Girls of small stature are a priori at a disadvantage, as it is very difficult for them to choose clothes. Those things in which tall fashionistas seem to be beauty queens visually make tiny Thumbelina even lower. Novate.ru tells you what mistakes you should avoid so as not to be at a disadvantage.
Mistake 1: Forgetting to emphasize the waist
If you want to visually appear taller, remember: the waist is your everything. In no case should it be hidden, on the contrary, it should be emphasized in every possible way. The approach should not be changed even if your figure is far from the "hourglass": a well-chosen belt, cropped tops and other stylish tricks will help to correct the situation.
Mistake 2: Wearing long pants and jeans
At the Saint Laurent spring-summer 2022 show, the main focus was long trousers that completely cover the shoes. Fashion is fashion, but such clothes are contraindicated for girls of small stature, although we don’t argue - it looks very impressive. The only possible option is if you wear long jeans or trousers with very high heels. However, for everyday looks, such a solution is very expensive - not every girl can spend the whole day on stilettos. That is why stylists recommend giving preference to models that are not going into an accordion, or slightly shortened specimens.
Mistake 3: Choose pants with a low waist
Fashion is cyclical, so the low waist, which was a hit in the 2000s, is back on the pedestal. It cannot be said that we are very happy with this fact, but we have to work with what we have. So, if your height is less than 165 cm, bypass things with a low fit on the tenth road. In addition to the fact that such clothes expose your shortcomings in the waist area (for example, sides or a protruding tummy), they also visually shorten the legs. And when every centimeter of growth is worth all the gold, such a luxury is unacceptable. Therefore, we recommend actively replenishing your wardrobe with things with a medium and high fit. From the point of view of masking imperfections and body shaping, they are much more profitable.
Mistake 4: Combining several colors in an image
There is one fashion rule that short girls should learn by heart: monochrome images stretch the silhouette, while the popular color block divides the body in half and visually shortens legs. This does not mean that petite beauties can not combine different colors in the image. It just needs to be done very carefully: do not combine contrasting shades (for example, a white top, black bottom), and also not to mix too many different colors, so as not to “chop” the growth with bright accents.
Mistake 5: Too many layers
Usually, the term “layering” evokes the “cabbage” regimen that many of us were dressed as children (t-shirt, t-shirt, turtleneck, sweater, denim jacket, and on top - a coat). Or we present extraordinary images that look interesting, but do not want to repeat. But in fact, this technique is not only trendy, but also very beautiful. The main thing is to make outfits according to all the rules. In particular, follow the recommendation that each layer should be independent and, if necessary, be able to play on its own.
But if a girl tries to put on a ton of bulky clothes in four or five layers, this becomes a problem. It is much better to wear one thing in an oversized style - then the image will be harmonious. If you want something more complex, choose thin things as the lower layers that cannot visually weight the look.
Mistake 6: Wearing Covered Maxi Dresses
When choosing a wardrobe for their short clients, stylists try to create verticals in the image in order to stretch the silhouette and increase height. However, not all long clothes are suitable for this purpose. For example, maxi dresses with a high neck can immediately be crossed off the list. Look at the photo above and you will understand why. However, this effect is easy to fix if you put on a model with a slit and complement the outfit with heeled shoes. It will turn out very feminine and elegant - dozens of compliments will confirm this.
By the way, you should be careful not only with skirts and maxi dresses - mid-calf length is also not the best option. It doesn't matter which item you choose - if it ends in the middle of the calf, then you will automatically become even lower. On tall girls, this length looks acceptable, because they can sacrifice a few centimeters of height. But Thumbelina should not take risks - the legs will immediately seem short, and the figure - squat. It is better to choose dresses and skirts just above the knee or ankle length.
Mistake 7: Choose wide trousers
Unfortunately, palazzo and other models of wide trousers, of which there are so many in shop windows, are contraindicated for short girls. Even if you love such things, listen to the voice of reason, which says that such models "pull to the ground" and make the figure squat. Fortunately, the assortment of stores pleases with variety, so finding the right wardrobe items is not difficult. In particular, moderately wide options with marked hips, a high fit, no scuffs, voluminous pockets and other decor will be a good choice.
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Mistake 8: Prefer horizontal prints
If we talk about prints on clothes, then horizontal stripes will be the most unfortunate and unsafe. They create an optical illusion of width, and short girls need height first of all. Vertical lines or patterns will be more advantageous - they will allow you to stretch the silhouette and visually look slimmer. Stripes look great on trousers, skirts, and jumpsuits. The second option will be ideal for a short and plump girl.
Note: Vertical lines are not only a print, but also details of the image: jacket, cardigan, coat. The main thing is to wear them unbuttoned. As for the length, the best option is below the knee.
Mistake 9: Composing an image in the style of total oversize
In the paragraph about layering, we wrote that oversized can become a lifeline that will allow you to create a stylish and harmonious image. But in everything you need to know the measure. Total oversize is also a mistake. When both the top and bottom are represented by voluminous things, the figure is completely lost: no waist, no slender legs, no high growth. It is worth leaving one voluminous thing in the outfit, and choose the rest tight or semi-fitted. For example, if you're wearing a masculine-style jacket, don't pair it with wide-leg pants—opt for straight-cut or skinny pants instead.
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Source: https://novate.ru/blogs/060422/62505/