Older divas choose to go short

Older divas choose to go short

Hollywood hotties, on the better side of 40, seem to be choosing to dress younger. While the elegant and usually camouflaging gowns are still a part of their wardrobes, many have lately opted to keep those dresses inside and made red carpet appearances dressed in shorter numbers.

Observers feel that this cyclical trend usually marks its entry when these actresses-fashionistas in the West feel that they need to affirm their 'forever young' status, through these appearances. Sometimes, they try to create a connect to the onscreen characters that they portray, using that as a veil to mask their age, while other times, they just try to piggyback on either a stylist or designer, in the pretext of promoting their creations.

Right from people like Kylie Minogue, Cher and Madonna to Meg Ryan, Demi Moore and Sharon Stone, everyone has, at some point of their career, tried to create this 'I'm still young' facade.

Observers point out that showing off those well-maintained legs in a short number is one of the easiest ways to portray oneself as young.

While short dresses are a sure shot way of hiding one's age, there are a few other styling mantras that one can keep in mind when choosing to opt for that younger look.

Here's a ready guide that will help you put together a wardrobe that will help you appear younger:

Show off those legs: Shorter dresses and skirts are always a great way to ensure that you not just feel young, but also grab all the attention.

Wear the right fits: Apart from short numbers, even when sporting those formal trousers or jeans, opt for shorter, right-fitting tops, as opposed to the more stocky options.

Armed to impress: Don't go conservative with your sleeves either. Try showing off a little skin when it comes to your tops or dresses, as far as your arms are concerned. Be that tease, we say.

Let your hair loose: Remember, the best way for one to look young is to wear your hair young. Wearing your hair loose always ensures that, as opposed to tying up up.

Jennifer Aniston, 44, recently chose to appear in short dresses on two of her public appearances. While she opted for a floral, peasant print dress on one, she chose an LBD with some structured sleeves and a thick black leather belt on the other occasion.

Eva Longoria, 38, was recently spotted sporting shorter numbers on two occasions. While she opted for a white sleeveless dress on one occasion, she went uber chic for the other, when she sported a shimmering black number, wowing everyone present
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