HOW TO ROCK A MAXI DRESS FOR SHORTIES
difference . By dressing in a monochromatic outfit , it gives the illusion that your body is longer and your figure more tailored . Any fabric that creates vertical lines , such as a vertical stripes print will evoke the same look , making your stature appear tall and your legs seem like they go on for miles !
If you are anywhere near my height , which at 23 years old is a whopping 4 ’ 11 ”, then you know that maxi dress struggle . It seems unfair that we have to miss out on these perfect dresses for the hot spring / summer weather . Maxi dresses are cool and fresh , gorgeous and elegant , and usually not the best look for those on the shorter side . That all changes now with a couple of sweet tips to make sure what you lack in height , does not have to lack in style ! Here ’ s how to rock a maxi dress for all the shorties out there dying to be in on the maxi dress trend .
Heels have always been there to elevate a look and to quite literally elevate height . However , wearing heels can often be a strain on the feet , especially while attending events held outside in the beautiful weather that maxi dresses were basically designed for . Throwing on a pair of wedges can make all the difference . This tip may seem obvious , but the effects are worth mentioning . Wearing wedges with your maxi dress gives you that extra height , a fresh feeling all the way down to your toes , and definitely helps to complete that backyard-party look for summer .
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This next tip may not be as obvious , but for my fellow shorties out there , the results are useful and evident . Believe it or not , just by wearing a solid colored maxi dress as opposed to wearing cluttered prints can make an enormous
These last two tips are a bit unorthodox , but worth the exploration for the chance to rock a maxi dress . This tip in particular doesn ’ t require a maxi dress at all , but a maxi skirt . Pull the maxi skirt up so that it ’ s against your chest and resting underneath your arms . The elastic around the waist of the skirt should hold it up . At this point , your figure may look more like a blob . In order to show off your curves , tie a rope belt around your waist to give the material some shape . Now you have the maxi dress without having too much material gathered at your feet .
Considering how long most maxi dress hems are , for most people on the shorter side , it ’ s hard to deny the chance that you may trip and fall- no matter how graceful your strut is . This brings us to the next unconventional tip which is to simply tie the extra material into a knot somewhere near your ankle or middle calf . This tip not only prevents some embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions , but also adds a unique design to an already beautiful look .
Now the game has changed ! Yes , even us shorties can now rock a maxi dress all summer long ! Never let anyone tell you that your body type and size has to hold you back from rocking whatever fashion your heart desires . BY GABRIELLA SAITTA
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