12 Fashion Mistakes That Make You Look Older
You've ditched the mom jeans, but there are several other ways your wardrobe might not be doing you any favors. Here are a dozen things to look out for.
By Pamela Masin
Your Glasses Are Too Geek Chic
Dark, thick frames underscore wrinkles and under-eye shadows. Lawrence Zarian, style expert and spokesman for the Vision Council's Eyecessorize fashion eyewear campaign, suggests delicate plastic frames that have a bit of sparkle or jewel embellishment. These will reflect light. Another approach? Experiment with neon colors—on the inside of glasses' arms—which has the same brightening effect. One more thing: "Most women try to camouflage bags under their eyes or wrinkles on their face with bigger frames, but the older you get, the smaller and more delicate your frames should be," says Zarian. Find the best frames for your face with this O guide.
Published 06/20/2013