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Jeans - and when to stop wearing them.

(71 Posts)
Cherrytree59 Fri 09-Mar-18 18:21:30

Never - will more than likely be my coffin attire.
white if it's summer smile

Tilly1234 Fri 09-Mar-18 18:11:24

I like this thread as it makes me feel a bit younger - not 70 til September ?- not looking forward to bring 70. Still wearing jeans - the skinny fit ones, with a longer top to cover my tummy. But recently I’ve been thinking I shouldn’t wear tunic tops and leggings - it’s wuite a young look and I caught sight of myself in a mirror in town the other day and thought I looked like a teenager (from the neck down!!)

sodapop Fri 09-Mar-18 17:53:34

Over 70 size 18 happily wearing jeans.

We are independent women and can wear what we feel right in. I do draw the line at white leggings though smile

varian Fri 09-Mar-18 17:32:53

If I wanted to be really unpopular on GN I might say "the time to give up jeans is when you are more than a size 12. If you are a skinny old jeans-wearer you might look OK from a distance.", - but of course I'm far to diplomatic to say any such thing.

Wear what you like. Jeans are OK as long as they never become compulsary.

kittylester Fri 09-Mar-18 17:21:55

Well, I'm only 69 so I'm going to keep wearing them.

janeainsworth Fri 09-Mar-18 16:25:34

I’ve just bought some new Levi 712’s and they’re the best jeans I’ve ever had.
They look like cotton but they are actually lyocell/polyester/ viscose with a bit of elastane thrown in and as well as being a really good fit they are cosy and comfortable too.

mcem and maw wishing you both a very happy birthday ? ???

DanniRae Fri 09-Mar-18 16:05:46

I am 70 in the summer too!!
I do have some jeans (Debenhams and comfortable) but I don't wear them very often but then I never did wear jeans very often!! It's leggings, treggings or trousers for me, with a long top to cover my behind.

Greyduster Fri 09-Mar-18 16:03:37

Jeans at 71 and for a while yet, I hope. Couldn’t live without them.

goldengirl Fri 09-Mar-18 15:56:30

I'll never quit! Elastic waist when I feel I need it and 'normal' jeans when I feel, well, 'normal'.
What has age got to do with it?
It's how we feel and how we choose to dress, isn't it?
Like some other posters I'm almost 70 [can't believe it!!!]

Teetime Fri 09-Mar-18 15:52:47

Still wearing jeans mostly black ones but maybe faded Levis in the summer they look great with a white shirt.

nonnasusie Fri 09-Mar-18 15:50:42

Another jeans fan here who is 70 later this year! I remember my aunt asking me many moons ago if I had got legs as she never saw them!? I hate tights so only wear skirts or dresses when it's warm enough to go bare legged! Fortunately all summer here!

Norah Fri 09-Mar-18 15:44:49

If you wish to quit jeans, quit. I'm well passed 70 and I love jeans. To each their own.

silverlining48 Fri 09-Mar-18 15:43:09

Not sure where McElroy came from. I meant you Mcem. Happy birthday.

silverlining48 Fri 09-Mar-18 15:41:24

Me too, 70 in Summer sitting here in my jeans as I type. No need to stop, unless you want to of course.
Happy birthday to McElroy and maw, Tanith you and I wait til the sun shines to celebrate.

mcem Fri 09-Mar-18 15:35:42

And from me. Might even receive a new pair for my 70th (tomorrow)!
Must add though that I really am not looking forward to the birthday ( no fuss decreed) or to being 70.
Please don't point out the alternative.

OldMeg Fri 09-Mar-18 14:54:46

And double bo***cks as well.

stella1949 Fri 09-Mar-18 14:54:32

Oh no, never. I'm 68 and will never give them up. Stretchy fabrics are forgiving, and some elastic in the waist makes them comfy. I'll wear them until I die.

GrannyGravy13 Fri 09-Mar-18 14:52:32

My daughter has been nagging me to go into Top Shop as they have jeans for all shapes and sizes!!! I obeyed orders yesterday, and came out with 2 pairs, 1 black and 1 dark blue. They are so comfy I could sleep in them. I shall probably be buried in jeans and a nice cashmere jumper ???The young staff were so helpful.

tanith Fri 09-Mar-18 14:32:06

I'm 70 in July and I'm certainly not giving up my jeans and jeggings whatever next! ??

MawBroon Fri 09-Mar-18 14:29:31

Bo**ocks to that! gringrin
I am 70 in three days time and my only thought is that I may no longer fit last year’s!
Leggings are a total no no for me and my Bon Marché jeans have elasticaction at the sides of the waist.
What’s not to like?

jellybeanjean Fri 09-Mar-18 14:17:37

Made a decision this morning to ditch the jeans; I'm 70 and I've worn them constantly since my teens. Quite happy with leggings and pull-on trousers, and an elasticated waist band is sheer bliss. What do others think and do?