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  • You are well-proportioned.
  • You sometimes feel short and stubby and you're
    not sure why.
  • You are 5'3" or under.
  • You still want to dress just as grown as taller
    women but not be over-powered by the clothes.
  • You want a closet full of clothes that elongates
    your small frame.

What to wear?

Flattering Tops
  • Blouses that go just past your waist are most
    flattering. If the top hits right at the hip, it
    lengthens the mid-drift.
  • V-neck and scoop-neck tops are fabulous basics.
  • Belted wraps and fitted blazers create that grown-
    up look.
  • For top layers, shop for single-breasted, princess
    cut, belted trenches to mid-thigh puffers.


No, Nos!
  • Over sized tops and swing coats.
  • Try to stay away from the big, over-powering
    prints and patterns.

Bottoms
  • The classic a-line or pencil skirt is a must for
    most professional or formal occasions.
  • Skirts with a hemline just above the knee are
    best.
  • For your weekend jeans, go for low-rise and
    fitted around the waist and hips. Boot-cut or
    straight are the best style for elongating.
  • Pin-stripe pants lengthen the legs and are
    excellent for work attire.


No, Nos!
  • Throw out the skirts that are way too full or too-
    long.
  • Pants that are too wide or cuffed at the hem
    make you look shorter than you really are.

Dresses
  • For cocktail or casual sun-dresses, pick v-neck
    lines. They automatically elongate the figure.
  • Empire waists, sheaths, or shirt-dresses
    gathered at the waist (but not too full) are
    perfect for the petite frame.
  • Details on the bust-line lengthen and draw the
    eyes up.


No, Nos!
  • Don't settle for trapezes or blousy dresses.
  • Be cautious when picking out a long dress. It may
    swallow you.


What about those swimsuits

  • Halter tops draw the up and enhance the bust.
  • Shop for allover patterns and string bikinis
  • Lucky for you...the side-cut out one-pieces are
    perfect for your figure. Love these!
  • Show off those curves! You have it! Flaunt it!


No, Nos!
Throw-out the little girl swimsuits. Show off those
womanly curves!
Do you find yourself searching
through racks to find something
to put on your petite frame? Well,
a lot of women would kill to have
your small figure but you say, "I
can never find anything to wear.
Everything is always so big." If
you answer "yes" to almost
everything below, you have a
petite figure and should read on
to find out what garment is best
for your shape.
Petite


  • Wearing one solid
    color. This brings
    height.
  • First and foremost,
    find a good tailor.
    Tailor anything and
    everything.
  • Open-toed and
    pointy heels
    elongate. 2 inch heels
    are a perfect height.
    Wear to work or to a
    formal event.
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