Wizened, Wise and Really, Really Cool

Photo: The Sartorialist

Looks like I'm not the only one who marvels at the preservation of dapper and ladylike style with flair from yestercentury, as displayed by our beloved and stylish elderly. New blog Advanced Style is a different kind of street-style blog in that its subjects of intrigue are from the "wizened and silver-haired set", as seen in the streets of New York. I'm not sure whether the women who have barely earned their seniors discount at McDonald's would appreciate being described as such, but the blog is a sincere tribute to those who brighten our day just to see them. Aren't their hats just the best?

I have a wonderful photo of my great-grandmother standing on the porch in the early 70s (she being in her late 70s), with her evergreen brooched wool coat and matching felt hat complete with demurely ornate flower embellishments, and proper patent pocketbook firmly in gloved hand, as if the outfit would fall apart without it. The best part is how tall and proud and 'together' she looks. Next time I'm home in Canada I'll be scanning that and sending it to you guys at Advanced Style. How she would have loved that.

Be sure to tip your hat and smile at the next silver-haired stylin' senior you see. They are true gems.

Zelda Kaplan, Philanthropist

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We would love to see the picture of your gram.

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