10 Style Mistakes That Make You Look Frumpy
TLDRIn this video, Marianne addresses common style mistakes that can make women over 50 appear frumpy. She emphasizes the importance of not giving up on style and elegance, even with age, and counters the notion that 'frumpy is the new black.' Marianne critiques unflattering trends like tiered dresses, maxi dresses, and shackets, and offers alternatives that are both stylish and comfortable. She encourages viewers to elevate their style, avoid low standards, and choose role models who inspire a chic and sophisticated look.
Takeaways
- π Never give up on style, regardless of age or life stage; always strive to be the best version of yourself.
- π Avoid frumpy fashion choices like tiered dresses that can make you look shapeless and larger.
- π« Steer clear of trends that are not flattering, such as ripped jeans, leggings, and Birkenstocks, which are often mistakenly considered stylish.
- π Choose clothing that accentuates your waistline and silhouette to maintain a feminine and chic appearance.
- π Reject the notion that comfort must come at the expense of style; opt for breathable, stylish dresses that flatter your figure.
- π Avoid shapeless and long, loose dresses that can make you appear frumpy and unflattering.
- π§₯ Be cautious of 'shackets' and other items that hide your silhouette and make you look manly or shapeless.
- π€ Raise your style standards and don't follow others' low standards in fashion just because they are common.
- π Avoid casual, cropped, wide-leg pants with elasticated waistbands as they can add bulk and make you look shorter and wider.
- π Opt for full-length trousers in comfortable materials like cotton or linen blends to maintain style and comfort.
- π Be mindful of your style role models; they significantly influence your own style choices, so choose those who elevate your fashion sense.
- π Avoid drawstring pants and joggers for a more polished look; instead, consider flattering alternatives like boot-cut jeans.
Q & A
What is the main message of the video script about style for women over 50?
-The main message is that women over 50 should not give up on looking stylish and should avoid dressing in a way that is frumpy or unflattering. The speaker encourages women to maintain high style standards and to look chic and comfortable as they age.
Why does the speaker find it sad when women give up on making an effort with their appearance?
-The speaker finds it sad because she believes that style is not just for oneself but also a courtesy to those around you. Giving up on one's appearance can be seen as a lack of respect for oneself and others.
What are some common style mistakes mentioned in the script that can make a woman look frumpy?
-Some style mistakes include wearing a tiered dress that makes one look shapeless, a split maxi dress that is shapeless and unflattering, and shackets that hide the silhouette and make one look manly and shapeless.
What is the speaker's view on the current trend of wearing ripped jeans, leggings, and Birkenstocks?
-The speaker believes that these items are not stylish and should not be worn by women who want to maintain a chic appearance. She mentions that just because something is popular does not mean it is beautiful or flattering.
What is the 'shacket' and why is it considered a style mistake in the script?
-A 'shacket' is a combination of a shirt and a jacket. It is considered a style mistake because it is thick, has big pockets, and is cut straight, which can hide the silhouette and make the wearer look shapeless.
What advice does the speaker give regarding the choice of pants to avoid a frumpy look?
-The speaker advises against wearing casual loose elasticated waist wide leg cropped pants as they add bulk and make one look shapeless and shorter. Instead, she suggests full-length trousers in a cotton-linen blend for a stylish and comfortable look.
Why is it important to have high standards in style according to the speaker?
-Having high standards in style is important because it helps to elevate oneself and not to drag oneself down to other people's low standards. It also helps in making an effort to look better and to be proud of one's appearance.
What is the principle 'If it's not a well, it's a no' and how does it help in avoiding frumpy style?
-The principle 'If it's not a well, it's a no' means that if an item of clothing does not fit well or flatter the body, it should not be worn. This principle helps in avoiding frumpy style by ensuring that only well-fitting and flattering items are chosen.
Why should women over 50 avoid wearing joggers as everyday wear according to the script?
-Joggers are not flattering for the bottom area and are loose around the legs and front, which can make the wearer look frumpy. They are meant for comfort during sports activities, not for everyday wear when a more stylish look is desired.
What is the importance of choosing the right role models for style according to the speaker?
-Choosing the right role models is important because they influence one's own style. If one is exposed to shabby and frumpy styles, their own style may deteriorate. It's better to fill one's internal vision board with the best examples of style to elevate one's own appearance.
What alternative does the speaker suggest to the drawstring pants that can make a woman look frumpy?
-The speaker suggests wearing flattering linen trousers instead of drawstring pants. These trousers keep the wearer cool and look fabulous, providing a stylish and chic alternative.
Outlines
π Overcoming Style Complacency for Women Over 50
The paragraph addresses the common misconception that women over 50 should accept 'frumpy' as the new norm. It encourages women to strive for stylishness and comfort without compromising on elegance. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not giving up on personal style, even with age or long-term relationships, and highlights the French principle of dressing well as a courtesy to others. The paragraph also critiques certain unflattering fashion trends like the tiered dress and 'shacket,' suggesting alternatives that are both fashionable and age-appropriate.
π Elevating Style Standards Beyond Low Expectations
This paragraph discusses the influence of societal and peer standards on personal style, urging viewers to set higher standards for themselves rather than conforming to low expectations. The speaker refutes the idea that style is unimportant, arguing that it can elevate one's self-image and the environment. The paragraph critiques casual, loose, and cropped pants as examples of low style standards, suggesting full-length trousers in comfortable materials as a stylish alternative. It also touches on the importance of choosing positive role models to inspire better style choices.
π« Avoiding Common Style Mistakes for a Polished Look
The final paragraph focuses on common style mistakes that can make one appear frumpy, such as wearing drawstring pants and joggers as everyday attire. It advises against these choices, explaining how they can detract from a flattering silhouette. Instead, the speaker recommends linen trousers and bootcut jeans as stylish and comfortable alternatives. The paragraph concludes with a principle of style advice: 'It's not a well, it's a no,' emphasizing the importance of making conscious decisions to avoid unflattering styles and elevate one's overall appearance.
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Keywords
π‘Style
π‘Frumpy
π‘Trends
π‘Comfort
π‘Chic
π‘Tiered Dress
π‘Maxi Dress
π‘Shacket
π‘Elasticated Waist
π‘Cropped Pants
π‘Role Models
Highlights
10 style mistakes in both clothing and style approach that make you look frumpy and how to avoid them.
First mistake: Giving up. It's never too late to try and always too early to give up.
Good style and elegance can elevate everyone around you.
Avoid tiered dresses as they make you look shapeless and larger.
Opt for dresses that nip in at the waistline and show off your silhouette.
Second mistake: Wearing split maxi dresses that are long, loose, and shapeless.
Choose dresses that have a waistline and are fully lined to maintain a beautiful silhouette.
Third mistake: Wearing a shacket (shirt jacket) which hides your silhouette and looks manly.
Wear a jacket or shirt over your tops instead of a shacket.
Fourth mistake: Adopting low standards because everyone else does. Elevate your style and don't follow low standards.
Fifth mistake: Casual loose elasticated waist wide-leg cropped pants that add bulk and shorten your legs.
Choose full-length trousers in cotton linen blend for a comfortable yet stylish look.
Sixth mistake: Choosing wrong role models. Follow those who elevate your style, not those who drag it down.
Seventh mistake: Wearing drawstring pants that draw attention to your crotch and look unflattering.
Opt for flattering linen trousers instead of drawstring pants.
Eighth mistake: Wearing joggers as casual wear outside of gym, which are not flattering.
Wear simple, flattering boot-cut jeans instead of joggers.
Final advice: If it's not a 'wow,' it's a 'no.' This principle helps avoid style mistakes and elevate your everyday style.
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