Hello Gorgeous,

Dressing age appropriately…what does that even mean? At 40 you can still rock a mini skirt like a 20 year old…am I right? Having said that, there ARE a few essentials that you SHOULD have in your 20s, 30s and 40s. And then of course by all means, add, experiment and unleash your inner fashionista.

In your 20s you are just about coming into your own with your new found independence and a lot of influences to absorb. This is the point in your life where you should be picking quality over quantity when it comes to most things… even your personal style. In your 30s, you know who you are, what you like and the image you want to project. In your 40s… well, the only one you need to please is yourself! You have ARRIVED!

Based on this are some of the essentials that you need in your 20s, 30s and 40s. Start making your shopping list gorgeous!

The Swinging 20s

1. A perfect, fits like a glove pair of classic mid rise blue jeans (my fave: J Brand)
2. A  tailored  sheath(dress) for that job interview that you want to bag (my fave: Theory)
3. A well fitted blazer (my fave: Theory)
4. Tops that cover your midsection..spring break(your teens are over)
5. A classic moto leather jacket (My fave: All Saints)
6. Good quality workout wear, because good habits start now
7. Sunscreen and more sunscreen, refer to point 6.. ditto.

    Trying very hard not to sound preachy… can you tell? 😉

The Classy 30s

1. Invest in a classic designer handbag, one that will last FOREVER. It should be good enough to hand down to your daughter (my fave: Chanel)
2. Well fitting, white and black crisp collared shirts (my fave: Vince)
3. A classic trench…trendy outwear will come and go but a classic belted trench will never go out of style (my fave: Burberry)
4. Perfectly tailored black pants (my fave: Club Monaco)
5. Nude pumps..comfort is key (my fave: Stuart Weitzman)
6. Multiple pairs of Ballet flats..these are my work horse shoes.
7. A Tweed jacket..Parisian ladies love it and it looks effortless (my fave: Chanel)
8. A Signature scent (my fave: … I won’t tell 😉 )

The Awesome 40s

1. Cashmere sweaters..start collecting (my fave: Vince)
2. An investment worthy camel coat (my fave: Max Mara)
3. Black pumps( my fave: Christian Louboutin)
4. Good shapewear… HELLO SPANX!
5. A Red lipstick that says “I have arrived.”

And the most important one of all, across all ages! Confidence 🙂

While I have listed some of my favorite brands, there are numerous designers / brands that can help you stay classy and fabulous at every age.

As always shoot me an email with your questions at MITALI@CLOSETSTYLIST.NET

Until next time, stay classy & fabulous.

Stylishly Yours,
The Closet Stylist.