40 Fashion Mistakes That Make People Seem Older Than They Are

This article appeared in VibeForest and has been published here with permission.

Trends come and go. Fashion magazines everywhere steer the industry into retro phases all the time. But, even if they do, that doesn’t mean that these retro phases won’t make some look a little older than they are.

Big Hair Don’t Care

You want a flattering hairdo that has plenty of volume. But, just like with everything in life, too much of a good thing - like volume - can be bad. There is a line and once you cross it, you don't just get height, but you're also making people think you're older than you are.

Matchy Matchy

So, let's talk lipstick. You want your lipstick to coordinate with your outfit and color scheme. That's just a rule when it comes to creating a cohesive look. But, that does not mean it needs to match the colors exactly.

For instance, this shade of lipstick is too close to the top's color, which turns a chic and fun look into something that could only be defined as a "mom-look." That trend is long gone and should stay gone. Instead, try a few shades lighter or even a neutral that will go with the outfit.

Rapunzel, Let Down Your Hair

Remember back in the day (like the '60s) when super long hair was all the rage. Some women still hold on to that using hair to hide anything they deem as a flaw. But unfortunately, there is such a thing as too long, and the longer your hair gets, the older you may begin to look.

Most stylists suggest a more mature woman not go any longer than the waist. As the longer the hair, the less volume you have due to the weight.

They Are Not Jeans

Jeggings! We all love them, right? They are comfortable and look good with a wide range of things. After all, they are leggings that look like jeans, right! All of that is true but what many people fail to realize is that they are not jeans.

Jeggings are in no way a substitute for a well-fitting pair of jeans. They are often thin and therefore show way more lumps and cellulite than most of us would like. This means that they naturally make one look and sometimes feel older.