How to dress for girls and women of small stature: practical tips from stylists

In the fashion world, there is a special category of clothing for ladies up to 162 cm tall, called "petite". This term refers to collections specially created for women who want to appear taller.

Style expert Olha Halushka told us how to follow the principle of proportionality. And UAportal team will share these tips with you.

"Your wardrobe, including accessories and shoes, should match your body proportions. So, if your height is 155 cm, you have small facial features and a small foot size, then choose smaller sizes of clothes, bags, jewelry, and shoes, respectively. Your bag should be small or medium-sized with a short handle, and your jewelry should be modest. As for shoes, give preference to models with flat soles or low heels. Shoes with thick soles will not make you taller, but will only disturb the harmony of your image," the expert emphasizes.

She also advises avoiding clothes that look too big on you and choosing things that fit your figure properly. This doesn't mean that the clothes should be tight, but they should be soft and emphasize key points of your body, such as your neck, collarbones, waist, and ankles.

To create a visual illusion of height, Halushka recommends using more vertical lines in your clothes. This can be done by paying attention to details such as pockets, seams, decorative elements, and prints. Vertical lines help to visually "stretch" the figure, while horizontal lines can make certain parts of the body look wider. Therefore, for example, instead of horizontal striped clothes, you should choose clothes with vertical lines, avoid clothes with a lot of patch pockets, and choose pants with arrows to create a slimmer silhouette.

To create the perfect look, stylists offer the following tips for women with short stature:

Emphasize the waist. The use of a belt at the waist can visually balance the proportions of the figure. The belt can be added to your jacket or dress to create a more sophisticated silhouette.

Choose short skirts and shoes with pointed toes. Experts say that pointed-toe shoes visually lengthen the legs, drawing the eye down.

High-waisted pants. High-waisted pants are ideal for petite figures, as they give the impression of longer legs and at the same time emphasize the waist.

Monochrome style. Monochrome clothes are an excellent choice for women of small stature, as they help to avoid the visual division of the figure into blocks, which can reduce height.

Maxi coat. A long coat will add elegance to any outfit, and the midi length is optimal for women with petite sizes.

These tips will help you create a harmonious and stylish look, emphasizing the advantages of your figure.

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