My signature piece is scarves. I was in a kindergarten classroom for 20 years and I wore a scarf almost everyday. At times the children have called me the scarf lady! I LOVE scarves even when no one else is wearing them. I feel totally complete with a scarf and lost without one. I have learned many ways to tie them over the years and people come up to me and ask me how I tied a particular scarf. I get compliments all the time. That is my unique piece. Love your blog, I get so much useful information here. Thanks for being you.
The biggest secret is wearing the proper undergarments for your body shape proportions and the outfit you are wearing. The second secret is wearing the proper shoes. The 3rd secret is getting your hairstyle for your colouring and face shape, lifestyle. The 4th secret is knowing your colour palette and using it to build your wardrobe. The 5th secret is your accessories should match your colour palette and your body type that including belts and sunglasses. Thanks for the video
I think a stylist woman knows how to make sure not too much “fine china” is hanging out in their outfit. I’m talking about baby doll dresses or short, shorts, tops that are overly sheer without appropriate foundation wear. Especially as we grow older, I think it’s important to know how to be stylish and modest as well.
So agree. When women do this, i think they are shouting, "Hey!! I want attention." A secure woman of confidence and style, doesn't need attention. My opinion only.
I am happy I don't have to be a stylist. I know what kind of styles I wear so I am my own stylist. I know what looks good on me and apparently I do okay. I always have people telling me how I know how to dress and have good accessories, no matter the occasion. I don't wear the most current jeans. I wear what looks good on me, regardless of what jeans are in style.
In summer, I wear an assortment of white jeans. In winter, I always have on a stylish scarf. My friends always look forward seeing what jewelry I am wearing. You don’t have to be a blue blood or rich to have class
Just discovered you this morning! My physical therapist talked to me about having properly fitting undergarments. This was in respect to my back issues which are a result of my poor posture. Proper posture and the right bra significantly help the frump factor and help whatever you're wearing look better.
Oh my gosh #3 “dress for your body shape” is probably my favorite. My mom used to drill this into us girls and my mom always looked good in whatever she put on because she wore the clothes instead of the clothes wearing her. So glad you included this tip!😉 RIP Mom❤️
I worked retail for several years and it was so difficult to get women to dress for their shape rather than a popular look that really didn’t suit them. Also to disregard size and wear what fit. Just because you can squeeze into a certain size doesn’t mean you ought to actually wear that size.
I love capes, hats, and scarves during cool weather, and I'm glad bootcut pants & jeans are back, as well as clogs. I also love long vests and cardigans.
I am so glad to see the straight leg jean is a current trend! It never went out of style with me, lol! My body shape is a triangle, so skinny jeans never looked good on me, in my opinion. I think a stylish woman knows what does and does not look good on her, but isn't afraid to try something new. Thanks for sharing these terrific tips to help keep us current! 💕
My style secret is to use a little restraint and keep clothes on the simply-cut side. The more detailed, the faster a garment will date. I like to add detail to my outfits with accessories instead, like a print silk scarf, classic jewelry or good leather belt. Also, I prefer more classic patterns than, say, a huge multi-colored tropical print or a Boho floral.
I am 35 and have been redoing my wardrobe this for the past year and a half. I have been discovering my signature style and signature colors. I am finding I prefer a classic style but with bold colors. Emerald green for the spring and summer and burgundy for fall/winter are my favorites. It feels good giving myself the time and energy needed to be a stylish woman.
Hi Kay. What a great topic! I think you hit the nail on the head with suggesting that stylish women have a signature in the way they dress. My sister in laws Nana lived in to her 90s and was always stylish. She always had her hair up in a French comb and had pearls in her ears. Always elegant and refined. I don’t think I can really remember her actual clothes. Just that she had style and fantastic accessories and poise.
@DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms It's all so interesting ! Even Birth Order plays a part, I think, in what we prefer/are-most-comfortable wearing. I am 59, the 3rd-daughter (out of 5 kids/Had two older brothers//Was the youngest of the five), and was so excited today -after watching tons of your great videos- when I saw you carrying that {black} Backpack-Purse, and the Clog-Shoes ❣️ [Am retired/disabled, but am staying at a good/healthy weight. Cool looking Backpack Purses and Clogs Are My Favorites ! ! ! [[ You looked great in yours too, Kay! ]] ❤️ 🇮🇱 🇺🇲 💒 🙏 🎵 🎵 🎵
I love it when I see women wear what they want with confidence even if it is a little eclectic and different. This doesn’t always pertain to clothes. For instance, I saw a woman (probably in her 60s), with streaks of purple in her hair. I thought she looked so cool! It inspires me to be myself and wear what makes me feel good. 😀❤️
I've lost my sense of style ever since I stopped working. I've been living in lounge wear which is not my favorite but it's the most comfortable around the home. I've also put on some weight so now I feel fat and frumpy lol! While I was working my style was usually black or dark pants, a shirt or dressy top, a jacket, heels and subtle jewelry. Good news is I'm starting a new job soon so looking forward to rediscovering my style again. Also I love your blouse. Thank you for a great and informative video.
A stylish woman wears things she is comfortable in that fit properly. I don’t feel confident if I have to keep pulling at the back of a blouse to keep it from falling too low or pulling at a top that doesn’t cover my abdomen. I love what you said about knowing your shape signature style. I’m having to learn some new rules as I age but I don’t have to give up looking stylish.
Great tips, Kay! I hear you about skinny jeans being out of style this year. However, my long legs are my best feature and in the fall, my signature look is a skinny jean or pant tucked into some elegant riding boots. I top this look with a blazer, poncho or vest and it is my fall uniform. So I'm never giving up my skinny pants for that reason! I agree that they certainly never suited women with a fuller or curvier thigh or hipline, but they work for me.
I am short and personally, I think the wider legged jeans make me look shorter. I still like the skinny jeans as I think they give me a longer leg look.
Hi Kay! Yup... you did it again!! Hit the nail right on the head!!! I agree with everything you said especially when you said, "that is just not me". I thought I was the only one who looks at style and feels where do I fit in? At 72 I no longer have the arms, legs or feet to handle some of these styles!!! However, while I sometimes feel like classic me, I sometimes do get complimented on my "simple" style. I am not looking to win any fashion awards and decided a long time ago as long as I feel comfortable, neat and appropriately dressed I'm happy! Love your channel and I will see you in the next one! Have a great day! :)
It's kind of sad when you get a catalog and just go, no, turn the page, no, no, etc. I think there was 1 thing other than black pants that I really liked in the new Chico's flyer that arrived yesterday. It really makes you want to stay in and save your money for later.
@@DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms Ha! I was going to reply that if Chico's isn't your style, try Talbot's! Agree, nothing exciting at Talbot's for this month but there is always next month. It will be awhile before I'll be wearing fall clothing...TX weather.
Monochromatic outfits are always stylish to me. I wear mostly classic neutral colors, but when I dress in similar colors from head to toe I feel like I look “better”. Maybe I think this because I’m only 5 ft tall and different colors divide my body into unequal proportions. 🤷🏻♀️
I really enjoyed this video! One of the things I enjoy wearing is colorful sneakers and in the past I've felt a little embarrassed about the ubiquitous sneaker in all of my outfits, but as you say in this video, they fit my rather ordinary lifestyle and I guess they can be seen as a signature for me!
Another thing about looking up styles and outfits is things that people put together that I would’ve never thought went together at all I absolutely love. It’s like where was I at this time
The stylish woman knows what colours compliment her the best. I love bright colours on others, but cannot personally wear them as they tend to overwhelm me. I will add a colourful handbag or shoes every now and then to add some interest. Love the content of your videos Kay!
Another useful video, thank you. Could you please do a video on belts? I feel like I haven't really worn belts for a few years and now im not sure on color, style and how to wear one. Thanks
Talbots vintage skirts resonate with me, especially the cityscape ones. Talbots fits me great, but it’s much too nautical for me now and the colors are all wrong currently. So I’m sticking with “pre-enjoyed” Talbots items from Poshmark and my local thrift store. I think knowing your brands, the ones that fit you and you can trust the sizes, is one of the keys to being stylish. The separates from that brand will be cohesive and work well together, rather than having a closet full of various brands that seem to fight each other.
"Always keep it elevated."🌻🍂🍄 I am enjoying a declutter wardrobe, tips from Kay and a maturing, confident style. 🍄🍂🌻Been a part of your growing, informative TH-cam family for a good year. Thanks Kay. 🌻🍂🍄
Such great advice Kay! I wish I could send a link of this to my cousin without her taking it the wrong way. She’s lost 30+ pounds and looks amazing but remains stuck in that “frumpy” style; not feeling worthy of a new wardrobe to honor her new self. We both love to shop at thrift stores so money is not the issue here. Friends have also given her some stylish clothes that no longer fit them. I believe it’s more about self-esteem and how she still sees herself. I know that your TH-cam channel has really inspired me!
Thank you, Kay, for a thoughtful and thought-provoking video. When I think of a stylish woman, I think of someone who dresses appropriately for the occasion, whatever that occasion is, while staying true to her own personality. For instance, you looked absolutely stunning at Abigail's wedding. Thanks for your good advice.
At last I have found someone who shows pictures and talks about clothes that I actually could wear. Lovely clothes. I live in a hot climate so when you spoke about clothes in hot climates it was very good for me. Thank you so much.
Thank you! I so enjoy your eye. I wish my Mom could see you. She was a lovely lady. Always watched the styles. I used to be more. I can't believe I am 72.? After Covid it didn't seem so important when you didn't see people , and you watched your Church service on Facebook. I love the blouse you have on. Things around you change , you lose people you love and I need to be more mindful of how I see the world now. Thank you..Joyce
I recently discovered your channel, and I LOVE it!!! I feel like you are one of my friends IRL. We are very similar in a lot of ways, similar age, I'm 57, and I play golf. I live in Texas and your lovely southern accent reminds me of a friend of mine from South Carolina. I am also very interested in style, and pretty much everything you say resonates with me. So I am writing today to say, god bless you, for saying out loud that not everyone feels good in a blazer. I have one black blazer that I hunted for, for probably a year, because, of course, everyone needs a black blazer. And let me tell you, every time I put that blazer on, I feel over dressed. I didn't even wear it to my mom's funeral. I just feel waaaaayy to formal, even though it is a beautiful shortish, one with a lovely defined waistline, and can be worn with jeans. So thank you for releasing me from having to wear that blazer. I shall now return to my cardigans (longer of course). Now I just have to deal with that darn Moto jacket. lol.
I think the stylish woman feels comfortable with her style and owns it. I’ve looked at Carol Tuttle’s dressing your truth and it seems to me that when you know what type you are you dress with ease and confidence.
I would love a video on a wardrobe for the caregiver, homebound and everyday casual person. I'm tired of blue jeans. I quit working to care for my Mom and my daughter (a 2 stroke survivor) they both live with me. I got rid of all my work clothes and all I had left were jeans. I never wore anything else. I don't know how to shop for cropped pants that don't make me look funny. I have the basics of the classic pieces, shirts, shoes and accessories. Or maybe I don't. But putting them together is missing something. Maybe more details. I don't know. I do know that I need help. I have no time to really play with my clothes. So I need to get right 1st time around. Thank you for all your informative tips. I appreciate you taking time to help us all.
Have you tried cotton blend khakis? They’re not too heavy or stiff like some jeans are. Being a neutral color will let you pair it with quite a few of the colors that suit you.
Go girl! My style or signature item is also a blazer. I have about 35 blazers and they are the first thing I gravitate to in a store. I get rid of a few that are not so on trend or look a little worn or dated, but always add another. I have made myself only add one that really strikes as different or something I don't all ready have in my closet. Loved this video!
Really enjoyed this video. Number 5 really resonated with me. At 66, I've lost a fair amount of weight recently, and quite a lot since I bought foundations. In shopping for new clothes, I've definitely come across some things I would have worn before, but not now. In fact, I ordered some of those things to try on at home. (I don't live near much shopping.) I'm ending up returning quite a lot that I loved, but just doesn't feel like me anymore, because of my stage in life, especially having been recently widowed. Sure, I'm in mourning, but that doesn't mean I have to wear all black all of the time. It just means I don't want to stand out too much. I don't want to advertise that I'm available. Not yet anyway. My late husband still holds my heart.
Well Kay, you knocked it out of the park again this week with your choice of blouse. I love it and it looks absolutely fabulous on you. One of my favorite color combinations is black and taupe. I think all stylish women know the secret to looking great and stylish is to wear the right underwear. Undergarments are the foundation, literally, to our clothing looking fantastic on our bodies no matter our unique attributes. Thanks for another wonderfully informative video. You’re so smart. Melissa 🌼
We are like snowflakes, stars, and footprints. We all are unique in our own way. I’m a twin, so I was dressed alike with her as a child. As we become teenagers, our styles changed. We all evolve as we grow and age. Style is what you make of it whether you’re stylish or not.
Ok here’s my 2 cents on the skinny jean debate/dilemma. The skinnies/jeggings were always so tight thru the crotch & rear, like leggings, so I never liked wearing or seeing them unless the top part(s) of the outfit covered or almost covered those areas. The new straights & even slim straights (and boot cut or flares & kick flares) seem to fit less “tightly” through these areas, allowing for a shorter top or jacket, and/or a front tuck or even a full tuck with a belt, while still being modest/decent. So with a mid or high rise, these jeans can even give shorter or petite people a leg-lengthening proportion enhancement. I believe that a slim straight could be tucked into tall boots and would look more modern and would be just enough looser thru crotch/rear as to not require a longer top for modesty/decency. So I am only 5’2.5 but I’m embracing this trend, and updating my belt wardrobe! ☺️
I’m only 5 ft tall and I have always preferred a straight leg. I don’t wear heels of much height at all so the wide leg or flares don’t work for me. I can wear a bootcut but I live in Alabama so most of the year is too darn hot and humid to wear boots. So the boot cuts only get worn for a short period of the year. I like a straight leg with a white button up and either loafers or ballet flats. I use jewelry and scarves to jazz that look up. It’s rarely inappropriate these days since most of us seem to have adopted a more casual look.
I have to respectfully disagree with skinny jeans comment. All the retailers are still carrying all styles of jeans, including straight/jeggings. I think it depends on how you style them. Tall boots are still on trend, especially the tall western style. You can't wear those looser leg jeans. Also if you are doing the trendy more boxy style blazer, you want to avoid volume on the bottom. There are definitely times where skinny jeans are still appropriate. So wear them if you like them. Just make an effort to style them with modern touches. I'm 52 and my friends and family say I'm stylish. I watch a lot of fashion videos. It really seems like just about anything can be stylish right now depending on how you put an outfit together.
I absolutely agree that the only jeans you’d want to wear with tall boots would be skinny jeans. And that’s why I have two pair in my closet 😉. But please keep in mind that stores keep selling things they know will sell. Just because something is available doesn’t mean it’s the most current. And can women still look fabulous in skinny jeans? Yes! They’re just not the most modern choice. That’s all I said, that they look a little dated. I didn’t say they were frumpy our bad style. At that point in the video I was simply saying stylish women make at least a few modern choices in their outfits. Which choices is up to the woman. Jeans is just a great and easy choice to make, but you absolutely can wear those skinny jeans and then top them with a trending oversized button up shirt for instance.
I have to agree with Kay, sorry, skinnies are quite out of style. Stores carry many things that are out of style because they know some people want to wear what they wore when youger.🙂
One of my biggest clothing mistakes in the past was being drawn to and buying lots of statement pieces which were designed well but did not resonate with my style/personality. As you say, the clothes wearing you. I am still drawn to these items but think very carefully before buying now.
I suppose my personal style is mixing feminine with masculine. I enjoy wearing frilly dresses and skirts with a denim or leather jacket. In the summer I wear shorts with light blouses or flowery skirts with a t-shirt. I also like to play with color combinations from opposites of the color wheel. My favorite color combo is deep blue and brown.
I detest skinny jeans, I opt for my " tried and true ones. " lol.... I don't wear jeans as often as I once did, I wore them so much at certain times, that I'm not interested in wearing them as much. Lol. I prefer skirts, trousers, longer golf skirts , and I always appreciate these videos that remind us to look at certain items to enhance our Own Style and incorporate into our Wardrobe. I have ALWAYS been a " Blazer Girl " .... back as far as the 70's, 80s and still today .... ! Thats a signature look for me , even with certain dresses. I was wearing the jeans/ white top / Blazer/ great shoes " combination" since 1976. 🙂😊✨️💜
The tip that has been the most important thing for me to learn is dressing for for my body type. (I'm short, pear-shaped, and have a proportionally smaller torso and longer legs.) The only thing I would add to your list is proper undergarments or foundation garments. And some intangibles might be confidence and treating others kindly- not that those are technically "stylish" but when I think of the stylish women I have observed that is part of it. Maybe I am less likely to think of someone as stylish if their actions are negative.
I always wear hats. When I lost all my hair I found wigs were hot and itchy and I acquired a wardrobe of hats, and my hair is now baby fine and thin so I still wear the hats, and they have become my signature look, and one day going to the dermatologist for my annual checkup, I left my hat in the car and three people in that office admonished me "you're supposed to wear a hat!" People compliment me on my hats ALL THE TIME. Twice I have had reporters at huge public events take my picture. Then people say "I wish I could wear hats." Anybody can wear hats. Just do it.
I loved this video. I’m in my 60’s and know by now what suits. I try to buy clothes that are current, but have a bit of mileage in them. I don’t want to look like mutton dressed as lamb. Your video’s have helped save me from doing this. There didn’t seem to be anything out for my age, but with your help I know there is. Thank you
Kay, I would love to see a video on fall shoes to wear with jeans, joggers, chinos etc. Comfy loafers, Avaia like pointed toe shoes, colored sneakers and slip ons. We don't have cool weather until November but want to put my sandals on a shelf in about 2 -3 weeks. Maybe not booties just yet.
Love your videos. Being west coast Canada I love the cardigan style and I am a skirt gal (or use to be)but I AM trying to do the blazer look to up my style. I still love the bohemian look with a little edge Anyhow you are amazing
Also consider your hairstyle. Do you have a signature hairstyle that looks great on you? Or, could you benefit from considering a more modern hairstyle? Your current hairstyle might have looked wonderful in your 30s but you might look better and more current with an updated style.
I think Veronica Beard blazers are the one of most stylish available. I have one that I got greatly discounted - nothing else has compared to the look. I think most women think VB is for younger women, but I styled my look for me and it looks great.
Great video!! I’m loving the coastal grandmother style that’s so popular right now…for all age groups. It’s a mix of current, casual, comfortable and classy!
Good Morning Kay! I think, I am known for wearing stylish and trendy glasses with my classic/eclectic wardrobe. My handbag is very important too. I like quality leather handbags, shoes, and boots as well. I wear jeans almost everyday, besides in Summer. I just donated the majority of my skinny jeans. I kept a couple for tall boots. Your tips are so helpful and insightful. Thank you Kay, God bless 💖
@@DressedforMyDaywithKayHarmsHI again, Kay! I think that the reason it is-tricky, for ladies to 'find (*decide-on) a signature style,' is because We Like So Many Different Colors-And-Combinations Of Attire/'Wearables" . . . . maybe women are just-as visual as guys are. I remember one of my older sisters saying to me (years ago when I shared my enthusiasm of the library book, 'Nothing To Wear'), "I don't ever want to be/feel BOXED IN!" ~ That definitely dampened my newly found fashion excitment...that sister had changed so much over the years, from what I remembered when I was very-young 😓 (my friends were in 3 different parts of the country, from being First Generation American, a Veteran, and relocating several times)
Love your channel and your advice. To add to the discussion --it's all about what is flattering for you for those over 50 (how about 69). I believe a stylish women is one who: 1. is always presentable, whether at home should someone come to the door or for an occasion in public; 2. wears something appropriate for the occasion, her body type and age; 3. wears colors that flatter her coloring; 4. puts together an ensemble with jewelry, clothes and shoes to coordinate with hair and make-up in that flattering color; 5.modern but classic without necessarily being trendy if it suits us. As long as we look "put together" we will look stylish.
Kay, what about a video on how to select the correct blazer to flatter your body type, proportions, etc.? I’d like to wear blazers but any time I’ve tried, I’ve never felt that I looked good in whatever style I’d purchased. Thanks!
I love the beautiful women you have shared during the intro and especially photos of other bloggers. All the ladies wore a beautiful smile that really “elevated” their style. I like what you wear as well as Beth Djalali. I like to wear casual classic that I see you wear. However, at 5’ 3” I want also check out what other ladies my height are wearing. Thank you for sharing this video.
Kay, thank you so much for this great video! Like you I really love blazers. Along with that are jeans and sweaters. My big issue is in the summer. Living in heat and humidity that look does not work well. How can I translate that look to summer that won't make me swelter?
I have a friend that is very short and very wide. She is definitely overweight and has humongous calves. She wears dresses like no one else. She looks absolutely adorable in a little dress with a cardigan on top and a scarf she loves scarves and I’m always jealous of how she looks in dresses because I am 5 foot seven and I don’t feel like I look good in dresses at all. Never underestimate yourself by heights. And I even told her you look so cute and dresses I could never wear that
I guess my signatures are bold jewel tones and boots! 👢 I have amassed about 40 pairs over the years. Tall and short. Leather and suede. Black, brown, ivory, red, blue, purple, silver. Plain, patent, crocodile(faux), snakeskin(faux), jeweled. Of course winter is my favorite season because I can wear my boots without sweating. 😂
So well done Kay! Thanks so much! I will be doing some thinking about my style as I look through my closet. Your videos are always so incredibly well done, professional and so helpful!
I believe I may have stated this before: I do not follow trends, never have. I have made it my business to find out what suits me and my lifestyle, and I will find items within seasons that appeal and suit - but usually I err on the side of classic, as I take good care of my small wardrobe and wear things for years. I have discovered that Long tops, cardigans and jackets really make my legs look short and fat, so I wear all of these items just below groin level - this is y perfect length. I never wear cropped pants, as they seem to make my legs look short and stubby also! Besides, I do not have the so slender and lovely ankles and feet most American ladies have.....🙂; cropped pants merely draws attention to my fat ankles. No, I do not have a fat pghbia, genetically I have short legs and my ankles swell in our hot sticky summers - really do not need attention drawn to them. I love wearing fit and flare print dresses as this is a cool option that can be dressy with the right shoes and accessories. I also wear mesh or delicate lace cover ups to hide my agin arms....still cool, and stylish, but I believe sensible at 73 years old. While my decorative years are far behind me, stylish is what I do - need to look the part for my profession as a musician and calligrapher, ready for client meetings or setting up to play for a church service or sing at an event. I know that v-necks, u-shaped slightly lower necklines suit me best; I wear beautiful earrings that catch the light but are not super sparkly; the sensible me tells me that now I can only wear and confidently walk in flat or low wedge shoes. I draw attention to my eyes, which are my best feature; my slowly greying hair is also attractive, so I now wear a cheeky long pixie style, that is never 100 percent perfectly done - there is allure and attraction in a slightly less contrived hairstyle! I wear soft colours of eyeshadow, very subtle eyeliner, loads of mascara that is brushed to clump free perfection, draw in soft feathery eyebrows, wear a tiny touch of blush and lipstick two shades darker than my natural lip colour. Thanks for all your tips and encouragements, Kay!
Getting your style right really shows. Suggestions for videos neckline, v neck round neck etc makes a difference to how you look to your proportions. Shoes matching an outfit.
Great tips. My style is preppy/classic/tailored and every time I have tried to change it up I have realized it was a mistake. So I just try to keep it modern and fresh but true to who I am. I believe that anything exaggerated or in the extreme will always be a fad, not a trend so I stay away from those items. BTW, I find the skinny jeans/wide leg pants thing amusing. I think that the pushback probably means that the skinny jean/narrow silhouette/leggings/jeggings are here to stay and have become a classic. I just spent 3 weeks in Europe and saw no wide leg pants anywhere - just narrow legs everywhere, and Europe is usually ahead of us. Just saying. However, I will take straight leg and slightly bootcut jeans and pants 24/7/365.
I just saw several videos of people in Italy out shopping. There were many wide-leg pants, mostly on women over 45-50. That said, it's hard to say if they were locals or tourists. In any case, I'm giving wide-leg pants a pass, too, except at home for loungewear. At 5'2", the last thing I want is something that makes me look wider and shorter. It's straight leg and bootcut for me. I really wasn't impressed with how wide-leg trousers look on other women - real women, not models.
I think the wide leg jeans look sloppy and grunge. I maintain my weight and look decent in slim straight pants, why would I ever want to wear something that hides my silhouette.
Some you tubers say skinny jeans r out sm say they r all ovr the place n wud always stay... Whatever suits u, mks u feel gud about yourself is IN n just forget d rest😁 Stay Blessed Stay Happy Always 🥰😘🤗🧚♀️🦄🌈🧿
Great tips. I know that this season’s bright colors would just overwhelm me, they don’t suit my soft coloring. Those almost-neon colors are supposed to make us happy, but I would be miserable in neon lime or orange. But, I love staying modern with enduring trends, not fads and will adopt the trends that do work for me. I’m in the blazer camp with you, the tailoring is a woman’s best friend! I always feel dumpy in cardigans, except for the new waist-length V-neck ones. Skinny jeans are completely out of style, especially with a long, baggy tunic over them, it’s a very aging and frumpy look. Don’t get stuck in what you wore 20 years ago!
Loved this video. I think everyone needs a full length mirror to see the outfit they have picked to wear. It might look good from the front, but from the side or back it is not right. Also, I see so many women wearing casual clothes to run errands or shop and their clothes are way too tight! Like they are wearing the size they wore many years ago, or they picked out something from their daughters’ closet who is 2-3 sizes smaller. I agree we need to pick clothes that suit our body shape and size.
Stylish woman knows how to carry themselves. Good posture and always smiles.
My signature piece is scarves. I was in a kindergarten classroom for 20 years and I wore a scarf almost everyday. At times the children have called me the scarf lady! I LOVE scarves even when no one else is wearing them. I feel totally complete with a scarf and lost without one. I have learned many ways to tie them over the years and people come up to me and ask me how I tied a particular scarf. I get compliments all the time. That is my unique piece. Love your blog, I get so much useful information here.
Thanks for being you.
I love skinny jeans, leggings and cardigans don't care if I am stylish I know I look and feel good wearing them! (I am 77 yrs. old)
Leather leggings are big now. Skinny pants are coming back in the spring.
I agree with you.
The biggest secret is wearing the proper undergarments for your body shape proportions and the outfit you are wearing. The second secret is wearing the proper shoes. The 3rd secret is getting your hairstyle for your colouring and face shape, lifestyle. The 4th secret is knowing your colour palette and using it to build your wardrobe. The 5th secret is your accessories should match your colour palette and your body type that including belts and sunglasses. Thanks for the video
Thanks for sharing
I think a stylist woman knows how to make sure not too much “fine china” is hanging out in their outfit. I’m talking about baby doll dresses or short, shorts, tops that are overly sheer without appropriate foundation wear. Especially as we grow older, I think it’s important to know how to be stylish and modest as well.
Absolutely. Thanks so much for sharing. 💕
So agree. When women do this, i think they are shouting, "Hey!! I want attention." A secure woman of confidence and style, doesn't need attention. My opinion only.
Yep, as we get older, the fine China get crazed.
I am happy I don't have to be a stylist. I know what kind of styles I wear so I am my own stylist. I know what looks good on me and apparently I do okay. I always have people telling me how I know how to dress and have good accessories, no matter the occasion. I don't wear the most current jeans. I wear what looks good on me, regardless of what jeans are in style.
Grammar?
Confidence is key. Whatever your style, wear it proudly! I also agree with the comment about good posture, very important.
In summer, I wear an assortment of white jeans. In winter, I always have on a stylish scarf. My friends always look forward seeing what jewelry I am wearing. You don’t have to be a blue blood or rich to have class
Just discovered you this morning! My physical therapist talked to me about having properly fitting undergarments. This was in respect to my back issues which are a result of my poor posture. Proper posture and the right bra significantly help the frump factor and help whatever you're wearing look better.
Oh my gosh #3 “dress for your body shape” is probably my favorite. My mom used to drill this into us girls and my mom always looked good in whatever she put on because she wore the clothes instead of the clothes wearing her. So glad you included this tip!😉
RIP Mom❤️
Thanks so much for sharing. 💕
I worked retail for several years and it was so difficult to get women to dress for their shape rather than a popular look that really didn’t suit them. Also to disregard size and wear what fit. Just because you can squeeze into a certain size doesn’t mean you ought to actually wear that size.
I love capes, hats, and scarves during cool weather, and I'm glad bootcut pants & jeans are back, as well as clogs. I also love long vests and cardigans.
Beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing. 😊
I am so glad to see the straight leg jean is a current trend! It never went out of style with me, lol! My body shape is a triangle, so skinny jeans never looked good on me, in my opinion. I think a stylish woman knows what does and does not look good on her, but isn't afraid to try something new. Thanks for sharing these terrific tips to help keep us current! 💕
My style secret is to use a little restraint and keep clothes on the simply-cut side. The more detailed, the faster a garment will date. I like to add detail to my outfits with accessories instead, like a print silk scarf, classic jewelry or good leather belt. Also, I prefer more classic patterns than, say, a huge multi-colored tropical print or a Boho floral.
I am 35 and have been redoing my wardrobe this for the past year and a half. I have been discovering my signature style and signature colors. I am finding I prefer a classic style but with bold colors. Emerald green for the spring and summer and burgundy for fall/winter are my favorites. It feels good giving myself the time and energy needed to be a stylish woman.
I so so agree!!! Me too!!
I definitely prefer jewel tones to muted, pastel, and earth tones.
Hi Kay. What a great topic! I think you hit the nail on the head with suggesting that stylish women have a signature in the way they dress. My sister in laws Nana lived in to her 90s and was always stylish. She always had her hair up in a French comb and had pearls in her ears. Always elegant and refined. I don’t think I can really remember her actual clothes. Just that she had style and fantastic accessories and poise.
Great example. Thanks so much for sharing. 🥰
@DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms It's all so interesting !
Even Birth Order plays a part, I think, in what we prefer/are-most-comfortable wearing.
I am 59, the 3rd-daughter (out of 5 kids/Had two older brothers//Was the youngest of the five), and was so excited today -after watching tons of your great videos- when I saw you carrying that {black} Backpack-Purse, and the Clog-Shoes ❣️
[Am retired/disabled, but am staying at a good/healthy weight. Cool looking Backpack Purses and Clogs Are My Favorites ! ! !
[[ You looked great in yours too, Kay! ]]
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I love it when I see women wear what they want with confidence even if it is a little eclectic and different. This doesn’t always pertain to clothes. For instance, I saw a woman (probably in her 60s), with streaks of purple in her hair. I thought she looked so cool! It inspires me to be myself and wear what makes me feel good. 😀❤️
Absolutely! Thanks so much for sharing Christina. 💕
I love, love, love that you included other influencers in your video today. Your blouse is such a statement piece - Wow!
Thanks Heather. It was a joy!
So happy straight jeans are back , and blazers too, especially for Autumn when it's not cold enough for a coat. Great vlog as usual
I've lost my sense of style ever since I stopped working. I've been living in lounge wear which is not my favorite but it's the most comfortable around the home. I've also put on some weight so now I feel fat and frumpy lol! While I was working my style was usually black or dark pants, a shirt or dressy top, a jacket, heels and subtle jewelry. Good news is I'm starting a new job soon so looking forward to rediscovering my style again. Also I love your blouse. Thank you for a great and informative video.
Kalimera, Toula!
@@kimberlyperrotis8962 Kalimera Kimberly 😊
A stylish woman wears things she is comfortable in that fit properly. I don’t feel confident if I have to keep pulling at the back of a blouse to keep it from falling too low or pulling at a top that doesn’t cover my abdomen. I love what you said about knowing your shape signature style. I’m having to learn some new rules as I age but I don’t have to give up looking stylish.
Great tips, Kay! I hear you about skinny jeans being out of style this year. However, my long legs are my best feature and in the fall, my signature look is a skinny jean or pant tucked into some elegant riding boots. I top this look with a blazer, poncho or vest and it is my fall uniform. So I'm never giving up my skinny pants for that reason! I agree that they certainly never suited women with a fuller or curvier thigh or hipline, but they work for me.
I am short and personally, I think the wider legged jeans make me look shorter. I still like the skinny jeans as I think they give me a longer leg look.
I’m only 5 ft tall…..I’m not jealous of your long legs, I’m always a little green looking. 😁😁😁😁
Hi Kay! Yup... you did it again!! Hit the nail right on the head!!! I agree with everything you said especially when you said, "that is just not me". I thought I was the only one who looks at style and feels where do I fit in? At 72 I no longer have the arms, legs or feet to handle some of these styles!!! However, while I sometimes feel like classic me, I sometimes do get complimented on my "simple" style. I am not looking to win any fashion awards and decided a long time ago as long as I feel comfortable, neat and appropriately dressed I'm happy! Love your channel and I will see you in the next one! Have a great day! :)
It's kind of sad when you get a catalog and just go, no, turn the page, no, no, etc. I think there was 1 thing other than black pants that I really liked in the new Chico's flyer that arrived yesterday. It really makes you want to stay in and save your money for later.
Yeah, that’s kinda how I felt about the Talbots catalog, I’m sad to say. 🙂
@@DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms Ha! I was going to reply that if Chico's isn't your style, try Talbot's! Agree, nothing exciting at Talbot's for this month but there is always next month. It will be awhile before I'll be wearing fall clothing...TX weather.
Monochromatic outfits are always stylish to me. I wear mostly classic neutral colors, but when I dress in similar colors from head to toe I feel like I look “better”. Maybe I think this because I’m only 5 ft tall and different colors divide my body into unequal proportions. 🤷🏻♀️
I love it, too. And it’s definitely a smart technique to add height. 🙌🏻
I really enjoyed this video! One of the things I enjoy wearing is colorful sneakers and in the past I've felt a little embarrassed about the ubiquitous sneaker in all of my outfits, but as you say in this video, they fit my rather ordinary lifestyle and I guess they can be seen as a signature for me!
Another thing about looking up styles and outfits is things that people put together that I would’ve never thought went together at all I absolutely love. It’s like where was I at this time
The stylish woman knows what colours compliment her the best. I love bright colours on others, but cannot personally wear them as they tend to overwhelm me. I will add a colourful handbag or shoes every now and then to add some interest. Love the content of your videos Kay!
Thanks so much for sharing, Frances. 💕
Another useful video, thank you.
Could you please do a video on belts? I feel like I haven't really worn belts for a few years and now im not sure on color, style and how to wear one.
Thanks
Talbots vintage skirts resonate with me, especially the cityscape ones. Talbots fits me great, but it’s much too nautical for me now and the colors are all wrong currently. So I’m sticking with “pre-enjoyed” Talbots items from Poshmark and my local thrift store.
I think knowing your brands, the ones that fit you and you can trust the sizes, is one of the keys to being stylish. The separates from that brand will be cohesive and work well together, rather than having a closet full of various brands that seem to fight each other.
The thing about Talbots is that they never look old. I lost weight (finally) and gave away my new looking Talbots clothes.
Love what you have shared. I always wear a red or berry lipstick and that is another way to be unique in your style is with makeup/lipstick!
Indeed! I love that! 💋
"Always keep it elevated."🌻🍂🍄 I am enjoying a declutter wardrobe, tips from Kay and a maturing, confident style. 🍄🍂🌻Been a part of your growing, informative TH-cam family for a good year. Thanks Kay. 🌻🍂🍄
Thank you! 💕
Such great advice Kay! I wish I could send a link of this to my cousin without her taking it the wrong way. She’s lost 30+ pounds and looks amazing but remains stuck in that “frumpy” style; not feeling worthy of a new wardrobe to honor her new self. We both love to shop at thrift stores so money is not the issue here. Friends have also given her some stylish clothes that no longer fit them. I believe it’s more about self-esteem and how she still sees herself. I know that your TH-cam channel has really inspired me!
Ahh, maybe just send it and say you enjoyed it. ???
Thank you, Kay, for a thoughtful and thought-provoking video. When I think of a stylish woman, I think of someone who dresses appropriately for the occasion, whatever that occasion is, while staying true to her own personality. For instance, you looked absolutely stunning at Abigail's wedding. Thanks for your good advice.
At last I have found someone who shows pictures and talks about clothes that I actually could wear. Lovely clothes. I live in a hot climate so when you spoke about clothes in hot climates it was very good for me. Thank you so much.
Thank you! I so enjoy your eye. I wish my Mom could see you. She was a lovely lady. Always watched the styles. I used to be more. I can't believe I am 72.? After Covid it didn't seem so important when you didn't see people , and you watched your Church service on Facebook. I love the blouse you have on. Things around you change , you lose people you love and I need to be more mindful of how I see the world now. Thank you..Joyce
I recently discovered your channel, and I LOVE it!!! I feel like you are one of my friends IRL. We are very similar in a lot of ways, similar age, I'm 57, and I play golf. I live in Texas and your lovely southern accent reminds me of a friend of mine from South Carolina. I am also very interested in style, and pretty much everything you say resonates with me. So I am writing today to say, god bless you, for saying out loud that not everyone feels good in a blazer. I have one black blazer that I hunted for, for probably a year, because, of course, everyone needs a black blazer. And let me tell you, every time I put that blazer on, I feel over dressed. I didn't even wear it to my mom's funeral. I just feel waaaaayy to formal, even though it is a beautiful shortish, one with a lovely defined waistline, and can be worn with jeans. So thank you for releasing me from having to wear that blazer. I shall now return to my cardigans (longer of course). Now I just have to deal with that darn Moto jacket. lol.
Hahaha! I love it. Absolutely write YOUR signature with your style choices. 😉
I think the stylish woman feels comfortable with her style and owns it. I’ve looked at Carol Tuttle’s dressing your truth and it seems to me that when you know what type you are you dress with ease and confidence.
I would love a video on a wardrobe for the caregiver, homebound and everyday casual person. I'm tired of blue jeans. I quit working to care for my Mom and my daughter (a 2 stroke survivor) they both live with me. I got rid of all my work clothes and all I had left were jeans. I never wore anything else. I don't know how to shop for cropped pants that don't make me look funny. I have the basics of the classic pieces, shirts, shoes and accessories. Or maybe I don't. But putting them together is missing something. Maybe more details. I don't know. I do know that I need help. I have no time to really play with my clothes. So I need to get right 1st time around. Thank you for all your informative tips. I appreciate you taking time to help us all.
Have you tried cotton blend khakis? They’re not too heavy or stiff like some jeans are. Being a neutral color will let you pair it with quite a few of the colors that suit you.
@heidimeigs5192 No I haven't. Thank you for that suggestion. ♥️
Go girl! My style or signature item is also a blazer. I have about 35 blazers and they are the first thing I gravitate to in a store. I get rid of a few that are not so on trend or look a little worn or dated, but always add another. I have made myself only add one that really strikes as different or something I don't all ready have in my closet. Loved this video!
Thanks so much for sharing, Sherry. 🥰
Yeah, I hope Talbot's October catalog is better. Thanks for all your advice.
Really enjoyed this video. Number 5 really resonated with me. At 66, I've lost a fair amount of weight recently, and quite a lot since I bought foundations. In shopping for new clothes, I've definitely come across some things I would have worn before, but not now. In fact, I ordered some of those things to try on at home. (I don't live near much shopping.) I'm ending up returning quite a lot that I loved, but just doesn't feel like me anymore, because of my stage in life, especially having been recently widowed. Sure, I'm in mourning, but that doesn't mean I have to wear all black all of the time. It just means I don't want to stand out too much. I don't want to advertise that I'm available. Not yet anyway. My late husband still holds my heart.
I think having a current flattering hairstyle and make up is actually the key to being stylish even more so than your outfit
I agree with what you're saying about the skinny jeans, I too didn't feel comfortable in them. Glad they're gone!
Well Kay, you knocked it out of the park again this week with your choice of blouse. I love it and it looks absolutely fabulous on you. One of my favorite color combinations is black and taupe.
I think all stylish women know the secret to looking great and stylish is to wear the right underwear. Undergarments are the foundation, literally, to our clothing looking fantastic on our bodies no matter our unique attributes.
Thanks for another wonderfully informative video. You’re so smart.
Melissa 🌼
Excellent point, Melissa!!
Grooming would be on the list. Hair, nails, condition of clothes, etc
Yes!
We are like snowflakes, stars, and footprints. We all are unique in our own way. I’m a twin, so I was dressed alike with her as a child. As we become teenagers, our styles changed. We all evolve as we grow and age. Style is what you make of it whether you’re stylish or not.
Thanks for sharing Cindee. 😊
Ok here’s my 2 cents on the skinny jean debate/dilemma. The skinnies/jeggings were always so tight thru the crotch & rear, like leggings, so I never liked wearing or seeing them unless the top part(s) of the outfit covered or almost covered those areas. The new straights & even slim straights (and boot cut or flares & kick flares) seem to fit less “tightly” through these areas, allowing for a shorter top or jacket, and/or a front tuck or even a full tuck with a belt, while still being modest/decent. So with a mid or high rise, these jeans can even give shorter or petite people a leg-lengthening proportion enhancement. I believe that a slim straight could be tucked into tall boots and would look more modern and would be just enough looser thru crotch/rear as to not require a longer top for modesty/decency. So I am only 5’2.5 but I’m embracing this trend, and updating my belt wardrobe! ☺️
I’m only 5 ft tall and I have always preferred a straight leg. I don’t wear heels of much height at all so the wide leg or flares don’t work for me. I can wear a bootcut but I live in Alabama so most of the year is too darn hot and humid to wear boots. So the boot cuts only get worn for a short period of the year. I like a straight leg with a white button up and either loafers or ballet flats. I use jewelry and scarves to jazz that look up. It’s rarely inappropriate these days since most of us seem to have adopted a more casual look.
Have to agree with you on the latest Talbots catalog.
I have to respectfully disagree with skinny jeans comment. All the retailers are still carrying all styles of jeans, including straight/jeggings. I think it depends on how you style them. Tall boots are still on trend, especially the tall western style. You can't wear those looser leg jeans. Also if you are doing the trendy more boxy style blazer, you want to avoid volume on the bottom. There are definitely times where skinny jeans are still appropriate. So wear them if you like them. Just make an effort to style them with modern touches.
I'm 52 and my friends and family say I'm stylish. I watch a lot of fashion videos. It really seems like just about anything can be stylish right now depending on how you put an outfit together.
I absolutely agree that the only jeans you’d want to wear with tall boots would be skinny jeans. And that’s why I have two pair in my closet 😉. But please keep in mind that stores keep selling things they know will sell. Just because something is available doesn’t mean it’s the most current. And can women still look fabulous in skinny jeans? Yes! They’re just not the most modern choice. That’s all I said, that they look a little dated. I didn’t say they were frumpy our bad style. At that point in the video I was simply saying stylish women make at least a few modern choices in their outfits. Which choices is up to the woman. Jeans is just a great and easy choice to make, but you absolutely can wear those skinny jeans and then top them with a trending oversized button up shirt for instance.
I have to agree with Kay, sorry, skinnies are quite out of style. Stores carry many things that are out of style because they know some people want to wear what they wore when youger.🙂
I love your comment, Your style tells your story! This is so true!! Most importantly, you get to create that story daily!!❤️
I am on my way to wearing a style that fits me, and me alone, thanks to advice like your video. Thank you!
Absolutely....you have to know who you are ❣️
One of my biggest clothing mistakes in the past was being drawn to and buying lots of statement pieces which were designed well but did not resonate with my style/personality. As you say, the clothes wearing you. I am still drawn to these items but think very carefully before buying now.
You are so pretty. And kind!
I suppose my personal style is mixing feminine with masculine. I enjoy wearing frilly dresses and skirts with a denim or leather jacket. In the summer I wear shorts with light blouses or flowery skirts with a t-shirt. I also like to play with color combinations from opposites of the color wheel. My favorite color combo is deep blue and brown.
I love that! Thanks so much for sharing. I love juxtaposition. 🥰
I detest skinny jeans, I opt for my " tried and true ones. " lol.... I don't wear jeans as often as I once did, I wore them so much at certain times, that I'm not interested in wearing them as much. Lol. I prefer skirts, trousers, longer golf skirts , and I always appreciate these videos that remind us to look at certain items to enhance our Own Style and incorporate into our Wardrobe.
I have ALWAYS been a " Blazer Girl " .... back as far as the 70's, 80s and still today .... ! Thats a signature look for me , even with certain dresses. I was wearing the jeans/ white top / Blazer/ great shoes " combination" since 1976.
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Thank you kay for those precious secrets. They are no longer secrets 😜
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You are a precious breath of fresh air!
The tip that has been the most important thing for me to learn is dressing for for my body type. (I'm short, pear-shaped, and have a proportionally smaller torso and longer legs.) The only thing I would add to your list is proper undergarments or foundation garments. And some intangibles might be confidence and treating others kindly- not that those are technically "stylish" but when I think of the stylish women I have observed that is part of it. Maybe I am less likely to think of someone as stylish if their actions are negative.
Kay, this video is so helpful. It’s hard to determine a signature for an individual personal style.
Hmm. Maybe I should share more about that in an upcoming video. Thanks so much for watching. 💕
@@DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms That would be great to help women find their signature! 💕
Kay….your hair looks fantastic here. Love the blunt cut and bangs. You look terrific.
Thank you. 💕
Skinny jeans are great to tuck into boots in winter. Don't get rid of them.
I have wide calves. They don't make boots big enough to let me tuck pants in.
I always wear hats. When I lost all my hair I found wigs were hot and itchy and I acquired a wardrobe of hats, and my hair is now baby fine and thin so I still wear the hats, and they have become my signature look,
and one day going to the dermatologist for my annual checkup, I left my hat in the car and three people in that office admonished me "you're supposed to wear a hat!"
People compliment me on my hats ALL THE TIME. Twice I have had reporters at huge public events take my picture. Then people say "I wish I could wear hats." Anybody can wear hats. Just do it.
I loved this video. I’m in my 60’s and know by now what suits. I try to buy clothes that are current, but have a bit of mileage in them. I don’t want to look like mutton dressed as lamb. Your video’s have helped save me from doing this. There didn’t seem to be anything out for my age, but with your help I know there is. Thank you
Wonderful to hear. Thanks so much for watching, Linda. 🥰
I’m 66. I know exactly what you mean!
Kay, I would love to see a video on fall shoes to wear with jeans, joggers, chinos etc. Comfy loafers, Avaia like pointed toe shoes, colored sneakers and slip ons.
We don't have cool weather until November but want to put my sandals on a shelf in about 2 -3 weeks. Maybe not booties just yet.
I love the top you are wearing in this video. Wish we could see the rest of your outfit. )
Kay, your makeup in this video is gorgeous! Would you share the lipstick and eye makeup brands and shades? Thank you!!
Love your videos. Being west coast Canada I love the cardigan style and I am a skirt gal (or use to be)but I AM trying to do the blazer look to up my style. I still love the bohemian look with a little edge Anyhow you are amazing
Also consider your hairstyle. Do you have a signature hairstyle that looks great on you? Or, could you benefit from considering a more modern hairstyle? Your current hairstyle might have looked wonderful in your 30s but you might look better and more current with an updated style.
Yes! Thanks so much for sharing Sally.
Thanks for the great advice Kay. It just takes a bit of thought with trial and error. You look lovely in your blouse you’re wearing in this video too.
Your channel is such a blessing 🎉
Confidence is one of secrets, too
I forgot to mention that I ordered the zebra print top you have on. Came yesterday and I love it.
Where can I find this gorgeous top? I love it!
Here’s a link rstyle.me/cz-n/gs7my9chvkf
I think Veronica Beard blazers are the one of most stylish available. I have one that I got greatly discounted - nothing else has compared to the look. I think most women think VB is for younger women, but I styled my look for me and it looks great.
They are my favorite too! 💕
Great video!! I’m loving the coastal grandmother style that’s so popular right now…for all age groups. It’s a mix of current, casual, comfortable and classy!
I love wearing jeans and keep them modern. Problem is I just moved to FL so can’t wear them now😕. Difficulty figuring out FL style.
Ahh, yes. That is tricky. Check out stores like Chico’s and Lily Pulitzer and others that have roots in that area for inspiration.
Good Morning Kay! I think, I am known for wearing stylish and trendy glasses with my classic/eclectic wardrobe. My handbag is very important too. I like quality leather handbags, shoes, and boots as well. I wear jeans almost everyday, besides in Summer. I just donated the majority of my skinny jeans. I kept a couple for tall boots. Your tips are so helpful and insightful. Thank you Kay, God bless 💖
Great! It sounds like you definitely know your personal style and stick with it. I think that’s amazing. 💕
@@DressedforMyDaywithKayHarmsHI again, Kay!
I think that the reason it is-tricky, for ladies to 'find (*decide-on) a signature style,' is because We Like So Many Different Colors-And-Combinations Of Attire/'Wearables" . . . . maybe women are just-as visual as guys are.
I remember one of my older sisters saying to me (years ago when I shared my enthusiasm of the library book, 'Nothing To Wear'), "I don't ever want to be/feel BOXED IN!"
~ That definitely dampened my newly found fashion excitment...that sister had changed so much over the years, from what I remembered when I was very-young 😓 (my friends were in 3 different parts of the country, from being First Generation American, a Veteran, and relocating several times)
Love your channel and your advice. To add to the discussion --it's all about what is flattering for you for those over 50 (how about 69). I believe a stylish women is one who: 1. is always presentable, whether at home should someone come to the door or for an occasion in public; 2. wears something appropriate for the occasion, her body type and age; 3. wears colors that flatter her coloring; 4. puts together an ensemble with jewelry, clothes and shoes to coordinate with hair and make-up in that flattering color; 5.modern but classic without necessarily being trendy if it suits us. As long as we look "put together" we will look stylish.
Nicely put. Thanks so much for sharing Linda.
Kay, what about a video on how to select the correct blazer to flatter your body type, proportions, etc.? I’d like to wear blazers but any time I’ve tried, I’ve never felt that I looked good in whatever style I’d purchased. Thanks!
Do you need a special size? Tall or petite? No blazer will look right unless it fits right.
I love the beautiful women you have shared during the intro and especially photos of other bloggers. All the ladies wore a beautiful smile that really “elevated” their style.
I like what you wear as well as Beth Djalali. I like to wear casual classic that I see you wear. However, at 5’ 3” I want also check out what other ladies my height are wearing. Thank you for sharing this video.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it. 💕
I really enjoy these ideas, and feel like these ideas are very helpful, almost as a study guide, thanks Kay!
Another wonderful video. As I have watched you over the past few years, I too have refined my style to reflect who I am. Have a wonderful day.
Great🎉! Thank you Kay for all your work! love from 🇦🇺 Australia!
Enjoyed this video and info. Need to learn more about jewelry, size, metal and type.
Kay, thank you so much for this great video! Like you I really love blazers. Along with that are jeans and sweaters. My big issue is in the summer. Living in heat and humidity that look does not work well. How can I translate that look to summer that won't make me swelter?
I think the stylist woman takes the time to care enough about herself that she displays confidence no matter the outfit.
I have a friend that is very short and very wide. She is definitely overweight and has humongous calves. She wears dresses like no one else. She looks absolutely adorable in a little dress with a cardigan on top and a scarf she loves scarves and I’m always jealous of how she looks in dresses because I am 5 foot seven and I don’t feel like I look good in dresses at all. Never underestimate yourself by heights. And I even told her you look so cute and dresses I could never wear that
I guess my signatures are bold jewel tones and boots! 👢 I have amassed about 40 pairs over the years. Tall and short. Leather and suede. Black, brown, ivory, red, blue, purple, silver. Plain, patent, crocodile(faux), snakeskin(faux), jeweled. Of course winter is my favorite season because I can wear my boots without sweating. 😂
So well done Kay! Thanks so much! I will be doing some thinking about my style as I look through my closet. Your videos are always so incredibly well done, professional and so helpful!
Luv your animal print blouse in the opening.
Thank you. I always link to what I wore in the description box below the video. Just click on the title of the video and it opens up.
I love all your shows! Great advise--thank you!!
I believe I may have stated this before: I do not follow trends, never have. I have made it my business to find out what suits me and my lifestyle, and I will find items within seasons that appeal and suit - but usually I err on the side of classic, as I take good care of my small wardrobe and wear things for years. I have discovered that Long tops, cardigans and jackets really make my legs look short and fat, so I wear all of these items just below groin level - this is y perfect length. I never wear cropped pants, as they seem to make my legs look short and stubby also! Besides, I do not have the so slender and lovely ankles and feet most American ladies have.....🙂; cropped pants merely draws attention to my fat ankles. No, I do not have a fat pghbia, genetically I have short legs and my ankles swell in our hot sticky summers - really do not need attention drawn to them. I love wearing fit and flare print dresses as this is a cool option that can be dressy with the right shoes and accessories. I also wear mesh or delicate lace cover ups to hide my agin arms....still cool, and stylish, but I believe sensible at 73 years old. While my decorative years are far behind me, stylish is what I do - need to look the part for my profession as a musician and calligrapher, ready for client meetings or setting up to play for a church service or sing at an event. I know that v-necks, u-shaped slightly lower necklines suit me best; I wear beautiful earrings that catch the light but are not super sparkly; the sensible me tells me that now I can only wear and confidently walk in flat or low wedge shoes. I draw attention to my eyes, which are my best feature; my slowly greying hair is also attractive, so I now wear a cheeky long pixie style, that is never 100 percent perfectly done - there is allure and attraction in a slightly less contrived hairstyle! I wear soft colours of eyeshadow, very subtle eyeliner, loads of mascara that is brushed to clump free perfection, draw in soft feathery eyebrows, wear a tiny touch of blush and lipstick two shades darker than my natural lip colour. Thanks for all your tips and encouragements, Kay!
Getting your style right really shows. Suggestions for videos neckline, v neck round neck etc makes a difference to how you look to your proportions. Shoes matching an outfit.
Great idea! Thank you. 💕
Great tips. My style is preppy/classic/tailored and every time I have tried to change it up I have realized it was a mistake. So I just try to keep it modern and fresh but true to who I am. I believe that anything exaggerated or in the extreme will always be a fad, not a trend so I stay away from those items. BTW, I find the skinny jeans/wide leg pants thing amusing. I think that the pushback probably means that the skinny jean/narrow silhouette/leggings/jeggings are here to stay and have become a classic. I just spent 3 weeks in Europe and saw no wide leg pants anywhere - just narrow legs everywhere, and Europe is usually ahead of us. Just saying. However, I will take straight leg and slightly bootcut jeans and pants 24/7/365.
I just saw several videos of people in Italy out shopping. There were many wide-leg pants, mostly on women over 45-50. That said, it's hard to say if they were locals or tourists. In any case, I'm giving wide-leg pants a pass, too, except at home for loungewear. At 5'2", the last thing I want is something that makes me look wider and shorter. It's straight leg and bootcut for me. I really wasn't impressed with how wide-leg trousers look on other women - real women, not models.
I think the wide leg jeans look sloppy and grunge. I maintain my weight and look decent in slim straight pants, why would I ever want to wear something that hides my silhouette.
Thank you Kay. With your help and Bobbie from Mindful Midlife I am on my way to being stylish and enjoying this middle bit of life. ☺
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Some you tubers say skinny jeans r out sm say they r all ovr the place n wud always stay... Whatever suits u, mks u feel gud about yourself is IN n just forget d rest😁
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Great tips!Thank you.
Love this, and for me I would include a signature scent.
Great advice some really good points, thanks
The stylish woman knows who she is and loves who she is. All fashion/stylish sense comes from that knowledge.
Great tips. I know that this season’s bright colors would just overwhelm me, they don’t suit my soft coloring. Those almost-neon colors are supposed to make us happy, but I would be miserable in neon lime or orange. But, I love staying modern with enduring trends, not fads and will adopt the trends that do work for me. I’m in the blazer camp with you, the tailoring is a woman’s best friend! I always feel dumpy in cardigans, except for the new waist-length V-neck ones. Skinny jeans are completely out of style, especially with a long, baggy tunic over them, it’s a very aging and frumpy look. Don’t get stuck in what you wore 20 years ago!
A muted tangerine can be lovely.
Loved this video. I think everyone needs a full length mirror to see the outfit they have picked to wear. It might look good from the front, but from the side or back it is not right. Also, I see so many women wearing casual clothes to run errands or shop and their clothes are way too tight! Like they are wearing the size they wore many years ago, or they picked out something from their daughters’ closet who is 2-3 sizes smaller.
I agree we need to pick clothes that suit our body shape and size.