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The BIGGEST Jean MISTAKES Women Over 50 Make And What to Wear Instead 720p 25fps
Jul 14, 2025
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Let's be honest, jeans can be tricky at
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any age. But once we hit 50 and beyond,
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it becomes even more confusing.
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Suddenly, the jeans we used to love
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don't fit the same way. The trendy
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styles in stores feel like they're made
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for teenagers. And if you've ever stood
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in a fitting room feeling frustrated,
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wondering if jeans are even worth it
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anymore. I get it. But here's the truth.
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You don't need to give up on jeans. You
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just need to choose the right jeans and
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know how to style them in a way that
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feels elegant, sophisticated, and true
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to you. Today, I'm breaking down the
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most common mistakes I see women over 50
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making with jeans and exactly what to
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wear instead to look modern, flattering,
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and completely put together. Let's dive
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into the first one. One, avoid low-rise
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jeans. Low-rise jeans were everywhere in
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the early 2000s. And if you wore them
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back then, you probably remember
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constantly tugging at the waistband,
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trying to keep them from sliding down or
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worse, exposing more than you meant to.
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And now they're slowly creeping back
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into fashion. But just because they're
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in style again, doesn't mean they're
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right for you, especially over 50.
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Here's why. Low-rise jeans hit right at
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the hip, often the widest part of our
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midsection. And for most women, that
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creates a very unflattering silhouette.
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It draws attention to the stomach and
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sides. Causes a muffin top effect, even
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if you're slim and visually shortens
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your legs. And let's talk about comfort.
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A waistband that digs in every time you
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sit down. No thank you. Now, I'm all
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about comfort and style. So, here's what
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I recommend instead. Switch to high-rise
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or mid-rise jeans. High-rise jeans sit
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right at your natural waist, usually
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just above your belly button, and that
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does wonders for your shape. They smooth
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out the tummy. They define your waist,
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and they give you that long, clean leg
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line, and that instantly looks more
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elegant. If high-rise sounds
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intimidating, start with a soft midrise.
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Look for a pair with a bit of stretch in
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the fabric so it hugs you without
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feeling tight. And the shape matters,
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too. Go for a straight leg or slim fit
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cut in a dark wash. These styles are
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timeless, slimming, and incredibly
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versatile. I always say elegance starts
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with fit, so ditch the lowrise. Choose a
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jean that flatters your body, not one
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that follows a trend. You'll feel
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better, you'll look better, and you
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won't be tugging at your waistband all
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day. Two, say no to overly distressed
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denim, distressing, rips, holes, frayed
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hems, torn knees. We've all seen them.
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Jeans that look like they've been
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through a shredder. And while these
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might seem fun, edgy, or cool, let me
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tell you what they're not. Elegant. As
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we get older, our style naturally
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becomes more refined. That doesn't mean
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boring. It means intentional, polished,
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confident. Distressed denim, on the
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other hand, looks messy. And when you're
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over 50, it can come across as if you're
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trying too hard to look young. when in
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reality, your style should be about
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embracing your age with grace and
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confidence. So, here's what I recommend
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instead. Choose clean, classic denim
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with no rips or distressing. A pair of
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jeans in a rich indigo or black wash
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with a neat hem and zero fraying will
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always look more sophisticated. Now, if
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you do want a touch of detail, look for
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styles with a subtle raw hem, tonal
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stitching, or maybe a small side slit at
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the ankle. These little details give
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your outfit personality without
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sacrificing elegance. And here's the
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best part. When your jeans are clean and
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structured, you can dress them up or
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down so easily. Throw on a silk blouse
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and some heels for dinner, or wear a
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cashmere sweater and ankle boots for a
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weekend brunch. You'll get so much more
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wear out of classic jeans than trendy
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ripped ones. And trust me, when people
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see you in a beautifully tailored pair
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of jeans, you're not going to look
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older. You're going to look chic.
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Because elegance isn't about dressing
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like you're 25. It's about knowing what
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works for you and wearing it well.
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Three, skip the baggy or oversized
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styles. This one is a biggie. I can't
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tell you how many women I've talked to
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who say, "I just want to be comfortable
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in my jeans." And I get it. Comfort is
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important, but here's the catch.
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Oversized jeans don't actually make you
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look more relaxed. They make you look
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sloppy. Baggy jeans hide your shape in
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all the wrong ways. Instead of feeling
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effortlessly cool, they end up making
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your outfit look lazy and unstructured.
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Now, this doesn't mean you need to wear
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skintight jeans. Not at all. In fact,
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overly tight denim can be just as
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unflattering. The goal is to find jeans
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that skim your body, ones that follow
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your silhouette without clinging. That's
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why I always recommend straight leg or
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slim fit jeans for women over 50. Not
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skinny, not widelegg, just right. A
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straight leg jean balances the body
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beautifully. It creates length in the
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legs. It doesn't draw attention to the
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hips or thighs. And it pairs well with
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everything from flats to ankle boots to
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loafers. And if you're petite or curvy,
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straight leg still works. It's all about
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getting the right rise and inseam.
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Here's a tip. Jeans that end just at
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your ankle are the most flattering for
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mature women. They show a bit of skin,
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create a visual break, and keep your
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outfit from feeling too heavy. And of
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course, I've done all the hard work for
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you. If you want to see the exact jeans
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I recommend for women over 50, you can
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check out the links in the description
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below. I've included some gorgeous
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straight leg and slim fit options that
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look polished, feel amazing, and won't
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stretch out or lose shape. Whether you
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want premium denim or something more
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budget friendly, you'll find styles that
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will flatter your figure and fit
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beautifully into your wardrobe because
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you deserve jeans that make you feel
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fabulous, not frustrated. Ditch overly
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trendy cuts, like extreme flares or
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balloon legs. Here's something I always
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remind my clients and my community. Just
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because it's trendy doesn't mean it's
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flattering, especially when it comes to
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jeans. Now, you've probably seen those
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extreme flare jeans all over Instagram,
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right? Or the balloon leg styles with
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the super exaggerated volume at the
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hips. Sure, they might look bold and
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fashionable on the runway or on a 20some
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influencer. But on women over 50, these
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styles can quickly become overwhelming.
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Here's the issue. Styles like
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exaggerated flares or balloon jeans can
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actually distort your proportions. They
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tend to make your hips look wider, your
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legs shorter, and your overall frame
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less balanced. And most importantly,
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they distract from you, from your
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beauty, from your elegance. As we get
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older, our fashion goal shifts from
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standing out at any cost to feeling
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confident in our skin. And that means
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choosing shapes that flatter our natural
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silhouette, not ones that compete with
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it. So, what should you wear instead?
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Classic cuts that never go out of style.
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I always suggest a beautiful straight
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leg jean or a slim cut boot cut. These
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are timeless, flattering, and easy to
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style. They create a balanced line from
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hip to ankle, which elongates your frame
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and helps your outfit feel pulled
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together and intentional. Now, if you
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want to dip your toe into something with
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a little personality, go for a cropped
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flare, not an extreme one. A small kick
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flare that hits just above the ankle is
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a fun way to add movement to your outfit
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without going overboard. And color plays
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a role, too. Stick to dark denim or
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medium washes for everyday wear.
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Lightwash jeans can work, but they tend
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to feel more casual, so balance them out
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with a polished blouse or blazer on top.
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Here's my rule of thumb. If the jeans
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are making more of a statement than you
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are, it's probably not the right style.
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Your jeans should elevate you, not
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overpower you. Five, don't pair jeans
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with oversized graphic TE's or sloppy
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tops. Let's talk tops because I see this
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mistake so often. You might have the
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perfect pair of jeans, they fit
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beautifully. The wash is spot-on, but
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then you throw on an oversized t-shirt
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with a random logo or a loud print and
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suddenly the entire outfit feels off.
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Sound familiar? Don't worry, we've all
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done it. But here's the thing. Pairing
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jeans with a sloppy or oversized top can
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instantly take your look from polished
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to pajama. And it's not about hiding
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your body. It's about creating balance.
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When your jeans are more fitted or
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structured, a big loose top can drown
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your frame. It adds bulk around the
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middle and hides your natural shape. And
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if that t-shirt is a worn out cotton tea
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with a stretched out neckline or a dated
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slogan, that's not doing you any favors.
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So, what should you wear instead?
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Blouses, knits, and tops that glide, not
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cling. Here's what works beautifully. A
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silky blouse tucked into your jeans with
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a slight billow. A softknit sweater with
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a half tuck in front. A fitted top
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layered under a cropped cardigan or
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lightweight blazer. These kinds of tops
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create structure and elegance while
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still being incredibly comfortable.
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Let's take the classic button-down for
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example. In a crisp white or soft chamé,
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it's timeless and sophisticated. You can
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wear it fully tucked in for a sharp
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look. Or tie it at the waist for a
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softer feminine shape. Another favorite
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of mine, a 3/4 sleeve boat neck top. It
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highlights your collarbone, slims your
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arms, and looks effortlessly elegant,
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especially when paired with dark wash
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jeans and a delicate necklace. And
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remember this, fabric matters. Choose
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materials that have a little movement.
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Think silk, satin, jersey, or soft
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knits. These fabrics follow your body in
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a flattering way without clinging to
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every curve. If you need to add warmth
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or a layer, throw on a structured blazer
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or a cropped jacket. These pieces help
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define your waist and instantly make any
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outfit feel more elevated. Jeans are the
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base, but your top sets the tone. So,
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choose one that reflects your
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sophistication and shows off your
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confidence. Avoid bulky sneakers or
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clunky footwear. All right, let's talk
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about shoes. Because believe it or not,
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the wrong pair of shoes can completely
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throw off your jeans outfit. And the
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biggest mistake I see, wearing big bulky
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sneakers or clunky trainers with jeans.
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Now, don't get me wrong, I love comfort,
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but there's a way to have comfort and
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elegance. Those thick sold dad sneakers
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or overly sporty trainers you might wear
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to the gym. They break up the flow of
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your outfit. They make your feet look
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heavier. They often shorten the leg
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line. And worst of all, they don't
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complement the style of your jeans. What
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you want is a shoe that visually extends
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the leg and adds polish, not one that
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competes with your outfit. So, what do I
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recommend instead? Sleek, streamlined
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footwear that works with your jeans, not
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against them. Here are some of my go-to
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options. Pointed toe flats. These
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instantly elongate your legs and look
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refined even with casual denim loafers.
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Classic and comfortable. Choose a
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leather pair in black, cream, or camel
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for maximum versatility. Ankle boots,
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perfect for fall and winter. Choose a
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fitted boot with a slightly pointed toe
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and a low to mid heel. Block heels or
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wedges. If you want a little lift, these
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are stable and stylish. They elevate the
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look without sacrificing comfort. And
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yes, if you do want to wear sneakers,
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opt for a slim, low profofile pair. A
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clean white leather sneaker looks chic
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with jeans and a blazer. Just keep it
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simple and minimal. One styling tip I
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swear by, match the tone of your shoes
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to your jeans when possible. Dark jeans
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with black or brown shoes, light jeans
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with nude or taupe tones. This helps
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keep the outfit cohesive and elegant.
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And please, no running shoes unless
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you're actually running. You deserve
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better. The shoes you choose say a lot
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about your style. So, choose ones that
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elevate you, that make you feel elegant,
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and that fit the rest of your polished
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outfit. Because when your shoes are
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right, everything else falls into place.
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Seven, don't overdo the accessories.
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Let's talk about accessories. Because
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while they can absolutely enhance your
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look, they can just as easily distract
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from it. And I've seen this happen so
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many times. You've got the perfect
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jeans, a flattering blouse, maybe even a
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great pair of shoes, and then the whole
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outfit gets buried under chunky jewelry,
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a giant belt, loud patterns, and a bag
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that screams for attention. Now, don't
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get me wrong, I love accessories. In
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fact, they're one of my favorite ways to
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show a little personality in an outfit.
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But when we're over 50, our goal shifts.
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We're not chasing trends or trying to
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wear everything at once. We're curating,
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refining, choosing pieces that
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complement us, not compete with us. So,
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let me tell you what doesn't work
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anymore. Giant statement necklaces
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layered on top of each other. Oversized
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earrings that fight with your neckline,
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loud belts with massive buckles, a busy
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handbag, a patterned scarf, a hat,
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sunglasses, all at once. All of those
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things can look fun in isolation, but
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worn together, it becomes cluttered, and
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it takes away from the real star of the
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show, you. So, here's what I recommend
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instead. Keep it simple. Choose one or
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two thoughtful accessories that pull the
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outfit together. If you're wearing a
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darker denim with a soft, neutral
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blouse, try a pair of small gold hoops
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and a delicate chain necklace. Maybe add
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a leather watch or a soft silk scarf
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tied to your bag handle for a little pop
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of personality. If your top already has
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pattern or texture, go minimal with the
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jewelry. If your outfit is very clean
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and classic, then you can add one bolder
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piece like a structured belt or a
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standout handbag to give the look a bit
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of interest. And speaking of belts, skip
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the oversized western style buckles or
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anything that draws too much attention
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to the midsection. Instead, go for a
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slim, classic leather belt in black,
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camel, or taupe. Something that gently
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defines the waist without shouting for
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attention. When it comes to accessories,
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less truly is more. You want your outfit
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to feel effortless and intentional, not
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like you're trying to wear your entire
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jewelry box. Your style should say, "I
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know who I am," not, "I'm still figuring
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it out." And that quiet confidence,
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that's what makes elegance
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unforgettable. Eight, avoid cheaplooking
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denim. Now, this one might be the most
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important of all because even if you
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follow every other tip perfectly, if
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your jeans look cheap, the entire outfit
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suffers. So, let's talk fabric, let's
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talk fit, and let's talk quality.
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Because here's the truth. Denim has
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changed a lot in the last 20 years.
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Today, there's stretchy denim, jeggings,
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pull-on styles, super thin fabrics that
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lose shape in two we can be hard to know
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what's actually worth buying. But if you
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want to look elegant in jeans, really
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elegant, you can't settle for jeans that
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sag, bag, or shine, you know what I'm
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talking about. That overly stretchy,
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shiny denim that clings to everything
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and bunches at the knees. Or worse,
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jeans that look great on the hanger but
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lose their shape by lunchtime. When
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denim is too thin or too stretchy, it
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stops behaving like denim. It starts to
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behave like leggings. And while leggings
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are great for lounging, they don't
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exactly scream refined. So, what should
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you wear instead? Invest in denim with
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weight, structure, and a quality finish.
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Look for jeans that feel substantial in
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your hands. They should have a soft
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texture, but also some body to them. You
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want the fabric to hold its shape
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throughout the day, smoothing your
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silhouette rather than stretching out.
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And please pay attention to the
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stitching. Cheap denim often has uneven
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seams puckering around the zipper or
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lowquality hardware. Those little
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details make a big difference in how
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your outfit is perceived. Now, I know
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not everyone wants to spend a fortune on
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jeans, and you don't have to. There are
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plenty of affordable brands that offer
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excellent quality. I've linked some of
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my top picks in the description below.
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These are brands that consistently get
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it right for women over 50. You'll find
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jeans that flatter the body, feel
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comfortable all day, and elevate your
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style without costing a fortune. Whether
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you prefer a dark wash for everyday
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elegance, a clean white pair for spring
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and summer, or a classic black jean that
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works for dinners and date nights, these
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are styles that will become true staples
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in your wardrobe. Remember, when your
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jeans look high-end, your entire outfit
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looks more expensive, even if your top
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was $20. Because elegance isn't about
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price tags, it's about polish. And
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polish starts with choosing clothes that
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are well-made and made for you. And by
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the way, if you're wondering where to
17:03
find the exact jeans and polished pieces
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I mentioned in today's video, you'll
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find everything linked for you right in
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the description below. Now, yes, a few
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of these pieces might be a little more
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of an investment. But here's what I
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always remind my clients and something I
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live by myself. You don't need a closet
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full of clothes. You need the right
17:23
clothes. One beautifully made pair of
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jeans that fits like a dream will
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outlast five cheaper pairs that stretch
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out, fade, or never fit quite right.
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When you invest in quality, you feel it
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every single time you get dressed. The
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fit is better. The fabric holds up, and
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you walk out the door feeling confident,
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polished, and completely put together.
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These aren't fast fashion finds. They're
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carefully chosen essentials that will
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work for you season after season. That's
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what Elegance Over 50 is really about.
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It's not about buying more. It's about
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choosing well. So, take a peek through
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the links, see what catches your eye,
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and treat yourself to something that
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makes you feel absolutely amazing. And
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if you want more elegant style tips,
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outfit ideas, and advice tailored
18:11
specifically for women over 50, make
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sure you check out my website, too. I
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update it regularly with exclusive
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guides, inspiration, and tools to help
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you look and feel your best every day.
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Because style doesn't stop at 50.
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