May 30, 2010

Strawberry Shortcake

I was assisting a petite client recently with some tips on how to appear taller, and I thought some of you may find the info helpful.

TO DO
  • Always wear fitted clothing - not tight - just fitted.  Baggy or big clothes can swamp your frame and make you appear not only bigger than you are, but shorter too.  Basically, avoid clothing that will add 'bulk'.
  • Dress in thirds.  By this I mean, make sure your tops and jackets either finish at your hip or your knee, and make sure your pants go to the floor.  
    • V necks are great for elongating your neck, and therefore adding the illusion of height.
    • Your jeans and pants should be as long as possible without dragging on the ground.  This will give the appearance of longer legs - even with flat shoes.  Dark denim is also a good option.  
    • Keeping your outfits to one or two colours keeps your overall look simple.
    • Wearing necklaces and scarves that fall or tie at your mid bust or below help to elongate your frame.

     examples ...


    TO AVOID
    • Wearing clothing that finish around your mid thigh will visually cut you in half and make you appear shorter.
    • Crop pants will always make you appear shorter than you are - that goes for everyone!!
    • Avoid clothing with horizontal stripes or heavily patterned clothes.
    examples ...

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