The Ultimate Style Secrets of Ageless Women
These are the women who prove age is a trivial matter, indeed.
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They have brains, beauty, and life lessons to spare. Through style and confidence, the following women prove age is nothing more than a trivial matter. In a nod to times when our elders were revered for their life experience and wisdom, we're taking note from these especially chic ladies. Scroll on to get stylish inspiration from the women we want to grow up to be just like.
Maye Musk
Who: Canadian-South African model and dietitian, mom to Elon Musk and two other children.
The lesson: Statement earrings are non-negotiable.
Get the look: Paco Rabanne earrings, $430, matchesfashion.com.
Maxine Waters
Who: Congresswoman, U.S. Representative for California
The lesson: A smart jacket should never be underestimated.
Get the look: Jonathan Simkhai blazer, $278, net-a-porter.com.
Lauren Hutton
Who: Model and actress.
The lesson: Seventies insouciance is always in style.
Get the look: Cinq a Sept jacket, $371, farfetch.com.
Carmen Dell'Orefice
Who: Model, booked her first cover at age 15.
The lesson: Pick a signature color.
Get the look: Gucci top, $1,700, farfetch.com.
Angela Bassett
Who: Actress, director, producer, and activist.
The lesson: Statement earrings without all the noise are chic and classy.
Get the look: Emily P. Wheeler earrings $5,900, emilypwheeler.com.
Charlotte Rampling
Who: British actress.
The lesson: Menswear-inspired looks can be sexier than the littlest dress.
Get the look: Max Mara jacket, $867, net-a-porter.com.
Carolina Herrera
Who: Venezuelan designer and philanthropist.
The lesson: A white button-down is an evening staple.
Get the look: Kotn top, $68, us.kotn.com.
Iman
Who: Beauty company founder, model, philanthropist.
The lesson: Prove your metal in major metallics.
Get the look: Marie France Van Damme kaftan, $510, net-a-porter.com.
Rekha
Who: Indian film actress.
The lesson: Be as ornate as you want to be.
Get the look: Simone Rocha bag, $690, modaoperandi.com.
Diane Keaton
Who: Actress and philanthropist.
The lesson: Black and white is always right.
Get the look: Altuzarra skirt, $747.50, net-a-porter.com.
Iris Apfel
Who: Interior designer, philanthropist, style influencer.
The lesson: More is more is more if you're confident.
Get the look: Prada coat, $3,530, farfetch.com.
Pat Cleveland
Who: Model and philanthropist.
The lesson: Maintain your flare for drama.
Get the look: Gucci jacket, $2,550, net-a-porter.com.
Jane Fonda
Who: Actress, activist, philanthropist.
The lesson: A good tailor is the best investment.
Get the look: Joseph trousers, $325, net-a-porter.com.
Linda Rodin
Who: Philanthropist and founder Rodin Olio Lusso.
The lesson: Looking cool doesn't need to come at the cost of comfort.
Get the look: FitFlop sneakers, $100, nordstrom.com.
Yoko Ono
Who: Artist and philanthropist.
The lesson: A great hat is always in style.
Get the look: Sensi Studio hat, $120, net-a-porter.com.
Jaclyn Palermo is a Fashion Editor with the Hearst Fashion Group, specializing in accessories. Standing under 5 feet, she’s never afraid to make a big fashion statement, preferably at an art opening, and is always on the hunt for the perfect vintage home find in Brooklyn. Follow her on Instagram @j_palermo.
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