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Go ahead, Break every Fashion Rule – There are no Rules

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Friday, 29 June 2018 / Published in Friends and Family, Home, Lifestyle & Leisure, News, Style & Beauty

Go ahead, Break every Fashion Rule – There are no Rules

Some of my friends from The Midlife Revolution and I have got together and decided that we have had it with RULES… about what you CAN and you CANNOT wear when you reach a certain age.

Who made these so-called RULES anyway?
THE FASHION POLICE?

Who are you?

We will wear what we damn well like.

I dress quite conservatively, but I admire those who don’t. I love seeing older women rocking their leathers and ripped jeans. And I also admire those who wear beautiful elegant dresses and timeless pieces.

There have been so many ridiculous articles recently stating that women should not wear jeans after 40 or bikinis after a certain age, or short skirts and they certainly should not show off their cleavage after 50.

Ignore all this and wear what you want.

I like to try new trends in the safety of the dressing room and sometimes I embrace them with gusto. My favourite from recent years is the cold shoulder and I have purchased quite a few items.

Other trends never make it out of the changing room, simply because they do not suit me. But they look lovely on others of a similar age.

So, if you want to wear a short skirt and showcase your legs, that is your call. This is as short as I go now!

If you wish to wear a low-cut dress, it is your choice.

My over-the-knee boots, bought in Paula’s in Malahide, did raise a few eyebrows, but I don’t care.

If you want to wear a bikini, go ahead and do so. You can see that I am wearing one on the cruise I went on with GG and friends to celebrate my 60th two years ago. I have not worn one since, but if I do it will be my choice.  Notice that I did not walk around in the bikini, I always wore a long shirt or kimono, but I did sunbathe in it.

Hop over to my friends’ posts and see what rules they break, what trends they try.

Nina  Sharing a Journey is absolutely fabulous in her off-the-shoulder top.

Robin Hello Im 50ish  rocks her two-piece swimsuit.

Eugenia The Age of Grace always  so elegant, takes risks from time to time and tackles print-mixing.

Julie and Lori  Fashion Trends and Friends look amazing in their shorts.

Are you a risk taker?

I would love to hear in the comments below.

Thank you for reading. Enjoy your weekend.

Hilda

 

Tagged under: fashion risks, Fashion Trends and Friends, Hello I'm 50ish, No Rules, Sharing a Journey, The Age of Grace

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16 Comments to “ Go ahead, Break every Fashion Rule – There are no Rules”

  1. Nancy Baten says :Reply
    June 29, 2018 at 9:25 pm

    Yes fantastic! And what a flat belly! I’m jealous!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 1, 2018 at 4:29 pm

      Thanks Nancy. I am breathing in!!!!

  2. Gail says :Reply
    June 30, 2018 at 8:55 am

    The sad thing is that the fashion police is mostly women writers in daily newspapers who write disparaging comments about other women — and they’re usually over 45 themselves!

    You look fantastic in your bikini Hilda and the cold shoulder top is definitely your signature look!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 1, 2018 at 4:29 pm

      I know Gail, that is a good point. Maybe they are just trying to stir up some controversy. And thank you x

  3. Kim says :Reply
    June 30, 2018 at 3:19 pm

    You look fantastic in all of your options. I’ve never been a rule follower in regards to how I dress but an item, or style has to look good on me. I think it’s ridiculous all the rules that are coming out for women 40 and up! Even more ridiculous is that there are women that feel you need to follow those rules.

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 1, 2018 at 4:27 pm

      Thanks Kim….we just ignore, but it makes for a good post. Glad to hear you are of a similar mind..

  4. Julie Augustyn says :Reply
    July 2, 2018 at 1:20 am

    Hilda,

    You look amazing in all of your fashion choices! We’ll just keep on wearing what we like, look in and feel confident wearing! No one tells us how to dress!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 5, 2018 at 10:45 am

      Absolutely Julie x

  5. Angie says :Reply
    July 4, 2018 at 7:50 pm

    Hi, Hilda
    I love everything you wore here, especially the bikini!
    Thanks for the great article,
    Angie
    http://www.yourtrueselfblog.com

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 5, 2018 at 10:43 am

      Thanks Angie…really appreciate your comment x

  6. Regan says :Reply
    July 4, 2018 at 10:10 pm

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!! So brave to show the bikini and you ROCKED it. Love your authenticity. Look forward to more in the future

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 5, 2018 at 10:44 am

      Regan you are so sweet. Thank you so much. It was two years ago; might not chance it in public again, but never say never…

    2. Hilda says :Reply
      July 13, 2018 at 11:42 am

      Ah Regan you are so kind xx

  7. Loretta Sayers says :Reply
    July 9, 2018 at 3:47 pm

    You go Hilda! Love this post and you are spot on.

    And can I say, you look smashing in your bikini at 60!!

  8. jacqui berry says :Reply
    July 9, 2018 at 11:14 pm

    Wow Hilda, looking very hot in your bikini! Wish I was brave like you, but I don’t have your fabulous figure! Thanks for sharing these looks that suit everyone, glad they do as I wear most of them! Jacqui Mummabstylish

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 13, 2018 at 11:38 am

      It has to do with the pose and holding my tummy in ..and the angle..xxx

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