How to wear five of the hottest Gen Z -Modetrends this summer – When You’re More than 50: Dinah van Tulleken

From Jelly Shoes to Bermuda -Shorts, you can Remember that it was wearing many of this summer’s trends the first time they were cool. But being older and wiser does not mean that you have to leave the people over 20, with their ironic attachments to Kitsch from the 80s and 90s, have all the pleasure.

With the right styling you can embrace these pieces, give your wardrobe a modern lead and prove that fashion has no age LIM14802753IT. Here is how you wear five of the bravest appearance of the summer with elegance and convenience …

1) Chic Bermuda -Shorts

Shorts, £ 86, Boden.com

They are back and they are everywhere. Have the bermuda shorts Return and the versions of this season are smart, tailor -made and surprisingly flattering. If you are an adult who wants to wear shorts, this DIGH-friendly variety is the way to do it. The trick? Go for clean lines, structured shapes and a high waist in crispy cotton or linen. Think of Princess Diana of the Service and certainly leaves the denim versions to the teenagers. Style with classic flats or adult sandals, they don’t have to be worn with heels. Good for the weekend, the office and on vacation, this is a trend with surprising versatility. To keep proportions flattering, opt for hems that decrease just above or below the knee.

Shorts, £ 49.99, Mango. comic

2) Grown Jelly Shoes

Yes, Jelly shoes. Before you recover from the memory of sunscreen shoulders and sandy feet, consider this: the row, the high temple of silent luxury, gave them his blessing. The adult version is subtle, sleek and ready for city. Skip the childish colors and choose elegant tones – black, navy or translucent neutral. A streamlined Jelly Ballet flat adds a playful lead to summer dresses or relaxing denim. Comfort is the key, but keep in mind that Jelly does not form as a leather – a little big for a more forgiving fit.

3) Refined hook

Stripe Knit -Dress, £ 195, Meandem.com

Crochet is not only reserved for the beach or for Sienna Miller Wannabes who wraft around Glastonbury. Designers such as Gabriela Hearst prove that the sculptural, elevated and even red carpet can be.

This summer crocheted crochet with an adult twist to neutral pallets (ivory, beige and black instead of intense rainbow felic ferments) and structured silhouettes.

Whether you are on a Mediterranean outing or just daydreaming over one, a hint of crochet brings immediately a relaxed sensitivity to your wardrobe. Avoid overly revealing styles – the key is coverage.

TOP, £ 148, Reiss.com

4) Edgy Studs

Rhodes Stud Belt, £ 40, Freepeople.com

Let’s be clear: we are talking about accessories, no leather jackets from the punk era. During a certain age, the refined way is to channel the Stud Trend via shoes, belts and bags. Studded Ballet Flats – Popular by Alaïa – ran ahead and then Acne Studios and Khaite extra attitude towards handbags and belts. Savings used, a sprinkling of studs is a stylish way to give your look a modern, somewhat rebellious turn.

5) Elegant butter

Midi -Dress, £ 130, nobodychild.com

Now light yellow is not known for its flattering properties. But this specific yellow, which was pale and refined instead of showy, is immediately youthful. This summer, buttery pastel tones are being re -invented as elegant neutrals. In combination with black, white or beige, a soft yellow jacket, pants or skirt can raise your garlic into something quietly luxurious. But never go from head to toe; A single piece in yellow is much more polished.

6) One to avoid: the milk girl dress

Romantic, puff-sleeved and impossible two, the milk girl dress is a favorite of gene-z but it is a trend that is admired the best of far.

Rusting levels and corset bodices often look costume -like and the risk in parody of everyone older than 25.