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Originally Posted by aznxbabii
Serious? I play tennis and have ample amounts of muscle... I don't like being size 27 pants... and skinnies never fit over my calves =S Summer dresses that go mid-calf, mid-knee, or down to the knees are so awful on petite people.
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Try wearing maxi dresses to cover your legs
- While Keira Knightly and Rachel Bilson look great in their flowing maxi dresses, this shape can make a short woman look even shorter and larger. Choose a style that is well cut and avoid tent-like diaphonous skirts, to prevent being swamped.
- Shorter women should avoid being drowned by your maxi by making sure your dress is well cut and in proportion with your petite frame. Keep things fitted up top and avoid an overly voluminous skirt.
- "To stop a full, long skirt from swamping you, teem it with chunky heels and a fitted waistcoat." is the fashion advice from In Style magazine.
- A closer fitting empire line will flatter most figures, and if you need to disguise a big tummy then a drape of material at the front will cover the lumps and bumps.
- With careful style selection a maxi dress can add extra height rather than take it away. A sleeker, stylish A-line or bias cut, is more complimentary for shorter women.
- For extra height, dresses can be accessorized with patent platforms, wedges or feminine toe-covered sling backs. Set-off these dresses with long, chunky jewellery and this season's oversized shades and handbags and you're set for Summer 2008!