How to dress your age: Fashion Rules for Every Decade

No doubt these thoughts have gone through your mind when you've stood in front of the mirror: Am I dressing like my mother? Do I look like I'm wearing my daughter's clothes? Am I dressing age appropriately? With all the boundary breaking in fashion today, it is not always clear who should wear what.

First and foremost, style is about inner confidence. If you are 50 and dare to wear a mini, more power to you. If you tend to err on the safe side but still like to be in the fashion game, there are plenty of interesting and chic options out there for you, no matter what your age.

How to consider when dressing for your age:

20s: For fashion, there are no boundaries for twenty-somethings. For the personal style and adding whimsical touches you can get away with only when you're younger, whether that means playing with color, mixing and matching.

30s: More pulled-together, serious looks are what your 30s are about, but you don't have to be a total square. The trick is to experiment with fashion-forward styles while maintaining a level of polish.

40s-50s: Refined, Classic silhouettes and colors may start to dominate your wardrobe, but each piece should be full of personality. Tailoring and structure are key, as are clean lines and fuss-free pieces in a simple palette.

60s-70s: Elegance is the idea. timeless and traditional pieces are the mainstays. Black, white, and red, the contrasting hues are the most chic. Fabrics should be of the highest quality, and tailoring is precise.