By PAGE Editor

Midi dresses are the perfect way to show off your curves and style all at the same time. They can be worn by women of any age, and there are so many different ways to style them. Whether you’re young and trendy or more mature and sophisticated, there’s a midi dress out there for you. Keep reading to learn how to wear a midi dress at any age!

Wearing a midi dress in your 30s

The 30s can be an interesting decade. At the start, you may be riding that youthful glow from your 20s, and by the end, you may have mellowed from some major life decisions. Whatever the midi dress you choose, the story you want to tell is shown in how you style it. Let’s kick off with a classic, black example.

The Claude Dress. Image: Alamour The Label

The Claude Dress hugs the figure and sticks to a single shade. It showcases a 30-something’s best assets—and let’s be real: in your 30s, you’re still far from ‘middle-aged’. If you want to frame your fabulous figure with mature, minimalist attire, then we recommend a blazer in contrasting colour—in the case of the Claude Dress, this would be grey or brown—and some sandals or high heels.

(For the Claude Dress in particular, a pair of Belle High Heels would look fab.) In a more casual setting, trade in the blazer and sandals/heels for a trench coat and sneakers. A fitted, figure-elongating midi dress like this one makes for a versatile addition to your wardrobe. Stick to contrasting blocks of colour for a classic look that’s one tier up from the party dresses of your 20s.

Wearing a midi dress in your 40s

By the time you’re 40, you are considered to be ‘the youth of old age, and your midi dress should reflect that. Now is the time to embrace prints and bright colors. If too much detail is OTT in your book, we recommend you stick with one solid color.

The Elaine Dress. Image: Alamour The Label

The Elaine Dress is a beautiful floral frock that flatters the waist but maintains modesty with long, puffy sleeves. This is a great way for more mature women to say, “I’ve still got it, but please do not touch”. A great way to finish off the Elaine Dress? With a pair of Cinderella Heels. In fact, heels and a clutch to match the floral pattern (or the baby blue) would be to die for. 

The Vallara Dress. Image: Alamour The Label

For more formal occasions, we suggest the show-stopping Vallara Dress. It’s not the same color, but this is the closest midi approximation we have to Meryl Streep’s golden Lanvin gown from the 2012 Oscar awards. We could see a 40-something woman adding even more sparkle to this shimmering mesh fabric. Dresses like this one light up a room and are a picture of formal, sophisticated elegance. To elevate the sophistication, pair such a dress with kitten heels. If you’re wanting to further embolden this ensemble, may we suggest a pair of statement heels? In any case, you should finish the look with a trench coat to complement your dress.

Wearing a midi dress in your 50s

So, you’ve made it to half a decade. If you haven’t already done so, this is your time to try on some sophistication for size. We’re thinking of a classic, elegant little number in black. Exhibit A:

The Marigot Dress. Image: Alamour The Label

For those of you wanting something form-fitting yet flowing, we recommend something similar to the Marigot Dress. It’s fitted at the waist, and its line of buttons trails down the center, stopping at thigh-level to let the lower fabric fly free. This is a smart stylistic choice as it is not only slimming, but it allows you to show some leg. This formal yet fun midi would look fabulous with some black high heels and a black, leather Chanel backpack.

Wearing a midi dress in your 60s

The beauty of being 60? You simply do not care. You’re energized and feeling more alive than ever because, chances are, you’re finally free of responsibility and commitment. That calls for a glass of champagne.

When it comes to dressing for this age, we’re thinking of a midi with short or three-quarter sleeves. If you’re a fan of prints, this is the decade to break out the vertical stripes (if you haven’t already). This flattering print will have a slimming effect on anybody at any age. To complete the look, a small handbag and a pair of pumps may just do the trick. Remember, beauty is a timeless and elusive concept. Like love, it means something different to almost everyone. This is how you should also think of your style.

Wherever you’re at…

This concludes our midi dress recommendations for any age. Midi dresses aren’t necessarily made with age in mind, but there are some looks that help to enhance various aspects of varying age groups. The older you get, for example, the more you may want to let go of frilly embellishments in favour of classic vibes or sophistication. Whatever your decision, so long as you own it with confidence, you’ll be doing it right. What’s in your wardrobe?

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