Tim Gunn, best known as the style Godfather on Project Runway, has worked with MORE readers to solve fashion conundrums. We love all of Gunn’s great advice but here are his tips on how NOT to look old.
Along with his Runway gig, Gunn is also the chief creative officer of Liz Claiborne and the author of two books. His latest incarnation? He’s partnering with Weight Watchers to give style advice to clients who are in the process of sizing down.
Get out of a rut. You have to keep updating your look. If you’re still wearing big, boxy blazers, you’re aging yourself. Try a shrunken, cropped version.
Be mindful of hemlines. Too long and you’ll look dowdy, too short and you’ll look silly. The ideal length that’s most flattering on the majority of women is at or just below the knee cap.
Try night for day. Little touches of embellishment and sheen look very on-trend when worn during the day. You may not want to do these pieces in sheer fabrics, but anything else will look great.
Change your jewelry and accessories from day to day. Great style is often made or lost with accessories, and a very of-the-moment way to enjoy fashion. One, big statement piece is always a fashion show stopper.
Size down your bag. Only old ladies carry everything around in a big canvas tote. Get yourself something small and chic, and if you need to carry extra stuff on occasion, use an additional black or brown tote to do the carrying.