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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Jan 23, 2023 18:05:29 GMT
Now what I call capris are around my ankle or a bit shorter.. That's an ankle pant, which is fine. Capris stop between the knee and mid-calf.
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Post by ~summer~ on Jan 23, 2023 18:14:15 GMT
I will never give up a slim ankle pant.
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Post by denda on Jan 23, 2023 18:23:56 GMT
Socks and clogs (that word 🤢) is the old lady equivalent of old men wearing socks and sandals. Just don’t do it. If it’s too cold to wear them in winter, then you don’t wear them in winter. Agree!!
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Post by Dalai Mama on Jan 23, 2023 20:08:31 GMT
Wear what you want, because everything is relative, and anything goes. Capris may be out, but cropped wide legs and flares are in. What’s the difference? Hell if I know. Cardigans are out but shackets and kimonos are in, both in regular or duster length. Again, what’s really the difference? Every single jean silhouette is trending, so if skinny is your jam, wear them. If you want to rock a flare, go for it. Boyfriend, aka the “fat” jeans from 2 years ago? Sure. Overalls? You bet your ass. I have decided it’s all about the attitude. If you love your look and own what you’re wearing, you’re in fashion. 100% this. Wear what you want. Wear it with confidence.
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Post by mamapeaah on Jan 23, 2023 20:24:24 GMT
Never go to work with your bathrobe one, quarantine is over.
Don't wear something if it makes you feel silly no matter what the fashion trend is. Find something "in" that is also comfortable to YOU.
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Post by The Great Carpezio on Jan 23, 2023 20:45:04 GMT
Tall boots are not "out" according to TikTok fashion, but skinny jeans are, so you are supposed to wear them with pants that are more slim than skinny or even a bit of a bag to them. I can't do the latter, but I do wear tall books with slim pants and sometimes leggings. I am 50...and teach...in Minnesota...and a hockey mom. I am not going to wear that style every day, but again, it is cold and sloppy out there. I also wear a lot of Chelsea boot styles (and Docs)--don't love ankle boots on me-- but they just aren't all that comfortable, and I often go for comfort and warmth in the morning.
I don't wear cardigans as much as I used to, but I do still wear them as well. I usually do more shackets or structured cardigans/jackets, but again, it's cold...
LOL on the clogs and socks. I am totally wearing that today. I don't love the way it looks, but I am wearing wool Haflingers with wool Birkenstock socks. My "clogs" do have a back, so they aren't true clogs though. Again, it's Minnesota in the winter and I am an old English teacher who also spends a lot of time in hockey rinks. I got a compliment on my shoes and socks today.
I am considered fairly stylish by people in my real life/students...that doesn't mean I am ALWAYS stylish or that common sense/comfort doesn't rank higher.
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Post by The Great Carpezio on Jan 23, 2023 21:00:41 GMT
I also agree with the frayed "less skinny" crop jean being in and I wear those to school. I wear a lot of cropped pants all year long, and I don't wear capris unless they are yoga pants (but that is in the summer and still keep them to the lower calf or below.). we can wear jeans at my school.
I would never wear a cropped shirt anywhere any time, but this last year or so, when buying new, I have tried to go with shorter and boxier cuts on my shirts/sweaters and/or then wear a longer layer over it (shacket or something)..trying to find the best pants is a bit harder for my 5'2 apple frame. Madewell has been my inspiration lately, but I will always be a bit boho, so I just can't see getting rid of all my flowy shirts, and tall boots with leggings. I just try to wear it all with confidence.
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Post by The Great Carpezio on Jan 23, 2023 21:09:47 GMT
Count me in as a death gripper here ---- My question is this -- I'm short 5'1 and very fluffy. During the summer I'll wear ankle pants (dressier ones) with a top and flats or sandals. Do I need to let this go too, or is there some wiggle room for capris. Honestly? I'd let them go. Ankle pants are a perfect length for most petite women and are what most of my casual pants are. But those capris that stop between the knee and mid-calf do nothing but chop you off and make you look shorter. That in turn will accentuate the fluff. If long pants are too warm in the summer, consider wearing a simple A-line cotton skirt instead. I wore a striped one this past summer and lost count of how many compliments I received on it. An A-line does not add fluff at the waist, just skims the hips and will camouflage any fluff on the thighs. It's a classic design for a reason! ETA: This is the skirt to give you an idea of what I'm talking about. Also, the compliments came from 20-somethings all the way up to 60+ year olds, which I find to be a good test. I think the true capri is aging and not a great look for most legs. I am an apple, so I have "nice" legs (meaning just small compared to the rest of me). I wear cropped pants or I wear skorts a lot when it is hot. I do spray tan/air brush my legs in the summer to cover 50 years of marks and the start of some veins popping. I like the Athleta ones. Chicos has nice ones that are a bit longer and more formal too.
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Post by ~summer~ on Jan 23, 2023 21:23:33 GMT
For “tall boots” these are my absolute favorite- I am on the short side (almost 5’4”) and they go up about 2/3 my calf so don’t swallow my leg up. And they have a perfect wedge heal and are super comfortable- I’ll never stop wearing them with short skirts and dresses! Here are the boots in a bad selfie I took to get a friend’s opinion on the skirt (“keep or return” haha) -
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Post by J u l e e on Jan 23, 2023 21:36:29 GMT
KEEP that skirt!!
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Jan 23, 2023 21:40:31 GMT
I will never give up a slim ankle pant. Me either. And I'd vote keep the skirt too.
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Post by ~summer~ on Jan 23, 2023 21:42:23 GMT
Julee you crack me up. And I did! 😂
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Post by bbkeef on Jan 23, 2023 22:04:12 GMT
I’m really surprised at all of the “tall boots are out” comments. I'm almost 50. I LOVE tall boots and booties, and will wear them till I die. LOL I wear both with skinny jeans and dresses. I AM 50 and I am in the boat with you. I have loved tall fashion boots since my very first pair when I was 5 or 6. I begged my mom for tall, patent leather boots and I wore those suckers until I grew out of them. I have had at least one pair at all times since then. I just bought Naturalizer riding boots for my birthday. And for me, they must be leather. Also, skinny jeans are life! Tall boots are a must in my climate (MinneSNOWta). We currently have snowbanks that are knee high. And I wear them about 6 months out of the year. I have super nice dressy ones and some that are more casual. Hunter boots for rain days. I wear my tall boots more than I wear my winter/snow boots.
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Post by Judy26 on Jan 24, 2023 1:18:46 GMT
I am enjoying this thread so much. When I was teaching full time, coaching swimming and raising a family I was always exhausted so I had a few favorite outfits that got worn to excess. I’m finding such enjoyment shopping my closet and putting together a look after perusing instagram and Pinterest. Your input has been very helpful. I almost purged my closet last year of all my work clothes and I’m so glad I didn’t. I know it’s trendy to just have a capsule wardrobe but that’s not for me. Thanks again for all of your insight and inspiration! I’m f I can figure out how to post pictures I may share a few of my outfits of the day. Anyone want to join me?
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Post by Gennifer on Jan 24, 2023 1:46:14 GMT
Me! Probably not daily, but sometimes. I miss our “What a Pea Wears” weekly threads!
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Post by shamrockpea on Jan 24, 2023 11:29:45 GMT
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Post by ellen on Jan 24, 2023 11:35:28 GMT
I said I was not going to do it because I’ve done it every other time they start showing up, but I ordered a pair of overalls from Gap last night. I’m going to blame it on my cute first grade coworker who looked adorable in a pair last week.
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Post by Bridget in MD on Jan 24, 2023 12:42:13 GMT
Me! Probably not daily, but sometimes. I miss our “What a Pea Wears” weekly threads! I used to read a magazine (I think it was Glamour?) when I was a teenager - at the end there was always a "fashion dos and don't" segment where they would show examples of what looks good/is in fashion, and what does NOT look good/bad example of someone wearing something wrong, with a black bar over her eyes to protect the innocent. LOL
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Post by smasonnc on Jan 24, 2023 12:55:23 GMT
I AM 50 and I am in the boat with you. I have loved tall fashion boots since my very first pair when I was 5 or 6. I begged my mom for tall, patent leather boots and I wore those suckers until I grew out of them. I have had at least one pair at all times since then. I just bought Naturalizer riding boots for my birthday. And for me, they must be leather. I love boots, too. Sadly when we moved back to Florida, I should have known that my boot-wearing days were almost over but I was in denial. I brought 12 pairs down with me and have worn two. The rest have gone to loving homes, but I still miss them.
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Jan 24, 2023 13:12:23 GMT
This thread drove me to my closet to see what boots I actually have in there. I purged two pairs to go in the pile of things being donated to the thrift store today. So thanks, I guess!
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Post by gar on Jan 24, 2023 14:28:44 GMT
Wear what you like, no one cares. But I care. I don’t want to look like I don’t care enough about myself to at least try to look reasonably put together. I’m not trying to impress anyone and I do aim for a certain degree of comfort etc but I just prefer to look reasonably up to date.
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Post by padresfan619 on Jan 24, 2023 16:41:02 GMT
This is an example of an outfit with tall boots that would be considered “out” now. The tall boots, skinny pants, denim top and scarf are all elements that make it look dated. This is an example of a more modern, trendy outfit for 2023 with tall boots. Not the riding style with the buckles but a cowboy boot with a pointed toe. A fitted shirt under an oversized blazer and loose jeans tucked into the boots. It’s also popular to cuff loose jeans at the ankle and wear them over boots. I wish I could have found a photo of a “real” person and not a model but I’m googling/posting quickly on my way out. I will keep my chestnut brown riding boots in my closet, as well as my ankle booties with the block heel. It will all come back around. I’m not a huge fan of the second look, the only thing I’ve embraced is the oversized top layer and looser jeans, but I lean more towards a straight leg fit rather than a full on loose or boyfriend style.
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Post by teddyw on Jan 24, 2023 22:51:29 GMT
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Post by katiejane on Jan 26, 2023 8:00:35 GMT
I think wearing what you feel comfortable in is OK. I mix and match old favourites and newer items. I think this reduces the risk of me looking dated and keeps me in a mainstream but quirky box. It also allows me to not feel like I have to dump my whole wardrobe.
I go for classics such as dm's, bold prints, bright colours, overalls, and dresses and rock a slightly more alternative style. I wear lots of things listed on the women over 50 should not wear lists.
I did sign up to one of those stylist services but cancelled as they kept sending me clothes that made me feel like someone else and made me feel lost. On reflection I am probably the worst person to give fashion advice.
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Post by coaliesquirrel on Jan 26, 2023 13:49:39 GMT
I'm far from a fashion plate, but I live in Merrell Encore slides in non-sandal season. So, if that's what you're considering a clog, I can answer your sock question! For cold days, I always wear wool blend Kirkland socks from Costco. They come in 4 pair packs in a variety of styles, mostly mottled darker colors. They're not scratchy at all and stay up well, even on my thick ankles/wide feet. For warmer days but still in jeans season, I like thin "silly socks" in fun prints.
ETA: I'm keeping my capris, too. Skirts don't work for me because of the chub rub. Yes, I know I could wear undershorts to prevent that, but if I have to throw on another layer in 95 degree heat with 95% humidity, I'm just as hot as if I was wearing full pants. People will just have to appreciate that I'm sparing them looking at my gross veins and deal.
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