Can you dress too young for your age?

[Elliebobhobnob]

Can you dress too young for your age, and if so how would you define dressing too young?

It could be a man or woman.

I'm interested to know how someone would describe a person dressing too young.

The difference between this and a lot of the other posts is that you have made your own decision that you no longer feel comfortable and confident In Your clothes of choice.

Whereas a lot of the other posts here involve younger women telling older women they don’t have the right to feel comfortable and confident in their clothes of choice.

Obviously people can wear whatever they want, but I do think that - for myself at least - styles and fabrics that I could wear when I was 20 would look ridiculous on me now (50). I'd feel very silly in tiny body con dresses, strappy tops and low rise jeans.

I also think that as I've grown older I've generally wanted to wear better cut, more structured clothing in good quality fabrics. I can certainly afford much better quality clothes now. And a tiny stretchy mini dress wouldn't be terribly forgiving on my 50 year old self, even though my size has remained fairly consistent.

I'll still wear an above the knee skirt (with tights) and I'm 72.

Sounds like some people are incredibly restrictive with their wardrobe choices to me. Surely if you love wearing something at 20 you are still allowed to love it at 50?

To me dressing too young would translate as dressing like a toddler or child, anything else is fair game IMO!
Personally in my 20s I took zero care of myself and was clinically obese and looked terrible, I finally have the figure I've always wanted now in my 50s and i plan on making the most of it! 😀

I’m not a young person, I’m 69.

Of course a person can wear whatever they like but that doesn’t mean they look good in what they’re wearing.

The OP asked whether you can dress too young for your age… in my opinion they can. I used that woman as an example because she really did look ridiculous… her choice but that doesn’t alter my opinion of it.

Some remain true, such as the mutton one and 'just because you can, doesn't mean you shoul'!

Wow. And you’re STILL judging other women for something that doesn’t remotely impact you?

why?

Why? See the title of the thread.

I am joining in the discussion. I am entitled to my opinion. People have differing opinions on everything in life. You don’t seem to think that’s the case.

One day we'll be cold and dead in the ground.
Wear whatever the fuck you like! It really doesn't matter 🖤

I didn’t say you had to stop. I just can’t understand why any woman wouldn’t reach a point in her life where she doesn’t have the lightbulb moment that all the Cosmoplitan magazine messages around what you “should” wear are all created by a fashion industry who design it in a way to make you feel inadequate if you dont fit some weird societal norm, just so you spend more on clothes.

As long as woman is comfortable and feel confident in what they’re wearing and aren’t wearing anything illegal then maybe just let them be..?

In my humble opinion, dressing too young involves wearing clothes that do not work with your body shape. I.e wearing a mini skirt or hotpants when your legs have more cellulite than muscle. Although I'm not gonna tell you that you look like shit because you do you.
I have no idea whether I dress to young for my age, nor do I care. I mostly wear bright coloured leggings (currently wearing ones with cats on), long t shirts with jumpers if cold and a maroon newsboy hat and poncho if out and about.
If I'm mutton dressed as lamb I care not.

Absolutely. Such a shame to suck all the joy out of the harmless pleasure of women wearing clothes they like, by imposing all these rules and judgements.

Yes

@Tiredalwaystired

You seem to have theories which just don’t stack up. You can’t assume that people are going to consider a situation and come to the same conclusion as you. Everyone’s opinions are different… unless you have a totally hive mind.

The OP asked a simple question. I gave my opinion on the topic which you don’t agree with. That’s fine.

There are very few people who in their middle age look good in the type of clothes that they wore in their early 20s. Styles have moved on and their bodies have changed.

However, I do believe that people should wear whatever they want to wear - wear it confidently and this is usually enough.

People will always judge others, if this bothers you, maybe get advice from a friend who you feel dresses well and ask for pointers

This was the best post on this thread:

@Disturbia81

"One day we'll be cold and dead in the ground.
Wear whatever the fuck you like! It really doesn't matter 🖤"

It is utterly and unarguably true.

People need to do what they need, dress how suits them and sod everyone else.

Likewise, if you judge someone, you are wasting valuable moments of your life you will never get back.

I duno the neighbour was complaining about a “40 something year old” out trick or treating with her arse hanging her shorts as if she was a teenager.

So I guess they certainly believe so. I also wouldn’t go out with my arse hanging out and I’m in my 30’s. Think that’s very much a teen or influencer gym bunny thing.

Ditto. Pretty much wear this too plus bikers jackets and boots with either jeans or a dress. I know I don't look anywhere near my age - however I wouldn't suddenly change my style even if I did.

Are you joking? My DH is nearing 48, still wears hoodies and/or shirt jackets and a T-shirt under, with jeans or chinos. He's in good shape and still looks great.

Thank you, maybe I don't? I'm post grad educated and a clinician/tutor who knows she's a good person. I wear what I feel good in.

You may think that about me if you caught me at an event but if you take the time to speak to people maybe you'll find you judged them a little incorrectly.

I will add, I'd never dress to teach, or whenever it was totally inappropriate, in the sort of attire I described. I know how to behave. But on my down time yes, I'll wear what I bliddy well want.🙂

I've never cared for trends if I'm honest. Assuming this is aimed at me. However I have been told I dress too young more than several times both online and in person.

I feel that this thread needs some Baddie Winkle in it. 😉

Because who wants to have an interesting discussion about the question in the OP when you can just abuse someone and shut them down

Disagree with this!

There is a “gran” at my DDs school, her hair is an amazing vibrant pink or red colour, she looks fab, it suits her. I can’t imagine any natural colour making her look any younger.

I spent many years changing my hair colour, but anyone who has known me in the last 15-20 years only knows a very plain natural hair colour and boring styles on me as first I wasn’t allowed bold colours in work then I had children and my hair wasn’t a priority. I added a bit of pink a couple of years ago but wasn’t overly keen because I no longer go out much and style my hair, it spends most of its time in a ponytail or bun.

I actually envy women who go full on with their hair colours. But I do think there is a line with clothing styles were there are some clothes only suited for the young.