Should Older Men Wear Shorts Over 40? | Feedback Series | Ashley Weston
About this video
Weston addresses viewer questions about whether men over 40 should wear shorts by evaluating two gentlemen in their 40s and 60s. She analyzes their outfit choices, compliments their overall styling, and offers specific feedback on fit, proportions, colors, and accessories to refine their looks.
Key takeaways
- Weston argues that while men over 40 should ‘consider’ avoiding shorts, it’s not a definite rule—individual fit and proportions matter more than age alone
- Weston recommends belts match shoes within one to two shades and advocates for subtle, streamlined belt buckles that don’t draw attention to the midsection
- Weston suggests shorts should have proper length and proportion relative to the torso; she recommends chino pants as a potentially better alternative for older men but notes well-fitted shorts can work if proportions are balanced
Episode details: published May 21, 2020 · 26K views · 5:33 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Ashley Weston’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are hers, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.
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