plumber’s…we’ll you know. I like feminine colors and silhouettes! Polka dots forever! I’m on this year!
I like to look youthful and in style but my clothing budget has been basically zero all my life. I have to work with what is given me, severely on sale, or what is at thrift store or garage sale. I rarely go to malls or new stores soooo it's hard but your channel is helpful for ideas.
That’s the frustrating part about trends. So many retailers jump on board and the stores are full of items based on that trend, but if that trend doesn’t fit your coloring, your body type or your lifestyle, you’ll struggle finding anything else in the shops or online.
Hello Kay! I love dresses, and actually don't have many. I will be looking forward to the dresses and dress silhouettes you will be spotlighting in your videos and blog. Thank you!
Lots of good ideas here! Navy is fabulous for spring and a white button down shirt in every closet! As well as a denim shirt. I think careful with lavender for older ladies. I think a pink that works with your coloring is better. Straight jeans are so great! They flatter almost everyone. And my classic self has done really well with less is more when it comes to jewelry. I wear my classic pieces with everything!
Another great video with wonderful information! I have never enjoyed button up shirts. I own a couple but wear them rarely. I have decided that 2024 will be a low buy year. So, I have been shopping my closet. I have pulled out my classics. Next I went through and pulled out the trending colors to blend with the classics. While I was "shopping", I found I had kept several polka dot items!! I have quite a few pieces that are striped, plaid and polka dot!! I keep floral purchases to a minimum always....those are generally pieces I will let go when I do a purge. My favorite advice you gave today was about the matching set trend. That trend made sense to me!!! Thank you for all you do!❤
I follow the Modern Gurlz channel, which is for the under 40 set. Their trends are so different from those here haha. Punk, grunge, pirate, goth... As a 68 year old, ive had my punk/grunge era. It no longer looks good on me, but i kinda miss it. I still wear my rock band t-shirts and flannels around the house! But I love the more minimalist style, trench coats, etc., when I go out. ❤
😉Think stylistically there will always be a touch of rebellion or anti- establishment in my personal make-up👍. Besides, combat streetwear is quite 🆒️ & popular in 😎LA too. As someone who leans modern minimalist, I would just dial it down from the more kitschy youthful exuberance that strikes me as overblown & costumey. I would want it to fit my more polished casual classic feminine chic. 🇬🇧 Saw a beautiful red haired 40-something woman wearing a funky lavender corduroy jumper style dress (not as in sweater but an overall or pinafore type dress that had a straight silhouette). She paired it w/a LS sheer lavender floral body-con crew neck top, lavender tights, & shiny lavender patent leather combat boots. Surprisingly, her ensemble was not precious or juvenile for either the silhouette or being pastel. Her look had a fun, funky, feminine flair that was perfectly ageless🎉. 🤔Recently bought a pair of burgandy combat boots that have black laces & sole. Thought I could wear my 2pc burgandy suit w/the short pencil skirt, burgandy tights, & matching ankle boots. Also layer in a black turtleneck, tote, & knit beanie. That's something I could easily wear to the 📚library or 🌹Rose Bowl flea market for the day. Or, there's my black & white buffalo check button up shirt worn open as a shacket over a black base (mock neck body suit, slouchy tapered cuffed joggers, beanie, tote, & Converse high tops). 🌞In Summer, I could wear a classic white tee & white linen bucket hat w/either: ¹linen white & pastel pink💗 buffalo check pencil skirt & slip-on pink leather Vans; or it's ²khaki🤎 beige & white "twin" skirt w/my white Converse high tops. Both combos have a playful grunge essence. ✂️Lastly, have a pair of khaki beige cargo pants & shorts that I'd like to change into a maxi skirt & matching bucket hat respectively. The lightweight military/utility fabric is truly comfortable in our 🥵Mediterranean-Desert climate. 💚Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)
@@teresacarle294 I love the sound of those outfits. 💜 I can't wear my Converse anymore, because they have no support, but I'm all about Komfy Kushe Vans!
Good morning! I love the term retro feminine! That about sums me up. Regardless of weight or age, I love the old-fashioned celebration of being feminine in an everyday manner. I have been on the hunt for the correct cut and style of a more delicate and refined everyday dress, but have high hopes that maybe this will be the year! And I absolutely love lavender, even though I don't have fair skin or light hair. For all the medium skin- toned, auburn haired girls out there, give it a go!
Hi Kay - thank you for this great content (as usual). But...WOW...your attention to deal and how you numbered the items shown...well, WOW! Much appreciated!
Sometimes I think the "I hear X is going to be trending" is more about fashion influencers putting it out into the universe than what is really going to happen. I agree that I see so many of those comments yet don't see it popular as the season goes on. Based on what I'm seeing online at the stores, I agree with you that it's more about the stripes than the polka dots.
I have a trench coat I made several years ago. It’s tan. I never wear it because it’s long ( knee length). I think I’ll shorten it - I’m sure I’ll wear it then.
I enjoy learning about what's trending in fashion. A lot of trends work for me, but some don't and that's ok. I already own a nice trench coat so I think I might buy one in a trending color like red.
I’ve got three white button up shirts in my closet I never wear because my mom also said I should have at least one. Maybe I should give it a try-maybe I’ll change my mind too. 😁
Thank you for this amazing video! I love knowing what’s coming up to know how to use what I already have as well as how to invest wisely. You and MM Personal Styling are my favorite channels. The two of you have helped me so much to have a more cohesive wardrobe that flatters me, meets my lifestyle, and expresses the inner me. ❤ from Iowa
I love your attitude and sweet advice! Just entered my 50s and love life. One note: I think the phrase is "early adopter" of a trend. Have a blessed day!
Last year I purchased a black, like new, trench coat by Calvin Klein that I found in a second hand store. It was only $30.00. One man at church said it looked so classy. I love wearing it and I am 75.
I’m not one who has to follow the latest trends, but I do get excited when a color, tone or shade that is flattering to me becomes a trend. As someone with soft summer coloring, it can be hard to find flattering colored clothes in a black, white, and vibrant colored world. So I’m thrilled when one of “my” colors becomes trending because I can find basics and accessories that flatter me. 🎉
Sounds good. Enjoy those colors!
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I like Classic Preppy style, so I enjoy Classic and Preppy Trends that are having a moment.
Great! There are a lot of them. 🙌🏻
Kay, I want to let you know that the lilac sweater and silver jewelry really look beautiful.
I do like to see the trends. I don't like them to influence my style, but I do like that trends indicate what we'll be seeing in the stores. If I like them, I can find them. If I don't, I can ignore them. Thank you for doing the work and bringing us the information!
I don't like trends. I like to watch to see if I have these already. I am on a low/ no buy this year.
As am I. I’ve been trying hard to purchase sustainable brands, fibers and buying used where possible. The balance between wanting to be fashionable and responsible is thin. 😅
Same
But u do like trends if u r checking what u already have to update ur looks
I agree so much with this being the year for less purchasing!
I have a simple recommendation for you that only requires a little bit of your time but no money. Go to a nice clothing store and see what they are offering for sale. Then go home and find those things in your closet! If you are like me, they are in there.
I'm a big "no" on trends unless the trend is part of my personal style. I figured out my style and colors years ago (I'm 62) and if I stick to it I'm all good. I still watch your trend videos because you have great advice and ideas on how to wear colors and items together. Thanks for this !
Got my first pair of skinny jeans last year….wore them once and got lots of complements on them. They fit me well but during the winter months I feel some wool leg warmers may come in handy. I wore them almost daily the 1977/78 tundra ice storm season. I am 65 and shop my closet mostly but have found some fantastic pieces thrifting.
❤stripes polkadot and button up shirts will never go out of style😊
I was surprised how much my black trench elevated a casual jeans outfit! Icing on the cake, it was a like-new thrifted piece. That’s my go to method for trying out new wardrobe items I’m not sure I’ll actually wear a lot. Lol I’m still trying to wear my white button up more often. It was actually kind of hard finding one that was a bright white and affordable. With my cool complexion and gray hair, the least bit of softness in the white looks horrendous on me.
Loved your comment about costume jewelry. I recently purged my closet of a ton of costume jewelry that I never wore. Now I concentrate on wearing the good pieces I have. I also try to buy at antique sales, you’d be amazed at the quality of gems available. I picked up a beautiful, unique amethyst and opal pendant that was a lot cheaper than in a retail store.
Thank you for mentioning sustainability. Giving dignity to our designers and seamstresses as well as kindness to the earth is honoring and shows maturity in responsibility. ~
This is so wrong. Obiden is finally going to E Palestine. Mr butplugg has never been in the shipping or trucking industry and is responsible for the good people of that area to get sick and hopefully not die
Thank you. I love knowing the trends and appreciate all the work you do to research this. It tells me which items to move up in my closet. I really like silver jewelry, but now that I’m doing water aerobics, the pool chemicals make the silver turn black so I’m switching to white gold so it doesn’t turn black.
I love lavender and silver. Looking forward to this.
I also never liked button ups, but since last fall I found/bought several that I like wearing. Never say never. Lol😂
A lot of my clothes the last few months I have purchased from thrift shops, brand name clothes. I got a dress and a jacket just today.
Trench coat are classic & should be purchased in black navy khaki or brown. Will last for years.
You look fabulous in that lavender! The make up, hair and everything works!!!❤
Well I'm back in style from dots, dresses, Bass loafers and trench coats. Things I have but in the back of my closet I can wear again.
Great post with good and practical advice. You hit my style feelings: I like to know what the trends are and will probably adopt one or two but stick with my classic style. Thanks, Kay.💚
I try to incorporate trends in accessories or 1 or 2 small pieces. I feel like a yrench coat and button-down are timeless classics and will always be in my wardrobe. I like the idea of timeless femininity and would like to see how you incorporate that into a classic wardrobe.
There are usually a few trends I like most seasons, but they tend to be the more classic ones. A lot of trends are driven by brands to utilize cheap synthetic-fiber fabrics, those I avoid. Last year’s sheers, mesh and lace are good examples, all polyester, which brands love because they make astronomical profits on them.
It was so nice to see that I already have lots of clothes in trend for spring! Love your lavender top, it looks lovely on you💜
Thank so much. 😊
I love seeing the new trends every year, which doesn’t mean I run out and buy it all. It does help me make my purchases though. Thanks Kay. I also heard a lot of pearls are going to be big this year?
I've always worn button up shirts, especially the no iron ones. You can have a classic cotton shirt that doesn't get wrinkly!
I love the classic patterns, dots, stripes, checks/plaids, because they don’t look dated. I also like some floral/foliage prints, but they can date quickly and frequently are too polychromatic. I prefer one soft tone like blue or green on a white background. What I would really love to see are Baroque patterns, which are classics based on vegetal motives. I recently bought the most beautiful silk scarf in one of those patterns from D&G, Italians still make and wear them beautifully. I like Paisleys, too, as well as some more modern prints. But those that have been around for hundreds of years have stood the test of time.
love the fine jewelry comeback. My late husband loved to buy me jewelry and I have a lot thanks to him.!
That is awesome!
I have a great selection of fine jewelry from my mother in law and my mom and grandmother… I’ve wear them daily
Thanks for sharing these trends. Hope you’re enjoying being a first time grandma. My “first” turns 16 today. Time flies so quickly; enjoy them.🙏🏻😊
My one and only turns 23 this year... Unbelievable
Good morning, Kay. I still have a sleeveless polka dot silk blouse from J.Crew that I purchased about 12 years ago. Classics never go out of style. I believe sustainability also includes purchasing natural fabrics such as cotton, linen, wool and cashmere. I try to avoid the acrylic/polyester blends. These trends seem to be pretty subtle and not outrageous. I do have those "I regret purchases" that I am currently getting together to donate or bring to a consignment shop. I finally know my true style and that should help with random purchases. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Lovely! Thanks for watching. 🥰
Absolutely, natural fibers are essential🙂
Love fine jewelry. Yes, I wear it even when I’m hiking.
Perfect! Enjoy. I don’t really have any, but I have a big birthday coming up, so maybe….🤔
I love trends but I’m a huge budget trend follower. I shop sales and sometimes even thrift. Actually, I pull-it-off pretty well💃.
Thanks for sharing!! 🙌🏻
Nice video Kay. I'm starting to put paisley in the same category as florals these days. Not wearing them anymore. Even though I'm in my 60s I think they're more of and old lady pattern.
12:51 thank you for speaking about ETHICS in fashion!❤As stewards of this beautiful earth🌎 it really MATTERS -we want to avoid fast fashion!
I like to look modern but I don’t really try many trends. I just don’t like most of them on me. I am also doing a no buy year. Also, I feel like no one wears anything trendy where I live.
Thanks for watching. 😊
Love the color of your sweater. So pretty on you. I sometimes like trends and sometimes I don’t. I have a certain 63-yr old body I have to fit, regardless of trends. I try to stay current and have a few trend forward pieces, but basically I like a casual, classic look. I also am just redoing my two bathrooms, so the trends in clothes will be few and far between this year as my bathroom remodeling trend $$$ need to take precedence. :-).
Lavender looks soooo good on you! I would love to know where you got your white crewneck t-shirt you are wearing under your pretty lavender sweater. I have tried to find the perfect one to lay just right like yours and haven't been successful yet. Love everything about Dressed for My Day!
Love the lavender and purple💜very flattering.
Thrifting this year of course
Great video. Always on the look for good investment pieces . Can you do a video on brands that have held up over time? I see brand names on junky stuff at Marshall’s!
I’m 72year old woman and yes, white blouses, to me, never goes away, plus, a little denim, goes a long way, I’m not so much into jeans anymore, but do love lose fitting summer pants. Living by the beach in California, it’s hard to wear warmer clothes other then a sweatshirt. That’s all you see here, unless you go to a fancy restaurant $$$ and I don’t.
I like polkadots and stripes together 😂
Thank you for this! I'm using this "stay-inside-cold-weather" day to clean out and dust my closet so this was so timely! I love yours terms - "quiet elegance", "modern", "understated beauty". I'm 74 and although I can't stop the aging process with wrinkles and gray hair, I don't want to dress "frumpy" so I love the idea of not necessarily "trendy" but rather "modern". You've given me lots of inspiration to pare down my clothes (and costume jewelry), find the holes I need to look for to update my wardrobe, and to keep it sustainable (I have never thought about using that term for buying and discarding clothing items I purchase on a whim.) You're doing a great job with your blog, love your new haircut and congrats on the new grandbaby!!
I'm planning on doing the same thing to my closet during the colder weather. I'm 65. I'm a retired teacher, and while I've donated dresses and work clothing, I'm still trying to find my retired lady clothing without looking too casual and looking elevated modern. Argh, the costume jewelry! Maybe I can donate that to my school for dress up for the kindergartners?
I’m up there too. Done with the frump. I’m treating myself. Feels great to have a updated wardrobe
I am cleaning out my closet as well. Late 60s and recently retired. Plenty of professional work attire in my closet but very little everyday wear! Also lost 70 pounds recently.. Yikes! Staring my new wardrobe and style - fun but so hard!!! Appreciate your tips much!
Such a great video and you look lovely in lavender! I’m excited to get some feminine outfits and to get my jewelry out of the jewelry box. Thank you for that reminder.
You are so right. Except for a few heirloom, delicate pieces which are truly for special occasions, I have been wearing my “good” jewellery everyday. I’ve sent the inexpensive costume pieces to the charity shop; they’re still fashionable but of lesser quality. (I did keep a few pieces in the dress-up box for my grandkids to play with!) I can’t enjoy the jewellery that’s sitting in a box. By wearing it, in a way it honours those who gave me these lovely pieces as gifts, and those from whom I inherited them.
I like some trends. Something fun to add to my style.
Kay, once again, thank you for your well researched and interpreted, spring style guide. You are such an inspiration! I am excited to incorporate a couple of these trends, and to lean into clothing that I already have that express them! ❤ Great job!👏
Another good video because you stayed with the trends thst will stick around for years, and not just those silly flash-in-the-pan trends. Classy is great!
It's funny because I have 3 button down shirts in my closet and never wear them because I feel like I can't pull them off, whatever that means. I am so grateful and blessed by you.
I like the trench coat trend and will be shopping for one soon. Also, the fine jewelry caught my attention. Loved the video.
I love the fine jewelry “trend”. I love wearing my family pieces of jewelry that are classic in nature. The two piece suiting and outfits are really cute because you can break it apart. Especially, if you buy the suit in a classic color.
I am loving these trends, especially the really feminine look. You look beautiful in that lovely lavender sweater!
I really enjoyed this video! I just went to JCrew last week and was having a fun chat with another shopper that mentioned matching suits are coming around again. I can Marie Condo my whole house, but my entire wardrobe is off limits! Would you consider making a video showing us how to modernize them?
I, too, am tired of fashion regrets. It does not reflect good stewardship of my resources. I am really looking forward to defining and refining my style. Not easy when I like and can wear lots of trends. Your lavender sweater made your complexion glow
Omg! I loved your trend report! You really are knocking your videos and blogs “out of the park”!
Great video, as always, Kay!!! I totally love “Retro Feminine” because it is SO tasteful and classy!!! I made the same observation while watching the Golden Globe awards.
Lavender always seems to look stunning with green eyes😊
I’d be interested in a video on how to do retro feminine casual
I like the trendy slacks and jeans and pair there with a classic white blouse.
Since you're very conscious of sustainability, have you considered doing an episode centering on pre-owned, thrifted clothing? It is a great way to get name brand, high quality clothing while also being responsible in fashion and not contribute to the overflow of fast fashion. It's also so much more affordable.
I’m all for shopping second hand, but I don’t have much to contribute as far as advice. Thanks for the suggestion, but I just don’t have any expertise at all.
I’m a regular visitor to my local consignment store….I have found some great clothes, some new with tags! Love the thrill of the hunt AND the savings!
We'll have to do a collab, Kay! Just kidding.
Lots of other content creators out there doing this very thing.
I would like to see some of those channels.
Thank you Kay I love your fresh ideas and what’s coming up! I have a fit and flare dress I bought 2 years ago that I’m now going to wear to my daughter’s bridal shower! So glad that is on trend.
Love that!
I really enjoy your videos. I think you give very informative advice. Im 62 & also a pastor’s wife of 42 yrs. Not one to follow trends, but I want to know what the trends are, & i love how you bring them to us in a fun way. Keep up the good work ❤
That red sheath dress pictured is stunning! I need that one.
Thanks that was fun. I learned a lot about myself. I am just getting myself out from Covid. Then my husband and I got it before Christmas. Okay! start again. I have to get into my closet and see what I can come up with. Those gown's were just wonderful. You do a good job of setting us up for the next season. Joyce
Love most of the trends. Thanks for keeping us up to date.
You bet! 🙌🏻 Thanks for watching. 😊
Extremely happy to see fine jewelry on trend. I have a lot of it and will be happy to wear them. Some are from the late 60's.
I have a hard time with the term “ on trend”. I’m almost 70 and I have learned what looks best on me without trying to be on trend. I looked at the Frank and Eileen clothing line which I love, however, the prices are out of reach. A button down shirt for $300.00. I look at the styles and I love them and find affordable clothing. For me, I finally learned how to wear what looks best on me. Thanks for the video.
I couldn’t agree more! I tend toward classic, almost unchanging, styles and avoid “trendiness” like the plague.
I agree. I'm going to be 69 in a few weeks; trendy often translates to faddy, which means that a look will be around for a few months or a year and then it looks ridiculous if it's worn after that. I don't have any desire to be a fashion victim.
Thanks Kay for another wonderful video. I love dressing in a feminine way. I’m all for it and will certainly be picking up on that trend!
P.S and my neutrals are in Hooray Navy and Grey🎉. You look Stunning in your Lavender Sweater very ethereal and delicate .
I cleaned my closet today and got all winter OUT. I plan to not buy anything just re-imagine outfits. I did get a Spring pair of shoes at Goodwill. Amazing.
The lavender looks so pretty on you. I love purple/lavender don’t have a lot of it so maybe time to add another piece! Thank you. So trench coats can be all different lengths I’m seeing. Years ago I had a coat someone called a pea coat about mid thigh length maybe it called a trench coat now.
I love my pearls and wear them any chance inget
Could you do a video and go into more depth about that "retro feminine" for everyday people trend? Give us some examples of how we could work that in?
Excellent video! Loved the sustainability trend, I hope it’s an always trend. I’m all for good quality garments and I enjoy wearing them. Thank you Kay 😊
Thank you for another wonderful video. Please consider recommending a wardrobe for cruising ❤
I love a good trench coat. I wore a trench coat 30 years ago, and let that one go, but still have several. Thanks for sharing updated trench coats. Also, I recently purchased 2 pairs of Oradina 14k gold earrings at a reasonable price. You may want to check this brand out.
I'm so glad you are back! I enjoyed this. I love the trend towards femininity. And the basics. Just a fun time fashion wise. And being up north in the frigidity of winter it's nice to think about Spring.
Yay! Thank you! 😊
Thank you Kay! I love knowing what the trends will be so I can incorporate them into my existing wardrobe. I want to feel modern too! I will be wearing my fine jewelry more often, button ups, elevated basics and maybe stripes. I’ll be skipping polka dots though!
I love this ! Some trends are terrible! Cold shoulder? Brrrr! Low rise jeans? When did plumber’s…we’ll you know. I like feminine colors and silhouettes! Polka dots forever! I’m on this year!
Thanks so much for watching and sharing your thoughts. I never did the cold shoulder thing either. But did think some ladies looked lovely in it. 😊
I like to look youthful and in style but my clothing budget has been basically zero all my life. I have to work with what is given me, severely on sale, or what is at thrift store or garage sale. I rarely go to malls or new stores soooo it's hard but your channel is helpful for ideas.
I am so happy to see modest & feminine trends! God made me a woman,& I want to look like one in an alluring yet modest way.
Amen❤
That’s the frustrating part about trends. So many retailers jump on board and the stores are full of items based on that trend, but if that trend doesn’t fit your coloring, your body type or your lifestyle, you’ll struggle finding anything else in the shops or online.
I just figure if the trending items aren’t for me, that just saves me money.
Great segment! I've been working on an elevated casual wardrobe since I'm now retired. I love your ideas! A trench coat is definitely on my list!
Hello Kay! I love dresses, and actually don't have many. I will be looking forward to the dresses and dress silhouettes you will be spotlighting in your videos and blog. Thank you!
Wonderful!
Looks like springtime is really going to be beautiful! Loved this! Thank you!
Lots of good ideas here! Navy is fabulous for spring and a white button down shirt in every closet! As well as a denim shirt. I think careful with lavender for older ladies. I think a pink that works with your coloring is better. Straight jeans are so great! They flatter almost everyone. And my classic self has done really well with less is more when it comes to jewelry. I wear my classic pieces with everything!
Another great video with wonderful information! I have never enjoyed button up shirts. I own a couple but wear them rarely. I have decided that 2024 will be a low buy year. So, I have been shopping my closet. I have pulled out my classics. Next I went through and pulled out the trending colors to blend with the classics. While I was "shopping", I found I had kept several polka dot items!! I have quite a few pieces that are striped, plaid and polka dot!! I keep floral purchases to a minimum always....those are generally pieces I will let go when I do a purge. My favorite advice you gave today was about the matching set trend. That trend made sense to me!!! Thank you for all you do!❤
I follow the Modern Gurlz channel, which is for the under 40 set. Their trends are so different from those here haha. Punk, grunge, pirate, goth... As a 68 year old, ive had my punk/grunge era. It no longer looks good on me, but i kinda miss it. I still wear my rock band t-shirts and flannels around the house! But I love the more minimalist style, trench coats, etc., when I go out. ❤
Thanks for sharing. 💕
😉Think stylistically there will always be a touch of rebellion or anti- establishment in my personal make-up👍. Besides, combat streetwear is quite 🆒️ & popular in 😎LA too.
As someone who leans modern minimalist, I would just dial it down from the more kitschy youthful exuberance that strikes me as overblown & costumey. I would want it to fit my more polished casual classic feminine chic.
🇬🇧 Saw a beautiful red haired 40-something woman wearing a funky lavender corduroy jumper style dress (not as in sweater but an overall or pinafore type dress that had a straight silhouette). She paired it w/a LS sheer lavender floral body-con crew neck top, lavender tights, & shiny lavender patent leather combat boots.
Surprisingly, her ensemble was not precious or juvenile for either the silhouette or being pastel. Her look had a fun, funky, feminine flair that was perfectly ageless🎉.
🤔Recently bought a pair of burgandy combat boots that have black laces & sole. Thought I could wear my 2pc burgandy suit w/the short pencil skirt, burgandy tights, & matching ankle boots. Also layer in a black turtleneck, tote, & knit beanie. That's something I could easily wear to the 📚library or 🌹Rose Bowl flea market for the day.
Or, there's my black & white buffalo check button up shirt worn open as a shacket over a black base (mock neck body suit, slouchy tapered cuffed joggers, beanie, tote, & Converse high tops).
🌞In Summer, I could wear a classic white tee & white linen bucket hat w/either: ¹linen white & pastel pink💗 buffalo check pencil skirt & slip-on pink leather Vans; or it's ²khaki🤎 beige & white "twin" skirt w/my white Converse high tops. Both combos have a playful grunge essence.
✂️Lastly, have a pair of khaki beige cargo pants & shorts that I'd like to change into a maxi skirt & matching bucket hat respectively. The lightweight military/utility fabric is truly comfortable in our 🥵Mediterranean-Desert climate.
💚Bridget from Cali☘️
(using my pal's YT acct)
@@teresacarle294 I love the sound of those outfits. 💜 I can't wear my Converse anymore, because they have no support, but I'm all about Komfy Kushe Vans!
Not too much into trends. I buy if I really really love it. I absolutely love the color of your top and it goes so well with white.
Good morning! I love the term retro feminine! That about sums me up. Regardless of weight or age, I love the old-fashioned celebration of being feminine in an everyday manner. I have been on the hunt for the correct cut and style of a more delicate and refined everyday dress, but have high hopes that maybe this will be the year! And I absolutely love lavender, even though I don't have fair skin or light hair. For all the medium skin- toned, auburn haired girls out there, give it a go!
Hi Kay - thank you for this great content (as usual). But...WOW...your attention to deal and how you numbered the items shown...well, WOW! Much appreciated!
Sometimes I think the "I hear X is going to be trending" is more about fashion influencers putting it out into the universe than what is really going to happen. I agree that I see so many of those comments yet don't see it popular as the season goes on. Based on what I'm seeing online at the stores, I agree with you that it's more about the stripes than the polka dots.
Kay, I Love that you are tackling spring trends now! ~Favorites of 2023... are not useful to me. "Dress to look modern, NOT young!!" 🎯
I have a trench coat I made several years ago. It’s tan. I never wear it because it’s long ( knee length). I think I’ll shorten it - I’m sure I’ll wear it then.
Beautiful, Kay, and an eye opener for 2024!
I like trends, I usually have some already and just wear them more. Love this video!❤
Love that!🥰
I enjoy learning about what's trending in fashion. A lot of trends work for me, but some don't and that's ok. I already own a nice trench coat so I think I might buy one in a trending color like red.
I’ve got three white button up shirts in my closet I never wear because my mom also said I should have at least one. Maybe I should give it a try-maybe I’ll change my mind too. 😁
Thank you Kay! I am new to your videos but I am truly enjoying them. This video was great!
What a great and informative video, thank you for sharing all of these interesting insights about trends!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for this amazing video! I love knowing what’s coming up to know how to use what I already have as well as how to invest wisely. You and MM Personal Styling are my favorite channels. The two of you have helped me so much to have a more cohesive wardrobe that flatters me, meets my lifestyle, and expresses the inner me.
❤ from Iowa
I love your attitude and sweet advice! Just entered my 50s and love life. One note: I think the phrase is "early adopter" of a trend. Have a blessed day!
Love the feminine styles!
Fun video as always. Loved your lipstick color and application.
Do you mind sharing?
Since each look was numbered, I hoped to find them all in your list.