5 Holiday 'Don'ts' That Age You | 1. Christmas Sweater

5 Holiday Pitfalls That Age You

The lights, the family, the magical time of year: you’d think that everything about the holidays would cast us grown-ups with a magical glow. If only. Here are 5 things during the holidays that can instantly make you look older:

By: Cynthia Nellis

January 3, 2011

Source: Getty Images

Why a Christmas sweater makes you look older: Who doesn't have an embellished Christmas sweater or vest lurking in the back of her closet? The kids — and grandkids – love us in these sweaters. But, as in-demand as the family makes these, no middle-aged woman ever looked younger wearing an embellished Christmas sweater. If you don't mind going granny for the holidays, then don away.

Another option is to dress festive in an outfit sans gingerbread men and candy cane motifs. A solid red sweater brings the cheer without the aging effects of the embellished Christmas sweater.

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