I like it when you show outfits that look great, this is inspiring and helps us get a mindset of what we like. It is easy for me to pick out a couple of favorite looks you show, while admitting “not for me” to others… I like seeing outfits in good taste. Also love classic items that still look great . For me (as feedback) I learned to weed out large prints, large florals, long skirts with prints and move toward solid color shorter skirts with shorter jackets. I have lost 3 inches in height (in my 70’s) and need to readjust my style to feel in proportion.
Hi Becky, thank you for the feedback. This is exactly what you should do just take from it what works for you. I am glad you found some of it helpful. 😊
I love your channel and am delighted when new videos drop! Most helpful recently have been content about elegant and over-60 wardrobe advice. And, having gone gray from medium brunette hair, I am puzzled by the issue of feeling out of balance without my formerly darker hair in contrast my clothes. Also, the gray tricked me into thinking I needed to pair cooler colors with it, which washed out my skin (I'm naturally a warm autumn palette). I love your gray-hair content--so helpful! I'm pulling together my Pinterest boards. Thank you so much for your channel--I'm loving it!
Mini-skirts forever! My legs are that good at age 64, lucky me. It’s genetic, My Mom’s and Grandma’s were great into their 80s. If only I had the luck to have a slim waist, too, but I don’t! My rule was always skirts and shorts no shorter than mid-thigh, even as a teenager, I’m a modest woman, but most ‘“minis” end just a few inches above my knees because I’m short.
About 20 years ago I bought some heavy jersey knit pull on pants from Michael Kors and White House Black Market. They are more chic than leggings, yet more casual than dress pants. I still have them and wear them. They are black and I will never get rid of them until they fall apart and then I’ll cry. 😂
Haha! See this is the thing if you find that one thing you wear over and over again it is worth every penny and is probably the most sustainable item in your wardrobe because of how many times you’ve worn it
Thank you for your clear and well thought out content. My thought is that if you have worn it once when it was in style in your youth, don't wear it again. Those trends are for the youth who are experimenting and rightly so. But that doesn't mean it is a time for the older generation to revisit their youth. We need to smile and remember how far we have come since then! 😊 Cheers! (and you now have a new subscriber!)
Thank you for the feedback it is greatly appreciated. I’m glad you’ve found it helpful. I do agree for the most part though I do still wear dungarees which I have worn since I was a teenager! I love them haha!
@@capsuleclosetstylist Good jeans that fit well are classics and never to be confused with a trend! 🥰 As a teen from the 70s I see no reason for us to ever part with those favs. You wear them and rock that style dear! ☺
Hello very good question. So it depends on how much help you want but a colour analysis and body type guide starts at 199 USD. The best thing to do is to book in for a complimentary consultation with me so I can guide you to what would suit you best. I wouldn’t want to to get a service you do not need. You can book in here calendly.com/capsuleclosetstylist/free-consultation shout if you have any questions. 😊
Yes, whenever it’s cold enough, I wear opaque tights and my beloved Stuart Weitzman OTK suede boots with my mini skirts/dresses. I like the boots because they make my stick legs look fuller, and, more importantly, they keep me warm. They might not be trendy now, but I don’t care, I never get rid of high-quality leather boots, I just keep on wearing them.
I'm 65 going on 30 till I look in the mirror lol. Size 18 and apple shape. I love cream, tan, black and white colours also sky blue. Cotton and linen clothes I mostly like. I'm starting to follow u. Thank you for the tips.
I love your videos! I’d love to see a video about how to use colour without looking too young. I’m a 42 year old muted cool colour type and I look younger than I am. So how do I use my colours and still look ‘grown up’? The point is: I LOVE colour ❤
Hi Margriet, thank you for your comment. I will keep this in mind. In the interim, I would keep the colours to around three or less for each outfit. This way it looks more coordinated. And if you love colour you should stick to it!
How would you develop a plan for packing for a trip? Do you have any strategies that you use to make good choices for outfits and pieces that look and field great? I often feel like when I’m thinking about what to bring on a trip, it’s very aspirational, like not things that I would wear everyday at home and I’m not sure that always results in a good plan. I often feel like I’ve rather had to over pack because that vacation look requires too many new pieces that I wouldn’t normally wear, or nothing works with anything else that I brought and the things I’m missing are basic pieces. I’ve seems some methods online like the 333 or the 54321. Do you have a method or strategy that works for you or that you like to recommend for clients? Or tips?
I hope you don't mind me coming in here. I am 70 and have done with heavy cases. I live in Sicily. In May I did a week in the UK and France, with a light wheelie and a smallish handbag. I had no opportunity to do laundry. I wore the heaviest items: trainers, jeans, shirt and a buttery soft caramel suede jacket. Packed light linen trousers and violet silk trousers. 3 t-shirts and one linen shirt. One pair of sandals. Changes of underwear and one pair of pyjamas. All colours went together. In Nice, I got a shampoo and blowdry
This is a very good question and funnily enough one of my next videos is about packing for a trip. I don’t believe in numbers because they don’t take into account the climate, how long you are there or what you plan to do. It’s a lot to write here but you might find this helpful. capsuleclosetstylist.com/travel-capsule-wardrobe/ in addition look out for the next few videos. When do you leave?
I love my knit (jersey) dresses, I just size up a size so that they’re not clingy. These are winter staples for me, especially my cashmere and Merino ones, cotton blends with these are great, too. A knit dress is the most comfy winter outfit ever, with tights or long socks, depending on skirt length, and to go out, I add boots and a wool blazer or coat. I loathe Spandex and can’t wear synthetics, but it’s so hard to find knit dresses without them. I’m a daily dress or skirt outfit wearer, my shape is too unusual to fit trousers and they’re so uncomfortable on me.
I wear “crop tops” a lot. I’m short and very short-waisted and most of these just cover or meet my waistband. I don’t want to show torso skin, so barring that, the shorter the top, the better on me in general. Even petite tops are usually unflatteringly long, I don’t want tops that go down to my thighs! The longest top I’ll wear ends above my hipbones, or I tuck it in. Showing the waist is important for all figures, regardless of size or shape. Big, long tops visually shorten the legs and give a big, block shape to the torso. Proportions are critical in styling.
@@capsuleclosetstylist Hi. Depends on the occasion, but I tend to wear a fitted black top, with a black tuxedo blazer, or, more casually, a chunky black sweater. If I wear the kilt, which is pleated, I'd wear a slightly more fitted & shorter knit.
How can a short person 5’3”wear long sweaters? I gave away anything that went below my knee but have some pretty colors in long sweaters that hit mid thigh .
Hi Becky it depends a little on your body type, but I would say wear one and then were one colour underneath so if it is a top and pants or a top and a skirt have them matching colours that way it will draw the eye downwards. If you need more help book in for a consultation with me and I can chat to you about how i can help you there calendly.com/capsuleclosetstylist/free-consultation
I like it when you show outfits that look great, this is inspiring and helps us get a mindset of what we like. It is easy for me to pick out a couple of favorite looks you show, while admitting “not for me” to others… I like seeing outfits in good taste. Also love classic items that still look great . For me (as feedback) I learned to weed out large prints, large florals, long skirts with prints and move toward solid color shorter skirts with shorter jackets. I have lost 3 inches in height (in my 70’s) and need to readjust my style to feel in proportion.
Hi Becky, thank you for the feedback. This is exactly what you should do just take from it what works for you. I am glad you found some of it helpful. 😊
I love your channel and am delighted when new videos drop! Most helpful recently have been content about elegant and over-60 wardrobe advice. And, having gone gray from medium brunette hair, I am puzzled by the issue of feeling out of balance without my formerly darker hair in contrast my clothes. Also, the gray tricked me into thinking I needed to pair cooler colors with it, which washed out my skin (I'm naturally a warm autumn palette). I love your gray-hair content--so helpful! I'm pulling together my Pinterest boards. Thank you so much for your channel--I'm loving it!
Ah thank you for the feedback I’m glad you find it helpful. Shout if you need my help 😊
Mini-skirts forever! My legs are that good at age 64, lucky me. It’s genetic, My Mom’s and Grandma’s were great into their 80s. If only I had the luck to have a slim waist, too, but I don’t! My rule was always skirts and shorts no shorter than mid-thigh, even as a teenager, I’m a modest woman, but most ‘“minis” end just a few inches above my knees because I’m short.
I think this is great advice
About 20 years ago I bought some heavy jersey knit pull on pants from Michael Kors and White House Black Market. They are more chic than leggings, yet more casual than dress pants. I still have them and wear them. They are black and I will never get rid of them until they fall apart and then I’ll cry. 😂
Haha! See this is the thing if you find that one thing you wear over and over again it is worth every penny and is probably the most sustainable item in your wardrobe because of how many times you’ve worn it
Don't cry. Get a good seamstress to make you a copy. The important thing is the fabric: that's also why they look so good on you. Good luck👍
@@paolamura3497, I make copies of my favorite clothing in multiple colors! Great suggestion!
great idea
YES! Wear what you love & be confident! ❤
Absolutely spot on
New subscriber to your channel. Love your ideas and suggestions-very helpful to me. Thanks! Keep on keepin' on!
I will thank you for the feedback. Shout if you need my help
Just discovered your channel and am so glad I did! Looking forward to watching your other videos. Love your style and presentation. ❤
Thank you Marlene I appreciate the feedback.
Lingerie is also what you wear to bed. I invest in silk now. I love it!
Totally agree 😊
You would look good in a paper bag, fab figure and brilliant advice, really loved this video x
Ah thank you I mighttry that haha! Glad you enjoyed it.
Liked your advice on what jeans to buy and how to wash them.
Hi Becky thank youf for the feedback I am glad you found it helpful
Thank you for your clear and well thought out content. My thought is that if you have worn it once when it was in style in your youth, don't wear it again. Those trends are for the youth who are experimenting and rightly so. But that doesn't mean it is a time for the older generation to revisit their youth. We need to smile and remember how far we have come since then! 😊 Cheers! (and you now have a new subscriber!)
Thank you for the feedback it is greatly appreciated. I’m glad you’ve found it helpful. I do agree for the most part though I do still wear dungarees which I have worn since I was a teenager! I love them haha!
@@capsuleclosetstylist Good jeans that fit well are classics and never to be confused with a trend! 🥰 As a teen from the 70s I see no reason for us to ever part with those favs. You wear them and rock that style dear! ☺
Very true
I've just bought some denim overalls... I'm 63 and I have no problem revisiting certain trends... Doesn't mean I'd get an 80's perm, though! 🤣
@@capsuleclosetstylist I commented, then read that you wear dungarees! They're the same as overalls, yeah?
Love the statement that I don’t have to buy into it all!
Nope you don't! Find your own way 😊
Such great advice!! However I can still rock a slightly shorter dress at 63, my pins are still reasonable 🦵❤🎉😂
Hi Annie, Go you! I am so pleased to hear this yay!
How much would it cost to find out what body shape & face shape you are plus what colors and styles are best for a 74 year old woman? Thank you.
Hello very good question. So it depends on how much help you want but a colour analysis and body type guide starts at 199 USD. The best thing to do is to book in for a complimentary consultation with me so I can guide you to what would suit you best. I wouldn’t want to to get a service you do not need. You can book in here calendly.com/capsuleclosetstylist/free-consultation shout if you have any questions. 😊
Totally onboard with mid rise/regular waist straight jeans. It’s not that easy to find them though. So many are long in the rise.
They are at the moment but also heading towards low rise. Stick to the classic brands like Levi’s and Wrangler and you will likely find some 😊
@@74griffo Check your local op-shops, too. You'll often find Levis etc, in really good condition.
Yes, whenever it’s cold enough, I wear opaque tights and my beloved Stuart Weitzman OTK suede boots with my mini skirts/dresses. I like the boots because they make my stick legs look fuller, and, more importantly, they keep me warm. They might not be trendy now, but I don’t care, I never get rid of high-quality leather boots, I just keep on wearing them.
Yay so glad to hear this
I'm 65 going on 30 till I look in the mirror lol. Size 18 and apple shape. I love cream, tan, black and white colours also sky blue. Cotton and linen clothes I mostly like. I'm starting to follow u. Thank you for the tips.
Cannot find a good decent bra, I'm 40DD and hate it. I need to lift up and have some shape. So fed up. My clothes look terrible cos the bra is yuk.
You are very welcome. I’m glad you have found it helpful. I think we all feel like that haha ❤️
Where are you based?
I love your videos! I’d love to see a video about how to use colour without looking too young. I’m a 42 year old muted cool colour type and I look younger than I am. So how do I use my colours and still look ‘grown up’? The point is: I LOVE colour ❤
Hi Margriet, thank you for your comment. I will keep this in mind. In the interim, I would keep the colours to around three or less for each outfit. This way it looks more coordinated. And if you love colour you should stick to it!
How would you develop a plan for packing for a trip? Do you have any strategies that you use to make good choices for outfits and pieces that look and field great? I often feel like when I’m thinking about what to bring on a trip, it’s very aspirational, like not things that I would wear everyday at home and I’m not sure that always results in a good plan. I often feel like I’ve rather had to over pack because that vacation look requires too many new pieces that I wouldn’t normally wear, or nothing works with anything else that I brought and the things I’m missing are basic pieces. I’ve seems some methods online like the 333 or the 54321. Do you have a method or strategy that works for you or that you like to recommend for clients? Or tips?
I hope you don't mind me coming in here. I am 70 and have done with heavy cases. I live in Sicily. In May I did a week in the UK and France, with a light wheelie and a smallish handbag. I had no opportunity to do laundry. I wore the heaviest items: trainers, jeans, shirt and a buttery soft caramel suede jacket. Packed light linen trousers and violet silk trousers. 3 t-shirts and one linen shirt. One pair of sandals. Changes of underwear and one pair of pyjamas. All colours went together. In Nice, I got a shampoo and blowdry
This is a very good question and funnily enough one of my next videos is about packing for a trip. I don’t believe in numbers because they don’t take into account the climate, how long you are there or what you plan to do. It’s a lot to write here but you might find this helpful. capsuleclosetstylist.com/travel-capsule-wardrobe/ in addition look out for the next few videos. When do you leave?
I love my knit (jersey) dresses, I just size up a size so that they’re not clingy. These are winter staples for me, especially my cashmere and Merino ones, cotton blends with these are great, too. A knit dress is the most comfy winter outfit ever, with tights or long socks, depending on skirt length, and to go out, I add boots and a wool blazer or coat. I loathe Spandex and can’t wear synthetics, but it’s so hard to find knit dresses without them. I’m a daily dress or skirt outfit wearer, my shape is too unusual to fit trousers and they’re so uncomfortable on me.
I agree they are a simple stylish option.
I wear boy-leg shapewear and a vest tucked into them, with my knit dresses. No VPL or bulges.
I wear “crop tops” a lot. I’m short and very short-waisted and most of these just cover or meet my waistband. I don’t want to show torso skin, so barring that, the shorter the top, the better on me in general. Even petite tops are usually unflatteringly long, I don’t want tops that go down to my thighs! The longest top I’ll wear ends above my hipbones, or I tuck it in. Showing the waist is important for all figures, regardless of size or shape. Big, long tops visually shorten the legs and give a big, block shape to the torso. Proportions are critical in styling.
Age 64, forgot to say.
Yes and they make people look straight up and down
I have a houndstooth stretch mini(ish) skirt and a tartan kilt, that I wear with black opaque tights & riding boots. Again, I'm 63.😁😎
Hi Bernita, That sounds like a great outfit. What do you tend to wear on top?
@@capsuleclosetstylist Hi. Depends on the occasion, but I tend to wear a fitted black top, with a black tuxedo blazer, or, more casually, a chunky black sweater. If I wear the kilt, which is pleated, I'd wear a slightly more fitted & shorter knit.
Hi Bernita, This sounds perfect.
How can a short person 5’3”wear long sweaters? I gave away anything that went below my knee but have some pretty colors in long sweaters that hit mid thigh .
Hi Becky it depends a little on your body type, but I would say wear one and then were one colour underneath so if it is a top and pants or a top and a skirt have them matching colours that way it will draw the eye downwards. If you need more help book in for a consultation with me and I can chat to you about how i can help you there calendly.com/capsuleclosetstylist/free-consultation
You could wear the longer ones as a dress, with tights?
This is also an option
Fine leggings sre very popular in Norway now. So many of them make people look naked below the waist. 😅 Particularly beige and salmon coloured ones. 😮
I know exactly what you mean I have looked twice on a few occasions. Yes they are not the best option for anyone.