As a fashion editor I laugh every time the fashion industry proclaims, These are the hottest trends.

That’s because they often have very little to do with our real lives and bodies at age 50.

Bra tops and cutouts?

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Little bitty miniskirts and fluffy flip-flops?

What we actually need are sensible lifestyle clothes and accessories with just enough of a fashion twist.

Here are 10 to put on your try-or-buy list:

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Two women looking at a dress at a store

And, yes, even the basic white tee got a makeover this spring.

Slingback wedge espadrilles

We’re itching to take off oursneakersbut not ready for flip-flops or serious shoes.

A print midi dress

It simply works.

Gap Modern Squareneck Elbow Sleeve T-Shirt in fresh white; Old Navy Luxe V-Neck Tee for Women in white lilies; Universal Thread Women’s Short Sleeve Boxy T-Shirt in white

Wear it with boots now; flats, mules and sandals later.

A dark neutral color is what makes a print dress way more versatile and seasonless.

LifeStride Katrina Espadrille Wedge Sandal in black; Lucky Brand Mindra in black; Bobs From Skechers Desert Kiss in taupe

H&M Tie Belt Dress in light beige/leopard print; H&M Lyocell-Blend Dress in dark blue/beige checked; Who What Wear Women’s Flutter Short Sleeve A-Line Dress in black/white Womens Plus