Age is a state of mind. About the beauty and mission of the older generation talked with Larissa Zaverach

Age is not the numbers in the passport, but the state of mind – said the head of the country’s first studio of age models and fashion theater “Real Age”, winner of the Pierre Cardin medal for services in the field of fashion, beauty and art Larisa Zaverac. About the beauty and mission of the older generation – in the material correspondent of the agency “Minsk-Novosti”.

Bright, charismatic, attracting attention at first sight. Behind her beautiful shoulders is a rich life experience. There are big plans for the future.

- You can dress brightly, walk in heels and shine on the podium at any age, says L. Zaverach. Our models prove this successfully. They are well known not only in the republic, but also far beyond its borders. Recently, collections of costumes of Belarusian designers were presented at the first union meeting of citizens of the older generation “We are for active longevity”, and on October 7 we will have a show at the Belarusian Embassy in Russia.

Modeling in adulthood is a story about health, beautiful posture, acceptance of oneself and the world. My author's course "Age modeling as a means of recovery" includes a fashion show, acting, photoposing, choreography, work with a psychologist. In addition, classes are held in yoga, Pilates, stretching. Physical parameters are not important. Such activities help to accept and love yourself. And, thus, carry the main mission of the older generation: to demonstrate that age is not a number in the passport, but a state of mind.

- More than once I heard how the ladies asked grandchildren not to call them grandmothers and to address by name. However, you are not ashamed of your age. Why?

- I have certain life values and priorities. To deceive oneself, namely oneself, because everything is obvious to others - for what?

My husband and I lived for 40 years. I'm a happy wife, mother, grandmother. How can you be ashamed of that? Family for me is the basis and a great support. Husband, children, daughter-in-law, granddaughter are always in touch and, if necessary, will give good advice, help. I cherish my family very much.

Many people do not want to acknowledge their age. But let’s call it what it is: people get older over the years. And there's nothing wrong with that. There is a charm at every age, you just need to learn to accept it.

- How do you take care of yourself? Share your secrets.

- I've always paid attention to appearance. For me, beauty is natural: without catchy makeup, experimenting with hair, a plume of toilet water.

For several years, I have been peeling my face with retinol, a biologically active form of vitamin A. It is designed to improve the appearance of mature skin, aimed at preventing aging. I have a light eyebrow tattoo, but I am not going to do plastic. At a certain age, wrinkles are a natural process.

When it comes to food, I prefer to listen to my body. I believe that it sends signals to the brain and tells you what vitamins and minerals are needed during this period. The basis of my diet is cereals, vegetables, dairy products, baked meat, fish, vegetable oils, dried fruits. In porridge, for example, often add pumpkin seeds, berries, honey. I can make chicken and potatoes, make apple pie. With regard to nutrition, the main thing is not to overdo it with calories. Metabolism in adulthood is not the same.

I have been observing religious fasts for over 25 years. Twice a week I get up on the scale. I try not to add in kilograms, because excess weight is one of the factors that negatively affect health.

Active longevity, in your opinion, what is it about?

- A community of people who feel comfortable and remain themselves. Here we are, the 50+ models, going to the podium, try not to stick out themselves, but to highlight each other. Elegant years are a time of wisdom and status.

Photo from the personal archive of the interlocutor