How Old Is Too Old to Wear a Bikini?

3 incredible examples of why it’s time to let go of aging stereotypes

Tonya S. Ware
3 min readAug 2, 2022
Woman splashes water in hotel pool. Wearing sunglasses and a burgundy print swimsuit, she throws her arms high to let water fall on her.
Photo by Karina Miranda on Unsplash

If you want to wear a bikini at your age — do it. Even if others disagree with your choice of swimwear, who cares? Make yourself happy. You’re not too old to wear a bikini.

It’s time to change the antiquated thinking of what getting older looks like. It’s time to stop confirming limiting beliefs.

As women age, they’re basically regarded as moms, grandmothers, and caregivers. Yes, women are all that — and much more.

Getting older no longer means standing over a stove with an apron wrapped around your waist and a grandchild hanging on your hip. No one should expect you to stay home while everyone else is out having a good time.

Unlike previous generations, women now know they can look fabulous and feel confident. Today’s moms and g-moms understand they can keep enjoying life.

50 is not too old to wear a bikini

As more women prove that two or three digits (your age) don’t have to define you, aging will have fewer stigmas.

Donna D’Errico, the 54-year-old Baywatch star, upset some folk when she posted a picture of herself in a bikini. Instagram critics shot comments…

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Tonya S. Ware

Live healthy, age well, laugh, and have fun. Let’s make it happen. tonyasware@gmail.com