Could 40 be the new 20? According to lingerie retailers, more and more women in their 40’s and 50’s are choosing lacy and racy rather than the steadfast comfortable cotton these days. Popular television shows like Sex in the City and Cougar Town are said to be the reason women in this age group have been driving lingerie sales up.
With 40-something role models like Courtney Cox from Cougar Town and characters from Sex in the City wearing satin and lace, women are thinking of themselves as sexier. Annette Warburton, lingerie buyer for a British chain of stores, discusses why these actors are good role models for women. Warburton tells the Daily Mail that women of this age group are realizing just because they are married and have children it does not mean they should forget about their love life. She goes on to say that role models from shows like Cougar Town are giving women the confidence they need to see themselves in a different light.
In the past, the majority of lingerie consumers were women in their 20’s but now that women in their 40’s have stepped up retailers are scrambling to cater to the new age group. And since women in their 40’s usually have a bigger budget to spend on lingerie than women in their 20’s, retailers know how important it is to take notice. Marks & Spencer, a popular UK chain, recently launched a popular lingerie line targeted to this age group and have found that the most popular pieces are the raciest.
What do you think of the new trend of women in their 40’s buying lingerie?
Do you think shows like Cougar Town and Sex in the City have something to do with the new trend?
I think this is great. you should be able to fill comfortable in whatever you wear. I of course feel that the two shows impower when and can boost their confidence
mommy2all::
on May 19, 2010
If it makes you feel good about yourself...go for it! We are always seen as mom or even grandmother. It feels nice to to put on something to sexy to remind us that we are still a "hot momma"!
mustangshelly::
on May 19, 2010
From my smallest friend to my largest friend, we all have found our hidden diva at our local boutique. I have unleashed the power of the diva's in our small community by convincing all these women to feel sexy about themselves and their husbands will notice a difference. They did! Now we all go shopping once every 3 months for something new to wear for our men, and for ourselves!
jammielynn::
on May 19, 2010
I think it's because people take better care of them selves these days.
vdcohen123::
on May 21, 2010
You're as sexy as you feel no matter what your age. Be wild, crazy and beautiful for life is too short.
julecoc::
on May 24, 2010
40... 20... what's the difference? I think it's great women of all ages are embracing their bodies. Sexiness is for everyone!
april28::
on May 31, 2010
I'm not 40 or 50 yet but just give me a little while. I think this is incredibly liberating and wonderful. Let's face it, there's probably more of this population with disposable income and what a great way to spend it. Make yourself feel good, sexy. Anytime you can boost your confidence and treat yourself, go for it!
Kristi::
on Jun 01, 2010
When I have on sexy lingerie, it boosts my confidence.
GypsyPink::
on Jul 24, 2010
I am 43 and I've worn sexy bras and panties since my 20s. I believe being sexy is a 'personal feeling" rather than an outward appearance. Beauty comes in all sizes and all ages.
