Dresses for short women: how to choose the right one and where to buy

Hello guests and readers of my blog! This time I decided to talk with you about how to choose the right dresses. for women of short stature, depending on the figure and occasion. For my miniature height (152 cm), I managed to create an excellent collection of outfits, they all fit me perfectly and visually lengthen my silhouette. Many of my friends are constantly trying to figure out how I manage to dress so stylishly and beautifully, despite my small stature. You are interested? Then let's get started!

In this article, you will learn:

How to choose the right dress for petite girls?

When choosing a dress, first understand whether you like it or not. If so, go through this checklist to see if it will make you visually taller. If so, great! If not, you can always make the necessary adjustments with accessories and shoes.

Vertical lines are what you need! A wrap dress can be a great option for you. It will make the silhouette slimmer and visually add a few centimeters to the height. Clothes that have vertical decorative seams, stripes, zippers, cuts, a row of buttons, etc. will look good on you.
For small women, a V or U-neck is ideal, as it visually lengthens the neck.
When buying a dress in a store, pay utmost attention to the armhole of the sleeve, the waistline and the shoulders. And in the online store, look at the growth of the model. Shoulder seams, armhole and waist should be in place! If you buy clothes from the petite collection, then there will definitely be no problems, since the patterns and patterns are designed for a female figure with a height below 160 cm.
If the dress code allows, then for short young ladies the ideal length is to the floor or short. Moreover, "to the floor" with the very shoes with which you plan to wear your dress. For the office, it is better to choose the length of the skirt just above the knee or slightly below, but in no case up to the kneecap. Sheath dresses are perfect for little girls.
Choosing a dress with a fluffy top or bottom, it is best for you to wear high-heeled or platform shoes in order to maintain the proportions of height and visual body volume.
If you choose an outfit with a print, then the print should be small or medium. And the pattern on the fabric should not exceed the size of your fist.
I advise you to choose narrow belts and belts. If you want to opt for a wide belt, it is best to wear a belt in the same color as your clothes.
Don't forget your shoes! It is best to wear pumps as they visually stretch the silhouette. And be sure to wear shoes to match tights, leggings, pants so that your legs look longer.
If you are choosing a long evening dress for a holiday, then opt for an outfit made of light and flowing fabric. The vertical folds on these outfits are exactly what you need!

For brides when choosing a wedding dress the same tips above will do. Although there are still a couple of nuances about how to choose a wedding outfit for little girls.

Silhouette... It is best if the wedding dress is made in the Empire style or has an A-line silhouette. An outfit on the floor or with a small train will look very gentle on the bride. But with very fluffy skirts, you need to be careful. When choosing a silhouette, also consider your body type.
Sleeve... You can opt for a sleeveless model, or a narrow cropped sleeve ¾.
Straps... If you want an outfit with two straps, then they should be thin. However, if you want to make your shoulders visually narrower, then you can take it wider. An armhole or V-neck are great options that will suit almost any bride. And undoubtedly, a strapless robe or one with one strap will look great on the bride.
Wedding accessories... It is better to refuse a long and lush veil, as it visually shortens the growth. It is best to wear a delicate and graceful headband, a small hat or a wreath of flowers.

Petite wedding dresses can be found in online stores JCrew.com, Asos.com and Macys

What should women with short stature avoid?

Now, I will share some tips on what to look out for for girls with short stature. In fact, everything is simple: horizontal lines and irregular proportions. Now, in more detail on what to avoid:

Large prints and drawings, as well as contrasting combinations in clothes. Be careful with color-blocking, as it all makes the silhouette shorter and breaks the shape apart. If you decide to wear an outfit that consists of different contrasting colors, then you better keep the 3/5 ratio so that there are not many divisions. Ideally, keep the dress in two colors.
Clothes with large decorative details in the form of large pockets or collars that turn away, as they "steal" several centimeters of growth. Against the background of any large elements, you look even smaller.
The skirt is mid-calf length, but if you want to wear that length, then I recommend emphasizing the waist with a cute belt, and wearing stiletto shoes on your feet. You should also avoid dresses with a low waist, otherwise your legs will seem short, and you will be even lower than you really are.

I gave you examples in the pictures above.

How to choose dresses for different types of figures, taking into account short stature?

Not sure which cut will suit your body type? Below I will tell you how to do it correctly. If you follow all the tips, then your outfit will be very harmonious and stylish. In order to make it clearer for you what the types of figures look like, there is a photo for each description.

Figure "Pear"

Girls with this build have wide hips. In this case, they should balance the figure harmoniously by adding volume to the top of the outfit, and this will balance the bottom of the figure. Pencil skirts will look perfect, A-line skirts are also acceptable. Skirt slits are welcome. The top of the dress should be either shiny, or with a print, or with some kind of decor, with a boat neckline, voluminous sleeves, and the like. The task is to balance the shoulders and hips in order to visually bring the figure closer to the "hourglass".

Let's look at an example.

By the way, all items from the selection are tailored for height below 160 cm!

First dress from the selection has a black pencil skirt of the ideal length for petite ladies, which will visually make the hips narrower and the legs longer. At the same time, the top creates additional volume in the chest, and graceful "wings" on the shoulders make them visually a little wider. The waistline is where it should be, and the colors of the top and bottom do not contrast with each other. This will make your hips look slimmer and you look taller.
Lantern Wrap Dress on the sleeves perfectly stretches the silhouette thanks to the horizontal lines and makes the hips narrower, the A-shaped skirt does not give additional volume to the hips, the lanterns on the sleeves create a balance between the lower and upper parts of the body. Such a dress can be worn both in the office and played with it for casual looks.
Black long dress in itself visually very slim and stretches growth. The shoulder line is essentially horizontal, which visually widens the top and creates a balance between top and bottom. This dress can be worn as an elegant one, complementing the image with heeled sandals and bright accessories. You can also create a comfortable urban look with it, throwing over jeans and wearing sneakers.
Very beautiful bright dress ideal for a pear. The slit on the skirt visually makes the hips narrower and the legs longer. In general, the growth is also "stretched" by a slightly high waistline. And the sleeves and boat neckline add some volume to the upper body. A stunning dress that can be worn as a dressy or as an office, as well as create relaxed urban outfits with it.

Figure "Apple"

Owners of this type of figure have a wider upper body, medium or large bust, and tummy. Against this background, slender legs, butt and hips stand out noticeably. The main task for this type of fig is to hide a large chest and stomach, as well as draw attention to the face and slender legs. The simpler and more concise the form, the better! It is better to choose the length of the dress up to the knees in order to focus on the legs. And the V-neck and Empire style dresses will draw attention to your face. The best option is plain fabrics, but the print must be chosen very carefully. Don't forget about shapewear too.

Let's analyze it again with examples from the selection.

Short bright A-shaped dress with a V-neck and a medium-sized print. Visually makes it higher, and also hides the tummy. An excellent option both for going out and for every day. Will look good with jeans, jacket and leather jacket. By the way, I already wrote in one of the previous articles.
Another very beautiful option of a short dress with a V-neck and without an accent at the waist. Draws attention to the décolleté, neck and face, accentuates the legs. Visually stretches and slims. You can wear it with almost anything, as well as alone or over a turtleneck.
Short black dress with a top made in the Empire style. In fact, everything is the same as in the previous paragraphs - it stretches, hides the tummy, focuses on the legs and neckline. A great option for parties, corporate events and dates.
Long dress visually make you taller. Despite the fact that it is on the floor, it does an excellent job with its functions for an "apple". The tummy will be neatly hidden, the silhouette will be elongated. Perfect for summer for creating both festive looks and relaxed urban ones.

Hourglass figure

Ordinary young ladies with such a complexion have a graceful and pronounced waist. And the chest and hips are the same in volume. We can say that this is a truly ideal figure who can afford everything. Dresses that emphasize the waist look especially luxurious. And also very deep V-necks, short flared skirts. In general, any dress from those that I gave as an example at the very beginning of the article will suit the owner of the hourglass figure. By the way, I have just this type of figure and for myself I chose a suede wrap dress, I'm wearing it in the photo.

White V-Neck Short Dress accentuates the waist and stretches the silhouette. It can be played in a fairly large number of sets. Wear it with a leather or denim jacket; like a skirt, wearing a cropped sweater or sweatshirt on top; with a shirt worn on top like a cardigan, with sneakers or with boats. In general, there are a lot of options.
Long boho dress with a print acceptable for short girls. The slit and deep neckline add a couple of visual centimeters to the height. A great option for an "hourglass" for the summer. In cool weather, you can wear a coarse-knit sweater on top, emphasizing the waist with a strap.
Bright lace dress perfectly accentuate the hourglass figure. Although the neckline here is a boat, but the correct length of the dress, as well as the accentuated waist just above the natural line, will visually stretch the growth.
Very beautiful deep V-neck sheath bodycon dress... Looks very sexy and also makes you look taller.

Rectangle shape

Girls with this type can be both thin and full, their shoulders and hips are approximately the same in width, most often the bust is not very large, but at the same time their waist is poorly expressed. The main tasks for miniature "rectangles" are to "make" a visually narrow waist and stretch the height. In this case, you should stop the choice on outfits that, with the help of trim, color contrast, style and other visual illusions, create the effect of a thin waist. Girls, I'll make a reservation right away - wrap-around dresses are not the best option for you, since you will look angular in them.

Another important point, if you are a full rectangle and you have a tummy, then the dresses for you will look like those that fit the "apple". You should avoid emphasizing the waist as well as the belts. Empire style dresses with a slightly high waist will suit you well.

But usually there are very few full miniature girls with a rectangle-type figure, but there are a lot of thin, low "rectangles" and they are very worried that their figure resembles a boy. They dream of gaining a little weight in order to get more feminine lines. If they were taller, then their appearance would strictly correspond to model standards. For slender "rectangles", dresses with a tulip skirt, flared or A-shaped, are ideal. Dresses like this will add some volume to the hips. At the same time, the upper part of the dress should also create a little volume: details on the sleeves, boat neckline, dresses with thin spaghetti straps will also look good. But wide horizontal lines (color block, wide belts), which could add volume, are best avoided, as they will shorten growth. Let's look at examples

ASOS PETIT Fluffy Midi Dress due to the texture, flared skirt and boat neckline, creates the required volume, and the correct length does not steal centimeters from growth.
Denim dress with a skirt-sun The boat neckline perfectly creates the illusion of the waist and lengthens the silhouette due to the short length.
ASOS PETITE Slim Fit Crepe De Chine Top Dress... A double layer top and a flared skirt create the necessary volume and a slim waistline. The short length and slightly cropped top lengthen the height.
Textured dress with a tulip skirt and pockets again gives feminine volume to the hips, an important for a rectangle boat neckline. Correct length. A great option for the office.
Inverted triangle shape

In this case, dresses that have a tight top and fluffy skirts, as well as peplum, are perfect. Dresses with a V or U-neck and an American armhole are ideal, you can also give preference to the length - mini.

And again, consider the details of cutting dresses on examples.

Peplum dress with plunging neckline... Everything is simple here: the peplum will add volume to the hips, the V-neck will narrow the shoulders. Since the peplum does not differ in color, it will not steal growth. Good length.
Another smart one Dress Basques, a color for bold and bright girls. It copes well with the function of body shaping and growth. For the inverted triangle shape, this is what you need.
Bright red dress... V-neck, wide straps visually narrow the shoulders and make the growth taller, and the fluffy skirt balances the figure. A great option for both parties and dates.
A quieter option is White dress... Suitable for both office and special occasions.

I think you understand the principle. All that remains is to choose the right outfit that suits your lifestyle and the style in which you like to dress. And now you know exactly how to choose the right style for miniature growth, taking into account the type of figure. On this I say goodbye to you! Do not forget to post on social networks so that later you do not look for the information you need. And subscribe to my blog to keep abreast of all fashion trends!

But to be honest, in this article I cheated a little. Since, in fact, there are no types of shapes in the terminology in which I gave you in this article, since there are no two identical shapes. I have given you only simple, one might say, stereotyped techniques that are simple, without additional skills, to apply in life here and now. And she used this terminology only for the fact that she is familiar to millions of girls and women.

In an amicable way, when correcting a figure, it is necessary to take into account not only volumetric characteristics, which are usually estimated in "types of figures", but also planar ones. And also, it is important to take into account that the ideal of the "hourglass" has long ceased to be an ideal. And now all the figures are in fashion. And it is important to take into account rather not those zones that fall under this or that type, but those that you like in yourself in order to emphasize them, and do not like in order to retouch them. However, it is extremely important to consider your planar characteristics.

And if you want to learn exactly the logic of reasoning when analyzing and correcting a figure, choosing styles, at the same time learning how to combine colors and prints and create your ideal wardrobe, then come to me for a basic online intensive "". I will reveal all the cards in it and teach you to think as if you are an Italian stylist!

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PPS I'm wearing a suede dress ASOS PETITE Wrap Front Dress in Suede in Size 6 Petite, Eugenia Kim caps and 5.5 US STEVE MADDEN over the knee boots... And also here are links to dresses for women and girls below 160 cm, which I really liked. So now you will know where to buy these.

Lace Crop Top Midi Sheath Dress
Glamorous Petite Tea Button Maxi
John Zack Petite Wrap Front Maxi
ASOS PETITE Sheath Midi Dress
ASOS PETITE Floral Button Up Maxi Dress
Free People Blue Chiffon Dress
Petite dress with open shoulders and lace hem
ASOS Premium Cami Skater Dress
Ann Taylor belt dress
Ann Taylor Bright Midi Dress
Ann Taylor textured blue office dress
Ann Taylor office bodycon dress
Loft Maxi Dress
Loft office dress
Blue Loft Dress
INC International Concepts Petite Embellished denim dress shirt