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The glorious 50s

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Buying jeans for your age and shape can be a dizzying experience. The Weekly's fashion team have road-tested the best styles to help you find the perfect pair despite your age and budget.

What suits your shape in your 50s?

"I’ve found the best jeans are American because they have such a variety and are cut to the female shape." Best-selling author Di Morrissey, 59.

Tips for buying jeans for your 50s

Concentrate on your silhouette and dress to impress. A silk wrap blouse will take you from drinks to dinner in style and, for the weekend, opt for more casual flats and a tailored shirt.

DO

  • Wear high-rise, straight-cut jeans. This contemporary style creates a lean silhouette and will make your legs look longer.
  • Pay attention to pockets — they can either reduce the size of your bottom or exaggerate it. The ideal pocket should occupy the entire space from about 5cm below the belt loops to the edge of your bottom. Pockets with a slight angle will create a visual lift.

DON'T

  • Wear embroidered jeans or faded washes.
  • Do double denim. Unless you're a cowboy, wear the jeans or the jacket — not both.

Your say: What are you favourite jeans for your 50s? Tell us below...


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