At 85, Margaret Chola, better known to her fast-growing global community as @legendary_glamma, is quietly rewriting the rules of fashion. She went from a small rural village in Zambia to inspiring tens of thousands around the world, reminding us that style isn’t confined to youth. It evolves. It deepens. It tells a story.
Her photos aren’t just gorgeous to look at; they challenge the way we talk about aging, representation, and legacy. She turns every image into a little moment of truth: age isn’t a barrier to Margaret, it’s a canvas.
A Collaboration Rooted in Family and Intention
This story didn’t start as a campaign. It began with a visit. Diana Kaumba, the granddaughter and stylist behind @thevintagepoint_, brought a few pieces for her grandmother to try on. It was meant to be a playful moment between generations. But once Margaret stepped into those looks, you could see the shift immediately.
The bold silhouettes, the layered jewelery, the confidence, it all clicked. What started as a family project turned into a global moment, with images of Margaret in track suits, sequins, and sweeping gowns reaching audiences far beyond Zambia. And then the milestone: Margaret walking in Diana’s first fashion show. Sure it was a family memory, but it was also a quiet reminder of how style can shape you at any age.
Age Is Still a Runway
What draws people to Margaret isn’t the clothes alone. It’s the way she wears them. There’s no performance, no hesitation. Just a confident presence. Her images challenge the idea that older women should shrink themselves or tone things down. Instead, she leans fully into each look, proving that personal style evolves and strengthens, with age.
Part of what makes her imagery so striking is the contrast: couture worn in courtyards, fields, unfinished walls. The setting never diminishes the fashion; it sharpens it. Her photos show that style doesn’t need a glossy backdrop to land. It just needs intention. And, underneath it all is a simple truth: this is a story about family. Diana styling with care; Margaret showing up with honesty and humor. Together, they’ve created something that feels both intimate and universal. And here at La Vestalia we feel the same.
A Quiet Cultural Shift
The world has taken notice. Media coverage, international praise, and a growing global audience. Not because Margaret is trying to make a statement, but because the work naturally challenges how we think about age, representation, and who gets to look and FEEL glamorous. The appeal isn’t just what she wears. It’s how she wears it.
Curate Your Wardrobe With Intention
Margaret’s story is a reminder of what we believe at La Vestalia: style is personal, intuitive, and not defined by age.
If this resonates, explore what curating a wardrobe with intention can look like for you. We’d love to help you build something that feels grounded, expressive, and entirely your own.
