4.19.2011

witchy woman.

a common misconception people have is that
they can't wear maxi skirts if they are short.
my response to that is, "yes, you can!"
in fact, i think maxi skirts make me look and feel taller.
they are surprisingly versatile and
work for all shapes and sizes.
at 5'-2", the key for me is a floor length skirt that almost touches the ground...no matter how high or flat my shoes are. anything higher, especially if it shows my ankles,
makes me look short.
the skirt should be the "skinny" part of the outfit to keep that lengthy illusion, so nothing too fitted up top.
then, accessorize! i usually scale down my necklaces and load up on the ring and bracelets.

it really is just a balancing game, but evvvryone can play!
come on, show me your maxis!

i swapped out my usual danys for these black boots...
so i felt a 'lil witchy.

(top & maxi, f21; boots, asos)

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43 comments:

Aie Corpuz said...

I agree! I love the back detail of your top babe! Great styling as always!

Stylepint said...

Love this look! I agree petites can pull of max dresses, but I think it depends on the type of dress you get. LOL. =)

GretchTM said...

Ah..I'm the same height and I didn't think I could wear a maxi dress, but this post is making me reconsider. Haha! I should get myself one. You look lovely!

Tima said...

I am so into maxi skirts right now! You look great and I love the arm accessories!!

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Ellen ♥ said...

I am petite too! :) thanks for sharing this. :) this is a great post! encouraging cute pretty petite girls to wear maxi skirts :) for the win :)

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Chyrel Gomez said...

for some reason, wearing maxi or midi skirts make me feel sexy! oh yeah! :)

Jackie said...

Yes I agree, you do look taller, even though you are tall already :)

Gertrude said...

I used to think that as well! Must go out and buy some maxi skirts/dresses. Though you look really tall in the pictures.

Fashion Gossip said...

Love this skirt. Beautiful shots.
M.

Unknown said...

thank you for the sweet comment :)

i love that maxi skirt!

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Plami said...

Beautiful outfit!!!! Love the shirt and the shoe and the pretty top!!! You look great!

XoxO
Plami

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Anonymous said...

I agree anyone can wear maxis, you just ahve to style it right. You certainly look fabulous in yours.

Imsu said...

YOU HAVE TO BE KIDDING ME!
You are 5'2? Or did I read wrong?! :D
Anyway, I can't view the images properly [because of my laptop] but I like the orange and black combo.
Very pretty.

Courtney B said...

LOOOOVE this outfit!
I can't believe you're only 5'2! I thought you had the longest legs in the world :)

Pieter said...

Lovely heels and great skirt x

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Baby Budget Blog said...

Beautiful skirt and loving the orange top, especially the back!

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Balancing Lisa said...

You look beautiful! I love this look and the back of that top is amazing!!

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kaizokumousy said...

I <3 it!^_^

FashionableAsians said...

sigh* I wish I was tall enough to rock the maxi dresses/skirts...But everytime I try one on I mop the floor with it, even with heels!

Emma Z said...

I love this skirt!! I have been looking for one like this!! Looks amazing on you, & those shoes are so HOT!

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SpryOnTheWall said...

Super cute - love the boots with them! I haven't ventured in to maxi dress/skirt land just yet...

Meri said...

You give me hope to try the maxi skirt! Thank you for the tips, I surely need them... I'm afraid I'll end up looking like an Olsen twin haha!

Fashion Confessions of a Mommy said...

Looks great. Black skirts are tough cause yes you could look a little 'witch' like but you made it look very cool.
I am going to pass on your tips to my short friends who say the same thing about maxi skirts.
I personally (I am 5'5") love maxi skirts and they are so easy to wear with kids.

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Bonnie said...

You look AWESOME.
I would steal this skirt if I knew you in person.

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Cel said...

Wow you're only 5'2"? I thought you were much taller! That skirt looks so lovely on you, I love that style.

Bekah McDuffie said...

You always look SOOOOO tall! Amaaaazing, and the skirt and shirt flow so amazingly together... That is our one (I'm sure there is more than one) difference, I'm 6'0''

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Victoria said...

You look lovely! I really like maxi skirts too and I'm also a shorty at 5ft 4ins xxx

Kat said...

love this look!! the detail on the back of that top is amazing!!! gorgeous skirt :)

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FashionJazz said...

I agree with you, short girls can so wear maxis and you look amazing! Happy Wednesday xx

modern.girl said...

shut up! you are not 5'2"!! you look so much taller than me! probably cuz you're actually proportional and thin. i've tried it a couple times, and it looked pretty cute, but definitely not as cute as you. biatch! hehe j/k. love you!

cheers,
yvonne

Joandy said...

i'm addictive to maxi lately:))) love the maxi on you, the red top really pops out, and I love your boots, so rock!!!

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Unknown said...

beautiful! and I love the arm band:)

CoutureJunkie said...

I had no idea you were 5'2", you definitely look a lot taller in your photos. I love maxi skirts b/c they are so comfy and definitely weather appropriate since it is getting hotter down here in Florida. I love how you color blocked your top with your maxi skirt. Your whole look is amazing.

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Harija said...

love the over all outfit and i love the colour combo =)

Paige Renae said...

Although I am on the taller side, I totally agree that maxis can be flattering on most any body type. You especially can rock the look! I recently wore one of my favorite summer maxis here: http://paigerenae.blogspot.com/2011/04/relaxation.html
Again, great look!
xoxo
Paige Renae

cryskay said...

i love the back of your top! its unexpected.

✗✗ said...

That outfit is gorgeous!

Deppa said...

I love love love love this outfit!
the skirt has magic :)

See you!

JennaStevie said...

This outfit is sooooo gorgeous. I love the back of that top! It's so pretty. And that maxi skirt is quite fabulous, I'm short and I want one so bad. I just have to find one worth investing in :)
xJennaD

Chris (tinytines.com) said...

You're 5'2? GET OUT! I thought you were at least 5'7 cuz you always look a mile long! You certainly know how to rock'em clothes. And I totally agree that maxi skirts make people look taller if they are the right length.

Neekoh said...

You're right, us shorties shouldn't be afraid of some length! In fact, I think it does us good. It sure looks amaze on you. I love the gauzy texture of this skirt, too.

XXo,
Neekoh

Anna said...

LOVE this skirt! I'm 5'2 also.. so thank you for reassuring me that it's ok to wear these! You pull it off with eeeeease! xoxo

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