I'm a petite, busty, hourglass. I find that wearing 2 colors (top/bottom) makes me appear shorter. I try to wear similar shades on top and bottom. Not appearing so short is more important to me than looking like the current trend.🤷♀️. I add color to the outfit with luxurious scarves. Even if I'm wearing jeans & a T-shirt, I've usually added a silk, linen, or fine wool scarf. Just love them. 🤩
Lots of good points! For a bra, I would add that the positioning of the breasts is critical!! By this I mean how far up or down on the chest the breasts sit. The most flattering and youthful is to make sure the bra positions your breasts halfway between your elbow and your shoulder (but no higher or it can look like you're trying too hard to be sexy/youthful). As we age the breasts droop and this of course gives an older appearance. When the breasts are lifted to the correct position it automatically creates a younger appearance.
I’m 45 and maybe black is making me look older but I don’t really care because I love this colour as my favourite band is Depeche Mode. Love your videos❤
I agree. I have short blonde hair and fair skin, and black is a good contrast on me, as well as being slimming. My go to look is black top, colored or pattern bottom.
I’m in my late 60s, don’t really want to look any slimmer, but I love wearing black (yes, even close to my face) *because* it makes my hair look more grey. It’s a striking contrast that makes me love my grey hair! I always add some elements that make the outfit look intentional, not lazy (or “invisible”). I do wear colors, but nothing feels quite as chic as a black outfit.
A friend recently sent me this quote. “The relationship between me and black clothes is a love story that can’t be explained.”. I’m a 75 year old with white hair, pale skin and blue eyes and I look great in black so it’s what I’m going to wear. Thank you for a wonderful video.
Nada Marley, a great stylist I recommend, said, "Be less hesitant about dressing young than dressing old", old clothes age us! I'm 58 and steer well clear of top-to-top classic/ladylike outfits, I always mix and match, e.g. great jeans with a tweed jacket with frayed hems. Even gold buttons look too old and ladylike on me. I invest in quirky unusual scarves - not Hermes-type, they are way too classic and stuffy imo. For example I have a lovely Gucci necktie with a vintage Mickey Mouse design that's very cool and is nothing like what you would buy at Disneyland. It doesn't have to be expensive - I bought simple bandanas for just 99p in all colours, I wear a lot of monochrome/neutrals and adding a little bandana can really brighten up an outfit and make you look current and young(er)
Thank you for showing slim people like me. I am short and petite and recently found out I look well in V neck and Square necked clothing. I was always covering my slim long neck. Sometimes what we think are faults can be disguised by a different type of fashion. I love quality clothing of natural material. Oversized clothing is not flattering to me. I am 74 and still in better shape than my younger friends. Aging gracefully and still a Lady. We can experiment, finding what suits us at every age.
I’m a designer and my whole wardrobe has always been neutral and lots of black. But with age and going cool blond…navy is a wonderful addition ❤️✨ also…with black or navy, love an open collared shirt or v neck😉✨
The only black I wear now is a black blazer, black tank, and LBD. At 68, I went natural in 2020 from a dark auburn to white hair with silver glints throughout and it's stunning. With pale skin and blue eyes and white hair, black around my face is much too harsh with navy, deep royal blue, charcoal gray, and burgundy being the darkest colors I wear now. My jewelry is now mostly silver or white gold or mixed. It looks like a wardrobe for a completely different person! I love it.
Ditto for me as well! We are probably in cool tones of color because I have olive skin and gray hair w/ a lil black left but wear the same color as you. I look my best in these colors.
It’s super hot here today, wearing white wide leg jeans (wouldn’t be able to wear slim jeans in this heat) with a slim square neck cotton tank, both from Chicos, looks super pulled together, along with a pair of low heeled sandals and a white handbag. The key with wide leg jeans is wearing the more fitted top that isn’t too long!
I like to pack my jeans away for the summer. There are so many other choices that are cooler in hot weather and I like to give jeans a break as I use them so much most of the year🎉🎉
@@tamikaleerykerWhen you reach a certain age, what used to look great, doesn't! Black really suited me when I had dark brown hair, light olive skin and darke brown eyes. My hair is now really grey and even my hair and eyes have faded, so the black and jewel tones that once complemented me overwhelm me. However, I still don't look good in pastels. Navy never has and never will look good with my skin tone, although it now looks beautiful against my silver hair. Right now, I look okay in sheer or faded black, denim blue, white but not optic white. It's really something we have to juggle and fashion advice tends to say really untrue things (either that the same colours always suit you or that grey hair and faded colouring just transform a Winter into a Summer - not in my experience). Some people also have warmer skin tones as they age. A lot of us would really appreciate solid advice from someone who has really made a thorough study of ageing beauty and not tossed us off because we were, indeed, invisible. @Frédérique, yes, black is bad and pastels are worse (for erstwhile brunettes, anyway). Your are also a natural brunette and your new hair colour is fabulous and makes you look really young! I would love an in-depth video on colours for women in their 50s, 60s and 70s. Some of us had it all figured out, only for everything to change! Au secours, ma belle !
@@tamikaleerykerit's that things that looked good on us when we were younger w/ stronger eyebrows, fuller lips, fewer wrinkles, more full hair etc, don't complement us in the same way as we age.
Some designers do a more sophisticated navy than others - sometimes called “midnight” which can be so flattering (sadly, usually the more expensive designers).
I’ve been following this lady since the beginning and let me tell you she looks better now than few years back. So she is definitely doing something right ❤
Vids have come a long way in the last three years. Better lighting, cameras, sound, etc. Don’t feel bad about yourself in comparison. It could be all of these things for her.
My goodness, you have the best suggestions! You mentioned hats, please do a video on types of hats and how to wear them. I love to see a woman in a hat. Thank you for sharing with us.
Yes, I would love a video on hats, too! Actually, I finally had the Courage and started wearing Fedoras and other hats last year, and they earn me compliments (by women!) regularly. So, ladies who consider wearing hats: please be bold and do so! It’s fun, and with the right hat you will feel like the queen you are ;)
As a lover of black I find it’s now too harsh & am moving over to the blue palette. When I do wear black, I wear my red glasses & do a finger dab of red lipstick. 💋
Hi Frederique, as a 5 ft 62 year old with a full bust I love wearing black. I feel like colours overwhelm me and make me look even shorter (I tend to wear dresses for the same reason). I’m pale (which I love) with ashen blonde hair so I feel I can get away with it as long as I wear blush and lipstick. Having said that I also enjoy wearing navy, which as I age more I’ll probably try to head towards. I think it’s a little kinder and softer . Anyway thanks… you always look amazing and are such an inspiration!❤
I'm 73 and love all your tips and am pleased to see I use many of them but learned many useful new ones! I've never enjoyed wearing black and now that my hair is grey I find a deeper charcoal grey is lovely with winter whites. I've always dressed in subtle thin layers with simple textures and small prints or stripes. I love colour as well but in muted tones that go with the greys, like greens or blues - not pastels. Muted corals have been a nice addition this past summer. I love your videos!
I love black and it is still making me look slimmer and more sexy and I'm way over 45:) I only add one other accent colour , it might be a blue or red scarf, or natural learher sandals , but all the rest is black. and gold jewllery. Gold looks brilliant with black. I am also doing navy , it's a great colour , so elegant.
I'm a gray-haired 52 y.o. woman. I sometimes wear Black (it's só elegant) but never too close to my face. I find pearls beautiful acessories, they fit perfecrly to black. And, finally, delicate make-up and Red lipstick. Sorry for my not-so-perfect English, I'm from Brazil.
Hi Fredrique I’m 64, I grew out my dyed hair so I’m now 💯 my natural silver colour. Also I’ve recently lost 29 kilos (approx 64 pounds) I was a plus size 16-18 and I’m now a regular size 8-10. I’m currently curating a whole new wardrobe. I love all black, linen, cotton, and I don’t mind rayon coz it’s soft. Pre-weight loss I wore oversized clothes but now I want to wear more tailored clothes. I’m binging your videos to get ideas.
I love wearing black in the fall and winter, even though it is not in my spring color palette. My favorite ways to wear black are black lace tops, dresses, and skirts. Or black and white houndstooth skirts. Adding a pop of red somewhere, like red shoes, red nails, etc also helps brighten up a black outfit.
Black around my face definitely doesn't do me any favours now but I still love it. I already do as you advised and have black jeans, shoes and bag that satisfies my passion for black. Thank you for sharing these great tips.
I am a neutral girl for sure. One of the best pieces of advice i got from you was to buy linen shirts. I have a couple and I love them so much. My skin feels so cool as soon as I put it on. Thank you so much.❤❤❤
I've transitioned to navy blue over the last ten years - I have black trousers/shoes/bags, but I find that navy is just better for me at my age. I also wear a lot of beige as I have a sallow skin tone and it warms me up.
I love wearing black it suites my figure well as a slim pear shape ❤ also navy blue is a great color! I do wear black cashmere sweaters with my leopard midi skirt looks cute paired with black kitten heels or knee high books in the fall! Thank you for your observation and tips ❤❤
I chose ivory as my neutral. I live in south Florida and don't care for the look of too much black in the wardrobe. I do have a few pieces, but I have way more winter white or even brown as my neutrals.
I stopped wearing black years ago, I prefer navy. Works better for me. I obviously have a few black items but prefer navy if I want to wear dark colours. In general I prefer colours.
I may not have a lot of clothes; but I Do sure have exceptional pieces that stands out and always in style. I do believe you should purchase fresh white blouses every summer to compliment your summer wardrobe. 💃🏻
Clothes last for years especially if they are only worn in a season. I cannot imagine myself buying new things every year. Well, unless I was wealthy and wasteful.
I love wearing black. I am a winter type and I look good without thinking about it. Freshen it up with some big silver ring (stud) and off I go. Or some fancy shoes.
I agree with you: absolutely no matching jewelry sets! But to call it a fashion faux pas to match the color of your shoes and handbag or maybe your belt sounds rather harsh. The opposite: it's not really stylish to mix accessories in different colors. It looks like you simple take something out of you closet without any consideration and then call it "casual"...If matching colors means old-fashioned and old-aged - so be it! I call it harmony.
Great video...again. Thanks. Agree about older people not wearing top to toe pastels or black. I do wear a black cashmere twinset in winter, but always wear a silk scarf (in the same colour as my skirt/trousers) in a brighter colour.
Thank you for a very giving tutorial. I am 44 and I feel more me, attractive and happier now. I instinctively started to incorporate some of your advice.
Seamless undergarments are the best, they can be worn by all of us and give our clothing smooth lines. Thank you for mentioning sunscreen. The sun damage we accumulated when we sunbathed in our teens, twenties show up in our 70s or earlier. I know my days in the sun caused damage. We didn't know better in the 1960s. Please do a video on skin care.
Black is my favorite. Many have told me I look very nice in black. I also like white. Next is a baby pink. Navy blue is another favorite. Camel doesn't work as well next to my face, but I love camel purses, belts, and shoes! Grey is my favorite for winter coats. Dark grey to lighter grey, short to long trench coats. All fabulous. Pastels work well on me because of my hair and eye color. But I also like the jewel colors for winter like ruby or burgundy red, emerald green, sapphire blue.
A video on body care would be appreciated we are going into winter in Australia and it seems my skin has turned flaky overnight. I dry brush 2-3 times a week but have read that this isn’t something to do too regular as it damages the skin. I was wondering about a glycolic acid face scrub/cleanser on my arms and legs ? At the moment I use a home mix of lanolin and castor oil to moisturise and occasionally an oil like jojoba or baby oil I am in my 60’s with fair skin
Great points. I am doing good, and lately even getting better. Sometimes, when we have still great bodies, we get kind of little bit stuck…. Well I can still wear cropped tops, more body skimming dress, but I got to realization, that I don’t want that anymore… I prefer style, interesting more artistic details, uniqueness, fashion.. I still wear some black. All my LBD not going anywhere 🤪😜 lol but I do wear with minimum makeup, especially complexion products, and glowy skin bronzed or pink blush. Brightening complexion and eyes , smokey eye, or bright lipstick red or coral,… it depends of season. Also gold accessories, or some peal jewelry or choker… and since I am blond , it’s already helps as well… Have a blessed day 🙏❤️
I'm 44, but I look fantastic in black and other dark shades. It's important to wear colors that complement our undertone; otherwise, we risk looking washed out.
What about ladies with gray or white hair? Do you have advice or recommendations for colors in clothing and makeup? Best hairstyles? Thank you for your video.♥️
Yes, I would love a video dealing with grey/white hair... mine is white, I'm 61, petite, and used to be a winter. Bright colours make me fade away, so trying to figure out what works with my paler skin, white hair, and lighter eyes (even my eyes have one from darker green to a grey-blue colour). I've pitched a lot of clothes that were too big or bright, and am slowly building back up on a very tight budget. And I live in a small village in Brittany, so little access to real shopping! Thanks for this suggestion, and to Frederique for all the videos!
I love black! I am over 45 and I always feel like black is a classic color, well that and navy.Black appears cleaner even if it's not. Plus I have an outdoor lifestyle so its really great as a transitional color from outside to having to go to an office for example. Plus I enjoy being in the " background", or unnoticed. however if I feel daring I can always add a pop of color. Black always makes me feel the most confident.
I mostly buy my clothes secondhand. But if I do buy new I buy from Muji. Affordable, classically beautiful, and hold up well. Grey is my go-to colour; prussian blue grey, taupe grey, varying shades of grey green, silver grey, etc.
I once saw a film with a very famous 'older' French actress (sorry, can't remember names) BUT, she wore a lot of black and then sometimes cream and the difference was astonishing. She looked utterly beautiful in cream and ghastly in black.
Love your journey Frederique! I dived in to some older videos and loved all of them!! I was watching one, where you told who made the gorgeous large frames you wear. Can you please tell me who makes them? Thanks so much!!
I always enjoy your videos, no matter what the topic, so thank you! Have you ever considered covering more about where you live, without getting too personal. What is it like living in Bali? Local cuisine, shopping, going out, diving, etc. Of course you have to keep part of your life to yourself, but I think expat life is interesting. I'm an expat myself, and people are often curious about my perspective on the countries I live in. Just an idea. :-). But as I say, I thoroughly enjoy all the topics you cover in your videos. Merci!
I made a video about my life in Bali and didn’t do well plus TH-cam push only my videos about styling - follow me on Instagram I post daily story about my life @msfrederique
Love your content. You are reporting fashion fixes that feel correct for big cities NY, Paris, London and not just the suburbs. Thank you! I’m following! (BTW - this is Lance’s mom, not my teenage son who owns this account)
You make a great point about black around the face. In your examples, it shows how people look like they are a floating head! I never recognized that before
30 years ago a woke up to go to work and all I had was black clothes. Depressing. That day forward I got rid of my black clothes and added color. I still have black pants and jackets. My wardrobe makes me happy. Hate caca brown, beige, grey. I was advised to wear winter colors that are sharp and vibrant.
I pretty much live in black and white. Lately some red or yellow accents. Black is so easy to take care of, and white I can bleach. It’s practical for my life and looks so fresh. ❤️Btw….I have same clear glasses you do. Great taste! 😎
I love black. It’s classic and neutral. However, there are very few women who can wear black (it’s in their color season) and pull it off and look natural. I wish companies would make tops that are black but also have options of navy and brown for those of us who need a different dark neutral.
I love wearing black. When I wear all black i will do a bright lip or a chunky silver choker or bracelet to draw the eye away . Mix it with white or a gray occasionally even animal prints. Not giving up my black no matter what. Like they say once you go black you can't go back lol....
This is a very helpful video. Black clothing is always on sale in each season. I own way too much of it. A good, rich navy is difficult to find. Two colors I love and can never find are eggplant and a dark teal. Both are less harsh. I may start dying my clothes to get what I want.
Regarding wearing black: maybe have your colors done and pick your -near black- dark neutral (dark cool navy and charcoal are mine) makes a lot of difference!
I love your videos. I'm going to Europe on October 15th until November 18th (Italy, Spain, Portugal). I need to travel with a suitcase weighing 10 or 15 kilos and it takes a lot of days. Could you make a video with tips on what to bring, especially clothes? Thanks😊
I live in Sicily. It tends to remain mild in the Mediterranean well into December. You can still swim in the sea. Light layers are the key. Wear jeans, jacket and trainers for travel. Pack one pair of trousers - silk for elegance. One blazer - soft velvet travels well. Silk shirt, cotton T-shirt, light cashmere sweater. One pair of shoes (not sandals). One skirt or dress. Whatever else you may need, you can buy. Please stay away from the silly little backpacks that scream torist. Carry a handbag instead. Or get a nice straw bag cheap from a market here
Frederique …I just loved this video. Great advice. Your hair looks great. Yes I would love to see how you care for your skin on your body . What type of faux tan do you recommend? Also advice on shoes that coordinate with certain cuts of pants Blessings beautiful lady 💃🏻
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Tip for glasses wearers: Select your frames from the sunglasses' frames. They're much more stylish!
love that
I've been doing that for the past few years! They're so much cooler.😎
I've noticed that too 😊
They will let you do that at the optometrist? Awesome idea! 😮
@dutchgirl7947 YES. Been doing this for around 10 years now.
I'm a petite, busty, hourglass. I find that wearing 2 colors (top/bottom) makes me appear shorter. I try to wear similar shades on top and bottom. Not appearing so short is more important to me than looking like the current trend.🤷♀️. I add color to the outfit with luxurious scarves. Even if I'm wearing jeans & a T-shirt, I've usually added a silk, linen, or fine wool scarf. Just love them. 🤩
I’m only 5 ft tall and I wear a lot of monochromatic outfits too.
Great idea about the color scarves!
I don’t follow trends too short lived and not always elegant I don’t wear jeans
Lots of good points! For a bra, I would add that the positioning of the breasts is critical!! By this I mean how far up or down on the chest the breasts sit. The most flattering and youthful is to make sure the bra positions your breasts halfway between your elbow and your shoulder (but no higher or it can look like you're trying too hard to be sexy/youthful). As we age the breasts droop and this of course gives an older appearance. When the breasts are lifted to the correct position it automatically creates a younger appearance.
Thanks for that!
I’m needing new bras and that is definitely info I will use!
If you think you are invisible just get a cute dog and EVERYBODY will stop you on the street to talk to you.
This is true, but at times I feel I am now a 'dog mum' and less interesting than him😂
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Black and a great haircut does it for me.
Yes, but after that comes the plastic bag and having to pick up something disgustingly awful
@ eh small price to pay. It’s pretty clean compared to the diapers I changed when my kids were babies.
I’m 45 and maybe black is making me look older but I don’t really care because I love this colour as my favourite band is Depeche Mode. Love your videos❤
Omg my favorite band was also Depeche Mode. For decades. Since I was a teenager. I’m 52.
@@evarkfMe too, and black just looks best on me.
I agree. I have short blonde hair and fair skin, and black is a good contrast on me, as well as being slimming. My go to look is black top, colored or pattern bottom.
@magalufff 🎵Black Celebration 🎶
@@evarkf Mine too; they write sophisticated pop songs and are so cool, glamorous even.
I’m in my late 60s, don’t really want to look any slimmer, but I love wearing black (yes, even close to my face) *because* it makes my hair look more grey. It’s a striking contrast that makes me love my grey hair! I always add some elements that make the outfit look intentional, not lazy (or “invisible”). I do wear colors, but nothing feels quite as chic as a black outfit.
I love wearing black it makes you always look more elegant.
Mich macht es alt und hart...😮
I love the tans for summer. Black blue and white look great
Navy blue suits me perfectly. Black is harsh on my skin tone
Navy is my black too
@@annalynn9325I love both. Black suits my hair color and skin tone.
Same here. I mostly wear Autumn colors. Navy works well with my color palette.
I love a beautiful midnight navy color. It’s navy with some black in it. It works much better for me than the lighter navy’s.
Same; always seeking out navy. I love black but rarely wear as it as it’s not good on me.
I have added a lot more navy blue and gray to my wardrobe. I think it agrees better with my skin color.
You look like Sophia Loren! Wow!
I will always match my bag and shoe colour. I love 1940s 50s and 60s chic and glamour 🙂
I bet that will come back in style soon.
On the most part, I do as well as enjoy 'the hunt'. 😊
I always did until about 10 years ago but I have crept back into coordination again 😊
A friend recently sent me this quote. “The relationship between me and black clothes is a love story that can’t be explained.”. I’m a 75 year old with white hair, pale skin and blue eyes and I look great in black so it’s what I’m going to wear. Thank you for a wonderful video.
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I've given up wearing black because I have 3 cats and a dog!
@@jeannehunter5344❤. I have lint rollers everywhere 😊❤
@@jeannehunter5344😂😂I know the feeling!
Perfect for your coloring - and looks so smart
Wearing colors that really make my complexion glow is a game changer for me.
Nada Marley, a great stylist I recommend, said, "Be less hesitant about dressing young than dressing old", old clothes age us! I'm 58 and steer well clear of top-to-top classic/ladylike outfits, I always mix and match, e.g. great jeans with a tweed jacket with frayed hems. Even gold buttons look too old and ladylike on me. I invest in quirky unusual scarves - not Hermes-type, they are way too classic and stuffy imo. For example I have a lovely Gucci necktie with a vintage Mickey Mouse design that's very cool and is nothing like what you would buy at Disneyland. It doesn't have to be expensive - I bought simple bandanas for just 99p in all colours, I wear a lot of monochrome/neutrals and adding a little bandana can really brighten up an outfit and make you look current and young(er)
Thank you for showing slim people like me. I am short and petite and recently found out I look well in V neck and Square necked clothing. I was always covering my slim long neck. Sometimes what we think are faults can be disguised by a different type of fashion. I love quality clothing of natural material. Oversized clothing is not flattering to me. I am 74 and still in better shape than my younger friends. Aging gracefully and still a Lady. We can experiment, finding what suits us at every age.
I wish I had a long, slim neck! I love scarves and jackets with biggish collars, but my neck is far too short.
Such an awesome video. I just turned 64 and revamping my colors and style. I refuse to dress OLD. Yes, do a color video 🤗💕
Great idea!!
I’m a designer and my whole wardrobe has always been neutral and lots of black. But with age and going cool blond…navy is a wonderful addition ❤️✨ also…with black or navy, love an open collared shirt or v neck😉✨
Same
The only black I wear now is a black blazer, black tank, and LBD. At 68, I went natural in 2020 from a dark auburn to white hair with silver glints throughout and it's stunning. With pale skin and blue eyes and white hair, black around my face is much too harsh with navy, deep royal blue, charcoal gray, and burgundy being the darkest colors I wear now. My jewelry is now mostly silver or white gold or mixed. It looks like a wardrobe for a completely different person! I love it.
Ditto for me as well! We are probably in cool tones of color because I have olive skin and gray hair w/ a lil black left but wear the same color as you. I look my best in these colors.
Thank you for highlighting the tiny nuances that make us look older than the younger gals. 🌷The old fashion rules don’t work anymore.
Yes please. A video on exfoliating and moisturizing.
@connielemle1579 Advanced Clinicals Retinol firming cream works wonders if you're keen. It makes my body look good. I was surprised (I must say).
It’s super hot here today, wearing white wide leg jeans (wouldn’t be able to wear slim jeans in this heat) with a slim square neck cotton tank, both from Chicos, looks super pulled together, along with a pair of low heeled sandals and a white handbag. The key with wide leg jeans is wearing the more fitted top that isn’t too long!
Sounds great!
I like to pack my jeans away for the summer. There are so many other choices that are cooler in hot weather and I like to give jeans a break as I use them so much most of the year🎉🎉
@@valiaudet3415 love casual dresses in the summer, nice and cool!
I have worn black for decades and trying to bring in some navy, but it's not easy. Black is hard habit to break.
If you love it, and it looks great on you, makes you feel pretty, why not wear it?
@@tamikaleerykerWhen you reach a certain age, what used to look great, doesn't! Black really suited me when I had dark brown hair, light olive skin and darke brown eyes. My hair is now really grey and even my hair and eyes have faded, so the black and jewel tones that once complemented me overwhelm me. However, I still don't look good in pastels. Navy never has and never will look good with my skin tone, although it now looks beautiful against my silver hair. Right now, I look okay in sheer or faded black, denim blue, white but not optic white. It's really something we have to juggle and fashion advice tends to say really untrue things (either that the same colours always suit you or that grey hair and faded colouring just transform a Winter into a Summer - not in my experience). Some people also have warmer skin tones as they age. A lot of us would really appreciate solid advice from someone who has really made a thorough study of ageing beauty and not tossed us off because we were, indeed, invisible.
@Frédérique, yes, black is bad and pastels are worse (for erstwhile brunettes, anyway). Your are also a natural brunette and your new hair colour is fabulous and makes you look really young! I would love an in-depth video on colours for women in their 50s, 60s and 70s. Some of us had it all figured out, only for everything to change! Au secours, ma belle !
@@tamikaleerykerit's that things that looked good on us when we were younger w/ stronger eyebrows, fuller lips, fewer wrinkles, more full hair etc, don't complement us in the same way as we age.
Some designers do a more sophisticated navy than others - sometimes called “midnight” which can be so flattering (sadly, usually the more expensive designers).
@@sarahterry2140 I've noticed that! I do have a few "midnight" pieces now. The earlier navys were so random and never came close to matching.
I love your new look and all the accessories. The hewelry and glasses. And earrings and nails. Perfect!!
Thank you so much!!
I’ve been following this lady since the beginning and let me tell you she looks better now than few years back. So she is definitely doing something right ❤
Vids have come a long way in the last three years. Better lighting, cameras, sound, etc. Don’t feel bad about yourself in comparison. It could be all of these things for her.
My goodness, you have the best suggestions!
You mentioned hats, please do a video on types of hats and how to wear them.
I love to see a woman in a hat.
Thank you for sharing with us.
Yes, I would love a video on hats, too! Actually, I finally had the Courage and started wearing Fedoras and other hats last year, and they earn me compliments (by women!) regularly. So, ladies who consider wearing hats: please be bold and do so! It’s fun, and with the right hat you will feel like the queen you are ;)
@@simonew949 I know, even a hat makes jeans look elevated.
Let's go ladies, make an old trend new again ❤️
As a lover of black I find it’s now too harsh & am moving over to the blue palette. When I do wear black, I wear my red glasses & do a finger dab of red lipstick. 💋
I find black and red very harsh, even harsher than black and white, neither are for me
Hi Frederique, as a 5 ft 62 year old with a full bust I love wearing black. I feel like colours overwhelm me and make me look even shorter (I tend to wear dresses for the same reason). I’m pale (which I love) with ashen blonde hair so I feel I can get away with it as long as I wear blush and lipstick. Having said that I also enjoy wearing navy, which as I age more I’ll probably try to head towards. I think it’s a little kinder and softer . Anyway thanks… you always look amazing and are such an inspiration!❤
I'm 73 and love all your tips and am pleased to see I use many of them but learned many useful new ones! I've never enjoyed wearing black and now that my hair is grey I find a deeper charcoal grey is lovely with winter whites. I've always dressed in subtle thin layers with simple textures and small prints or stripes. I love colour as well but in muted tones that go with the greys, like greens or blues - not pastels. Muted corals have been a nice addition this past summer. I love your videos!
I love how fun and knowledgeable you are! Thank you for all of this helpful information on style for us older gals!
I'm 70 and I agree with a lot of your advise!
I always look forward to watching your videos, you are such a breath of fresh air 🙂
Oh thank you!
I love black and it is still making me look slimmer and more sexy and I'm way over 45:) I only add one other accent colour , it might be a blue or red scarf, or natural learher sandals , but all the rest is black. and gold jewllery. Gold looks brilliant with black. I am also doing navy , it's a great colour , so elegant.
I love black! I know it might older me but I can't stop wear it. Amazing video Frederique
I'm a gray-haired 52 y.o. woman. I sometimes wear Black (it's só elegant) but never too close to my face. I find pearls beautiful acessories, they fit perfecrly to black. And, finally, delicate make-up and Red lipstick. Sorry for my not-so-perfect English, I'm from Brazil.
Great video !!! Merci Frédérique ❤
Hi Fredrique I’m 64, I grew out my dyed hair so I’m now 💯 my natural silver colour. Also I’ve recently lost 29 kilos (approx 64 pounds) I was a plus size 16-18 and I’m now a regular size 8-10. I’m currently curating a whole new wardrobe. I love all black, linen, cotton, and I don’t mind rayon coz it’s soft. Pre-weight loss I wore oversized clothes but now I want to wear more tailored clothes. I’m binging your videos to get ideas.
congrats on your weight loss, you must feel so much better xx
Well done how did you lose the weight?
I love wearing black in the fall and winter, even though it is not in my spring color palette. My favorite ways to wear black are black lace tops, dresses, and skirts. Or black and white houndstooth skirts. Adding a pop of red somewhere, like red shoes, red nails, etc also helps brighten up a black outfit.
Black around my face definitely doesn't do me any favours now but I still love it. I already do as you advised and have black jeans, shoes and bag that satisfies my passion for black. Thank you for sharing these great tips.
Wear what looks good on you instead of following trends. I have always liked a more classic style & at 60, it hasn't failed me yet.
@JustM2024 • Same here! 😅
Love your new hair! Looks great!
Thank you so much 😀
Great video with so many useful tips...again!!! Thank you!!!
You are so welcome!
Wonderful advice! Spot on with your observations! Appreciate the honesty!❤
You are so welcome❤
Thoroughly enjoyed this. We are all going to look fabulous. 😀
Yes we do
Very good and beautiful advise👍
Love love love your beautiful personality!!! ❤
I am a neutral girl for sure. One of the best pieces of advice i got from you was to buy linen shirts. I have a couple and I love them so much. My skin feels so cool as soon as I put it on. Thank you so much.❤❤❤
Thanks for sharing!!
I've transitioned to navy blue over the last ten years - I have black trousers/shoes/bags, but I find that navy is just better for me at my age. I also wear a lot of beige as I have a sallow skin tone and it warms me up.
I love wearing black it suites my figure well as a slim pear shape ❤ also navy blue is a great color! I do wear black cashmere sweaters with my leopard midi skirt looks cute paired with black kitten heels or knee high books in the fall! Thank you for your observation and tips ❤❤
I chose ivory as my neutral. I live in south Florida and don't care for the look of too much black in the wardrobe. I do have a few pieces, but I have way more winter white or even brown as my neutrals.
I so enjoyed your video…such wonder tips. I’m looking forward to your color video!
I stopped wearing black years ago, I prefer navy. Works better for me. I obviously have a few black items but prefer navy if I want to wear dark colours. In general I prefer colours.
I may not have a lot of clothes; but I Do sure have exceptional pieces that stands out and
always in style. I do believe you should purchase fresh white blouses every summer to compliment your summer wardrobe. 💃🏻
Thanks for sharing!!
Clothes last for years especially if they are only worn in a season. I cannot imagine myself buying new things every year. Well, unless I was wealthy and wasteful.
Wonderful helpful ideas Frederiquexxxthank you❤
You are so welcome!
Being invisible is a superpower. We see you although you don’t see us. It gives one a whole new relationship to the world. I relish it.
I love your glasses !!! They look beautiful on you !!!
Oh thank you!
I love wearing black. I am a winter type and I look good without thinking about it. Freshen it up with some big silver ring (stud) and off I go. Or some fancy shoes.
I'm turning to navy more and more!
I agree with you: absolutely no matching jewelry sets! But to call it a fashion faux pas to match the color of your shoes and handbag or maybe your belt sounds rather harsh.
The opposite: it's not really stylish to mix accessories in different colors. It looks like you simple take something out of you closet without any consideration and then call it "casual"...If matching colors means old-fashioned and old-aged - so be it! I call it harmony.
Thank you for talking about the style of glasses! 🙏
Really helpful and fun presentation! loved all the tips on glasses and accessories-thank you! love suexxx
Great video...again. Thanks. Agree about older people not wearing top to toe pastels or black. I do wear a black cashmere twinset in winter, but always wear a silk scarf (in the same colour as my skirt/trousers) in a brighter colour.
Great video! Thank you!
Thank you for a very giving tutorial. I am 44 and I feel more me, attractive and happier now. I instinctively started to incorporate some of your advice.
Seamless undergarments are the best, they can be worn by all of us and give our clothing smooth lines. Thank you for mentioning sunscreen. The sun damage we accumulated when we sunbathed in our teens, twenties show up in our 70s or earlier. I know my days in the sun caused damage. We didn't know better in the 1960s. Please do a video on skin care.
Black is my favorite. Many have told me I look very nice in black. I also like white. Next is a baby pink. Navy blue is another favorite. Camel doesn't work as well next to my face, but I love camel purses, belts, and shoes! Grey is my favorite for winter coats. Dark grey to lighter grey, short to long trench coats. All fabulous. Pastels work well on me because of my hair and eye color. But I also like the jewel colors for winter like ruby or burgundy red, emerald green, sapphire blue.
Love your hair this way and the large glasses. Yes, You look younger!
A video on body care would be appreciated we are going into winter in Australia and it seems my skin has turned flaky overnight. I dry brush 2-3 times a week but have read that this isn’t something to do too regular as it damages the skin. I was wondering about a glycolic acid face scrub/cleanser on my arms and legs ?
At the moment I use a home mix of lanolin and castor oil to moisturise and occasionally an oil like jojoba or baby oil
I am in my 60’s with fair skin
I started using glycolic acid every night and it has really helped - especially with my chapped lips!
I love your fashion advice … and yes to the body exfoliating and moisturising ❤❤
Great points. I am doing good, and lately even getting better. Sometimes, when we have still great bodies, we get kind of little bit stuck…. Well I can still wear cropped tops, more body skimming dress, but I got to realization, that I don’t want that anymore… I prefer style, interesting more artistic details, uniqueness, fashion.. I still wear some black. All my LBD not going anywhere 🤪😜 lol but I do wear with minimum makeup, especially complexion products, and glowy skin bronzed or pink blush. Brightening complexion and eyes , smokey eye, or bright lipstick red or coral,… it depends of season. Also gold accessories, or some peal jewelry or choker… and since I am blond , it’s already helps as well… Have a blessed day 🙏❤️
I'm very happy for this video.
I love your lipstick and glasss. You look amazing. Can you tell me the brand and color of lipstick and brand of glasses? Thanks so much
check on my amazon or shopwithfreddie.com thx
Thanks. Is it the vegan lip balm? I dont see any lipsticks.
I'm 44, but I look fantastic in black and other dark shades. It's important to wear colors that complement our undertone; otherwise, we risk looking washed out.
What about ladies with gray or white hair? Do you have advice or recommendations for colors in clothing and makeup? Best hairstyles? Thank you for your video.♥️
Great suggestion!
Yes, I would love a video dealing with grey/white hair... mine is white, I'm 61, petite, and used to be a winter. Bright colours make me fade away, so trying to figure out what works with my paler skin, white hair, and lighter eyes (even my eyes have one from darker green to a grey-blue colour). I've pitched a lot of clothes that were too big or bright, and am slowly building back up on a very tight budget. And I live in a small village in Brittany, so little access to real shopping! Thanks for this suggestion, and to Frederique for all the videos!
Love wearing black and white when I wear black l make sure l put on my makeup which makes a big difference ❤
I love black! I am over 45 and I always feel like black is a classic color, well that and navy.Black appears cleaner even if it's not. Plus I have an outdoor lifestyle so its really great as a transitional color from outside to having to go to an office for example. Plus I enjoy being in the " background", or unnoticed. however if I feel daring I can always add a pop of color. Black always makes me feel the most confident.
I love black! I feel secure, safe and confidant wearing black!! nice i found you and your channel!
Great video! Would love to see you do a video showing us around Bali
I do on my Instagram everyday @msfrederique
I mostly buy my clothes secondhand. But if I do buy new I buy from Muji. Affordable, classically beautiful, and hold up well. Grey is my go-to colour; prussian blue grey, taupe grey, varying shades of grey green, silver grey, etc.
I once saw a film with a very famous 'older' French actress (sorry, can't remember names) BUT, she wore a lot of black and then sometimes cream and the difference was astonishing. She looked utterly beautiful in cream and ghastly in black.
Love your journey Frederique! I dived in to some older videos and loved all of them!! I was watching one, where you told who made the gorgeous large frames you wear. Can you please tell me who makes them? Thanks so much!!
Oscar Wylee!!! It was this one:)!!!!
Yes
I always enjoy your videos, no matter what the topic, so thank you! Have you ever considered covering more about where you live, without getting too personal. What is it like living in Bali? Local cuisine, shopping, going out, diving, etc. Of course you have to keep part of your life to yourself, but I think expat life is interesting. I'm an expat myself, and people are often curious about my perspective on the countries I live in. Just an idea. :-). But as I say, I thoroughly enjoy all the topics you cover in your videos. Merci!
I know nothing about Bali so would love to see why people like it. Even going to a restaurant or market to see the food would be fine.
I made a video about my life in Bali and didn’t do well plus TH-cam push only my videos about styling - follow me on Instagram I post daily story about my life @msfrederique
Love your content. You are reporting fashion fixes that feel correct for big cities NY, Paris, London and not just the suburbs. Thank you! I’m following! (BTW - this is Lance’s mom, not my teenage son who owns this account)
You make a great point about black around the face. In your examples, it shows how people look like they are a floating head! I never recognized that before
30 years ago a woke up to go to work and all I had was black clothes. Depressing. That day forward I got rid of my black clothes and added color. I still have black pants and jackets. My wardrobe makes me happy. Hate caca brown, beige, grey. I was advised to wear winter colors that are sharp and vibrant.
I enjoyed that so much, really good observations ☘️👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks for the Vivaia shoe suggestions! I just ordered my third pair!
Have fun!
I pretty much live in black and white. Lately some red or yellow accents. Black is so easy to take care of, and white I can bleach. It’s practical for my life and looks so fresh. ❤️Btw….I have same clear glasses you do. Great taste! 😎
I do the same . I feel so elegant 😊
I’m a big fan of your haircut. You are amazing ❤
I love black. It’s classic and neutral. However, there are very few women who can wear black (it’s in their color season) and pull it off and look natural. I wish companies would make tops that are black but also have options of navy and brown for those of us who need a different dark neutral.
What a wonderful helpful video, thanks for so many tips ❤
You are so welcome!
Your video is perfect about black color. I feel very old in black clothes. I am 61.
I love wearing black. When I wear all black i will do a bright lip or a chunky silver choker or bracelet to draw the eye away . Mix it with white or a gray occasionally even animal prints. Not giving up my black no matter what. Like they say once you go black you can't go back lol....
This is a very helpful video. Black clothing is always on sale in each season. I own way too much of it. A good, rich navy is difficult to find. Two colors I love and can never find are eggplant and a dark teal. Both are less harsh. I may start dying my clothes to get what I want.
Regarding wearing black: maybe have your colors done and pick your -near black- dark neutral (dark cool navy and charcoal are mine) makes a lot of difference!
I love your videos. I'm going to Europe on October 15th until November 18th (Italy, Spain, Portugal). I need to travel with a suitcase weighing 10 or 15 kilos and it takes a lot of days. Could you make a video with tips on what to bring, especially clothes? Thanks😊
I live in Sicily. It tends to remain mild in the Mediterranean well into December. You can still swim in the sea. Light layers are the key. Wear jeans, jacket and trainers for travel. Pack one pair of trousers - silk for elegance. One blazer - soft velvet travels well. Silk shirt, cotton T-shirt, light cashmere sweater. One pair of shoes (not sandals). One skirt or dress. Whatever else you may need, you can buy. Please stay away from the silly little backpacks that scream torist. Carry a handbag instead. Or get a nice straw bag cheap from a market here
@@mariecurie7491Oh, perfect comment🎉🎉🎉, it will help me a lot! Thank you very much for the tips. A hug from Brazil.
I love these videos! And the audio is so goo these days thank you so much!
Glad you like them!
Frederique …I just loved this video. Great advice. Your hair looks great. Yes I would love to see how you care for your skin on your body . What type of faux tan do you recommend? Also advice on shoes that coordinate with certain cuts of pants Blessings beautiful lady 💃🏻
Noted!
Thank you! Love waotching your videos!
So glad!
What brand are those seamless undies? I wasn't able to find in your notes.