Advanced Style

by Danielle Combs

In today's youth-centric society, the celebrities that tend to garner attention in the limelight are young (and perky) 'It Girls'. Fashion is most notably the one industry that discriminates the silver-haired-set and only seems to acknowledge the twenty-something's that tend to dominate the scene. Ari Seth Cohen, blogger and photographer of Advanced Style has attempted to bridge this rather large age gap by showcasing a myriad of older women who possess a savvy sense of style and self-awareness. Cohen's distinct perspective on what it means to age as a woman is expertly documented and truly depicts that despite the absence of youth, women can look and feel beautiful at any age.

Iris Apfel
Iris Apfel gives proof that eccentric, bold clothes and vivid accessories are always in season. Apfel is able to masterfully combine textures, bold colors, stacks of bracelets and her signature oversized round sunglasses for a look that mimics her colorful personality.

Linda Rodin
Linda is most notably recognized for her eponymous skincare line, Rodin that boasts luxurious hair and skin oils. Most recently, her eclectic and contemporary sense of style has garnered attention in the fashion indsutry. Her signature look includes a swipe of bold lipstick, long silver locks and a slew of expertly picked sunglasses.

Linda Fargo
Linda Fargo is most notably the youngest woman on this list and also happens to be the Fashion Director at Bergdorf Goodman. Fargo possesses a discriminating eye when it comes to spotting under-the-radar designers and designs. Her own sense of style is polished, feminine and harmoniously ties together rich textures, colors and patterns.

Carmen Dell'Orefice
Carmen Dell'Orefice is the oldest working model and proves that a more seasoned women can truly captivate the fashion industry. With spellbinding looks and a rather glamorous, opulent style Dell'Orefice is leading the pack of older women who can and want to model. 

Photos courtesy of Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Matches, Advanced Style, Style.com.