Tall Lady Style Tips

It's easy for me to forget that a tall lady can have just as many problems finding clothes to fit as us vertically challenged 'shorties'.  

Not only must she take into account her generic Body Type but finding garments that can accommodate a long torso with extra length in the sleeves and trouser legs can be a nightmare.

Many tall ladies are completely confident but others may feel self conscious as they tower over a room and can feel less than feminine.

Some of the highest paid models in the world stand at least 5ft 10ins tall.

5 ft 10"

5 ft 11"

6 ft

6 ft 1"

6 ft 2"

6 ft 3"

6 ft 4"

6 ft 5"

Duchess of Cambridge, Queen Latifah

Nicole Kidman, Gisele Bundchen

Brooke Shields, Jerry Hall

Venus Williams

Maria Sharapova, Jodie Kidd

Gabrielle Reece

Candace Parker

Lisa Leslie

The advantages of being tall

• your height is envied by most of us

• long legs allow you to look good in most styles

• you are the perfect clothes horse
  

• you are always listened to with interest

• you can carry additional weight without it showing

• you don't have to ruin your feet with killer heels!

A Tall Lady is always seen so...

• Adopt a hairstyle that flatters your face and is in proportion to your body

• Take time with your makeup to always look your best

• Personal grooming is important

• When you look good you'll feel good and can hold your head up high - confidence is sexy!
  

• Good posture is vital so be confident stand up straight and learn to love yourself

• Need style inspiration?  Copy the style of your favorite tall celebrity

In proportion to your size ...

AVOID:

• one color top to toe, you will look taller

• small florals, patterns, collars, fussy detail
  

• delicate jewelry, small bags and accessories

• clingy fabric and designs

DO:

• break up the vertical with belts, separates, different colors

• enjoy dramatic and bold statement jewelry
  

• interesting necklines, large collars with texture, dramatic large ponchos and wraps
  

• over sized tote bags and beautiful boots

Tall and slender

• you may need to add shape to your figure

• add shoulder pads to create width and stature

• add bulk to top half with blouson top, cardigan, bolero or loose jacket

• create volume on your bottom half with wide legged/pleated pants

• a belt creates a waistline to add shape

• wear double breasted or loose jackets 

Broad shouldered small bust

• you have model proportions

• long legs look great in most styles

• interesting or loose tops enhance a small bust

• add movement to create curves

• you can be dramatic and elegant
  

Athletic or larger figure

• show off your broad shoulders

• wear simple styles with enough fabric to allow movement

• ensure color breaks accentuate your best points

• one piece dress with decolletage or interest down the center
• ensure that pants fit well around your hips so there's no strain

• avoid too much fullness, too many details

• assymetrical lines reduce bulk