Petite
The term refers to women that are 1.60cm (5’3”) or below and they come in all sizes and shapes. No matter what kind of petite you are, just remember to get to know your body and learn how to balance the top part with the lower. This tip actually works for any body type.
- Wear short skirts or mini shorts, they make your legs look longer, or just wear them because you can!
- Accentuate your waist. It will divide your body into upper and lower parts, instead of a boxy shape.
- Don’t wear full-length jeans. They won’t elongate you as promised; opt for cropped trousers instead.
- Go for French-cut bottoms, the high waist adds a few virtual centimetres to your lower body.
- When wearing a maxi or midi dress, opt for those with a split.
- If wearing a skirt below the knee, perhaps for work, pair it with open sandals – avoid chunky shoes.
- When choosing a pair of boots, give preference to ankle options and not knee-highs.
- Layers can help create a visual effect, so opt for fitted jackets when wearing longer lengths.
- Skirts and dresses that are shorter at the front and longer at the back can help with the illusion of longer legs, and, as a bonus, they’re currently right on trend.
- Avoid wide-legged trousers, opting instead for a flared-leg cut.
Sky-high
Women above 1.75cm (5’9”) fall into this category. When you think of tall ladies, fashion models come to mind, but, of course, not all tall girls are skinny! Bearing that in mind, there are a few simple rules to follow to make the most of your stature.
- Maxi is the word for you. Don’t be afraid to wear maxi dresses and maxi skirts. Midi length is also a good pick.
- Jumpsuits! Tall ladies can wear these with ease and a long flowing style really makes the best of this look.
- Go for high boots and avoid booties.
- Long jeans paired with cropped tops might not work for you. Unless you’ve got a specific look in mind, this is a combination best avoided.
- When picking your shorts, go for a longer style, such as Bermudas. Even at the beach, they will suit your body type way better.
- Finding sleeves long enough to accommodate your arm length might be a problem. In this case opt for 3/4-length shirts.
- Embrace oversized accessories; they were made for you.
- Pair narrow with wide. If you go for wide-legged pants, choose a tight top and, if wearing skinny jeans, team it up with an oversized jacket.
- Wear beautiful shoes! You already know that people are going to stare at your feet when you enter a room to check if you are in heels, so make it worth their attention!
- To be on the safe side, bypass the dryer; you probably don’t need any extra volume on the top of your head!
