Petite dresses have a special cut and are specifically designed for shorter women. Because sometimes, it doesn't help shortening the hem,
you need something proportional!
If you:
Are tired of buying "regular-sized" maxi dresses but discover that they're way too long for your height
Just hate how a most wrap dresses sit weirdly on your short frame
Finally found an online store but discover that their selection is limited and/or that their clothes are something your grandmother would wear
Wind up spending more money on getting
things tailored then on the piece itself
… Then read along and find some of the best and stylish petite dresses you can ever find online!
But before you shop here are some general things to embrace:
Wear heels. A 2-inch heel will elongate your body, making you look long and lean.
Choose a fitted cut. Boxy dresses will make you look like a little girl playing dress up.
Stick to dresses that cinch around the waist or tie your waist with a belt to give it a defined look.
V-neck dresses. will help you look taller. Other necklines will often make your chest look wider, hence shorter. However
if you have favorite dress with a round neck then you can always top it off with
a long necklace.
Stick to simplicity. The thing with print and color block dresses is that tend to overwhelm your petite stature. Opt for solid colors with minimal
details.
You can still wear print. Just make sure that the print isn't bigger than your fist and that the shape of the print is vertical long rather than wide.
Like for example pinstripes or floral patterns that stretch vertically.
A fabulous tailor. Since petite clothing is limited at most stores, it helps to have a great tailor who can alter your garments to fit your shape. If you want to save money and avoid hassle then remember that your tailor should be your last-minute option.
Dress your body shape. Make sure that your body appears proportional. That means you
should try balancing out your figure. Like for example if you have a pear shape with wide hips and narrow shoulders, than you'll look best in petite dresses
that add more width and attention to your upper half, like for example a dress with ruffled neckline.
Make sure you don't cut your body in half as it can shorten your figure. So stay away from high contrasting colors like black with white, ankle
straps and hemlines that hit the widest point of your legs (calves).
Note: Need more advice on how to dress your petite frame? Then
click here for more tips on how to dress your petite frame, or scroll further down
to start shopping!
Attention to International Readers!
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