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12 of the most stylish women over 50 to follow on Instagram.

Fashion trends fade but style is forever. That's something we've been reminded of recently.

Over the past few years, there has been a growing demographic of older women sharing their outfits and shopping tips on beautifully curated Instagram feeds. Their cool sense of style gives us daily inspiration and proves that with age comes a confidence in knowing what works.

But enough from us. 

Here are 12 such women you should follow immediately.

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Fifi Milne, @shopwithfifi

Why you should follow her: Australian ex-fashion editor Fifi Milne is brilliant at pairing staple wardrobe pieces that you can rotate for all occasions. Plus, she explains exactly how to do it and where she gets her pieces from.

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Janie Medley, @medleystyle

Why you should follow her: Janie loves colour, patterns and sequins, but styles them in a really approachable way. So if you're thinking of spicing up your wardrobe but you're a little scared to, she's a great lady to get inspiration from.

Image: @medleystyle. 

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Iris Apfel, @iris.apfel

Why you should follow her: Recently turning the big 100, Iris Apfel has been a fashion icon for decades. Maximalism is synonymous with Iris: the bigger the better, the bolder the better!

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Renia Jazdzyk, @venswifestyle

Why you should follow her: Renia's style is utterly fabulous. You'll want to stare at her photos all day.

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Jo Harvey Graham, @50sowhatofficial

Why you should follow her: Sydney-based Jo has effortless, Australian style. She also connects with her audience through her captions in a really authentic way. It feels like a conversation with an old friend.

Melinda, @chroniclesofmk

Why you should follow her: Brisbane-based Melinda shares her stylish outfits daily. She's a big fan of affordable Aussie labels.

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Arlinda McIntosh, @funkingafter50 

Why you should follow her: Arlinda is a Lady Startup and woman of colour who is passionate about fashion and the sustainable style movement.

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Lyn Slater, @iconaccidental

Why you should follow her: Lyn is not only one of the coolest ladies on the 'gram, but a university professor turned influencer. Her feed is impeccable.

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Grece Ghanem, @greceghanem

Why you should follow her: Grece has to come in second place for the coolest woman on the app. The personal trainer-turned-influencer has a knack for combining on-trend and timeless pieces.

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Violet B, @violeta.zuvela

Why you should follow her: This Melbourne-based mother of five always looks unreal. Plus, she's a big fan of affordable Australian retailers, which we love.

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Jenny Kee AO, @jennykeeoz

Why you should follow her: Jenny Kee AO is an Australian fashion designer, known as a pioneer of Australian style and design. She's known for her eclectic mix of patterns and colours, as well as her passion for showcasing Australian nature and the environment in her prints. 

Janet, @janetgunngratefulgardenia

Why you should follow her: The actress turned lifestyle influencer has a closet we would kill for. Enough said.

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This article was originally published on December 23, 2020, and was updated on December 30, 2021.

Feature Image: Instagram/@greceghanem  @iris.apfel @funkingafter50

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