6 Things That Women Over 50 Shouldn’t Wear
Google "what not to wear after age 50" and you will have your pick of thousands of articles telling you what looks terrible on your old body.
I want to point out to the writer who wrote the ‘no-no’ article, you need to remember you are writing for women over age 50, not preschoolers. I don’t think I’ve said ‘no-no’ since my youngest was a toddler.
We could spend hours studying the clothes we shouldn’t wear and the slang we shouldn’t use and the makeup techniques we need to retire.
Here’s me, weighing in on this topic.
You are over 50 for Pete's sake. Wear whatever you want. If you’ve made it to 50 and still need to consult articles on how to dress appropriately then you are so missing out on one of the best things about being over 50.
One of the best things about getting older is realizing that we don’t have to spend our energy worrying what other people think and we get to be comfortable in our own skin with our own freak flags.
Still, there are a few things that women over 50 really shouldn’t wear:
- The weight of the world. When you wear the weight of the world on your shoulders, you age. If you like the feel of the world’s weight and don’t want to give it up, then try scaling back a bit. Perhaps just wear the weight of a few of the smaller continents. For instance, I am only wearing the weight of Australia and a made up country called ‘Michelloponia’. I think they have a slimming effect.
- Shame and regret. So few people can carry this look off. Most of us just end up looking haunted or like we were forced to eat liver and onions. Shame and regret are especially hard to wear after fifty. Wearing shame and regret past fifty is one of those things that make your eyes all red and runny looking. The downward spiral just snowballs from there. Once the eyes get old lady looking, then you have to re-evaluate the wisdom of black eye liner. I say give up wearing shame and regret and don't give up on black eye liner.
- Rose coloured glasses. Oh, sweetheart, you know who you are. Those glasses do nothing for you. Not only do they make you look like you’ve been smoking weed for days, they also keep you from examining life and your surroundings realistically. Yes, reality sucks, but by the time we hit fifty, we need to suck it up, take those glasses off and punch reality into submission. Or just get some really big dark sunglasses instead. They cover all manner of sins.
- Stiff upper lip. There is a time and a place for the stiff upper lip, but it can’t be worn all the time. Too much stiff upper lip causes those funky vertical lines between your upper lip and your nose holes. We don’t always have to be stoic. I’m not suggesting that you wear your heart on your sleeve, but that is a much softer look than wearing a stiff upper lip.
- Too many hats. Personally, I can’t pull off wearing one hat much less many hats. I don’t have a hat head. My hair poofs out and my ears look like car doors when I wear a hat. Wearing too many hats just exacerbates these issues. When you wear too many hats, it’s easy to forget which hat you’re wearing. For instance, are you wearing the ‘no nonsense corporate’ hat when you meant to wear your ‘quirky and kicked back’ hat? We’re not getting any younger, you know. Sooner or later you’re going to accidentally wear your court jester hat to the gynaecologist and then where will you be? I’ll tell you where you’ll be. You’ll be in an undignified position and wearing a stupid hat is where you’ll be.
- Resting b*tch face. Hahahahaha. Just kidding. Wear that one all you want. Although, it wouldn’t hurt if every once in a while, you had a welcoming and kind look on your face. At least that’s what I hear from other people.
There isn’t anything wrong with getting advice about updating your look or what to wear, but we are just inundated with that stuff, aren’t we?
Who says what is appropriate? From where I sit, it seems ‘appropriate’ changes based on geography, social status, income and size. After a while, the advice becomes a confusing blur. I think I’ll just keep wearing my Keds and jeans and black tee shirts.
Oh, I do have one real tip. Stop wearing holiday theme clothes. Seriously.
This piece was written by Michelle Poston Combs and you can find more articles by her here.
I AM 84yrs. old I love style,and I wear style to suit my taste ;what ever I think that looks great on me I wear it.I don't wear high heels anymore, I wear a lower heel shoe that helps to flatter my outfits. I will continue to be stylish as long as the good Lord allows me to be on his earth.
Good for you!
Ok ladies, my first on something as each one has their own thing going on. I’m 70 but to me that’s just a number. Some days my bones tell me hey , you are 70 live with the number , but I say. As long as you have God as you God . You can go wrong no matter how old you are . The clothes , makeup . Comfortable and makeup go for what is easy. I tried to be happier than sad , it’s always up to oneself . Have a great day ladies ☀️
I will never stop wearing holiday themed outfits!!! LOL, but I mean it.
I wear what looks good on me. I love the younger styles and wear them if they don’t make me look ridiculous.
Great article, but what doesn't sit right is this author is about making "mid life matter" but uses "young bait" in her lead shot. Um... no. Great shot, beautiful woman, but she's midlife like I'm Yoda. lol
I hear ya! This is a super old article and believe it or not, but it used to be really hard to find stock photos of midlife women. They would all be photos of my grandmother. I should update this and find a more appropriate image. Thanks for the reminder!
I’m coming with you
Great Article, I could not agree more. I reserved my right to vacate Mars and move to Jupiter were woman are free of being everyone's caretaker. Nothing turns me off more than enabling and/or living in the past.
People are people you don't swear more power to you other people do you shouldn't judge let people be people
Hello from Jamaica...great article... but reading the comments have me cracking up....ladies behave
Well ladies I'm 55 and ride a Harley and on those rides I hear a lot more not so good words but I wear what I want when I want leather n lace with no discrace! We come in this world with our birthday suits and we leave that way.And I bet our mothers had nice words during delivery! Lol
Get over the fuck thing and if that is the worst thing that happens is kids hearing the word fuck I think that would be great .there is so much worse that goes on in this world .
Am 67yrs I feel bless I wear what the heck I want look in the mirror it looks good am ready to go thanks for keeping it real
I was raised by great parents that told me bad language should never come from a mouth of a LADY. As a mother and grandmother you should give good examples.
Loved your article, it was a very pleasant surprise.
I live in the Caribbean and have always worn what I wanted, people’s opinions are not my concern.
Live for yourself is my motto.?
Me too! I’m in the South, Northwest Florida. I don’t go crazy with ugly sweaters, but enjoy a few long sleeved Ts & tasteful sweaters, if there is such a thing & I assure Talbots has a few each year. Years ago, I even had a Christmas purse, I’ve let it go. But I love my Christmas plaid pjs, too!! Love Christmas & my house looks like Christmas threw up in almost every room! ✝️
A woman after my own heart. You rock Jan. I where and do and say what I want. Spent too many years trying to please others. At 61, it’s time for me. As for the bad word of the day, while it’s not needed, it is not a big deal. Kids now a days, say a lot worse. Lighten up everybody.
I absolutely love it. I get talked about too. Who care I am just being me and not hurting anyone, so what's the problem. After working forever, taking care of children/family, we should enjoy our time. Peace, love and happiness.
@Frances, I agree with you.a 100% Phyllis
Su- that’s what happens when you read at 1:08 am. Your humor wants to sleep.
As a 58 year old woman. I found it funny as fuck... I always have worn what is comfortable and that I like. Never followed trends. I've been called a hippie, flower child, even bohemian. I don't let that bother me. Just don't call me late for dinner. Thanks Michelle for keeping it real. Life is meant to be lived.... With or without clothes..lol.
Amen... Keep it real.
But I love liver and onions!!! Great article.
Nicohola, If you live long enough you too will be called an "old prig" or some other statement that's intended to devalue. Hopefully, you gracefully walk away knowing the ignorance of youth is just that.
Great article..a lot of petty nonsense going on about a swear word...THE ARTICLE IS VERY COOL
Maybe you could learn the right spelling for the right context in case you didn't know the correct word is SITE !!!!SIGHT MEANS TO SEE maybe if you weren't such an old prig you'd know better lol
Barb, you're spot on! Because stuff in shops is so dowdy and shapeless, neck open to your knees just about, l make my own jeans and tops all colors and prints, as well as skirts and dresses. So often l am asked where l buy my outfits!
The "F" word comes from old English rulers " ie: Kings" as a type of marriage licence =
Fornication Under Consent of King
@Cindy Szylvin, Beg to differ on your definition. In Colonial times the F.U.C.K. was an acronym which meant For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge. A person would be arrested, put in jail or a stockade
in front of courthouse with a sign that read: F.U.C.K.
It turned my stomach. Not the right place for bad language even if said in jest. Bad language is not funny.
AMEN JAN!
Well..well!! Sorry Dgpink... I'm just sticking in my little bit here I didn't want to go through to the bottom,so forgive me...
Anyway I just wanted to ask if anyone knows how this( fuck )word all started from in the beginning...I was told it started in the army as a password...now isn't that odd ???
I'm 71 years young and I'll be damn if I will let others tell me what I can or can't do at anytime.
People believe me after you turn 65 it all goes to hell ,but hey why worry about stuff from then on , it's not worth the stress...just take it one day at a time enjoy just being you , and give the finger to those that have the need to control others...( and I'm sure you know what finger I mean lol ) ..
Sooo ladies just wave to the world with a smile and sometimes a smile and the wave of that damn finger makes me feel better
I am with you! Totally unacceptable!
BTW Maggie Smith uses the word Fuck.always.
As most British women in show business.
Right on M. Gallagher. The "word" is offensive to me. Wrote off any advice sent forward, what ever it was.Wont be back to this sight.
Great article. I didn't even notice the F word and could care less. There are plenty of more important things to think about like impeachment hearings.
I am 62 (how the hell did that happen) and I put violet and turquoise streaks in my hair, wear leggings with cute tops, sometimes skimpy ones, and the only reason I don't wear a bikini is because y legs are heavier than I like. But I see one in my future.
And I love holiday themed clothes and jewelry!
Some of these women need more fucking in their lives. Might loosen them up a little. Like reading a cool article all of a sudden changes because the word fuck is in it. Fake
Love every word!!
Fantastic article. I've never taken to kindly to anyone telling me what to do, and at 68 I'm not about to start. However, I will be wearing holiday theme clothing.
For those who are bitching that she used the word 'fuck,' get a fucking life
But I WANT to wear holiday clothing!!!
Really good...except the last sentence! You're really gonna hate on holiday theme clothes, after all that? "Rock whatever you want and be yourself" means WHATEVER YOU WANT. Frumpy-as-hell holiday sweaters and granny clothes included if that's what puts a smile on your face and what you feel "you" in. Otherwise, you're just judging and buying into the exact same BS that it's "not okay" to look a certain way that you're critiquiing.
You really undercut the entire message with that - would have been an A+ with it edited out.
I am pretty sure it was a joke.
Thank you for this fabulous article, some of which I loved and some which cracked me up. At 70, I feel I can break any of your preferences, or rules of the treadworn road of my body. Some days life sucks and most days are fun and full of laughter.
Life is good but bodies wearing out are kinda sucky. My memory is crappy so I try to forget the bad stuff!
Keep writing these great words and soon you'll be adding sections for the 80 yr olds... We will still be in our jeans and leggings though. Have fun!!
You are SPOT ON! You betcha :)
we all have opinions. It offends some and doesn’t bother others - who cares? If this was the last hour of your life- would you spend it worrying about a stupid article? Probably not. Move on - spread happiness - compliment someone - help without expecting anything in return. Make a positive difference.
I'm 54 and I wear and rock whatever I want, I'm kind to others and feel comfortable in my own skin That aligns with much of what the article says too. It's sad to see people so offended by a word. Don't read the article if you are offended I don't use that word but am not in a hot lather over it. Let's be calm and loving.
Lame and lacking empathy, except stiff upper lip part. Give alternatives then, almighty your highness, if someone's regret is getting you down on your struts around town.
Good idea though. Improve it. (People normally edit drafts before publishing)
Can't believe there are so many prudes out there. Don't get your panties all in a bunch over a great word. The word fuck has been used for many different purposes for years and years. Get over yourselves, it's just another word used by adults. Other than getting hung up on a single word, read the rest of the article for fuck sakes.
Yvonne, Preach on!
If others want to say "*uck" I don't say a word. But, just my opinion, it's a low vibration word. For the vast majority of people it makes them less attractive saying it. I say it sometimes when I am angry but even I wince at myself saying it! Nothing wrong with expressing frustration but I think these intense words make it worse and lower our vibration. At least with me it does.
Lol, I did not even notice it.
OMG. Just read this and alot of the comments. Opinions are like assholes. Everybody's got one. And some people are one! LOLOLOLOLOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
FUCK I laughed my butt off -- refreshing, real - Michelle thank you!
STOP using the TOTALLY CLASSLESS word "fuck". Nothing you say after that is worth ANYTHING. Grow up. Be an admirable person whose opinions are worth hearing. There are many other words that are more impressive. Desperation? I'm sick of it
Really? That's all you got out of it? The word fuck? Time to go read the little girl blogs.
Fuck, fuck fuckity fuck. You can fuck straight off to fuck off mountain while riding your fuck horse to the land of aww hell no. Its a WORD. A word that can't hurt you. We are supposed to be adults here. And you having a problem with the ever vulgar "f" word tells me you dont have enough real, issues if your life. The ONLY desperation here is your idea of what's class worthy and tasteful. People can be whatever they want to be with or without your approval, lady. If you want to be "classy", that's your problem. I personally think you don't want to be classy, you want to be a snob. Guess what? Level achieved.
That was offensive.
Yes words can hurt you its how we comuncate as human beings..if its just word you would have no problem using it in front of you 3 year daughter would you? If you do your ought to consider parenting classes. It is free speech just because it is you shouldn't cheapen yourself
Thank you H Green! Very succinct, I said from my high horse! What the fuck is the matter with people? It's. A. Word.
People use words I don't like all the time, but I've never felt so strongly about it. Breathe, M Ghallagher. Lots of great people use the word FUCK and they have remained important contributors to humanity. Those who get distracted enough to judge are holding us back.
Omg !! That’s what you got out of the article? Smh!!! Using the word fuck sometimes doesn’t lessen your worth, value or any point your attempting too make ... but here’s another thing you shouldn’t wear after 50 .. and that’s judgment!!
I would have to disagree with that. When people use language like that it does distract from the message they are trying to convey and thus weakens it. It also makes you wonder the character of a person. It also shows lack of self control with difficult emotions. If let's say a contractor or anyone else I was to do business with used that word, it would diminish my trust and comfort with them. This would apply to anyone I do business with...my landlord, a waiter, dog walker, doctor, whatever. I would feel less comfortable with them after that.
Who cares?
WTF Gallagher....
Well, I thought the phrase dick punch was pretty impressive.
Actually, studies have shown that the use of “profanities” is a sign of higher intelligence. Just sayin’.
Yes. When you pepper an article heavily with that word it does become meaningless. It's immature, classless and ignorant sounding. Words do matter just like actions do.
Your words tell me you’re a prude whose opinion means nothing to me.
I’ve never seen Maggie Smith use that word, she’s so classy. She always has the best comebacks without it!!
M Gallagher, all that would be interesting if anyone gave a fuck about YOUR opinion, which I deem not worth hearing. Nothing you say after such a condescending comment is worth ANYTHING and I find you decidedly not admirable. So we’re even. I’m 58 years old and I’ll say whatever the fuck I want. And who are these fucking men commenting and who the fuck asked them?
to those passing judgement (im not calling anyone out by name but you know who you are) - fuck off. im 55 & so over the section of society that is offended by everything & permitted to freely voice their opinions while the opinions of others are condemned or suppressed. im over living my life to conform to anyone else's standard. beauty is in the eye of the beholder, if you find something unpleasing, simply walk away or in the case of this article, close it & forget it. ironically, most who pass harsh judgement on others, seldom live by those same standards themselves. i have also found them to be some of the most unhappiest, unrealistic, unappreciative people i have ever met b/c they fail/ refuse to see the good in anyone/ anything.
HaHa, I’m 66 yrs. old I wear purple hair coloring in my hair, in memory of my late daughter, it was her favorite color. I’ve gotten looks from older people that are true evil. They have no idea about the purple, so as they pass me I start laughing at them.
Sharon you’re amazing.I can’t imagine why anyone would get upset by your purple hair.Go girl
I'm 76, my hair is silver with pale lavender highlights and I get tons of compliments on it. Total strangers have asked me where I got the color from.
That’s really sweet and touching. It goes to show no one really knows what someone is going through and shouldn’t judge.
People can't help themselves. Judging others is what gets them threw the day. If they would just pay attention to themselves, wow what an amazing world this would be.
For Shit sake get over it. Put those big girl pants on and rock the world. 68 here and proud to be part of those that have made it this far
I enjoyed everything except the profanity. Let me call myself a prude and old fashioned and anything else that someone might wish to call me in defense of the wit inspired. I don't find it witty. I wish I could read and not worry about the profane words I encounter. Love you ideas.
I agree, I think If you haven’t learned by the age of 50 how to speak without using the slang profanity in this article, then perhaps “not using vulgar speech” should be added to this list in this article and the author should take her own advice.
Hah hah hah. This article written by my wife, Michelle Poston Combs, got over a million likes on Huffington Post alone. It's been re-published (or stolen) by numerous online publications and loved by hundreds of thousands of people.
So, now what other writing advice do you have?
Michelle is an awesome writer. We were thrilled to feature her and this piece was re-published with Michelle’s permission in 2016. She graciously replied to comments as well when first published. This post is set not to be included in any search engines and her original post (on her own blog) is set as the canonical URL. My advice to other writers is to always ask for the above conditions when re-publishing an article. That way your piece is always credited as the original.
Elena, thank you.
When I refer to "stolen", there are numerous sites which took the piece and didn't credit. We've found writers who've published with no mention or link to Michelle. She's had a radio personality pass off Michelle's work as her own. We appreciate you've done the right things to preserve the integrity of the work.
One more thought. Michelle often takes heat for her colorful language, but I can assure you, she's authentic. She writes like she talks and I love the way she does both.
Enjoy your day, Elena!
It’s crazy times Randy! The internet is ripe with this kind of stuff. My own posts get scraped, complete with my own photos I’ve taken, all the time. By the time I find them, that particular site is gone and a new one in its place. And about Michelle’s language, I think it’s fucking awesome!
Standing O for the article and the writer.
So. Why is fuck a "bad" word but duck isn't. What makes a word 'bad'? A letter. And society. Do we care about society? Nope. So change those letters! Fuck is just another descriptive word (and a good one!)
Words have meaning and thus energy behind them. Think of the words "love" vs "hate" for example. If we feel the meaning behind the words then they have energy!
I fucking love you so much
Me too, usually by 50 we have left profanity behind and immature. Also I love my holiday shirts. Halloween and Christmas only
I think if y'all are worried about a couple of fucks and shits, then you're missing the point. Be you. But don't tell her to be you, too.
Freaking awesome article! Love the author‘s wittiness and authenticity!
You nailed it! Accept and do not judge. The message is the same regardless.
I'm 75, and where whatever I want! If you don't like it don't look!
Life is too short to worry about what other people think,
Essentially younger people,
Get on with life and enjoy ever minute! Underdressed!DD
Hey guess what y'all?
Why don't we all just mind our own effin' business? See, there are sites for 'big' grown up girls called women (and men too really) and sites that are meant for boys and girls. When one crosses over into the other's territory, the 'one's feel either a little silly or insulted.
An easy remedy, as my Mama would say, is to set it aside until you're able to laugh with the rest of the girls, or you can laugh with the women. Either way, a person's way of speaking, or expressing themselves isn't likely to change because it might wound your sensibilities. It just might though when a person feels they're finished expressing themselves in such a way. Nah, such language ain't going anywhere, anytime soon until those usin' it are good and fuckin' ready. BTW, I've a 4.0 GPA, and 5 upper level career offers to consider. Just thought I'd toss that in before I left.
This reminds me of the time two older women made snarky comments to each other about the length of my hair - I am 57 and my premature silver hair is almost to the middle of my thighs. I just said, “Why would I let your opinion dictate what the length of my hair should be?” I didn’t wait for an answer.
Awesome article, so true and right on point
I love your awesome article..It is right on point. And yes, please stop wearing holiday theme clothes..
Live above the influence. Some days are easier than others. At 68, more concerned about eating healthy and sleeping through the night. I wear a size 2 or 4 but I am still 68 and so yoga pants are not for grocery shopping and I don’t own a bikini. I own two pairs of jeans that I wear all of the time. I don’t own more because I have such a hard time finding jeans that fit and I get by with two pair just fine. I get what you are saying but I see some pretty bad choices make when people get dressed and venture out of their homes. It was a fun read but I was looking for a few tips.
Absolutely loved your article..........as a new 80 year old, I wear what I want also. Am in comparably good shape. Who are these people professing to be authorities on make-up, clothing, etc?? Thank you again for making my day
Absolutely loved it. Clicked on title because I was expecting to find a list of items that I could dispute! About it from the rooftops — women - love yourselves and rock your style!
How refreshing! At 52 years-old I wear whatever I want. The trick is to be confident in what you wear. Look people directly in the eye with a I know I’m hot attitude .
This was wonderful to read today! If you only knew how I have been feeling about, “what to wear at my age”, about how I do not know how to put on make up, anymore...all I can say, is Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Who cares! I’m going to wear what I please and I agree with Barbara Karr above, there’s just not many styles worth wearing these days, even if you are 26. I’ll pass this one on. Well done!
I am so glad you enjoyed it!
Everyone has seen the cartoon about looking in a mirror and wondering who the "old woman" that you see is. It may be old age BUT the clothing lines now available seem very anti-feminine to me.I think I will keep my jeans and T-shirts for awhile yet! I am 73 and don't want to look like an 20 year old wanna be.Women's clothing has a terrible nose dive the last couple of years. As I look for clothing I am overwhelmed at the amount of ugly available. Right down to shoes! Take good care of the clothes you love!! You will need them to wait out this trend. Clothes are an expression of who you are. I am not who these clothes represent. Older ladies catalogs leave me COLD. And I don't want to look like my 22 year old grand daughter. Buyers for clothing lines don't like women very much and their choices are proof. If midlife matters the clothing should express it.Foreign made clothing doesn't fit American women! 73 year old breasts DO NOT NEED exposure. Spandex is not flattering to anyone. Mid-length dresses make short women look like little girls wearing moms' clothing. You have a VOICE. Use it to speak for those who can't ask for better options. WE are the customers. If designers want sales they need to clean up their act. Speak up please. Barb
I have tried. Every time Nordstrom, Macy's or the Banana Republic asks. They pay good money for those survey companies, they should make the buyers READ them.
You are lucky you are a jeans and t-shirt person. At least you can find something. I am not. I'm 60+ and trying to find trousers for a woman who not only has hips (and then some), but a defined waist as well? Good luck. And a top that's fitted but not low-cut? How about a button-down with darts to allow for my bosom?
So, when I want to go to an art museum and have a nice lunch with the husband, I'm stuck looking like I'm about to go to a board meeting, because I'd rather look like Mrs. Corporate than a silver-haired grandma wearing a hoodie.
I’m quite blessed with the body I have at 60. If I hadn’t sold it I could probably still fit in my wedding dress! I don’t do gym anymore too boring! But I work a physical job three days a week! But today I looked at my jeans and thought I’m sixty should I be wearing them? Yep! Never gonna give you up! They are my jeans and me crazy patterned pants in the summer that I’ve been wearing for ten years at least! Now everyone is jumping on the band wagon! Nearly every big fat woman in my home town is doing the crazy patterned pants! I’m going smart! Jeans in big baggy patterned pants out! I’m just under seven stone why think if you are twenty stone you can carry off them? It just makes you look like you are twenty stone +!
I am 73 also, not into polyester, but jeans and a nice top. good boots, even a pair of cowboy boots for funky days. Don't let your age define you. Us 70 plus are the new 60's or 50's and the 60 plus are the new 40's.
Freedom to be who you are is important.
Brilliantly said , I love “ wait it out “ until the fashion changes .
I would be so far back it’s not funny , so constantly feel I’m wearing other people’s clothes
I wear what I love - have a few "hippie" dresses from college, 1964-1968. They still fit so I still wear them and feel good in them. I'm 73 in a month, have 4 kids and 5 grandkids. My advice is: Wear what you like and what makes you feel happy. (I've never had a bikini. Never wanted one.) Interesting blogs - Susan
Well said and it should be read on a regular basis. I’m well over 50...um actually I’m well over 60 and noise diving into 70. I always feel I need to remind myself of that fact because I don’t feel that old. Your article helped me not to fall into that “ I should act my age” pit. At my age if I can look in the mirror and like what I see, my life is good. Thanks for your amusing and wonderful thoughts that help me stay strong.
I love it ! Everything you said is so true. Especially love weight of the world; I’ve got my own continent now & it’s full of beautiful, happy women who’ve had a great life already but have every intention of it just getting better & better.
Finally, some well versed reality in a world of illusionist fluff.
I am more alive and quite well at 57, and I am healthier than ever, getting stronger, braver, wiser and more secure in my ALL that I AM: ME.
BRAVO! Excellent read!
Well said and I got my first laugh of the day.
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for reading.
I love you too! It is seriously difficult to maintain my resting bitch face while reading this post! Very funny and true!
I officially love you. It's funny, isn't it, how we're somehow relevant enough for people to tell us what to wear, but not so relevant that we can leave that lovely marketing group marked "You're over 50 and practically dead so we can ignore you". Ignore me from all the cool stuff but feel free to discuss my midriff.
I think anyone under 25 shouldn't be allowed to wear a Ramones t-shirt... in fact anyone under 25 who can't name the bass player and the first three albums relating to their t-shirt should be forced to remove it immediately.
I am so close to agreeing with you. Except my son is actually named Joey Ramone, at 21, he gets a pass. And he can name all the Ramones. haha
Awesome article and equally hilarious comments. Especially tickled over how incensed some people can get over a simple word like fuck. It brought to mind an old George Carlin routine "The Seven Words You Can't Say on Television." LMFAO
Love this!! I couldn't agree more!
Love this! So sick of 20 year-olds trying to tell me what I can and cannot do. I wonder what the world would be like if they focused that much attention on true problems in this world, not imaginary ones.
I agree with pretty much all of what you said - I just don't get the need folks seem to have for using profanity. You're a writer - I'm sure you know more words...
I DO! I know many words. I am pretty sure you wouldn't like them, either.
Whoop! Whoop! Love it. : )
Think I'll stick to rocking the black eyeliner & sunglasses.... ... great post!
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Yahoooo! Well said! Love this post!
This is so many levels of awesome!
The great thing about being over 50 is that we know (or should know) ourselves well enough that there's no need for someone else's "shoulds". We know our own "shoulds", thank you very much!
I think I've read this about four times and it gets better with each new airing! I'm currently dealing with a woman at work who NEEDS to read this - trouble is she wouldn't appreciate the obvious truths layered underneath *sigh*
Fanfuckingtastic article!! When i opened it and read the article, I laughed out loud, HOW REFRESHING!!
Rock on ladies and wear some attitude! I just turned 56 on September 20th
I read this to a group of older ladies a couple months ago!! I agree with it all (especially the holiday theme clothes!!)
jodie
Totally agree! All those "what you shouldn't wear" things are total crap. Wear what you want, what feels good and ditch all the shame and regret. And if you still like black eyeliner rock it!