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• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Part One: Clothes
• Method 2 of 4: Part Two: Accessories
• Method 3 of 4: Part Three: Hair
• Method 4 of 4: Part Four: Makeup

If you want to celebrate 100 of something - your hundredth day at school, your hundredth customer, etc. - think of an interesting way to do it, for example - dressing up as a 100-year-old woman. This costume can be worn for Halloween or masquerade. And the best thing about it is that everything you need for it can be found at your home or at a thrift store.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Part One: Clothes

1. 1 Find a long dress or skirt. The hem should be below the knees, at calf or ankle level.
   • Roses, chintz, small floral patterns are the best options. Geometric patterns and large flowers sometimes work as well, but only if they look old-fashioned.
   • Don't use bright colors. It is better to prefer neutral, pastel tones of the most boring shades.
   • The shape of the dress or skirt is very important. An ideal straight, loose fit, as well as the shape of the case. Avoid tight-fitting clothing.
2. 2 Find a matching blouse. If you decide to wear a skirt, then you need a long-sleeved blouse with buttons in white or light pastel color.
   • The cut of the blouse should be loose and straight.
3. 3 Throw on a shawl or sweater. Old women are more sensitive to cold than young people. Throw a shawl over your shoulders or wear a simple cardigan.
   • If you choose a shawl, go for a knitted or cotton one. Lace, floral prints, and solid colors will do. Throwing the shawl over your shoulders, secure it with a pin in the front.
   • If you chose the cardigan option, just put it on. Choose a straight silhouette and uniform color.
4. 4 Wear simple shoes or slippers on your feet. Think about what kind of shoe the old woman would be comfortable in. Go for plain white workout shoes or cushioned boots.
   • Athletic shoes should be as simple as possible. Give preference to canvas shoes.
   • The same rule applies to leather boots. Ideal colors are dark brown and black.
5. 5 Put on your stockings. Instead of socks, wear knee-highs or stockings to the waist.
   • Keep stockings simple. No textured leggings or printed tights!
   • The choice of color is also important here. Flesh, white, and ivory work best. Avoid black and colored stockings.

Method 2 of 4: Part Two: Accessories

1. 1 Wear vintage-style jewelry. Prefer large brooches, beads or earrings. Choose jewelry in classic colors and metals, and avoid fashionable items.
   • Large pearls and large solid stones work best. The necklace is made from a string of pearls or beads, and pearl earrings will adorn the ears.
   • Classic metals are a good option. Gold often looks older than silver, but simple silver jewelry works too. Avoid "trendy" metals such as blackened silver and rose gold.
2. 2 You can wear a hat or headscarf. These accessories are optional, but some hats are an indispensable attribute of old ladies. If you can't find a suitable hat, tie a simple kerchief over your head.
   • When choosing a hat, give preference to the style of the early 20th century. Imagine that you are an old woman whose height of youth fell on the 20s, 30s and 40s.
   • Kerchiefs and scarves give the look of antiquity. Tie a scarf so that it covers the top of your head; make a knot under the chin or at the back of the head. Avoid bandana-style shawls; instead, go for white and a traditional floral print.
3. 3 Put on your glasses. Because eyesight often deteriorates with age, many old women wear glasses. Choose the simplest round or rectangular frame. Cat-eye glasses are also suitable for your look.
   • If you don't have glasses, buy inexpensive reading glasses. They usually work like a light magnifier, but if your eyes feel uncomfortable in them, just squeeze out the lenses and wear the frames.
   • You can find a matching pair of glasses at thrift and second-hand stores.
4. 4 Hang a purse on your hand. Choose a small one, better with short handles than a long strap.
   • Wear your purse at the crook of your elbow.
   • In accessories, follow the same rule as in clothes - the simpler the better. Pure colors are preferred over prints and patterns.
5. 5 Walk with a cane or walker. In old age, it is difficult to walk on your own, so you can push the walker in front of you if you find it. If not, just hobble around using a walking stick.

Method 3 of 4: Part Three: Hair

1. 1 Put your hair in a bun. If your hair isn't long enough, style it in a simple bun at the back of your head at the base of your neck.
   • If you find it difficult to make a traditional bun, you can make it look like it with a hair tie. Ponytail your hair. During the last twist of the elastic, do not pull the ponytail all the way through it; instead, pull the hair out just enough to create a bump. Secure the ends with a second rubber band.
2. 2 Curl short hair. If your hair is too short for a bun, use small curlers to curl it.
   • If you don't have curlers, use bobby pins to create tight curls.
   • The idea is to create tight, fine curls that frame the face. Smooth, large curls won't work for the look you want.
   • You can leave the curlers in your hair. This will create a "home" look. But make sure the curlers are well secured or they may fall off during the day.
3. 3 Powder your hair with flour or baby powder. This simple trick will make your hair look grayer. But the less the better. You want to achieve a faded color, but the powder in your hair should not be very noticeable.
   • Powder your head evenly. It is better to sift it, as it were, and not distribute it through the hair with your hands.
   • When done, shake your hair to break up clumps and distribute the powder. You can also use a comb through your hair to do this.
   • Sprinkle hairspray on your hair to keep the powder from falling off.
   • Baby powder and flour can be easily washed off with shampoo. Powder is easier to rinse off than flour.
4. 4 Consider buying a wig. You can buy an inexpensive gray or white fancy dress wig. It can be found in specialized stores.

Method 4 of 4: Part Four: Makeup

1. 1 Use a cool foundation. Apply it to the skin, giving the face an aged yellowish-grayish tone.
   • Use a beige, cool tone, even if your skin is warm. Basic foundation will work as well, but it will be easier for you to create an image with a foundation that has a pronounced yellow undertone.
   • Using a makeup brush or sponge, apply the tone to your face and neck.
   • When you're done, your skin color should be paler than usual, but still look natural and vibrant.
2. 2 Use brown eyeliner to draw the wrinkles. Take a closer look at yourself: natural wrinkles form on your face when you smile or frown.Draw them in with eyeliner, then blend it to almost blend in with the skin.
   • Smile, frown, or make a face to create wrinkles. Even in young people, with different grimaces, folds are formed, which turn into wrinkles with age.
   • Lightly trace the brown pencil around the wrinkles around the eyes and mouth. Don't use gel liner.
   • Use an eyeliner that matches your skin tone and slightly emphasize the wrinkles you have drawn.
   • Use a cosmetic sponge to mix two shades. This will make the lines look more like real wrinkles and the presence of the pencil less obvious.
3. 3 Add blush. Apply a small amount to the apples. The point is to make it obvious that you are wearing makeup instead of giving it a natural look.
   • Try using a cream blush instead of crumbly. Both will work, but the creams will look more pronounced.
4. 4 Apply lipstick to your lips. Choose a matte finish lipstick in a classic shade. Avoid glitter and lip gloss.
   • Don't be afraid to use brighter colors than you would normally use in your day-to-day life. Deep pink or red will work. Avoid hot pinks and fiery reds as they are too eye-catching.
   • Lips become thinner as you age, so you can apply a beige lip liner or concealer around the perimeter of your lips to visually thin them.