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MAXI DO’s and DON’Ts : Outfits Modeled by Women over 45

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Still Blonde after all these YEAR takes on the Maxi Skirt for Women Over 45!

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The Chief Blonde is wearing Cami by J. Crew (sale. $19.99), Dress worn as a skirt by Esprit.

This is a terrifying trend–Maxi’s .  Just the name makes me think of a winged feminine product, not something beautiful for Women over 45.  I have  seen this trend so many time in the  6 decades that my life has spanned that–and sometimes… MAXI’s just aren’t pretty.  The thing about a Maxi Dress or skirt is that it’s really really easy to screw up!  Wrong shoes, wrong accessories, wrong top, wrong jewelry and you have a prescription for DISASTER.

Let’s take a look at just one version of a DON”T (I could fill my whole blog with those) and one version of a DO!

MAXI DON’T!                                        MAXI DO!

Maxis Do and Dont Women over 45

MAXI DON’Ts:

1)  Avoid Frumpy–The “Don’t”  Outfit above just says..

“I am trying to cover my body, every inch of it…and don’t you look at me.  Toodles..I off to do my Gardening Club Meeting.”

2)  Avoid being OVERWHELMED with the look…In the Don’t above, each of the pieces can be cute on their own but so much length and coverage  and cuteness just turns me into an “Old Aunt”.

3)  Remember what DECADE you are in…Maxi’s now (2011)  are all about a sexy twist.  Yes, you can wear low shoe, but then maybe keep the top simple and tight.  Yes you can wear an wild hawaiian or african print, but don’t go all ’80s on us and continue that with wild jewelry, hair, etc.

4) Remember your AGE!  Yes, you must do that.  It’s an absolute truth that what you could wear in your 20s and 30s, you may not be able to wear now.  It will look rediculous, you need to shake it up for your age.  For example, as some women age, their arms make be a tad (or a lot) shaky.  When you were 20, you may have been able to wear that a cute tank and a Maxi skirt.  Now, unless you are a Denise Austin beast  or don’t give a crap, you may want to consider a short sleeve shirt or jacket to pair with the outfit.

BLAH BLAH BLAH!  Where the Outfit Pictures right?

Outfits modeled by WOmen over 45 Maxis

Back View!  Oh my goodness this Shapewear c/o Leonisa ($50) is amazing isn’t it?

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Accessory Shot!  Vintage Silk Scarf and Rhinestone  Bracelet,  Simply Vera Slingback by Vera Wang ($39.99), Handbag c/o Miche Bag ($60),

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Vintage Laurel Burch earrings,  My Favorite Vintage Bracelet EVER!, Lucky brand jacket , and  the amazing fused glass Still Blonde Pin (BUY ONE HERE!)

This is the Chief Blonde saying Thanks for stopping in to the 5th Challenge from the lovely Kristina  of Pretty Shiny Sparkly fame,  who hosts Bloggers Do it Better.  Also, have shared this outfit on Not Dead Yet Style.  Check our right hand sidebar for all our giveaways, that are always over $50! Many are fashion related!    We have an awesome one going on now for two pairs of Bloom Jewelry earrings valued at $137–I bet they would look good with a MAXI!

SO Tell me, would you wear a MAXI?  How would YOU rock it?

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Blog Note: Some of the articles in this Outfit post were provided as review samples.  They are noted by c/o.

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  1. Mippy says

    i love the one on the left for if you were visiting an English countryside..that’s what it reminds me of. ANd I think you look lovely even if it’s not ‘current’ style. The picture on the right however you look hip and sexy and ready to take on anything and anyone. Looove the shooooooooes 😀 lol Really you look lovely in both. Just very contrasting looks in my opinion and totally different styles. 😀 Way to go at capturing the lovely shots! 🙂

  6. Cherrie says

    You are definitely FIERCE!! I love it! I love how your paired the look with the denim jacket and your shoes are gorgeous!!

    -Cherrie <3
    cherrieamore.com

    P.S. Thank you for your comment on my blog!!

  11. Kitty says

    I much prefer the one on the left if it were minus the belt and hat. On the right side, the shoes and jeans jacket just don’t appeal to me …..or my husband who is right now standing over my shoulder. He just said again he dislikes the shoes and jeans jacket. Thanks dear….go away now. But you look good in both.

  13. trininista says

    I wore my maxi dress yesterday and actually blogged it yesterday (great minds!) but typically I wear a bold print with a solid coloured shrug, which complements the colours of the dress. Depending on the occasion, I may ramp it up with wedges or dress it down with sandals or flip flops. But I may be totally irrelevant to this post as I am barely over 30. lol.

  14. Linda Kish says

    The one on the left you look ready for church. Very cute, though. The one on the right looks great. I love the short jean jacket. I have a couple maxi dresses but just for hanging around the house in the summer for a change from shorts. And, yes, they are sleeveless. And, no, I don’t care if I don’t have Denise Austin arms. I’m old. If you don’t like it, don’t look. Well, it’s not that bad. I wear flat sandals with my maxi dresses because my feet and back won’t allow for heels. TMI, I know, but you asked.

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

  18. Elle says

    I don’t have anything approaching a maxi. The closest thing I have is a blue jean skirt would. It is floor length. Wonderful in the winter. You can wear long johns under it and no one knows!

  19. Katy Rose says

    I don’t think the pink sweater look is so horrible. But I agree that today’s outfit is stunning. The heels helps make you look tall and lovely. And I’m loving the jean jacket with it! Such a good look on you. – Katy

    • stillblondeafteralltheseyears says

      Katy, THanks…the pink sweater actually looks so cute with a different outfit! Thanks for you compliments. I have everything ready for the Fashion giveaway and will post something to the group this weekend or Monday. Which day do you thing would be best?

      The CHief BLonde


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