Daphne Selfe: The Way We Wore
— by Alyson Walsh
While I recover from Beach Brain, here are some fabulous photos of Daphne Selfe. The 87-year-old model has written a book The Way We Wore about her ‘life in clothes’ (a memoir based on her diaries) and it’s out now. Having worked with Daphne as a fashion editor, I can vouch for her wonderful, enthusiastic attitude – and brilliant posture, achieved by doing her own version of yoga, every day. The new author has said ‘I creak a bit but I do look after my health.’
I think she’s more beautiful now than when she started modelling in 1950…
Discussion (17 Comments)
- Accidental Icon says:
Such an inspiration! To not only keep on looking groomed, stylish and elegant but to care for your health as well. Beautiful photos as well. The book sounds worth reading, thanks for letting me know about it.
Accidental Icon
http://www.accidentalicon.com - Mimi says:
What a stunning woman, and a great example to all of us of how beauty transcends age. Her hair is just fabulous, isn’t it?
- Catherine says:
I’m age-shamed! I am throwing all other iconic women out the window–she’s my new heroine and icon!!!! I need to read her book!!!
- tracy says:
Hi, I have ordered the book, I think she is amazing and I cant wait to read it, whatever she does on a day to day basis we all need to be doing it ! Don’t know if any one alse caught it but she was on Lorraine this week and her interview was fantastic, What a woman !
Tracy - Pamela Beverly-Quigley says:
Wow, gorgeous and inspirational! I love how her brilliant energy outshines even the most gorgeous attire! I am getting the book today.
~ Pamela
Patina & Hue
http://www.patinaandhue.com - LA CONTESSA says:
MY mouth is AGAPE with that photo of her and that HAT!LOVE The first outfit too!!!!!
A STUNNING woman with that LONG hair!NO ONE DOES THAT ANYMORE!
Did you tell us where to buy the book……..?I must GET IT! - TNMA says:
Tracy – we need to do our ‘own version of yoga’ or Daphne’s version of yoga – that could be her next book!
La Contessa – the styling is FAB! And there is a link to the publisher’s website (panmacmillan.com) within the post. - Catherine says:
Fabulous! I’ve just ordered the book 🙂
Happy Weekend xx - Julie says:
Daphne is simply more proof of my never ending argument with editors of magazines targeted at women over 40 about their refusal (in the main) to have the nerve/creativity/foresight (take your pick) to feature older models on their fashion pages. I defy any twenty-something model to look as stunning as Daphne in those outfits.
- Swan says:
What an inspiration. Just being able to have healthy enough hair that can be worn that long is a testament to her healthy lifestyle and great attitude. She is an inspiration and someone to look up to.
Vivre Age Perfect and thank you for showing us,
Swan
swan.nowlivinginfrance.blogspot.com - Linda B. says:
Daphne is a fabulous example of how to mature with style: with care for our selves, our bodies and our minds. I accidentally discovered pix of her a while ago and was blown away to think that getting older can mean getting fitter, getting sexier, staying stylish, and reaching our full potential. It’s NEVER too late! ☺ Looking forward to Daphne’s book. L.
- Carole Walker says:
What an uplifting presence. It is a joy to look at her. Such inspiration.
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