There’s a sneaky little myth that once you hit a certain age, your wardrobe should quietly fade to grey. As if turning 50 means neutrals suddenly become your signature colours.
Here’s the thing: and I know you know this: it’s nonsense.
Colour isn’t just for the young. It’s not reserved for festivals, “crazy” characters you’d avoid at parties, or women who own “good lighting” mirrors. Colour is for anyone who wants to feel good when they look in the mirror — and yes, that includes us “women of a certain age” (thanks Greg)
Colour is a Mood Booster (and Science Agrees)
You know those days when everything feels a bit... meh? Studies show colour can shift your mood. Bright shades like cobalt, coral, or sunny yellow trigger a little serotonin boost. (No, it’s not magic — it’s psychology, darling)
It works both ways — wearing colour lifts your spirits and it changes how people respond to you. People genuinely see you as more confident, fun, and approachable. Worth knowing, especially if you ever find yourself stuck talking to that one friend who only wears navy.
"But I Don’t Want to Look Like I’m Trying Too Hard"
Fair. No one wants to look like they’ve been attacked by a paint chart. The trick is finding colours that feel you — not your 20-year-old self.
Start small:
- A bright knit
- A colourful pair of trainers
- A printed scarf
If you’re not ready for head-to-toe tomato red, don’t. But I promise adding just one colour into the mix will wake up your whole outfit (and probably your face).
Colour Doesn’t Care About Your Age — So Why Should You?
Here’s the honest bit: waiting until you’ve lost weight, toned up, or got your ‘mojo’ back before you wear colour is a waste of time. Wear the colour. Now.
Life’s short. Buy the green dress.
Need Help Picking ‘Your’ Colours?
Try this:
- Look in your wardrobe — what’s the one bright thing you do wear? Start there.
- Think about compliments — remember the last time someone told you “that colour suits you”? Wear more of it.
- Experiment with pre-loved - a great way to add some vibrancy at a fraction of the price
TL;DR: Colour Makes You Feel Good. That’s Reason Enough.
You’re not invisible. You’re not ‘too old’. And you definitely don’t need to shrink into beige.
Colour is a superpower — use it.