To be able to dress well and look good every time, you need to take into account a few basic rules. In fact, one of the most common problems among short women turns out to be short legs. So, if this problem is familiar to you, it is good to avoid certain clothes. Find out how not to dress if you have short legs in the following lines.

Here’s how not to dress if you have short legs

If you are short, your legs may not be very long. And, if you want to lengthen your figure, you’ve come to the right place. Did you know that there are pieces of clothing that can make you look smaller than you really are? Knowing what clothes to avoid will allow you to create beautiful outfits that highlight your assets without making style mistakes. Here are the missteps to absolutely avoid if you have short legs.

Knowing what clothes to avoid allows you to create beautiful outfits that highlight body assets

#Too many colors

To give length to your outfits, it is recommended to opt for plain one-piece clothing, such as dresses and jumpsuits. You can also create outfits, made up of several matching pieces. This way, you will achieve monochrome looks that are not only very flattering on petite women, but create an uninterrupted vertical line elongating the silhouette. In fact, wearing too many colors will make you look crowded and make your legs appear shorter. But, so as not to dress in the same color from head to toe, keep in mind that you can opt for a plain bottom and top and energize the outfit with a jacket or coat printed.

Monochrome looks create an uninterrupted vertical line that elongates the silhouette

#Mid-calf shoes

Whether it’s a pair of ankle boots or gladiator sandals, know that if you have short legs, it’s best to avoid shoes that reach mid-calf. In fact, this type of shoe flattens your figure, making you appear smaller than you are. For fall-winter, opt for knee-high boots instead. These improve proportions and elongate the legs because of the uninterrupted vertical line they create!

Knee-high boots improve proportions and lengthen legs

#Cropped wide leg pants

Here, there are two factors that shorten the silhouette. The length will pack you in, while the width will give you volume by widening you horizontally. That is why short women should definitely avoid such models of pants. If you love wide-legged pants, choose a model that’s long enough and wear it with high heels of a similar color to create a beautiful elongated silhouette.

Short women should definitely avoid wide-leg cropped pants

#Midi dresses/midi skirts

Wearing dresses is one of the best techniques to elongate the figure. But, when it comes to midi length, that’s not the case! Keep in mind that this length will only squash your petite figure and make your legs appear shorter. Whether it’s a dress or a skirt, avoid the midi length if you’re short.

The midi length will flatten the silhouette and make the legs appear shorter

#Loose or oversized pants

Loose, oversized pants should also be avoided. Instead, opt for a flared or fitted model that creates a beautiful silhouette. Loose pairs will flatten your waist, giving you volume.

Loose and oversized pants should also be avoided

#Small size

Low waist is another item to avoid if you are petite. Low-waisted skirts and pants will make your legs appear shorter. So bet on models with a medium or high waist which will visually lengthen your legs and create a balanced silhouette.

#Horizontal stripes

Horizontal stripes will not only make you look smaller, but also wider. Avoid them and opt for vertical or diagonal designs to create the illusion of elongated legs and add elegance to your appearance.

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Mistakes to avoid! How not to dress if you have short legs? #archzine author: Léa Bertrand #Fashion womanhttps://t.co/VMJLhCFlH2 pic.twitter.com/v3SwhqSjE2

— Léa Bertrand (@LaBertr98342738) October 6, 2023

Avoid horizontal stripes

Monochrome looks are very flattering on petite women

Wearing too many colors will flatten your silhouette and make your legs appear shorter

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