In our earlier article "The Five Best Male Fashion Bloggers and Influencers to Follow if You Are Over Thirty", we noted that it has been, historically, much more challenging for sartorially minded men to find good fashion and lifestyle advice than women. However, if you are a man of a certain age, the challenge can seem even greater because the younger generation's idea of a good outfit might not correlate with your idea of a stylish look. Recently, though, more people over the age of fifty have been thriving on social media. According to Ofcom's 2020 report, eighty-two per cent of 45 to 54 and fifty-five per cent of 55 to 64-year-olds use social media, and their presence as influencers is increasing. As our previous article noted, knowing where to start looking with the entire internet at your feet can be challenging. That's why we've compiled five influencer recommendations to start you on your journey.
#1 dapperclassic @dapperclassic
Dapperclassic is a traditional menswear enthusiast with over one hundred thousand followers on Instagram. He posts daily and demonstrates how to combine colours, fabrics, and patterns for exquisite smart suit looks.
#2 Nick Wooster @nickwooster
With over one million followers on Instagram and more than thirty years working in fashion at brands such as Bergdorf Goodman, Calvin Klein, and Ralph Lauren, sixty-three-year-old Nick Wooster knows some things about style. His posts feature looks for everyone, from formal to athleisure to smart-casual.
#3 Nick Pearce @therealnickpearce
Fifty-three-year-old Nick Pearce started as a model in his twenties before becoming a professional snooker player. He has recently returned to modelling and even dabbled in acting. His page combines traditional menswear with everyday smart-casual looks that can provide inspiration for the stylish older gentleman.
#4 Irvine Randle @irvinrandle
Irvine Randle was a school teacher who accidentally became a fashion internet success at fifty-four. Now, he posts inspirational style photos on Instagram and curates a website with tips on fashion, grooming, and fitness. He also owns a shoe company and founded the SilverFox Squad, whose goal, in their words, is to "inspire other men and motivate people around the world through the power of style and our creative fashion minds". His Instagram mixes traditional suiting and more fashion-forward pieces.
#5 Alessandro Manfredini @threalalessandromanfredini
Fifty-something sculptor and graphic designer Alessandro Manfredini discovered his passion for fashion in the last five years. His mix of classic tailoring and everyday clothes on Instagram has garnered him a significant following, looking to benefit from his outstanding eye for style.
We hope this has helped you on your journey to a better-dressed you!
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