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To be honest I really don't like how my age group mostly dresses. I buy My clothes at Target and the clothes can be worn by any  age. I wear either skinny jeans or knee high casual dresses. I live in a downtown area that's upper middle class to wealthy and for one thing I can't afford the clothes the women my age wear, but I prefer a lot younger style. Maybe I've been inhibited for so long that my style is younger. I don't dress like a teen , but I wear dresses that someone in their 20's would wear.

I definitely do not dress for my age group. It's just not my style. I dress more for myself.

I like to dress in casual clothing the thought of me in a dress terrifies me lol, my wife says im a tom boy!

~Shan~

I've always loved dresses.

Quote from: stephaniec on December 14, 2015, 02:13:37 PM
I've always loved dresses.

I second that!

My fashion sense is like a popstar. On my off days I lounge around in conmfy loose clothing, sweatpants/whatever. Cheetos at hand.

Then I dress up to a high end look on days I actually care...

I guess I dress like a 28-35 year old...

I've seen woman my age wear the clothes I wear ,but there is definitely a style at my age bracket  that I refuse to wear.

QuoteDo you dress acording to your age group

Hell, no.

If there is any peer pressure, it is sure to be coming from my direction.

You could dress like this in your mid 80s

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Thats Mamie Van Doren (recent picture). Born in 1931

Or

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I dress like an old lady, trans boy or something inappropriate? for my age (47).
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Quote from: OOAnne on December 14, 2015, 02:59:25 PM
I dress like an old lady, trans boy or something very inappropriate for my age (47).
See what freedoms
does to a person!

It suits you well :)


hugs

ditto

 For work I dress age appropriately and in a manner deemed suitable for my profession.  When on my own time I am more comfortable and stylish but still very conscious as to what is proper for a woman my age.  This reflects who I am and how I want to be seen in the community and society in general.

I am fortunate to have a lot of personal freedom at this place in my life and I am not giving it up.  When I first came out I was overwhelmed by how often people ragged on my clothing choices.... who needs fahionestas! or the fashion police?  I wear what i want and that includes miniskirts, skorts and going braless.  It may be that I am still in the thrall of transition and my second puberty but I like how I look and feel for me for now.

If others want to blend in and follow the dictates of others, have at it.  I have been told that i dress in steam punk style whatever that is.??

I do go to formal events and meetings with reasonably familiar business attire especially if I am representing my District or College. 

Quote from: Girl Beyond Doubt on December 14, 2015, 02:33:06 PM
Hell, no.

lol as soon as I read the title I said "hell no", then I was ready to post it and you beat me to it.... awesome  ;D

I prefer to dress slutty, but I have some more age appropriate stuff thats only half my age, rather than one fourth

Im still finding my style, but gravitate back to kinda slutty stuff.... did I say slutty?

Quote from: Tessa James on December 14, 2015, 03:28:11 PM

If others want to blend in and follow the dictates of others, have at it.  I have been told that i dress in steam punk style whatever that is.??

Generally, steam punk is Victorian with adornments. It's a very attractive look. I very much like the look.

I guess I'm the odd one :)  yes I do. I'm in my early 30's and I always observe what women of my age wears. I prefer to blend in than to stick out.

Quote...and you beat me to it.... awesome

I know the feeling, happens to me all the time  >:(  ;)

I am here to have fun, not to abide by the fears of the defeated conformists.

I have a boundary line. I won't wear mini skits or too short of skirts nor do I do too high of heels even though I couldn't even if I wanted to because my knees are shot.

"Age appropriate" is not in my vocabulary. LOL

I look pretty cute in a short skirt.  I'd hate to get up the nerve to dress in public only to be told that it isn't age-appropriate.

Quote from: KathyLauren on December 14, 2015, 04:26:53 PM
I look pretty cute in a short skirt.  I'd hate to get up the nerve to dress in public only to be told that it isn't age-appropriate.

I wouldn't worry about it until you hit 64 where I'm at, but if you look good go for it.

I dont even dress sometimes but in high heels and perfume. Maybe a diamond necklace if its cold outside!


Mod edit- picture that was a bit to sexual for the site TOS 4

I'm late twenties and I dress in what makes me comfortable and happy. I've been told my fashion sense a bit on the gothic side, and there are a load of garments I want to get from Kate's Clothing and this awesome punk shop in Nottingham. But I mostly stick to rather basic clothing combinations - leggings/tunics, shirt/jeans or skirt.

Quote from: Wild Flower on December 14, 2015, 04:33:17 PM
I dont even dress sometimes but in high heels and perfume. Maybe a diamond necklace if its cold outside!

like button :o

Nope. When I start looking my age I might think about it.  8)

Hugs, Devlyn

I always where the same fur coat 🐱

My skirts are to short and my tops a bit tight compared to other girls my age...do I care?
Not much ;)

im probably the opposite case as everyone in this thread. im 17 and i dress like a grandmother.
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Quote from: topit on December 14, 2015, 05:40:01 PM
im probably the opposite case as everyone in this thread. im 17 and i dress like a grandmother.
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The style is sweet...


hugs

Quote from: topit on December 14, 2015, 05:40:01 PM
im probably the opposite case as everyone in this thread. im 17 and i dress like a grandmother.

I like it. It looks cute! When you say Grandma... I think frumpy, and that's far from it.

Quote from: stephaniec on December 14, 2015, 04:30:24 PM
I wouldn't worry about it until you hit 64 where I'm at, but if you look good go for it.

Uh-oh!  Only three years left.    :o

Quote from: topit on December 14, 2015, 05:40:01 PM
im probably the opposite case as everyone in this thread. im 17 and i dress like a grandmother.
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Very classy look!

I don't really care. When it's cold I wear sweats. I am not a fashionista.

Quote from: topit on December 14, 2015, 05:40:01 PM
im probably the opposite case as everyone in this thread. im 17 and i dress like a grandmother.
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I think it looks nice on you.  :)



I am 23.  Usually, I wear sweat pants and a polo shirt, but if I had the funds, I would go for a more conservative look....suspenders, black pants, white sleeved shirt....heavy flannel....olive garb shirts, etc. stuff like that.

I turn 31 at the end of this month  ;D My favorite brand is Free People, but I can't even afford a pair knickers from them. So I try and emulate their look with cheaper brands and I'll add something that pays homage to the current fashion trend E.g at the moment Alice bands and lots of metallic adornments. I do dress a bit more alternative some days and I do have some ridiculously short skirts/mini dresses in my arsenal :) Ooooh I shop at Kates Clothing too Kimberley, I adore her reverse auction sales.

Here is me last Halloween. First time I've ever dressed up, I had so much fun! But in answer to the OP's question, sometimes  :angel: >:-) 

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Not always but I always get "clocked" as being younger anyway

This is a good place to repeat a quote that used to be my signature line here: "Dress your personality not your age." It's from a Hollywood fashion consultant named Ginger Burr. I never think much about age in dressing or choosing a hairstyle, but I do try to dress to suit the occasion and situation.

I am in my mid 20's and I think I blend in with women my age.. i do like the sexy look.. and I love to wear dresses.

Quote from: Moomin on December 15, 2015, 05:38:33 AM
I turn 31 at the end of this month  ;D My favorite brand is Free People, but I can't even afford a pair knickers from them. So I try and emulate their look with cheaper brands and I'll add something that pays homage to the current fashion trend E.g at the moment Alice bands and lots of metallic adornments. I do dress a bit more alternative some days and I do have some ridiculously short skirts/mini dresses in my arsenal :) Ooooh I shop at Kates Clothing too Kimberley, I adore her reverse auction sales.

Here is me last Halloween. First time I've ever dressed up, I had so much fun! But in answer to the OP's question, sometimes  :angel: >:-) 

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Youre super pretty. Youll pass without any issues.

No heels for me either.  Wish I could, but back surgeries and the fear of falling rules.  Have only been full time since May so I'm building my wardrobe a little at a time.  Living on the TX Gulf Coast defines a lot of what I wear and being retired helps a lot. No miniskirts for me either.  With a large upper body and legs that look like toothpicks I'd look pretty ridiculous.  Did "hotpants" in the 70's with platform shoes, but those days are gone.  No tomboy looks for me though, I like to look femme!
Hugz! 

I wear what women of any age might wear. Teens are a bit more esoteric but I do wear some junior fashions. I typically go for solid pastels and minimal jewelry. I do wear wedges from time to time with long skirts. Mostly I put on jeans or slacks with a cotton top. I'm pretty boring but I refuse to be a tom boy anymore.

Quote from: Lyric on December 15, 2015, 08:39:19 AM
This is a good place to repeat a quote that used to be my signature line here: "Dress your personality not your age." It's from a Hollywood fashion consultant named Ginger Burr. I never think much about age in dressing or choosing a hairstyle, but I do try to dress to suit the occasion and situation.

Exactly.

I dress like a techie millenial a lot of times. Sometimes I just dress casual, jeans and t shirt.

For formal events I dress like I did in my avatar (simple dress, uncomplicated necklace, simple flat shoes or pumps).

There is such a variety in what women my age wear, that dressing for my age is a fairly low bar to attain. Having said that though, I dress fairly "urban woman" (nice shirt/top, jeans, boots, handbag) every day. A few days a month i wear a skirt or a dress.

I love jackets and not a whole lot of women in Houston do.  So I don't know.

I like to dress well and as much as I'd love the mini skirts, halter tops and 5" stiletto heels and leopard prints, it just doesn't look good on me.

I dress in stylish outfits that are closer to my age category but nothing that would get me on Jerry Springer! However, to each their own look and to Hell with the fashion police!

Love,
Clare

Quote from: Harley Quinn on December 14, 2015, 06:20:40 PM
I like it. It looks cute! When you say Grandma... I think frumpy, and that's far from it.

haha its literally my grandmothers dress tho which is why i say it!! i live for ugly old clothes. altho when i first came out it  was mostly grandmother clothes but now i ID as agender so im aiming for more of a "early 1910s working class peasant" aesthetic u feel

The one good thing about being "of a certain age" is that the sexuality component is much less.  Knee length plain skirts, usually jean, with little detailing.  Mary janes of good quality. Hey, my feet hurt from heels.  But I LOVE detailed blouses.  Anything embroidered, detailed, and/or subtly expressing of femininity.  Think "ladies who lunch."  I have always collected fabric antiques like quilts and beaded purses.  While we could never afford my tastes in new items, my wife spends weekends haunting the better 2nd hand places and boutiques.  I sometimes wear crisp, structured plain tops and sport one of my vintage sparkly costume pins, the only "sparkly" stuff I will wear.

I dress, day to day, like your well meaning but slightly naïve single friend - you know, the nice girl who can be a little bad. Just jeans or jeggings, plain top and cardie. If I want to formal up a  bit then I'll put on a jacket and dressier top. For glam it's all about black trousers, nice tops and heels. Or dresses!! I've got quite a few from demure daytime tunic tops to swishier and floatier things for the nights.

And I don't dress like your single friend. I am your single friend  ;) which is why it sort of goes together.

I'm in my 30's but I look 25 and I dress like teeny boppers of 16-18 years old  :D