chai Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I say wear jeans as long as you believe you look good in them. The only thing I see as age-specific are certain fashions of jeans. Ripped-up jeans (though, truthfully, I hate them on everybody, but I digress), extreme fades, super skinnies, etc. look strange on someone older than, oh, say 22. :tongue_smilie: . Huh. I'm more than double age 22 and I wear of these. I just bought skinnies because I lost 15 pounds and they fit! Of course, I just put on purple eye shadow, so maybe I'm a bad example of old age. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicksMama-Zack's Mama Too Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Huh. I'm more than double age 22 and I wear of these. I just bought skinnies because I lost 15 pounds and they fit! Of course, I just put on purple eye shadow, so maybe I'm a bad example of old age. :tongue_smilie: I bought some skinny ripped up jeans from PacSun late last year ($5 each!) and I can't wait to wear them this summer with my vintage Batman T-shirt. Here' a link to my favorite look... http://youlookfab.com/2009/10/16/autumn-mom-on-the-go-flop-proof-outfit-1/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristinaBreece Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I bought some skinny ripped up jeans from PacSun late last year ($5 each!) and I can't wait to wear them this summer with my vintage Batman T-shirt. Here' a link to my favorite look... http://youlookfab.com/2009/10/16/autumn-mom-on-the-go-flop-proof-outfit-1/ Sub in a pair of Chuck Taylors (my faves are black satin with pink flowers embroidered on them--so cute!) for the boots in the top look, and that could be me on any given day. :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted March 14, 2011 Author Share Posted March 14, 2011 you mean like wearing a wool suit to go out to the barn? ;):lol: Now that I think of it, Chuckie, I think you should go to the nearest Salvation Army and try to find a pair of TACKY polyester pants, the tackiest you can find, preferably with a bunch of pulls. Buy THOSE and wear them the next time you see your mom. Wear them with a blouse with a HUGE ruffle. :lol: :lol: Christmas morning was interesting. She sent two outfits. One appropriate for a lady of a certain age, and the other appropriate for a 20-something club hopper. I don't think she knows what to do with me. I must be at that in-between age I keep telling dd that she is in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Never too old! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakereese Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Never too old for jeans!! :001_smile: Of course, they may be "mom jeans", but they are still jeans. :lol::lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I will always wear jeans, but taking a break from them for a few weeks, which is unheard of for me. I'm 50, I admit it. 50 is not old. Too old for jeans is never. That's silly. I wear Gloria V's, they have the lycra spandex which I used to not like, but your mom is just jealous because she didn't keep wearing them. Or maybe she's just not a jeans type of gal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Never! My mother is 87 this year and looks good in (real) jeans. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My FIL is nearly 90, he wears jeans every day. My grandmother is in her early 80's she wears jeans nearly every day. who cares what you wear, as long as you have some clothes on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Dh's grandfather wore jeans up to the day he died (he was 78). Jeans are not agists. They love to be worn by people of all ages :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4everHis Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My mom is 69 and still wears jeans. . . I'm thinking there's no age limit!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenKitty Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Never I hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I hope never because I'm physically incapable of wearing anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadiegirl Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I am 47 and I have never dressed for a "particular age." I try to look my best for my age...not dress where my husband or kids will be embarrassed but I think jeans are a universal clothing item and can be worn by all ages...wasn't aware that I would ever be too old to wear jeans! My father once asked me when I was going to act my age and dress my age and I quickly replied, "hopefully never!" Both my husband and I have to remind ourselves that we are middle-aged because we don't feel it! I color my hair and have since I was in my early 20s...I plan on pre-booking my hair appointment for my funeral...just like always...every 6 weeks.! Wear what makes you feel good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest momk2000 Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My mom is 80 and she still wears jeans. I'm 45 and never plan to stop wearing them. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 130. And if you live to be that old, you get to do whatever you want anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My dad who is 90 and my mom who is 89 look so darn cute in their jeans.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 130. And if you live to be that old, you get to do whatever you want anyway. :hurray: HERE HERE or HEAR HEAR :lol: I've never figured out which one it is :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieM Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Um, never? I don't expect to see mature gals wearing tight, extreme skinny-leg or low-rise jeans, but jeans are fine for any age! And I'm with you on those elastic waisted denim pants. For me, never! But I think it's really about what's comfortable for the wearer and appropriate for the situation (ie, some circumstances may call for one to come off more, polished, maybe, kwim?). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laundrycrisis Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I will wear jeans and whatever else I want until I drop dead in my tracks. I don't give a toot what anyone thinks. If my mom or anyone else said anything insulting to me about it, I would tell them to get over themselves and get a life that doesn't revolve around nitpicking other people's clothes. Probably the older I get, the more fashion "rules" I will break. I am sort of planning it that way ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmulcahy Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My Mom is 74 and she wears jeans. They are the kind with the elastic waist but they are jeans. She looks great in them:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herbalgirl Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I don't know if this has been mentioned, but weren't jeans originally made for ranchers or farmers, etc? The point being, they were made for adults. You are never too old for jeans!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo2 Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 . Is there an age when one should stop wearing jeans? I sure hope not because I'll be in trouble. I just can't imagine gardening, playing with the dogs, raking leaves, etc in anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadiegirl Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I am 47 and I have dressed for a "particular age." I try to look my best for my age...not dress where my husband or kids will be embarrassed but I think jeans are a universal clothing item and can be worn by all ages...wasn't aware that I would ever be too old to wear jeans! My father once asked me when I was going to act my age and dress my age and I quickly replied, "hopefully never!" Both my husband and I have to remind ourselves that we are middle-aged because we don't feel it! I color my hair and have since I was in my early 20s...I plan on pre-booking my hair appointment for my funeral...just like always...every 6 weeks.! Wear what makes you feel good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen in CO Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My mom wears jeans - and she's in her mid-60's. I think you are fine for a few more decades. I've finally convinced my mom that hoodies are the best thing to wear in CO. It gets windy here, and I love my hoodies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Never. (as in, you're never too old to wear jeans) :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I went to a book club get-together in January, and I couldn't help but notice that EVERY SINGLE WOMAN in attendance (about 20 of us) was in jeans. These are women ranging in age from about 35-early fifties. All of these women send their children to private school (except me because we're hsing). Your mom isn't wrong, she's just coming from a different generational perspective. Maybe you could put your hair in a beehive and don some cat's eyeglasses and see how she likes that. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I agree with the others- never too old for jeans! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FO4UR Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Too old for jeans is like too full for chocolate. It's impossible! I live in jeans, polo shirts, and hoodies/pull-overs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I haven't been able to wear real jeans in 2 years. :glare: After years of wearing almost nothing but jeans I developed some sort of reaction to the metals in the buttons of several different brands of jeans. I got the nastiest rash I've ever seen. I'd still wear them if I could though. My mom is 52 and she still wears them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HLDoll Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I would say, "Never." My mother, in her 50s, still wears jeans. And my very active grandmother, in her 70s, still wears them. I wear them almost every day and can't imagine purging my closet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britomart Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Jeans forever! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Maybe when you are to old to button and zip them? :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Nope. My mom is 67 and still wears jeans. She wears them with blouses and she looks completely age appropriate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Give up the hoodie before the jeans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delaney Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I don't know that there is an age limit for jeans! Now my mother opening discussing the comfortable thong she is wearing at age 67.........that's a different story:glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthiopianFood Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Um, not 43! :lol: I wanted to say "never," but then I thought about how it would look for an 80 year old woman to be wearing jeans. It would look funny to me, but that may be a generational thing (i.e. women who are 80 today didn't wear jeans when they were younger, so they aren't inclined to wear them now; women of my generation have grown up wearing them, so it might be perfecty common then). Ultimately, I don't want someone telling me what to wear, so I say, wear what you want! :001_smile: But no, you absolutely would not look odd (and I am ten years your junior). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayden Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Uh, hopefully like 115 years old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlessedMom Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Love, love, love my jeans........so for me the answer is, you are never too old to wear jeans! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cents Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Never too old for jeans! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I hope not, 'cause I'm older than you, honey, and I still wear 'em every day, LOL! My mom is 75 and she wears jeans just about every day, too.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ester Maria Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My mother is one of those who really believe there is an age limit to wearing jeans or wearing a long loose hair (a long braided / in a bun hair is "acceptable") and who really believe it's not "modest" and "presentable" after a certain age. :glare: When I was in my last year of high school (!) she started giving me all sorts of subtle and not-so-subtle hints that she thinks I should finally quit wearing jeans. She had all those talks about how "serious" people should dress and behave as opposed to how "children" do, and how women, especially, past certain age, should be aiming for "refined elegance" in dress, and stuff along those lines. I still wore jeans often (and I still wore my long hair unbraided and loose at times). :D Then she thought that I would at last quit with those things by mid to late twenties / marriage. With time I did slowly get rid of most of my jeans, wore them rarely, but I still owned a pair which I, to my mother's utmost horror, wore even after I got married for a while. I guess I stopped about my late twenties / early thirties, I don't think I wore any in a... while. :D But I don't think there's an age where you "should" stop wearing them, as long as they fit you well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertDweller Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I never knew you could be too old for jeans. I'm almost fifty and wear them all.the.time. in the colder months. My mil still wears them, and she's in her seventies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My mother is one of those who really believe there is an age limit to wearing jeans or wearing a long loose hair (a long braided / in a bun hair is "acceptable") and who really believe it's not "modest" and "presentable" after a certain age. :glare: When I was in my last year of high school (!) she started giving me all sorts of subtle and not-so-subtle hints that she thinks I should finally quit wearing jeans. She had all those talks about how "serious" people should dress and behave as opposed to how "children" do, and how women, especially, past certain age, should be aiming for "refined elegance" in dress, and stuff along those lines. I still wore jeans often (and I still wore my long hair unbraided and loose at times). :D Then she thought that I would at last quit with those things by mid to late twenties / marriage. With time I did slowly get rid of most of my jeans, wore them rarely, but I still owned a pair which I, to my mother's utmost horror, wore even after I got married for a while. I guess I stopped about my late twenties / early thirties, I don't think I wore any in a... while. :D But I don't think there's an age where you "should" stop wearing them, as long as they fit you well. But how do you slog? Assuming you do your own housework-how do you kneel beside the tub and scrub? I should just face it-I'm too messy to not wear jeans. If you don't believe it, let me tell you about the other morning when I was making green shakes, decided to pour some extra water from the Brita in. The lid then fell off, into the blender, and chunks of plastic and green viscous fluid went splatting all over me and my kitchen. What outfit can survive that but jeans and t shirts? :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 You're never too old for jeans. Or hoodies. At least I don't think so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 I wear jeans every day and a hoodie often, usually at soccer games or something and I'm 43. I didn't know you could be too old for jeans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 You are only too old for jeans if they are uncomfortable. One grandma wore them well into her 80s. She did gradually move into elastic waists when her fingers lost strength. My other grandmother stopped wearing them in her 60s. Her legs were very arthritic and she preferred to wear pants with more stretch in them instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Never! I mean I can't be going around in just my underwear. :tongue_smilie: :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 My mother is one of those who really believe there is an age limit to wearing jeans or wearing a long loose hair (a long braided / in a bun hair is "acceptable") and who really believe it's not "modest" and "presentable" after a certain age. :glare: When I was in my last year of high school (!) she started giving me all sorts of subtle and not-so-subtle hints that she thinks I should finally quit wearing jeans. She had all those talks about how "serious" people should dress and behave as opposed to how "children" do, and how women, especially, past certain age, should be aiming for "refined elegance" in dress, and stuff along those lines. I still wore jeans often (and I still wore my long hair unbraided and loose at times). :D Then she thought that I would at last quit with those things by mid to late twenties / marriage. With time I did slowly get rid of most of my jeans, wore them rarely, but I still owned a pair which I, to my mother's utmost horror, wore even after I got married for a while. I guess I stopped about my late twenties / early thirties, I don't think I wore any in a... while. :D But I don't think there's an age where you "should" stop wearing them, as long as they fit you well. But, what do you wear if you are out with a chainsaw taking care of the tree that fell across the driveway? Or, out in the muddy woods hiking? Good grief, no jeans? no long loose hair? Whoa. Quite a culture clash going here.:svengo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leanna Tomlinson Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 But how do you slog? Assuming you do your own housework-how do you kneel beside the tub and scrub? I should just face it-I'm too messy to not wear jeans. If you don't believe it, let me tell you about the other morning when I was making green shakes, decided to pour some extra water from the Brita in. The lid then fell off, into the blender, and chunks of plastic and green viscous fluid went splatting all over me and my kitchen. What outfit can survive that but jeans and t shirts? :tongue_smilie: I'm not EsterMaria, but I haven't worn a pair of jeans in 10 years. I find jeans uncomfortable. When others wear jeans, I wear yoga pants. When gardening, I wear a tougher workout pant made of parachute type material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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