How to dress well, age no bar

Bridget Jones turns 51 Bridget Jones is a franchise based on the fictional character with the same name created by writer Helen Fielding who started her Bridget Jonesrsquos Diary column in The Independent in 1995 Bridget Jones was chronicled as a thirtysomething single woman in London Fielding published the novelisation of the column in 1996 followed by a sequel in 1999 called Bridget Jones The Edge of Reason The third installment called Mad About the Boy was recently released where the protagonist has aged to be a 51yearold Festive look gtgt Chiffon sarees and pearls is a look that always works for the festive season It exudes simplicity with class gtgt Net and sheer fabrics are the latest trends that work wonders Add some traditional jewellery to it and one is good to go The Anarkali is the next safest option gtgt Black is great and a musthave White should be avoided Printed pastels and burnt colours like ochre brick red and burgundy work for me Information courtesy Ritu Kumar Designer Casual look gtgt Most importantly women should wear clothes according to their body type Women nowadays are very fit and more conscious about the way they look as they get older so ageold fashion options meant for middleaged women are changing Actress Neetu Kapoor seen here in a pair of blue jeans and white shirt which is a trendy yet comfortable casual looku00a0 gtgt Jeans is always a safe option for women A pair of denims is casual yet multifaceted since you can alter the look depending on where you are going Add a white top or shirt to jeans and you are good to go Chic dresses are a smartyetcomfortable option as well Nowadays several styles in dresses are available too gtgt Small prints and monochromes are safe options Colour blocking looks good as well Information courtesy Surily Goel Designer Formal look gtgt Colour palette and style should be more sophisticated minimalist and muted for the middleaged gtgt Colours like grey indigo a subtle aubergine navy or taupe are preferred colors Indra K Nooyi CEO of Pepsi Co PicAFP gtgt For the day look a jacket worn with a white cotton shirt over a black pencil skirt which is just below the knee works Alternatively one can opt for a pant suit mdash a matching jacket which falls just below the hip line and trouser combination gtgt While opting for dresses for after hours choose a shift or chemise with sleeves with subtle details and embroidery For a semiformal look you can also pair a tunic with flat front pants or jeggings Accessorise your look with a stole or scarf pearl strand or goldsilver studs Information courtesy Anita Dongre Designer Guide to Makeup gtgt Middleaged women are at a stage where their skin is changing it becomes thinner and develops lines It can also get much drier so before even thinking of makeup skin care is vital Before applying makeup moisturiser and eye cream are essentials gtgt Since the skin is developing more lines using balmy light weight foundations is advised rather than a matte which will enhance lines Revlonrsquos Colorstay Whipped Cregraveme foundation is a great option A primer is a good idea Dermalogicarsquos Skinperfect primer is a favourite It smoothens out the skin and can even out the skin tone gtgt Concealer is also a must but as with foundation a creamy or liquid consistency is better and less is more MACrsquos Select Moisture cover is a lovely concealer for older skin types Fresh and glowing skin is necessary for any makeup look at any age gtgt Most middleaged and older women worry about concealing under eyes and uneven skin tone It is very easy to apply too much product and end up with reverse panda eyes or cakedup lines It is better to build up the concealer and foundation in thin layers adding extra only wherever necessary and making sure to blend properly If you have good skin with some problem areas better to use a light coverage all over and go over the flaws with concealer so your skin shows through not the makeup gtgt Itrsquos best to avoid darker colours when going for eye shadow colours and lipsticks Opt for creamylooking colours on the eyes instead of harsh glitters Fresh peachy and pink dewy shades are better on the lips especially in balmy or glossy finish Information courtesy Virginia Holmes makeup artist Guide to Hair gtgt Although I donrsquot distinguish between festive casual formal look it depends on how open the person is For a festive look side parting and fish braid or a Grecian updo are perfect depending on the structure of the face A pulledback middleparted low bun is also popularu00a0 gtgt For simple casual looks a hard top knot centre side and high side tied up hair also looks good High ponies are also perfect for looking perky especially during the day The emphasis is to maintain the soft and pretty look gtgt For middleaged women who are facing thinning hair issues hair extensions are an ideal way to compensate Even clipon extensions are extremely reasonable and convenient gtgt For a woman with a balding forehead try a long side fringe Fringes always pick up the face and make you look vibrant It is completely a misconception that fringes are only meant for a certain age gtgt For chinlength hair one can either straighten or curl depending on onersquos preference gtgt Avoid hair dyes at all costs they have too many chemicals and are very hard on the hair These days the market has colours with triple conditioners that properly nourish your hair gtgt Also do not wash every alternate day as it leads to dryness Twothree times within a week is more than enough Information courtesy Namrata Soni makeup artiste and hair stylist The chechlist Dos and Donrsquots gtgt Incorporate pieces in your wardrobe that flatter your body type and personality gtgt Opt for welltailored classic pieces not too clingy mixed with contemporary trendy wear gtgt Know your shape and embrace cuts and colours that have always flattered you and mix them up with intrend garments choices gtgt Choose outfits with fewer embellishments and cleaner lines and silhouettes pair these with trendy things like a bag a scarf or your favourite pair of earrings gtgt Stick to a single accessory to serves as your statement piece gtgt Invest in stretch fabrics for a huge difference in covering up certain problem areas gtgt Usually very short dresses fail to make a statement u00a0