Category Archives: Style
Just for Fun: Senior Fashion Is More Than Just a Fashion Statement
We’ve posted in the past about Ari Seth Cohen’s Advanced Style book, blog, and film, and applauded his efforts to spark an awareness about senior style that had been ignored. His subjects include people who can afford to shop at … Continue reading
“Baddie” Winkle, 87, Takes Internet by Storm
“Helen Van Winkle is 87 years old. On some days, she likes to wear floral dresses and drop earrings. On others, she’ll wear a sweatshirt plastered with a hyperrealistic print of Justin Bieber over green-rose-patterned leggings and a clutch of … Continue reading
Designing with Style for People with Disabilities
“Think of all the accessibility amenities you’ve gotten used to seeing since July 26, 1990, the day the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law: Wheelchair ramps leading into government buildings; support rails in restroom stalls; ATM keypads and … Continue reading
Gray and Stylish
Over the last few years, there’s been a noticeable increase in activity online and off in support of stylish seniors. In 2013, a conference at the London College of Fashion “announced itself with a chat with Advanced Style’s Ari Seth Cohen, … Continue reading
Michael Braun: Fashion Designer for Jimi Hendrix
“Braun was Hendrix’ fashion designer from 1968 until the rock legend passed away in 1970. Among the iconic Hendrix threads Braun created was his Woodstock outfit and a jacket that hangs with his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame display … Continue reading
What’s Your Favorite Writing or Drawing Instrument?
Do you have a favorite writing or drawing instrument — something that makes you feel more creative, more connected to your work, or is just more fun to use? The New York Times asked for the favorite choices of eight talented … Continue reading
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Photographer Bill Cunningham Gets Tribute at Fashion Week
“It was an emotional start to Fashion Week for legendary street style photographer Bill Cunningham. Wednesday night (9/3) at his ‘Fashion Icons’ talk with NYFW creator Fern Mallis at the 92nd Street Y, the 85-year-old Cunningham choked up multiple … Continue reading
