I’m a shortie! Every woman desires to be taller. But when you get to a certain age when growth hormones suddenly stop doing their job, it’s up to you how you create that illusion of longer legs or a more body. Believe it or not, simple fashion pieces such as chunky heel shoes, high-waist shorts and maxi skirts could do the trick for you. How can you use these simple pieces to make you look taller? Here are 6 tricks!
1. Go high with heels and wedges.
It’s so pretty how taller girls can wear mini skirt or shorts with flats or sneakers without getting self-conscious about their look. But for shorter girls, always remember to pair a short dress or bottom with high heels or wedges. And when we mean mini skirt, go for a piece that would make your legs look really long by showing off more skin. Technically ankle straps make your leg shorter because these seem to chop off the length, but you can wear shoes with ankle straps when paired with mini skirt or shorts (Soda Hat-h Buckle Strappy Wedges).
2. Don a maxi skirt in a solid color.
People think shorter ladies simply cannot rock a maxi skirt. Ultimately, Rachel Zoe proved this wrong. She’s always out looking sophisticated and chic in her maxi skirt, oversized sunglasses and hat wherever she goes. The best way to wear a maxi skirt for shorter ladies is to pick a solid color and a simple cut – no prints, pleats or layers. Tuck in a tank top, basic shirt or pick a crop top (BCBGMAXAZRIA Maxi Skirt – Jaymee Wide Banded).
3. Appreciate high waist shorts.
Taller girls enjoy low waist bottoms, especially when they want to emphasize their upper torso or show off their abs. However for shorter girls, your job is to make your legs look longer by wearing high waist shorts. Similar to wearing a maxi skirt, your top should be tucked in or you can just opt for a crop top (Triangle Checkered High Waist Shorts).
4. Pick vertical stripes.
Stripes never run out of style and when you see one, make sure to get a vertical striped pattern. It’s one of the oldest tricks to make you look longer because of the lines which seem to go on forever. Again, elongating your body should be your target for a taller you (Deco Stripe Jacquard Knit Sheath Dress).
5. Work the magic of pointy flats.
We know you can’t wear short bottoms all the time and we also know that pants are your go-to comfy bottoms. When wearing pants of any material, the best way to look tall is by wearing a pair of pointy flats. Try wearing a pair with jeans and you’ll notice how your leg lines instantly become elongated (Breckelle’s Talia-01s Pointy Suede Flats).
6. Score thin or skinny belts.
In fashion, belts become accessories rather than utilities. And when you’re trying to accessorize a dress, make sure to pick a skinny belt rather than a thick one. You want to define your waist rather than cut your torso in two, which is what a thick belt can do. The illusion of cutting yourself in half accentuates the short parts of your body (Simple Leatherette Skinny Belt).
