20 Must-Know Style Tips For Everyone Over 40 (2 of 4)

Figure out what your signature style is

By the time you hit your 40s, you are already aware of who you actually are, and it should be the case with your fashion sense as well, points out New York based stylist Elizabeth Kosich.

And the best way to express that fashion sense is to try and work out what your signature look should be.

Koshish adds that you should really figure out what exactly defines you and work your fashion around that. And there is nothing better than embracing your own sense of style and working your way up from there.

Add things you like in your style

Founder of Crystal Cave Style, Crystal Cave says that incorporating things that you like in your fashion sense gives your overall look a great makeover. Whether you like hot yoga classes or you are someone who is into tropical vacations, there are inspirations everywhere that you can take cues from. Not only does it make you feel at ease with what you are wearing, but it also gives others a chance to know about your persona without you uttering a single word, Crystal adds.

Design a capsule wardrobe

You should probably have a great idea of colors and style by now since you are in your 40s.

Just try to maintain a sense of calmness and simplicity in your fashion sense, and channel that into creating a capsule wardrobe. You just need a couple of suits, five tops, three bottoms and you can easily manage over 40 dressing combinations with ease. By focusing on “less is more”, you can focus more on style and less on what to pick, adds Kosich.

Keep your basics updated

Let’s be honest: nobody likes seeing a 40-something woman or man wearing clothes that are stained and feel like the dress will fall apart. This is why upgrading your basics is so crucial in your 40s, or rather at any age. Fashion stylist Catherine Bachelier says that updating your basics will help you make better fashion choices.

Catherine recommends one should buy at least a couple of tees, for both men and women.

And if you notice your shoes are looking old, a quick trip to your nearest cobbler should work wonders. Bachelier points out that shoe repairs help keep your look updated.

Buy some staples, too

Now that you have picked the basics for your wardrobe, it is time for you to spend some real money. Kosich points out that the 40s is the right time to buy timeless pieces and add a sense of flair to your dressing style.

If you are a businesswoman, going for a power suit with stud earrings and a handbag will go a long way in boosting your look. For moms, a winter coat, cashmere sweaters, or a boot does the trick; while for the philanthropists, black-colored outfits go a long way in making a style statement.