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Elegant Looks You Can Pull Off at Any Age

3 history-making catwalkers try on this season's most exquisite looks, accompanied by models for whom they paved the way.

By Clarissa Cruz

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Photo: Lorenzo Agius

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"The standards of beauty have changed. It's not about the American girl next door anymore."—Jaunel McKenzie

Dress, Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet, $550. Necklaces, Millianna and Colette. Belt, Meredith Wendell. Shoes, Ralph Lauren Collection.

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From the May 2012 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine

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