Tall Fashionista | Clothing, Shoes and Style for Tall Women

Finally the fashion tides have turned, sending a wave of longer hemlines upon our tall shores. We now have an alternative to alarmingly short skirts and dresses. Fashionistas are replacing their mini dresses with this season’s trend – the maxi dress. These long, flowing, floor-length dresses have been worn on the red carpet by the likes of Vanessa Hudgens and Eva Longoria. These dresses flatter taller, wider women because they offer enough coverage yet still manage to make women look romantic and feminine.  Maxi dresses can easily be taken from formal to casual with a few easy accessory changes. The maxi paired with flip flops and a wide brim hat can be perfect beach attire. However, when paired with heels and elegant jewelry it can be perfect for a night out on the town.

If you are extremely tall look for gypsy-inspired dresses that add texture and weight, heightening the elegance of the look. Heavier body types should avoid light colors and small prints, as they can add width. Bold prints and colors camouflage flaws. Those with larger busts should  look for dresses that have halter tops and stay away from spaghetti strap dresses - as they can draw attention to the wrong places. 

If you are wondering where to buy your maxi dress this season, I picked up one from Victoria's Secret. They had many styles to choose from but I picked the strapless curvy jersey maxi dress, shown above. The dress fell right to my ankles (anything longer would be too long, in my opinion, and unbearable to walk in). The style I purchased is currently selling for $85.

I also found this banded- waist maxi dress at www.tallgirls.co.uk for £30.00 (approximately $60USD) plus shipping and handling.