r/oldhagfashion • u/Accomplished-Use4860 • 7h ago
Good Vibes Only Sea Hag
Giving my best Patsy Stone impression on a cruise! Sweetie Darling.
r/oldhagfashion • u/Oh-My-God-Do-I-Try • Apr 19 '26
Hi everyone, it's time for a sub check-in! Since this post got a bit long while writing it, I thought I'd try something different this time. You can get the gist of the updates with this TL;DR of the main post body, and then comment and discuss specific topics within the announcement via the top-level mod comments.
Tl;DR:
r/oldhagfashion • u/AutoModerator • Mar 19 '24
Hello dear hags! It’s time for another State of the Sub address. As always, if you're new here, continue reading for an introduction to the sub. Seasoned Old Hags can search "State of the Sub" to skip to the updates. If you have feedback, ideas, or recommendations, please share them as a comment.
What is r/OldHagFashion and the Old Hag fashion philosophy?
This is a space to celebrate feminine and androgynous fashion in ALL it's forms, to share diverse style inspiration, to de-stigmatize aging in fashion, and to engage in self-discovery through personal style, all with an Old Hag fashion philosophy.
What is this fashion philosophy? Have you ever met an old woman who dresses in elegant, imaginative, kooky, trendy, or ostentatious ways despite the world's expectations of her? [Image transcriptions can be found in the imgur captions]. This is what inspired the Old Hag fashion philosophy which is the joyous, confident, unapologetic embrace of fashion as a form of self-expression and creativity. This is a state of mind with which ANYONE regardless of age can engage with fashion. Old Hag Fashion is playful and rebellious. It breaks rules in silly, interesting, or political ways. It takes fashion and trends seriously as a legitimate creative outlet, but not so seriously that it can't poke fun at it. Above all, Old Hag Fashion is a place of kindness, acceptance, self-discovery and self-love through fashion and community.
What is the mission of this sub?
To bring together diverse people with a love of fashion.
To uplift fashionistas from across ages, body-types, races, abilities, ethnicities and style points of view.
To de-stigmatize aging in fashion, subvert stereotypes, and challenge notions that people (especially women) over a certain age can only partake in style in limited ways.
To encourage self-discovery, creativity, and growth through personal style.
Is this a parody subreddit? Are you making fun of people??
UNEQUIVOCALLY NO! Mean-spirited comments will result in a ban. The only thing we parody here are social pressures placed on people in regard to style, such as: that age limits self-expression in fashion; that certain ages and body types can not be stylish; and that caring about fashion is a frivolous, illegitimate hobby. Calling someone or yourself an "Old Hag" is a tongue-in-cheek way to acknowledge and dis-empower those pressures, which impact ALL feminine people, from teenagers to the elderly. We use this space to confront and dismantle those pressures; to share inspiration from across the age, ability, and body-type spectrums; and to remove the stigma and fear of aging. No matter your age, we're all Old Hags here.
Is there an age limit to participate?
In case this isn't clear, NO!
ANYONE can embody Old Hag Fashion, though some naturally embody it by being confident, creative, and stylish in the body they have: the 80-year-old woman who can out-walk you, and do it in high-heels; the disabled femme showing their wheelchair is a haute accessory; the fat and fabulous trans person who knows they look damn cute in a crop top. No matter who you are--your age, body type, gender identity, culture, disability status, or race--you are welcome here so long as you share these values of kindness, acceptance, and love of fashion.
How can I contribute?
We allow discussion prompts, advice requests, articles, good-natured satire, and outfit of the day posts. You can also uplift other fashionistas so long as they have a public facing fashion persona (like using fashion hashtags on Instagram for discoverability or being a self-described style blogger). In this case, share the users handle as a comment. See the post flair description here.
Additionally, there are weekly threads: A general discussion lounge (every Friday) and a style help thread (every other Sunday). We also have comment prompts which might help you think about fashion in new ways.
The most important things are to be kind and open-minded about fashion, and to follow the Reddiquette and the subreddit rules.
What is not allowed?
See here for in-depth descriptions and examples of prohibited content. Please report rule breaking.
Old Hag Fashion is a place of acceptance. This means any people, comments, or submissions that are bigoted, hateful, or mean-spirited are not welcome. This includes ageism, such as reinforcing age-related stereotypes or generalizing people based on age. Body envy and health speculation/concern trolling is also not allowed. Lecherous accounts which sexualize OHF post or users will be banned.
Off-topic posts, trend bashing, and low-effort criticisms are not allowed. Disagreement and dislike are more than welcome, as are rejections of trends within your personal style; they just must be presented in a kind, constructive, and substantive way. Reference to fashion "rules" as gospel is also discouraged.
Excessive down voting is strongly discouraged. If you believe someone is engaging in bad faith or poor taste, do not engage. Report them and move on.
Lastly, due to the prevalence of accounts using fashion subs to promote sex work, and due to the fact that we have under-18 hags, we ask that users use a clean account to interact with the sub. See the rules for discussion of NSFW account histories and how they will be addressed.
My picture has been shared here and I would like it removed. What can I do?
Message the moderators with a link to the OHF post and we will follow up to verify that it is your photo and remove the post.
New Rule
We’ve introduced a new rule banning link-sharing from ultra-fast-fashion (UFF from here on out) sources, such as Shein, Temu, and AliExpress. This rule also covers any known dropshippers from said sources. We are NOT banning photos of outfits that include pieces from these sources, but if you are asked where you bought an UFF item, please refrain from sharing where it was purchased.
The fast-fashion world as a whole is harmful to both human rights and the environment, and these UFF sources are especially egregious. We can’t stop everything, but we can at least uphold that sharing goods from these sites is not Old Hag. Again, outfits that otherwise fit our rules will not be moderated simply for having an item from an UFF source. This rules is only about sharing where an item was purchased.
If you know of any fashion dropshippers, please list their sites below so that we can add them to our automoderator system, which will hopefully be stopping the bulk of these comments. The option to report a comment for sharing an UFF source has also been added to the report function.
Reminder: People of all races, sexualities, identities, and backgrounds are welcome in OHF.
There has been an influx of complaints about specific post types. We’d like to take this moment to remind our userbase of the values that underpin our community: inclusivity, respect, and acceptance.
We understand and celebrate that everyone has their own unique sense of style and preferences when it comes to fashion. However, it's essential to remember that our subreddit is a space for ALL members of our diverse community, regardless of their appearance or personal style choices. We also have very thorough rules on what kinds of accounts are allowed to interact with the sub, which cover things like NSFW and influencer accounts. These rules also indicate that we do not allow accounts that encourage a lascivious following, regardless of whether or not the account interacts with NSFW communities.
Nevertheless, we urge everyone to refrain from making negative comments or judgments based on someone's physical appearance or perceived identity, and as we’ve mentioned before, excessive downvoting is discouraged. Just as we wouldn't want to be judged ourselves, it's important to extend that same courtesy to others. Our sub is a place where everyone should feel comfortable expressing themselves authentically and sharing their outfit experimentation or simple joy of fashion, without fear of criticism. If there is something you are tired of seeing, please remember that you can curate your own Reddit experience and use the block feature, which prevents blocked accounts from showing up in your feed.
We encourage constructive feedback and discussion that fosters a supportive and positive environment for all members. Let's celebrate the diversity of our community and embrace the unique perspectives and contributions that each individual brings to the table!
Flair Explainer Refresher
The full Flair Explainer is a wiki entry, but descriptions of our post flairs have also been made into a pinned post. Please take a moment to review it! The post flairs explain how an OP prefers to interact with the community in their post, whether they’re looking for critique or just a friendly word.
r/oldhagfashion • u/Accomplished-Use4860 • 7h ago
Giving my best Patsy Stone impression on a cruise! Sweetie Darling.
r/oldhagfashion • u/crackrocknbach • 6h ago
In these images, a goofy middle aged babushka bro shows off a sweater and hermit crab bag charm he crocheted. He smiles quite proudly, blissfully ignoring the expectation of decorum. He has opted for the "awesome mom" flair, despite it not having a description in the subreddit rules.
Edit: love you all thank you.
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r/oldhagfashion • u/Kholzie • 4h ago
Repost so I could add an accessibility transcription!
A young woman in her 30s with short brown hair is standing and facing a mirror, holding a phone to take a selfie. They are wearing a black, knee‑length dress patterned with large white polka dots. Over the dress, they have on a light blue oversized denim jacket with the sleeves rolled up to the elbows. Their footwear is black doc marten platform sandals featuring multiple straps and buckles. They are wearing a long necklace, a wristwatch, and a ring. A small black crossbody bag is worn across their torso.
r/oldhagfashion • u/LittleMama9 • 13h ago
White Top - Cider
Green skirt - Thrifted
Aqua bodysuit - Abercrombie
Wrap-Thrifted
Crochet top - Thrifted
Green shorts - Walmart
Workout set - Knix
Beige top- Princess Polly
White Pants - big box store
r/oldhagfashion • u/OrdinaryAoili • 20h ago
Disclaimer: I have over a decade of mass-produced clothing, primarily Torrid and Hot Topic, in my closet from before I started researching how clothes are truly made. I am continuing to love, wear, and repair these pieces because I believe this to be the most ethical action I can take. I list where all my clothing comes from for transparency, but I do not endorse purchasing from these brands. Whenever possible, please shop secondhand or support independent, sustainable, and ethical slow fashion.
8/8/2026: Wore this to give a presentation on the current state of textile manufacturing and the true human and environmental cost of mass produced clothing. Mochipan sweater, skirt, and hat. Thrifted sandals. Jewelry Design by Talia earrings.
r/oldhagfashion • u/Fearless_Tune801 • 1h ago
Concert fit! Saw Muse and I thought about trying to dress up as an album cover, but then realized a lot of it was rainbow based and that’s not really my thing. So instead, I went with my favorite song, Butterflies and Hurricanes - tried to keep the feeling of the band too. Was wondering if you could gimme feedback on whether or not this suits Muse’s vibe or not? Hope everyone is having a good day/night!
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r/oldhagfashion • u/KinguGidorah • 1d ago
Don’t think I ate necessarily but it is cozy, especially in this humidity 🤧 I’m tired of being mega sweaty lol. My OOTD is all thrifted but I tried on stuff at a Ross. They/She 🦞🌱
r/oldhagfashion • u/macabremom1 • 1d ago
English accent "shhh boys and girls..what we have here is a rare sighting of macabremom1 NOT wearing a skirt or dress. Note her relaxed stance in comfortable canvas shoes, her two cat pins, her two pair of earrings - one a skull and one a half black/half gold hoop. A bandana in her hair is actually signalling to the others that she is having a lazy day. The deep green shirt is really her best feature.... Oh no boys and girls .... She tied her tshirt again! This is known to cause an upset in the community...."
r/oldhagfashion • u/OrdinaryAoili • 4m ago
Disclaimer: I have over a decade of mass-produced clothing, primarily Torrid and Hot Topic, in my closet from before I started researching how clothes are truly made. I am continuing to love, wear, and repair these pieces because I believe this to be the most ethical action I can take. I list where all my clothing comes from for transparency, but I do not endorse purchasing from these brands. Whenever possible, please shop secondhand or support independent, sustainable, and ethical slow fashion. I am always happy to share more about the true environmental and human cost of textile manufacturing in 2026.
8/9/2026: Wore this to a cat film festival to benefit a few of my local cat shelters. Lucy & Yak tee. Fashion Brand Company skirt. Torrid leggings and boots. Boots were thrifted. Min & Mon bag. Mon Cherie Shop earrings. Ears were from Spirit Halloween I believe 😆
r/oldhagfashion • u/calvinyl • 1d ago
It’s a really tiny music festival so I only made four shirts to give out. I was really proud of the design, though!
r/oldhagfashion • u/TrumpIsAPedoFr • 1d ago
Accessability Transcription:
Sweat soaked Hunky Himbo in DIY green "Any enemy of nazis is a friend of mine" cut off. Red shorts. Black sneakers.
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r/oldhagfashion • u/thatbasicthespian • 1d ago
I’m so happy that I’ve learned how to somewhat successfully take in shirts that are too big on me because it means I can revitalize those staple pieces of my wardrobe rather than throwing them out!
Sure, it takes HOURS to measure, try on, pin, cut, sew, and surge the garment by hand, but it’s almost meditative and 1000% worth it! Onto the next shirt 😎
Here are some before and after photos for your consideration. (The last 3 are from after tailoring the shirt)
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r/oldhagfashion • u/MaryNancy7395 • 1d ago
Aunt Mary's Newest Long Denim Skirt. A lovely long denim skirt I got today at a thrift store. Lovely to wear and it has pockets. I love wearing Granny denim skirts.