How to Buy Clothing for Women over

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Look through your closet to determine what styles you have that are old

   A good clothing tip for women over 50 is to not wear anything that is over 10 years old.
   
   Exceptions to this rule are classics, such as nice-fitting blue jeans, crisp blouses and sleek skirts.
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   Step 2: outdated and unflattering and get rid of them.

   Though you may have worn the same size for years, measuring will help you find clothing that fits perfectly and flatters your mature figure. , For example, you may need to purchase classic blouses and business jackets, skirts and pants for work, and well-cut blue jeans and casual shirts for the weekend.
   
   Shop for styles that fit your taste, budget and body type. ,,,, For example, if you have shapely legs, look for skirts that fall around the knee to emphasize them. , Heels that are too high, for example, may cause discomfort after hours of wear.
   
   Medium-high shoes work best and can be found in many styles.
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   Step 3: Take your measurements to be sure you will be shopping for sizes that fit.

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   Step 4: Decide what styles fit your fashion sense and are practical for your lifestyle.

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   Step 5: Shop for women's 50 plus clothing styles at stores that focus on the mature women to find styles and fits that flatter your figure instead of trendy clothes that might not stay in style for very long.

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   Step 6: Try on styles you like and check the fit to make sure the colors and patterns flatter your body type.

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   Step 7: Shop for items that flatter areas you may want to conceal.

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   Step 8: Consider clothing items that show off your best features.

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   Step 9: Look for shoes that flatter the clothing styles you purchase

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    Step 10: and have a balance of comfort and style.

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