Clothing for tall women: styling tips & outfits for tall women
Women who are taller than 1.75 metres will be familiar with this dilemma: how can I dress stylishly as a tall woman and feel confident at the same time? You don’t need to hide your height. However, you might not want to highlight how tall you are either. We have compiled the most important styling tips and information about fashion for tall women to help you put together a flattering outfit for any occasion. This will help you find the perfect outfit to show off your best features and make you feel confident.
Clothing for tall women: an overview of styling tips for tall women
What suits tall women? The good news is that tall women look good in almost anything. Your long legs allow you to try many different styles which will help you find your personal style.
Outfits for tall women that show off your height but don’t elongate you optically are particularly flattering. To achieve this effect, you can follow these tips for women’s tall clothing:
Include horizontal lines and/or contrasts in your outfit. They will create a break in your outfit and won’t make you look taller. You can incorporate horizontal lines, for example, by wearing a striped top with horizontal lines, adding a belt to your outfit or pairing a dark top with light coloured trousers. If you like wearing colourful outfits, you can also achieve this look with colour blocking.
Layer your clothes to balance your silhouette. By layering your clothes, you can create optical breaks in your outfit which will make you look a little shorter. For example, it is ideal to pair a long blouse with a jumper or a (long) blazer when putting together outfits for tall women. This creates two lines in your outfit that will optically make you appear a few centimetres smaller.
Nobody can make oversized outfits look as good as tall women do. Oversized clothing is trendy, comfortable and the best thing about it is that it suits tall women particularly well. This voluminous type of clothing will make you look a little shorter and look very stylish too.
Women’s tall clothing: the right tops for you
The combination of a smart top with trousers or a skirt is a classic and is suitable for nearly any occasion. However, even with this supposedly simple style, tall women can show off their figure with a few styling tips.
Combine longer tops with tighter-fitting trousers. Long blouses, tunics and long tops that end between your hips and the middle of your thigh are ideal for tall women. They will make your torso look longer and create balance between your upper body and legs.
Black tops are a must-have. A black top is a great contrast to jeans but also light-coloured trousers and skirts. This type of contrast will optically make you look slightly shorter.
Opt for eye-catching styles and designs. Large collars, wide sleeves or ruffles don’t only make you look feminine, but they will also visually make you appear shorter. Bold prints and patters will look great on you. Few can wear bold prints as well as tall women. So don't be afraid to wear large floral patterns, checks or prints. Not only do they stand out perfectly, but they also make you look a little shorter.
In summer neck holder and bandeau tops will make you look fantastic. Both styles will make your shoulders and neck look particularly graceful. This makes them especially suitable for tall women.
Trousers for tall women: these styles suit tall women
Long legs are unquestionably one of the best features a tall woman has. However, it can be difficult to find a pair of trousers for tall women that are long enough and fit well. We will show you how to find the perfect pair of jeans and trousers for long legs:
Browse our tall collection. Trousers and jeans from our tall collection are particularly long and they are the perfect trousers for tall women. If you are looking for a pair of trousers that will go down to your ankles, you can find these in our tall collection.
Explore 7/8 and 3/4 length trousers. Both lengths are trendy at the moment and look great on tall women. This intentionally cropped length will make you look a little shorter.
Choosing the right rise is key. Jeans and trousers for tall women should ideally have a low-rise or mid-rise waistband. High waisted trousers will make your torso look shorter and your legs appear even longer.
Jeans for tall women can be casual. You can turn up the hem of wide-cut styles such as boyfriend, mom or wide leg jeans and it will hardly be noticeable because these casual styles are often worn a little shorter.
Wide-cut trousers make tall women look elegant. Long, wide-cut trousers such as marlene or palazzo trousers will flatter your long legs and make you look very elegant. Tall women can even pair floor-length trousers with high shoes without the trousers looking too short.
Tall women should avoid vertical stripes on trousers and tops because they will make you look taller than you are.
Women’s tall clothing: skirts & dresses for tall women
Tall women can’t go wrong with dresses and skirts. No matter if short or floor-length, every length will highlight your best features and make you look feminine.
Here are some ideas which dresses for tall women are especially suitable:
Maxi dresses look great on tall women. A floor-length dress or a long skirt are perfect for long legs. This look suits tall women best of all because it will show off your legs and highlight your best feature.
Flowing skirts will flatter your legs. Knee-length skirts and dresses in A-line styles or pleated skirts and dresses are wonderfully light, look feminine and will make you look fantastic.
Shirt dresses are ideal for a casual look. Whether it’s an outfit for your everyday activities, for the office or a dinner, you can put together a casual outfit for nearly any occasion with a shirt dress. You can finish off your look perfectly with a waistbelt. If you prefer a more casual look, you can opt for a sweater dress.
Short skirts are also a good choice for women with long legs. The advantage of a short skirt is that it will highlight your long legs. If you feel confident in a short skirt, you can also opt for a mini skirt. If you are worried that it could be a bit too short, you can pair it with a pair of opaque tights to be on the safe side.
Clothing for tall women: jackets, blazers & coats that will suit you
Tall women can wear almost all types of jackets, coats and blazers, as long as your chosen item of clothing fits you well. Therefore, make sure that the sleeves are long enough and the waist is not too high or too low.
The following outfits look particularly good on tall women:
Long or knee-length coats look great on tall women. It is a good idea to choose longer coats, cardigans and winter jackets. Not only do they look elegant, but they will show off your height too.
Choose jackets and coats with patterns and designs.A large hood, a beautiful waistbelt, large buttons and a voluminous collar all look fantastic on tall women and will make you look slightly shorter.
Opt for a long blazer or oversized styles for a modern look. Jackets and blazers that have a longer cut and/or are oversized suit tall women perfectly. Optically, they will make you look shorter and have a modern flair.
Women’s tall clothing: perfect your outfit with these shoes & accessories
Every great outfit needs the perfect shoes and accessories. There are also some styling tips for shoes and accessories for tall women that you can follow to create your perfect look:
Choose shoes with a rounded toe to compliment your outfit. Shoes with a rounded toe will make your feet look smaller and narrower.
Opt for lace up shoes for an elegant summer look. Lace up pumps, espadrilles and roman sandals look great on long legs.
Bold accessories finish of an outfit for tall women perfectly. As a tall woman, you can wear bold statement necklaces, eye-catching jewellery and large handbags. These accessories will look really good on you.
Pair big, chunky scarves and voluminous shawls with your outfit. You can use these accessories to finish off your outfit. Not only do they look stylish, but they will also make you look a little shorter.
Tall women can also wear high heels. Some outfits call for high heels to really make you stand out. However, if you don’t feel confident wearing these, you can also opt for a trendy alternative such as kitten heels, wedges or ankle boots that have a smaller heel.
Conclusion: look stylish in the right outfits for tall women
Tall women have many creative styling options to highlight their height and also express their personal style. By choosing flattering styles, patterns and accessories, you can put together an outfit for tall women that will make you look fantastic and also give you more confidence.
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