2019 spring style is shaping up to be a lot of fun!  Of course as more mature fashionistas over 40, we’re not as quick to jump on any and every trend going by, but it is fun to incorporate trends into our daily style! I’m a big proponent of curating a wardrobe with modern basics and then spicing up our looks with some new trends!  Adding trends can be a great way to update your look, a way to stay revenant and in-the-know.  Here are some of the best (and worst) trends and style tips for how to wear them in our middle years.

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Mixed Prints

Speaking of mixing prints, the mixed print trend is still going strong.  Feeling a little sheepish about giving this trend a spin?  Keep the prints in similar tones so that they are harmonious together.  Also many dresses and tops are being created with mixed prints, so in that case the print mixing is all done for you!

Photo courtesy of Son Jung Wan, from runway SS 2019.

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Have you been just waiting for the return for groovy 70’s inspired crochet?  Get those knitting needles ready and make your own.  My only caution is don’t go head to toe crochet! And keep your pieces new or carefully choosen vintage style.  You don’t want to look like you just dragged out a bunch of old stuff from the back of your closet.  Hey, you can do that.  But you just don’t want to look like that’s what you did!  And hey, while you’re rummaging around in the back of the closet, go ahead and pull out your tie-dye too. It’s also having a moment!

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A Few Trends I Won’t Be Wearing

Mini Skirts

Hemlines are rising!  And I’m not thrilled.  My thighs haven’t been out in public in a decade. But I would never tell a women she shouldn’t wear a trend, so if you have great legs, go for it. But I will say this, most of us would rather cover up our legs at this point in our lives.  If you want to try mini, may I suggest wearing tights with it so you feel a little more covered up. Plus tights tend to work a bit like a gentle girdle and pull everything in! Another idea, a pencil skirt that stops just a bit above the knees looks classic, chic, and shows off some great gams!

Bike Shorts

Yes, you read that right … bike shorts are back!  And I for one will not be touching them!  I can’t think of anything more unflattering on me.  I’d never tell anyone not to try a trend, after all fashion should be fun!  But I will say tread carefully here.  I think it takes amazing legs and amazing style to pull off these hard to wear shorts.

The one thing that you can never fail to wear is your confidence.  No matter what style advice anyone gives you, you should always be true to yourself and what you feel your very best in. Play and experiment … and stay true to your own sense of style!