So he asked them to pose in the clothes left behind at the laundry to show the world that fashion is fun and that your age doesn’t stop you from looking stylish. Saying that everyone can look stylish is not an empty platitude, though: appearance really does matter, even if you’re 120 years old and living in a care home. Put simply, dressing well and choosing what to wear helps seniors maintain their dignity, self-esteem, and helps them express their identity.