Fashion essentials for women over 40

The older we get, the more cards we end up collecting. A checkbook-sized wallet is a better choice.

NEW YORK: Women in their forties can invest in a chic and expensive handbag or opt for leather gloves to look age-appropriate.

Here’s a list of fashion items that should be in every 40-year-old's closet, reports huffingtonpost.com.


A nice handbag: Spoil yourself and buy an expensive handbag that is hard to justify. You earned it.

An evening coat: A coat that looks appropriate with a fancy dress and heels should be in your closet for sure.

Diamonds: They don't need to be huge, but something that can sparkle your day.

Leather gloves: They always look more polished and professional than a knit pair. Also, they don't get pulls. So, they won't need to be replaced frequently.

A variety of slips: Make sure you have slips of all different lengths to go underneath your sheer clothes.

A lounging robe: Robes made of silk and jersey can be worn while you are at home.

A checkbook-sized wallet: The older we get, the more cards we end up collecting. A small purse just won't do it.