WHY Are You Still Wearing THAT? Tips for women over 40 & 50
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- In this video, WHY Are You Still Wearing THAT? Tips for women over 40, I'm sharing tips for women over 40 & 50 on how to stop wearing clothes that make them feel uncomfortable and ashamed. 🍀 Subscribe for good luck: bit.ly/2Z2kQr5
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I wish you have a beautiful last day of the year....
Best wishes for the new year..
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I think investing in really good bra, underwear, and undergarments at our age is KEY. So much of frump is due to having droopy look under your clothes. Also update your shoes and hair. Lastly - clothes MUST be tailored or FIT you properly. Frump is born out of ill-fitting clothes and when you're older you have less wiggle room to pull it off - because baggy clothes + baggy body = frump. Get your undergarments sorted stat!
Oh, I agree about the bra we used to have a couple stores that would fit you for good bra and never let them sag pull those straps up
100% thank you for sharing x❤
Totally! VPL makes me cringe... that, and pilling and fluff are pet peeves. Easy to resolve, though.
Totally agree! When breasts face due North rather than East/West it makes such a huge difference and the top half looks narrower without the spread, and you look slimmer, cos, let's face it, you are noticed from the face down 😉
Some of us have foot problems that make it impossible to wear fashion shoes. It really it is depressing. I had to give my Bally, David Weitzman, and Chanel shoes. Sigh
I love your style, your videos, your encouragement, and your humor! At 65, I’d lost my husband and was caring for my father, who was still stylish at 104. I’d long stopped caring about my appearance. Until my dad politely mentioned it - lol. Then I saw myself in a family photo. I was packing that extra 20 pounds from 2020, and yes, I was wearing a flowered dress I had no business wearing. The 20 pounds have gone, and I’m paying attention to my wardrobe. All I can say is what worked for me was omitting sugar and refined foods - if it came from a factory, I avoid it. It simply makes me feel unwell. Even my sinus issues are almost nonexistent now. I didn’t realize how bad I felt until I felt better. Now I like feeling better. I like looking good. I care again! Nobody is more surprised than I am - lol!
Thank you for sharing, sorry for your husband lost of love x
That is just amazing!!! Good for you for taking care of your health and now you can start to take care of your appearance. I'm sure that your mental health as also improved immensely.👏👏👏👏😁
Your Dad is/was 104!
That's incredible!!
This gives me hope for the future, for my parents and other family members,who are entering mid to late eighties and early nineties.
A big part of my fears is that life is over at that point, and their time is rapidly coming to a close (which it could be, but it's nice to know that there is still hope.)
Somewhere along the way we can lose our zest for life.
Making changes to our diet can definitely help, even for a short while, while we get back on track.
Go girl xxxx
I am so encouraged by your story! I am 57 with a pot belly after 2 pregnancies. I have to do a lot of speaking assignments and l am am self concious. My clothes do not fit right. I am not sure about what colors l should wear. This year, l decided that l will not be frumpy. My daughter recently cut my hair. Looks nice, but l must learn how to style. I do want to look elegant. I cut sugar many years ago and am doing intermittent fasting now for 3 years, but not losing weight as l thought l would. Have to figure my next move. So encouraged, though by your story.
I love the 3 color rule that I learned from you! It just makes everything flow and look so much better. My husband often tells me that I am over dressed because our retired friends dress the same every day in jeans and a half zip polar sweatshirt. I prefer to have a little elevated look and have purchased quality sweaters in cashmere and wool blends NO poly! I also purchased a beautiful wool coat (hence the over dressed comment) but it's warm and classic! LOVE this channel ............ learn so much thank you Frederique!
Don’t give in! You will inspire the others! And those younger will be proud to take you to lunch! 😊
OOh I’d be interested to learn about the 3 color rule? I’m guessing Fredrique may have a video on it?
@@specialk1627 me too? What episode was that in?
Thanks for sharing this, I am in the same boat. I live in the US but I am from Italy. I grew up just embracing a proper form, a way of respecting self and others ( fare la bella figura). Somehow, it translate to always being " overdressed" when for me it is just casual elegant comfort on a daily basis and on the proper occasion straight chic. Somehow it has become threatening to others when we are elegant ladies...I have not given in but, admittedly, it makes me feel a bit isolated.
@@cyclamen831I’m sorry you feel isolated, I understand you very well. I’m from South America, and come from a family and a culture that dresses for the occasion. We take care of the way we look; it’s a priority. Living in the US I always seem a tad overdressed compared to others, but I’m generally well put together, and feel good about myself. That’s enough for me 😊. Keep showing up with pride ❤!!
At age 69, I am way past the menopause years. It is a liberation, frankly. I have remained a French size 38/40. I have completely white hair but warm toned complexion. The town in Sicily where I live is not noted for stylish women, so I am grateful for advice in videos such as yours. Looking my age doesn't bother me at all. But I make an effort to look modern. I pay attention to my posture and flexibility
Great tips thank you x
I am 66 and am a French size 38/40 (US 4/6), too. I like the discipline of caring for and about my body and clothing style. You are right, posture and flexibility go a long way in maintaining youth.
Your combination of white hair and warm toned Mediterranean skin is beautiful!
@@hiannahgus574 how nice to hear from you! Until I retired at age 64, I led a sedentary life that did much harm. Among other things, I needed spinal surgery. In retirement, I go to yoga classes and swim. Best of all, got rid of my car 4 years ago. Now I ride a bike everywhere - including shopping. Result! Best wishes
@@mariecurie7491 Yoga is the solution to most of the problems. Love from India -- Bharat
@@asavaridesai3929 oh yes. I believe I would not have needed spinal surgery, had I had the time and opportunity to lead the active life I do now. But I had to work, long hours, to support my family 🤷♀️
Very sound advice. My only quibble is that I look 100% fabulous in bright Barbie pink. Barbie pink is the epitome of overly juvenile unsophisticated color. Fuchsia, hot pink, raspberry pink, light pink, soft nude pinks, any cool pinks (coral, not so much) drops ten years from my face. I wear a simple grey skirt and a pink cashmere sweater and men young enough to be my son make passes. Red is a good "also ran" and also excites male interest (I am a widow, this is important to me). So... even though I wish dearly that my best color is unsophisticated, I wear my juvenile pinks. I wear very sophisticated colours relieved by a bright splash of a pink scarf or a pink blouse peeking out of my navy blazer. 🤷🏻♀ Love your channel - keep up the good work!
I hear you. Men like pretty colours. It is what it is lol. I don’t agree with everything she said. She’s French lol. I like pink, too. And I love a good tyedye tracksuit! We can take what we like and leave the rest, I think. Rock that pink, and good luck in dating!
I love pinks and reds too. I still wear them as well as my new neutral palate 😊
You go girl!
Wear your pink with pride 👌!
@@alijane6675 Feel free to be yourself!
I'm glad you can wear red. I'm 55 and as I've aged I've gone lighter in hair and makeup. I don't look like me in 2000 ( just found a pic of me, red cardigan, red lipstick). It ages me now. I do love red but sadly, unless it's red lingerie (I have a beautiful set from Victoria Secret) I don't wear it out. I'm a nude or brownish lio color now too.
I am wearing less colorfull clothes and less colors together (not more than 3) in an outfit thanks to you. My wardrobe is more stylish than it was a few months ago. Thanks for your video's, love them, I learned so much from you 😍
Well said!
Love that!❤
“It’s Under your control when you meet someone what kind of impression you’re going to make”. Loved that ! ❤ really brings power (and responsibility) back!
Love that!❤
I love wearing orchid purple or lilac colors in the winter, preferably on a sweater but the sweater will have a nice texture or cut that is flattering. If I wore black every day, I’d be so depressed but color makes me happy!
I am LOVING YOUR STYLING COURSE!! All this time since I was young I was hourglass. I’m short 5ft and as I aged I’m 72 I went through menopause 3 TIMES!!! I gained weight in my midsection and thought I was an Apple body shape BUT I’m still hourglass😊!! I have always been complimented on my style and I’m Classic Dramatic. Your course is giving me more options and tucking in the tops had been an eye opener for me! As I continue my journey I constantly pick up tips from you and I greatly appreciate all the time and effort you put in to your videos!! I am getting this extra weight off and enjoying myself!! I am a Ballroom dancer for over 30 years and after menopause for the 3rd time I got depressed and gave up. You have given me the strength to get back into shape and LIVE my life again!! I love you my sweet beautiful funny friend and THANK YOU with all my heart❤️❤️ God sent me to you for this very purpose my friend❤❤🙏🙋♀️
Go dance your heart out.
Wow thank you Joyce I’m so happy you are enjoying my course ❤
@@ms.frederique it is FANTASTIC ❤️❤️
Culture plays a big role in clothing choice. Caribbean and Tropical cultures utilize prints and colors a lot and it is extremely classy and classic.
So true . Warm weather allows beautiful colors and prints. You don’t see people wearing cheerful clothes from cold boring countries.
I'm middle aged, menopausal, and have been sick for a long time. I'm finally feeling a bit better, and I'm trying to get back into shape and find my personal style. Your videos are great!
I am 59, and I loved wearing short dresses and skirts, tight pants and jeans as well, high heels all of the time...I had the body and legs for that. But not anymore, and the skirts are getting longer, but the heels shorter haha! I didn t noticed much of the menopause luckily, but my body shape is changing, so my clothes as well. I do not care what the others think of me, but I do care how I look, just for myself. Never walked like a joke on street, never will do. My guilty pleasure is hard rock and heavy metal, I go to live gigs and rock clubs. And guess what, there I can still wear crazy things like leather skirt, high boots and leather jacket, panther print shirts plus some chains and leather wrist bands😆😛Just because nobody cares and everybody is dressed like that! Being careful though, not walking the streets like that on day light! 🤣🤣🤣
First things first....I love those glasses on you. They are fabulous! Secondly your makeup and hair are on point.
I was never taught the importance of looking and feeling good growing up. It is something I have always struggled with. Your videos really help me. Thank you 🙏
I think the issue of bright colors is not that simple, I color bright winter and I need intense and bright colors to look good and young. When I look older and faded, it's with beige, for example. I also wear neutral, I hope I avoid completely neutral looks because it's better for me, but I'm not the only colorist who needs color. By the way, I am romantic in style (but in the most kibbe sense of romantic), with a bit of natural and a bit of classic. Fits my hourglass well too so happy
Me, too. I look dead in beige and need bright, dense colour to come alive. Do what is best for you.
Totally agree
MENOPAUSE actually agreed with me as I was too underweight for years. Now I'm a bit more muscular and filled out.
Frédérique has the best style and attitude! I ordered two sweaters she suggested frôm her Amazon store this morning. Can’t wait until they come!
I have recently seen a clinical nutritionist and she advised me to cut out all grains as there is no such thing as a gluten free grain. It made a huge difference to my stomach, weight and energy levels. Also my swollen thyroid. (Hashimoto). Grains are a big cause of this too! Love your videos Frederique! 😍😍
You've inspired me to remove 2 extremely frumpy dresses from my closet. One to be donated and the other to become a throw pillow or bean bag cover🙂
I totally agree. It's very rare for me to wear prints unless they are stripes, small plaids, or tiny polka dots. I use to wear florals a lot but thanks to you I learned the error of my ways lol. Keep up the good work and bringing us such good content. I'm a follower from way back. Happy Holidays Frédérique.
I recently started to pay more attention to the colors that are adequate to my skin tone and makes a huge difference. Regards from 🇲🇽
Ive had to wear tight N95 masks and face shields since 2020 because I work in healthcare, really rough on the skin and pointless to wear make up due to the sweating. Never feel attractive at work, or motivated to look nice due to this. When I do go out I love to wear colors, or a splash of colors mixed with neutral. I think my undertone is neutral to cool. I can wear yellow and oftentimes get complimented, but anything pastel, especially mint green and I look 10 years older. Thanks for the advice, I did get rid of anything with a large print, they truly were hideous, what was I thinking! LOL. Have a great day Frederique.
So sorry that you have to wear the mask and it irritating your skin. 😢
Wear what makes you feel good. Color is important and can be paired with a neutral. I used to wear only black and white until i realized I looked like a waiter and when I wore a color I got more compliments. Don’t be afraid of color.
In my teens and twenties I wore a lot of pink in all its glorious shades and lots of scarlet. Now many years later I tend more toward deeper shades- jewel tones, I get a lot of compliments when I wear shades of wine, burgundy, plum. I love brighter colors but now wear them as accents instead of all over. Black has always been my neutral and it pairs well with so many colors. I find it more versatile than any other color.
So glad I live in Northern California! We like prints and comfy outdoorsy clothes.
Thank you for bravely and compassionately talking about menopause. I love your style, your poise, your advice, and your kindness to women of all ages and bodies.
Yep menopause, I got sick of the weight creep and decided to do something about it. Build muscle, I don't mean huge muscles but enough to protect your bones and improve your basal metabolic rate. It has taken me the better part of a year but without changing my eating habits I now have so much more energy and I can fit into all of my pre-menopause clothes. Also my BP is down, my resting heartrate is down and so is my cholesterol. If I had have been better at dieting things might have happened faster but personally, I want to enjoy a glass of wine and not cut carbs out of my diet. I agree, even though we have to get older we don't have to dress like our grandmothers did.
I agree with everything you said here and love that you are sharing menopause effects. People don't know what to do to help with the changes they experience and I think they're too embarrassed and tired to act accordingly. They just end up with frumpy clothes instead!! Thanks again for another good video! xx
You are one of my favorites! I love that you don’t over style your hair! Also your adorable grasp of the English language so refreshing and tue. Fun and informative thanks for staying real and honest. 😊
I love these look-younger videos and you make it fun and entertaining, not preachy at all! Please dont stop making them. You look gorgeous in this one too! X
I have a couple of hats I love to wear. I have a dark purple wool cloche and a houndstooth hat I love. I get compliments all the time! It's a good way to add texture or a pattern without going overboard. Love all your videos! 💝
That is awesome!❤
Loved your styling course and felt quite affirmed! Would love suggestions on dressing for a fast-paced manufacturing job, where the women to men ratio is 1:20. Activities in a typical 12 hr days could go from sweating on a ladder repairing a machine, to giving a presentation to a room of managers or engineers.
You are a Queen 👑💯, you are absolutly right in all the things you say i agree totaly. There is no need to get fat and frumpy after Menopause. A healthy diet, some workout and a good Lifestyle solves it all. A little bit of make up, good skin care and some stylisch clothes do the rest.
I am Looking and feeling better than ever. So say other people.
I ve tried colours lately cause I was always mostly on black and white and I ve noticed that brighter colors suited me more. But its just that I don't feel quite myself on them and in the end I feel good only whit beige, nude, cammel...sometimes Bordeaux..here in Italy people use a lot of color and they are masters in combining and creating perfect looks. But even if i LOVE THEM in others...i feel better the days that Im in classic tones.
Love your ideas, you look great and you re funny. Im so happy I found you. !
WOW, Frederique is on brilliant form today! Thank you so much for a great video full of useful tips x
You're so welcome!
You are SO much fun to watch, but could you please do more videos that include more than camel, black/navy and ecru? I get it, they look good on you, but I look better in jewel tones.
Me too have you tried burgundy, I think that’s making a comeback for 23
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Oh my where does one begin and where one needs to draw the line. I love color, clothes, shoes, handbags, and jewelry. Daily fashion choices can be tricky but can also be fun and liberating. I gravitate towards a classic look. Many factors from location, age, to body size and shape to finances have all impacted us all over our lifetime. I think as long as a person is comfortable in how they look they should go for it.
I really enjoy your channel.
Hi Frederique! I just want to say I watch you, and I love your content, even though I know and completely understand why you don’t make these kinds of videos anymore. My natural style has always been what I call “effortlessly classy & a little sexy.” I’ve always worn a lot of black, neutral colors, etc., BUT I will say that black women can get away with many things you deem “cheap” or not elegant. The bright colors, and even prints, especially African inspired prints, look amazing on dark skin, so I just wanted to mention that.
I’m still watching your content all these years later, and using a lot of your older videos for my upcoming trip to Paris. Thank you so much for your videos!
Love this video. Great way to start the new year! Bought winter sweaters in solid navy, army green, off white and a beautiful black and white stripe cotton cable knit. Asking myself when I choose my outfit " is this elegant, classy orv chic". If not, it may be good enough to walk my dogs but thats it.
Unfortunately, all lower cost clothing stores only sell printed clothes and due to continuous inflation, you can’t afford mid to high end clothes that would look better on you.
Resale and thrift stores sell at great prices. I had to learn to identify quality first though
@@MyCrownstar Not in my size and body shape.
Great video! Lots of great information, and fun as well. Thank you! As for me, I live a jeans and boots lifestyle, kind of a classic style meets boho vibe. I probably only have 20 more years on this planet, so I’m going to wear what I like and do my best to be kind! (Round, my body shape is ROUND, and who took my waist?!?!) 🤣😂😆😉
We should add Camouflage too. Unless you're heading out on a hunting trip, it's always a bad idea. Agree with everything you said! :)
Thank you for making this video. I am 50 and my body just suddenly has a life of its own. I realised everything i do (go gym 2-3 times a day, intermittent fasting, breathing air) will add 1 more kilo to my already ballooning weight. In my 20s, i was 49-50kilos, and during Covid i started putting on weight andd i suspected also having peri-menopause, and after Covid the weight just continue to climb and i am now 61.9kg!!Hearing you encountering all these hormones and how not to give up and stop wearing flowery night gown😅 really cheered me up. and the food part too. With age comes IBS and all sorts of gassy and bloated symptoms. It is so frustrating and demoralising. I am so glad you made this video for me who is over 50 and about to give up this fight.
Bonjour! I have weeded through my clothing, and rid myself of much frump and big loose clothing. Thank you for the inspiration ❤️😊
Bonjour Frédérique, since I watch your videos I have regained confidence in myself. I must say I also lost some weight and feeling thinner at the waist makes a huge difference as I can tuck in now! Yeah! Btw, for me like many, it was the "white " carbs which made me feel bloated and gain weight: no more white bread (being French it's a challenge), white pasta, or white rice either. I feel better and I look better. I always had the wardrobe staples in my closet and your many videos about how to mix and match them have been so helpful ! Each time I wear one of your suggestions, I get compliments 😉, and now it's almost every day because I finally dare to wear pieces I one thought were overdressed. They're not, they're simple and classy, yet modern and they make me feel so good! Thanks again for voicing nicely the truth, and all the hard work to put up these videos. Keep them coming, je ne m'en lasse pas!
Yes please! A video to pinpoint my style. Sometimes I feel I'm all over the place. And where did you get your top in this video? Zara?
Hi Frederique - here I am in Christchurch, New Zealand, at home in isolation with Covid and I am over 65, and 5ft 2in, and you have just brightened up my whole day and your positive energy and great tips about styling, colours and your honesty about how you feel. Love it and I now an avid watcher.
I’m 100% American 😂😂😂 But Ooooh girl!!! You make me miss my working days around the many snooty French … I mean international (saying with love & appreciation ❤️😉😂) bosses & coworkers who pushed me to be my best self. Always tell people “I grew up n Queens, NY but I was born on 5th Ave & 57th St” My blood sweat and tears are still there. 🤔 Did we work together in the 90s? Or have I ever done your hair or makeup? Lol Your voice sounds like home to me 😉☺️
You look gorgeous Frédérique, this hairstyle really suits you ❤
Thank you for your always refreshing and honest tips on how to dress well and with taste at any age.
Menopause, covid and authoimmune hashimotos have changed my life, and not for the better. I'm age 63 and hair loss is now an issue. I must tell you that your continued emphasis on finding your undertones to improve your wardrobe ALSO exactly applies to purchasing hair of whatever sort (extensions, halos, wigs, toppers) one needs. So thankful for your expertise and your willingness to "say it like it is" to help us regain our beauty and our confidence.
Thank you so much. I have also hashimoto and it’s been hard take care x
I quite adore Japanese tie-dye (Shibori) dresses and wear Pastels a lot as I'm a Soft Summer with Low-Medium contrast) and look best in greyed muted colours. Other than that, I quite agree with you 😉😋
Totally agree. Thanks for your advice.
My digestive problems improved tremendously after doing a candida cleanse and taking other supplements to help with SIFO. I know it's not very well researched but I felt horrible and now I can eat what I like.
There are some clothing pieces in extreme colours that look classy. I have a long hot pink tailored wool coat form Zara and it looks very chic. For me pairing a strong stand out colour with a tailored fitting is very chic. Especially if I see a woman in wiser years in a stand out colour paired nicely with neutrals I think oh this woman is a fashionista.
Thanks for sharing!!
I got rid of bright colors and florals. My color palate is now cream, navy, black, camel and some French blue. Any prints are either tiny polka dots or vertical stripes. I try to only buy classic styles. I did buy a cream leather moto jacket but thinking of returning it because it just might be trendy for a year or two and then it would just sit at the back of my closet.
Love your videos. Thank you for being so honest
You really are my favorite French fashion blogger, you resonate positivity and sisterly vibes . You are high spirited and fun to watch. And what I like most is , that you don’t come a cross as patronizing and condescending. I’ve always had a good figure, but now and in my sixties, my figure is way better then it has ever been , I’m tall , slim with no lumps and bums to bee seen , and that’s , because when in my early phase of menopause , I started to work hard on my body through regular exercise. So , it is possible not only to keep he same figure you had in your twenties , but to have even a better one . Though, I find myself agreeing with you on almost everything, I have to disagree about your stance on the color pink , it is so refreshing , I love it and goes so well with my skin tone . I’m a grandmother of five, but on so many occasions, when I’m with my handsome son , people confuse me with his wife !! I must admit, it is such a moral booster!! The thing is , look after yourself and stay away from granny look and demeanor , and you’d be cool.
Thank you so much lovely 🥰
You rock!
Thank you for your relaxed and delightful presentation. You’ve opened my eyes
Even as a mature aged person I have lifted my game. Vive la difference!
Years ago, on my first trip to Europe, I heard a phrase that really stuck with me and has guided my fashion choices ever since; "mutton dressed as lamb" has saved me on more than one occasion from making some truly fashion faux pas. What I want to know is WHERE can I find good quality clothes for my age group that doesn't cost as much as a house payment? It seems all the local stores cater to the under 20 set and anything in my age group (over 60) is relegated to moo-moos and caftans with BIG multi-colored patterns! And I live less than half an hour away from the Mall of America!
Either that or it is over $500.
I love Lily Silk, Quince, JCrew, Reformation and Theory, age 62, average figure.
And don’t forget second hand shops, ThredUP and eBay. I’ve found lovely things there.
Definitely try consignment and thrift stores. You might be surprised by what you find.
Zara and H&M premium online are also good, I think they ship everywhere
Love what I am learning from you! I live in Indiana. USA. Love your style. I am trying!!!
You're classy and honest !!
Hi Frederique. I couldn’t agree more about tie dye. I didn’t like it in the ‘70’s and dislike it even more now, even for young women.
As I was watching I was thinking how gorgeous that colour is in your top. It’s so flattering to your skin tone. You even mentioned skin tone. It’s so important to wear what suits us. As I’m getting older I think I suit navy more than black. I like both though and still do wear black.
Fit is very important. I really dislike dresses that are skin tight. I don’t think having dresses hugging the backside it’s flattering but I know some people will disagree. Skimming yes, on someone with a great figure but clinging, no.
It’s very true that a lot of fashion for women over 40 is ugly. The manufacturers use cheap fabrics too, with lot of hideous prints and styles. That’s why I stick to classic style but I’d love to have a bit more femininity without looking silly.
Apparently I’m a romantic body type in the Kibbie method. I think anyway. It’s hard to judge. It would be great if you could do a video on personal styles. Thanks for the chat!
I agree on almost everything you say…but, as a bright spring, neutral colors make me older looking. And orange, kelly green and purple gives my skin a nice, healthy glow. Not to mention neon yellow or pink…😂 everytime I wear those color, someone comments on how I look healthy and young looking! 😄
I always learn 1 or 2 things every time l watch your video thank you 👏
True! Thank you! Yes… “young at soul”. A style minimal in colours with a certain cut is better than bright colours + lots details. Good point of view!👍
I agree with you all the way. You look absolutely stunning 😊
Thank you for giving it to us straight. Keep it up!!
I support staying away from dairy during menopause-except plain Greek yogurt. I think it’s a great whole food loaded with protein and it’s great for digestion.
Amen, Girl!
You are the best! Great video!
Love this advice. Here’s my problem. I’m pretty much done menopause, at 54 and ten years in, and I’m glad! However, the cortisol bloats me to the point of being downright painful. I can’t stand anything digging in at my waist. At all. Jeans can grip around my midsection, and really hurt. Any strongly waisted article does the same thing. I want to be fashionable, but at my age, I’m not giving up comfort for beauty. So any tips on styling without the tight waist hitting stuff would be great! I know paper bag dresses aren’t my friend, but my belly loves them.
And just adding I love being 54, and I’m not interested in looking younger. I just want to look nice, and feel like I can breathe. Lol. Love you!
I hear you! I have Crohn’s and can’t take any pressure on my belly and so am very careful with where the waist hits and how tight it is.
My style is classic, well fitted basics work well on me. I’ve found that if everything else fits well and looks crisp I can get away with the looser waist. For me a slim straight jean that has a mid to lower rise and looser waist yet hugs my hips and butt looks good, put together. I’m also a big fan of easily adjustable canvas belts as they can be tightened and readjusted for sitting or standing without having to undue the whole thing.
@@comment3711 My style is more relaxed than you, but we share the same issues. I have done a lower rise Jean, but it can look pretty unflattering if I sit, what with spillage and all lol. I’ve taken to jumpsuits lately, as I got really sick of dresses, really quickly! Anything that lets my stomach relax, and doesn’t cause all day pain with every movement is what I’m looking for!
There are so many kinds of jeans now! Many that are like leggings, so super soft and pull on. I just got a pair from Democracy that was a hidden stretchy band. Nordstrom rack has many to choose from.
@@alijane6675 Jumpsuits are a great idea!
@@alijane6675 I should also mention in case you’re interested… I have a hard time with most pajama bottoms because of the elastic band at the waist. There’s one brand that I found who make a pj bottom without it, with just a drawstring. It’s called Essential Layers by Cottonique. They are a bit pricey but they are well made and long lasting.
I have been living in UK for years and no offence.. women in here should watch this video! I don’t understand how these prints can be popular in this country.
I've got 6 flowy viscose shirts with beautiful prints; looks like Hermes but it isn't. I often combine them with simple black or blue. Works well for me.
Red Bull! Oh you are a hoot Darl! The advice re prints and colours is on point as always x
Those spectacles look amazing on you. Love the look❤
I was born and raised in Southern California and spent my teen years in the mid to late 70s. I keep gravitating towards jeans (of course they were started there) and T-shirts but love Classic Styles
thank you very much. great advice, as always. love your humour.
I'm thrilled about my raspberry red wool coat! I'll be stylish for at least a year. ;)
Hello from Greece! Thank you for all the laugh and all the great ideas! Can I ask for more ideas for a 'boho chic' lady like me?
Hi, agree with you so much! I look better than when I was younger. I am 46 and happy with myself finally 🙏😉
Very good refresher, Frederique! Hope you are well, and enjoying your new home in Bali.
I enjoyed this. Thanks
LOVE your glasses! I wear glasses so I enjoy seeing women of style wearing them too! How do you feel about tartan plaid scarf or skirt? I love it for winter.
I love that you give new thoughts on what’s in my closet.
Once again, spot on Frédérique. Love you xox
Thank you!❤
I love this video ! So glad I've found you . I've been having trouble having clarity about fashion at age 53 . You are helping so much. I've recently released some pieces in my wardrobe that were great for a younger me . I'm now asking myself if what I'm wearing looks elegant. Such a good litmus test .
For part of my life, I've always had to be look stylish. I'm in the entertainment field.
I do think that wearing colors (in solids) brightens you up. Just one piece like a blouse or nice tee.
I don't know WHY "mature" women are so afraid of color. It baffles me! The right colors for your skin tones make you look younger. I'm 68 and I look so much better, even without makeup in fuschia, purples, wines, reds, royal blues, even emerald! If I wear too much black, I look tired and if i wear camel, people ask me if I'm ok, LOL!
BTW, just my opinion: Camel is for Coats. Period.
Great advice, Frederique!. I love "don't give a sh*t"!!!! I do love my statement jewelry! I'll wear a black tee or trtlneck (or navy or grey) with a statement necklace and jeans.
Videos like yours and Marie-Anne Lecour (?) have really helped me to stop being such a frump in my "regular" life too! Thanks!
I definitely agree with you! 😌
So appreciate your honesty. I will try to be more discerning in my selections. You look amazing!
I love neutral colors, but in the summer like July and August, I love wearing maxi sun dresses with sandals. I have a some solids because I prefer solids, but I cannot help myself in full blown summer! I wear Lily Pulitzer dresses! And blue and white dresses. I just love these! . But one those two months are over, it’s back to my solids and neutrals. I’m 59.
Thanks for sharing!!
This is interesting I need so much in my wardrobe now.
I love your vlogs thankyou I have learnt so much. I love your style and only wish I could wear the same but unfortunately the natural colours e.g camel and ecru look terrible on me so instead I try to do the same but with my neutrals of navy and grey. I have found that since embracing my grey hair my colours I can wear have changed so much.
I love this sincere video. Good advice from a wonderful woman ❤️
I love the color of lipstick you're wearing. It's a very flattering shade on you. What brand and color is it?💄
Nude pink
I agree with your comments and suggestions. You always make me laugh.
Thank you so much lovely 🥰
Thanks for your great tips! I fight “dumpy” every single day. It just takes about three extra kilos to make me appear dumpy. So I forever have to watch my weight. l’m 5’4” and aim to stay 70 kilos or less. Luckily, I’m in proportion.
After breaking my foot and toes earlier this year I am stuck with wide feet and having trouble finding work appropriate shoes that look cute, fun and not completely orthopedic with velcro. Any help is appreciated. 💝 Love your style and I so value your guidance.
Thank you for another great video 😁 You look absolutely beautiful 🤩
I am loving your videos ☺️😍. You are so funny and vibrant. I have definitely had years where I didn't try very hard on my appearance and others when I have put a bit more thought into it. This year I bought a few dresses for summer and hardly wore any shorts. I do not have a single skirt in my wardrobe at the moment. As our lifestyle changes so do our clothes and of course our bodies as well. What you might have loved as a 20 something is most likely not going to be what you love now. Keep experimenting, I recently just bought a pair of wide leg jeans, which I never thought i would do, guess what I'm really enjoying them, in fact I am wearing them right now.
I appreciate that you are direct and honest. Also health and fitness no excuses there for us