Too Old For A Bikini?

Filed Under: Anglophilia Fashion Smashion

How old is too old to decide to wear a bikini?

According to British Vogue editor, Alexandra Shulman, there shouldn’t be an age limit on the two-piece swimwear.

It’s all about your attitude and less about your age says Shulman. Adding:

"I defy anyone claiming there should be an age limit on bikini wearing. Certainly with the loss of muscle tone and wear and tear that women's bodies suffer as time passes, the bikini becomes an increasingly difficult option the older we become.

But as in so many things, the divide between one-piece and bikini wearers is less to do with age than attitude.

As we get older, more and more bits of our bodies need to be rearranged and carefully circumnavigated - and catering to this is central to the success of whichever bikini we eventually settle on."

And yes, although at 63, Helen Mirren did look great in a red bikini, it might not be the best beachwear options for everyone.

Or is it?

What do U think about wearing bikinis, ok at any age or just for the young?

[Image via WENN/Chris Connor.]

Tags: bikini, swimwear, vogue

Posted: July 27, 2010 at 1:00 pm