101. I am 50 and I agree with everything except the bikini. True, most women over 40 don't have a bikini body, but there certainly are some that do. If a woman is fortunate enough to have a nice body over 40, then I think she should be proud to wear a bikini.

Posted at 3:19PM on Jul 10th 2008 by vikki

102. I had the best body I ever had in my life in my 40s. I have two cousins who are pushing 60 who have amazing bodies, thanks to years of diet and exercise. I have an aunt who's 75 and has a body women in their 30s would kill for, thanks to years of exercise and eating right. These articles are an insult to women of any age!

Posted at 3:18PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Ali

103. I agree with everthing EXCEPT the one on the CROCS. Exactly what is wrong with wearing the crocs? They are very inexpensive lightweight cool and comfortable, they also afford you to be able to buy several different colors. I have several pairs in various colors that I adore, so I have no intentions of giving them up just because you feel that they are for teeny boppers only. And besides if SNEAKERS are O.K. than crocs should be also. Personally I am sick and tired of the sneakers and jeans look, that are now worn to Church on Sundays. Now address that!

Posted at 3:19PM on Jul 10th 2008 by LJohnson

104. THANK YOU - it is so very time for women to act and be their age. Now that I am over 40, I am beautiful in and for all the ways that "girls" are not. Why do mature women insist on trying to compete with girls? Remember mature women, girls want to be us - we are financially stable, emotional sound, socially aware and spiritually complete. We are what every backpack toting, croc wearing, bikini clad youngster wants to grow into!!

Posted at 3:22PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Liz

105. The article should have been titled Over 20 n0t Over 40

Posted at 3:20PM on Jul 10th 2008 by KanxDo

106. I agree with your advice. The responses I have read are a clear indication of a decaying of our society. Who told anyone of you that you can wear whatever you like, and for that reason- it is acceptable? Bad taste is never acceptable. Looking ridiculous at any age is ...absurd. A huge problem with America right now is that the "ME" generation (and yes I am over 40) thinks that it is ok to try to look younger than they are, they also think it is ok- because they are very busy- to not respond to invitations, say please, and to not write thank you notes. We are a society and there are rules, expectations, and guidelines we must follow everyday- clothing/fashion included. Don't kid yourselves- you are not Katherine Hepburns making statements- you are just looking foolish. You are not more important than you neighbor. Do us all a favor and opt for good taste instead of being concerned that someone might possibly think you are 5 years younger, because you are wearing your sweatpants "with writing on your butt", so low that others pray they will not see more than they want of your backside or ... your thong. Grow up America.

Posted at 3:22PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Stephanie

107. this day in age we hear constantly that 40 is the new 30, and so on. so why maintain an obviously old standard of dress code?? i beleive this article is demaning as well, by putting an age limit on certain things and calling them "for young people only". FYI....there are some 40+ year olds that look a heck of alot better AND younger than the 20 somethings. is this article meant to make people feel old, because i think it does. why would someone write such idioticies? i think we can all agree that these "tips", (so they are called), dont fit everywhere and for everyone.

Posted at 3:22PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Lisa

108. I agree with those who have commented that it's your figure, not your age that should determine your style. My sister-in-law is 52; she looks like Demi Moore on the beach in her swimsuit. I teach in an elementary, & we have a few (young!) volunteer moms who show up in leggings with a cropped t-shirt but obviously didn't look in the mirror at their back view before they left the house. And what's the deal with Crocs? Do you really think the Mary Janes you "suggested" are more mature? UGLY. Also, I think you've aimed the fashion advice at the wrong generation; it's the 20 somethings I teach with (all very tiny & very cute!)who have no clue to appropriate work attire. Even if you're a size 2, it's not appropriate for your shirt to not meet your pants when you're a teacher. You also need to tell everyone of all ages that FLIP FLOPS should not be worn to work unless you work at a waterpark! Just wait--in ten years the big surgery will be to correct all the hammertoes everyone is going to have from nonstop flip flop wear!

Posted at 3:22PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Marianne

109. I feel that no one should be sporting writing across their bottoms, young ,old or whatever. I think that most of your choices should be reserved for someone over 50...hell, when did the 40's become old? I hate crocs except for anyone under 12....oh yeah...I am 59 years old...

Posted at 3:25PM on Jul 10th 2008 by carole

110. Writing on anybody's butt is simply "asking for it" and we all know what IT is. That said, many older women have great bodies, don't look their age, and look good in most anything they choose to wear, so why pigeonhole them because of their age? We're all mature enough to know what looks good on us and if it feels comfortable too, that's a plus!!

Posted at 3:24PM on Jul 10th 2008 by azmomma4

111. I am a plus size woman of age 64. I think people should not govern their fashion decisions by what they read in a magazine or online. We all have mirrors and that is the only TRUE test as to how to dress.

For someone overweight, the new tops are great!! I will dress young and try to look somewhat fashionable until I am 100!!!! Don't anyone try to tell me HOW to dress or WHAT styles to buy!!!!

Have not tried the crocs yet, but from all the comments as to how comfortable they are, I am going to for sure try them on next trip to Nordstroms, even though I am 24 years over your 40 year limit on them!!! I am on my feet all day at a retail store and if they give comfort to my tired old feet, let me at them!!

Look great for your age... you know what it takes. Just enjoy life... don't just wear black... add some bright color and patterns.. It will make you happy
!!!!

Posted at 9:15PM on Jul 11th 2008 by Barbara

112. I don't care for the writing on anyones backside no matter what the age is. I don't agree with majority of the comments. I am only 28 and I will stick up for the older women. I don't agree with all the fashion trends and people thinking you have to dress a certain way depending on your age. I agree older women or women in their twenties even should not wear clothing that is showing half their belly or their butt hanging out of shorts. I don't follow fashion trends and I really don't care what others feel about how my clothing is. I dress to the way I like and carry myself very well. I think everyone should have their own personnel style and look as long as it is not trashing or revolting. I think if women over 40 still have the body to sport a bikini, I say go for it. They worked to keep inshape and there age should not matter.

Posted at 3:24PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Delilah

113. How can you put an age on Crocs? Laughable material right there! Thanks for the smile today :O)

Posted at 3:26PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Marcy

114. It is my money. I work for it, it's mine and I will spend it on whtever I choose to wear, whenever I choose to wear it, flattering or not. I do not need any magazine article author telling me what I should or should not do as if we are all the same herd of cattle. Think for yourself and live for yourself, I certainly do not need validation from anyone for the choices I make.

Posted at 3:26PM on Jul 10th 2008 by brenda

115. I am 62 and don't care what anyone thinks. But I would hope that everyone would use simple common sense. If it looks good on you wear it. If you like it, use it. Life is too short to worry about what you should wear or what you should say---I'm sick of being politically correct.....Sherrie Faure'

Posted at 3:28PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Sherrie Faure

116. This is such a foolish, immature, jealous article. I am in my 50's and look so much better than most 30 year olds in anything I wear. Age has nothing to do with it and my body says it all. I'd much rather see someone over 40 wearing any of these items, than some 300 pound 30 year old.

Posted at 3:27PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Karen

117. I think you really missed the mark on this article. I think the body has everything to do with what can be worn. I don't believe a woman should limit herself to wearing "older" clothes if she had the figure to wear "younger" clothes. Age has nothing to do with anything. Period.

Posted at 3:27PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Jan

118. keep in mind that it is just a suggestions. Everyone is getting all bend out of shape because they can't wear things that may or may not look appropiate for over 40. It's just an article. Not big brother watching you. I read it, thought about it a bit and guess what....Made my comment and moved on.

Posted at 3:36PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Theresa

119. This is ridiculous. I'm 57 and I wear many of those things. I have crocs in 8 colors and they make my feet HAPPY. I wear leggings with tunic tops and I do not look pregnant. I use backpacks as I hike and you are so way off. This controlling how a woman should dress at what age is crazy. Any woman, any age, can dress how they please unless applying for a wall street job maybe. Wear your hair as you like, wear pigtails even if they are gray. Do what you want, celebrate life

Posted at 3:32PM on Jul 10th 2008 by samarafnp

120. I completely disagree with this article as it focuses on a specific age. It's now about how old you are, it's about how you look and feel. You shouldn't look like you're 40 trying to be 20, but if you have a good enough body for a two-piece, or a baby doll dress, then I say go for it.
Leggings, however, should never be worn by anyone, ever.

Posted at 3:43PM on Jul 10th 2008 by Melissa