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Just because your age is approaching that mid-30 mark, this does not mean your style of dress has to. Occasionally when browsing department stores, I often wonder at what age women begin to shop in the section that displays the unsightly floral dresses, or the sweaters with embroidered fruit. I understand that we all have our own personal taste. However I am sure that the majority can agree that some clothes should never be worn. Understandably as women reach middle age and up, their style of dress becomes more mature. They are no longer concerned about fleeting fashions or spending a whole lot of money on clothes.

Nonetheless, there are women who are still youthful in age and appearance, yet their dress seems to take a turn for the worse as they approach mid-30. There was a time when I thought that 35-year-olds were ancient. However, now that I am 3 years shy of turning 30, the gap is closing. No longer do I view 35 as old, nor do I think that turning 35 or even 40 should put women in another clothing category. True, some clothing styles are too youthful for women in this age group. Wearing these styles may make them appear immature. Yet, getting older does not necessarily mean the end of trendy, sexy styles. A major complaint by some women is that they feel and look old. Likely, it is their clothing, hair, or makeup that makes them feel as if they have aged. Fortunately, there are inexpensive clothing styles that can bring back the fun and youthful feeling to 30-something women.

Having two or three kids, a career, husband, house, etc does not mean the end to youthfulness. Sadly some women get stuck in a runt of wearing old sweatshirt and jeans. The life of a mother and wife is hectic, and sometimes time does not afford trips to the salon, nail shop, or mall. A great way for women to stay on top of the latest fashion and trends is by routinely browsing through popular women magazines. Magazines such as Cosmo, Redbook, Glamour, etc offer great tips on how to dress and feel younger. The best think about these magazines is that they cater to women 25 and older. Thus the styles will not be for teenagers. Many of the styles featured in these magazines are affordable. The styles that are more costly may offer affordable alternatives.

Women who want to dress more youthful should also avoid sections that cater to older styles. Granted, some who have a simple, modest way of dress may not feel comfortable browsing the trendier sections. Do not feel nervous about changing your style of dress. When shopping for trendier clothing it may help to take a trusted friend with you, preferably a friend with a hip style. They can give you honest feedback as you try on different styles. As a last resort, ask a salesperson for their honest opinion. Clothing store representatives can usually assist you with the latest styles. Those who are in search for trendier clothes may want to bypass department stores all together. It may be ideal to shop in stores that specialize in trendier styles, this way you are not tempted to browse "Plain Jane," sections.

Some women who want to dress younger make the mistake of dressing too young. The goal is not to look like a teenager. Thus clothing boutiques that cater to teenagers should be avoided. These stores are usually easy to spot. They are the ones full of girls under the age of 20. The styles in these stores are cute, but not appropriate for a 30-something adult. The goal is to look stylish, mature, and contemporary. Wearing mini-skirts, fluorescent flip-flops, and low cutting shirts will not achieve the desired look. Bright colors are in style; however they should be selected with care. The best tip I can offer is for women to refer to store mannequins. If the mannequin includes bright sunglasses or a bright handbag, take note of how the outfit is put together. Typically bright colors are complemented with dark colors.

Women who do not have a clue about fashion may consult a personal stylist or shopper. For a modest fee, these shoppers will assist you on the styles that complement your body type. Celebrities are good for having stylist on their payroll. You do not have to be this extreme. Hire a stylist to assist you on a couple of shopping trips. Stylists have an eye for fashion, so it is important to trust them. They have the ability to create a style you would have never considered. It will not be long before you are dressing and feeling younger. Visiting a hair and nail salon will add a nice finished touch to your new style.