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Since many of our beautiful readers are over forty, we asked Renee Goldfarb, stylist and owner of Origin of Era Boutique in Bay Shore, for some expert advice about how to look sophisticated, stylish and fun.
Fashions Fade, Style is Eternal - Yves Saint Laurent
FASHION Q&A SESSION WITH RENEE GOLDFARB Some people say age doesn’t matter with fashion trends, true or false? This is a loaded statement in terms of fashion, especially when you are not a teenager. There's a big difference between trendy (something that's hyped up at the moment) and on trend (fashion forward and stylish). As women of a particular age, we definitely want to be considered on trend, not trendy. There are specific trends that we remember, but we remember the way we USED to wear them. While we may still love that look, it might not wear the same way on ourselves now as it originally did. Stay on trend with classic pieces. I love the look of a pull-on combat boot (yup, they’re a classic!) with a floral midi dress. This mixes the masculine into the feminine, and also gives the effect of putting yourself together without "trying".
There's a big difference between trendy (something that's hyped up at the moment) and on trend (fashion forward and stylish). As women of a particular age, we definitely want to be considered on trend, not trendy.
the 1970's, which in turn inspires today’s most relevant looks. We see it in movies, fashion, and street style. If you love a good bell bottom, then wear it, but work it into more modern silhouettes to keep the balance. What are some major fashion mistakes women of a particular age should avoid? I hate the word "mistake"; what works for some women and makes them feel good is something we should celebrate. When talking fashion, I think it’s important to stay forward and not focus on all the trends all at once. You never want to feel like you're in "costume". There's so many great moments in fashion right now that work for women our age! Boiler suits, high waisted trousers, and loose leg culottes for example. Can you share some top style-secrets and tips for women over 40? When we reach our 30's, we know what works for us individually. Be sure you are wearing your clothing, and the clothing isn’t wearing you. Otherwise, you’re just going to feel self-conscious. If you love something but it needs a hem or dart to make it better, then visit your local seamstress and make it your own. If it's something that may not be fixable, then just pass.
How can a 40+ woman can wear the trends vs. how a 20+ woman would wear them? A girl in her 20's can wear trends however she wants! The younger generation can grab a trend and run with it; we don't wear it the same way, but take inspiration from it and work it into our wardrobe in an understated way. Oversized palazzo pants with a streamlined bodysuit, or a cottage country dress with a just below-the-knee hemline instantly becomes wearable. If you wore the trend once, you can’t wear it again, true or false? This is something we just can't pay attention to. We know history repeats, even in fashion. The 1930's inspired
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What are some basic pieces we should have in our wardrobe? • A good pair of quality denim jeans. The right pair will compliment you and last a long time. • A pair of white sneakers. You can wear these with anything and everything you own. • A kaftan. You will live in this all summer…wear it to the beach, dinner, out shopping, anywhere. • A great pair of ankle boots. Ankle boots are season-less, wear them with anything!
Renee Goldfarb
Origin Of Era Boutique FEMALE • INDIE • SMALL BATCH • SUSTAINABLE 90 W Main St, Bay Shore, N.Y. 11706 631-403-4116 www.originofera.com
• A really good Rancher or Fedora Hat. Straw or grosgrain is great, but I love a wool felt, it keeps you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Tie scarves around the base to change it up.
