‘In Celebration of Fashion for All Ages’ – an exclusive panel discussion
Daphne Selfe photographed by Philip Blythman
One thing I’ve learned from writing and editing That’s Not My Age for such a long time is how important it is to continue the conversation around ageing. Championing incredible people of all ages helps to chip away at ageist stereotypes and change attitudes. So, I am excited to announce that I’ll be hosting a panel discussion, on behalf of the Integrated Retirement Community Wallacea Living in Marylebone, on remaining stylish, confident and active throughout our lives; with special guests: Daphne Selfe, Jordan Trent and Sylvia Ezer.
Listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s oldest female model, Daphne Selfe has appeared on the catwalk and worked with numerous fashion brands and glossy magazines. In a career spanning nearly 70 years, she has been photographed by the likes of Mario Testino and David Bailey and featured in British Vogue, the New York Times and more.
Sylvia Ezer in the White Stuff campaign
By comparison, Sylvia Ezer is a relative newcomer. Discovered last year on a shopping trip, the 88-year-old was subsequently signed up for White Stuff’s autumn/winter advertising campaign. The retired drama teacher and former actor is delighted to have found this new creative outlet.
Jordan Trent
Jordan Trent is a 58-year-old stylist and influencer. Her hugely popular Instagram feed, The Elegant Stylist focuses on how to develop your personal look and feel confident at any age. She encourages women over-50 to express themselves, dress vibrantly and not save anything for best.
These women epitomise the notion of ‘living the time of your later life’. They champion a shared philosophy, celebrating the sense of achievement and fulfilment that comes from embracing life’s adventures and opportunities. This is something that Wallacea Living is on a mission to encourage, there is a huge focus on community, social connection and staying active.
At this exclusive ‘In Celebration of Fashion for All Ages’ event, there will be afternoon tea by The Vintage Tea Company, and the opportunity to ask questions and have an informal chat at the end of the session.
We do hope you can join us.
Wallacea Living
Address
Wallacea Living, 287a Edgware Road, London W2 1BY.
Date and timing
Tuesday 20 February 2024
2pm until 4pm
The panel discussion will take place at 2.30pm and last for approx. 30 mins.
RSVP
To book a place please visit https://wallacealiving.com/events
Spaces are limited – book now to avoid disappointment!
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Discussion (11 Comments)
Now that you mention it, Boadicea…I could save some quotes and write a quick summary!
Libby Wilkie says:
Any chance you would record video? Or open on Zoom? I’m in US so can’t be there !
Cindy from Canada says:
I remember Daphne Selfe from the documentary “Fabulous Fashionistas”. A woman who displays class and elegance.
All the best with the get together on the 20th.
Marjorie Smart says:
This sounds like such a great event! I have a whole section in my wardrobe of “ keeping for special occasion” clothes, favourite things that are hardly worn for fear if being too “ dressy” in our casual culture!
bonnie f says:
I am recommending Lynn Slater’s book – How to Be Old, Lessons in living Boldly that is coming out in March. She of “Accidental Icon:” fame. She never disappoints in her analysis of herself and how being old has given her new perspectives. This is no self-help book with the same suggestions you’ve heard before..
Thanks, Bonnie. I know Lyn and agree with everything you’ve said. She is brilliant! – and I love her take on ageing, and style. I’m really looking forward to her book. We had a really good chat about it in NYC recently and I’ll be featuring an interview or extract on TNMA. Watch this space!
JoanCecile says:
Boadicea, at 85, I can relate. Over here on the West coast, USA, I stood in long lines with my mother for ration books, and we made due. She was a creative seamstress and I still remember some of the clothes she made us. Before a dress was tossed or made over, it was stripped of usable zippers, buttons, etc. Now I try to reuse everything, without becoming a hoarder! A hug to you from around the globe.
Alyson, I look forward to hearing about your event. Will be there in spirit.Lesley says:
Daphne Selfe is a living legend! A beautiful, elegant woman and an example to us all! I, too, remember her from The Fabulous Fashionistas, those wonderful, inspirational women, and I still follow her on Instagram.
Thanks to Bonnie for the heads-up on Lynn Slater’s book.
Good luck with the event. It would be great to have feedback!
Mrs Tonia 
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Oh, I can sooo relate to Jordan’s plea not to save everything for best. As a war baby ((83+) I grew up seeing everything re-used – recycling isn’t new, you know! – and when something, clothes especially, happened to be new-bought, then yes, they were designated best. They only saw daylight for high days and holidays and then went back ‘inside’. Thus, they were never taken for granted. Stuff was cherished. It was precious. It was not to be wasted. And therefore it was greatly appreciated. And all that has stayed with me. I hoard plastic bags and use them time and again. I save Christmas paper and make gift tales from last year’s festive cards and many of my clothes are years and years old. And I still save certain pieces for best. For ‘going out’. I am still that child watching her grandmother scrape the last of the margarine off its wrapping and machining an extra piece to my dresses as I grew up but not out, and years later, I remember being the young wife cutting off her husband’s shirttails to give his work-shirt collars a longer life, another wartime trick. I don’t do the latter nowadays but I still wince at the waste I see around me. I’m not mean, I just know how valuable resources are. And you know what? I’m proud of my savings!
Sorry, went a bit off-piste there! Back to the point: as far as fashion for all ages goes, I’m all for it. I get great pleasure rummaging through charity shop and market stalls et al to add to my going-out wardrobe. Not that I live the high life but when I do emerge, I like to think I’m my own version of dark academic meets boho chic (winter) with summer being along the lines of coastal grandma meeting college grad – even at my great age!
Your planned get-together is bound to be interesting, Alyson and will surely be a sell-out. What a great idea! You’re planning to report back, I hope?