I wouldn't be seen dead wearing XXXX .... and why?

I once had one false nail put on my thumb as I had broken my own nail and it didn’t match my other nails. I tried to grab hold of a slippery leg of frozen lamb in Sainsbury’s sand my hand slipped and my thumb nail pinged off into the depths of the freezer. Must have been a nice surprise for whoever had to re-stock the freezer!

Purpledaffodil, I hope we end it here and spare you all the sight. It’s just awful. Groups of teens girls looking like they just rolled out of bed.

I wouldn’t be seen dead in high heels or with long nails. Both restrict physically in some way, and that seems a strange attitude to life. I wouldn't have worn them when I was young, either.

Now, I would add sleeveless dresses or even very short sleeves. My upper arms aren’t fat, but they’re flabby. I last wore shorts at school, and don’t regard them as clothes for
grown ups, though I admit my 68-year-old sister in law looks quite good in them. She has exceptionally nice legs. My legs are OK but perhaps a bit too thin.

Red nail varnish. Long loose hair (I’m pushing 80). Eye make-
up. I have naturally black eyelashes and that’s good enough for me. T- shirts. Short skirts. Dyed hair, particularly not fake blonde.

Goodness, you are describing me.

Just wondering how people with long false nails manage in the bathroom?

When I was given soft contact lenses for the first time, many years ago, I froze at the thought of “pinching” them out. The optician called up a receptionist with two inch talons to do it for me. I got those lenses out in two seconds flat.

My rule of thumb is that however good it may look on others, I won’t wear anything that makes me look as if I’ve escaped from a home. Floral hippy skirts are one example.

Knee length skirts or dresses. Not with my fat legs!
Sleeveless tops. Must have the bingo wings covered

Those beige or cream lace up casual shoes worn by so many 'older' ladies on coach trips! I have had to give in to flatter shoes most of the time, but will NEVER wear those!

Sunshine57 maybe they use one of those disability aids designed for older or disabled people to use when they cant reach. Available on Amazon

Gold jewellery. Apron.

Those dreadful painted eyebrows, I think that even on young people they look awful. However, they seem to be popular so, who am I to judge! Just would not have them myself, particularly as I have fair skin

- "cold shoulder" T-shirt - how rubbish are they?
- high heels
- stockings (unless blue....)
- posh dresses
- make-up
- clutching a posh handbag

Lord, I am so boring!

I have a black cold shoulder top (that covers my bum) and I wear it with either black or white 3/4 leggings. I am happy to say that I feel good wearing it! .......and that's the main thing really

I will never wear anything beige or pink , anything with an elasticated waist , slippers .

mini skirts look great with leggings and flat shoes or boots. Maybe it's a question of what you personally look and feel good wearing rather than putting it in an age framework. I love having time to experiment with different looks. I pick up some fun quality clothes from charity shops and if my purchases don't work out, I've made a charitable donation!

I agree with daisymae about flounces!!! Also the thong knickers - ouch!

Won't wear any of the 'cold shoulder' style tops and dresses I wish this particular style fad would disappear!

A shroud.

Gam5 Well said! I try with charity shops and I know some people get amazing bargains, but I rarely find anything that fits me. I do keep looking though and have found some interesting scarves and necklaces instead.
I'm trying to buy fewer new clothes and more second-hand (or 'preloved' if you prefer that!) - often from eBay where I have made several expensive mistakes but found many excellent bargains too. Not as good as charity shops though!

I don't think what you wear should relate to your age but you should wear what suits your shape.

Having said that I do think high heels with leggings look weird.

When did nails become so important? I rarely wear even a clear nail varnish but if I do I can actually feel the weight of it on my nails. I don't think I could ever bear gels or strange colours, patterns or glitter. How can anyone function with those incredibly long hooked talons?

I feel pretty much the same about those so obviously false eyelashes. How uncomfortable must they be!

Anything with an elasticated waist. It just spells the beginning of the end to me. I like heels, showing a bit of cleavage and nice nails (not too long) I just cannot stand white or cream handbags and anything beige.

NotAGRAN55

OH No! Todays's clothes. Pink and black T-shirt top. Skinny beige cord jeggings with elasticated waist. Soon to put on my slipper boots.

I possess quite a lot of trousers with elasticated waists. So many summer style trousers are elasticated. Just ordered these from Next.

you should wear what suits your shape

I don't think they use barrels as dressmakers dummies Grandma2213

I have always had a rather unconventional taste in clothing and when younger, quite liked the shocked and disapproving looks on the faces of people who were the age I am now.

I wear what I like: colourful, pretty or appropriate for the occasion.

I wear long rainbow socks but wouldn't go to a funeral in them.
It's still black as a mark of respect and in my elders' group that's the acceptable thing for funerals.

I never wear tights because even in winter they are far too hot; likewise trousers - although I do have both, sitting atop my wardrobe where they've been hibernating for 20+ years.

The idea of wearing a cheese-cutter aka thong, makes me shudder - yuk.

Even as a teenager I never liked high heels. Having once been persuaded to try a friend's when I was 19, I took agin them from that moment.

I wouldn't wear fleecy pj's, or any pyjamas, ever.
It's a long, silky nightgown for me, in all seasons and if they try to dress me in something dowdy when I'm dead, I'll sit up and clock 'em one.

Crocs

I love elasticated waists. I loved them when I was a size 8 and in my 20s.