For generations, the most stylish women have understood a quiet truth: looking expensive has very little to do with spending a lot of money. It is, instead, an art form built on a foundation of clever techniques and timeless principles. The idea that we must overhaul our style or retreat into the background after 50 is perhaps the greatest fashion myth of all. In reality, this is the very moment your personal style should reach its most authentic and elegant expression, guided by wisdom and self-assurance.

Today, we are pulling back the curtain on seven of these transformative secrets. These are not rules, but rather powerful tools that will allow you to refresh your current wardrobe and approach each morning with a renewed sense of confidence and polish. Whether you’re working with beloved pieces you already own or mindfully building a new collection, these strategies will fundamentally change the way you get dressed.