Being a whopping 5&#;3&#; on a good day, sometimes shopping can be a little difficult. I am sure all my fellow short girls completely understand me. Pants being too long, skirts too long, and dresses and skirts that make you look like a Catholic school girl. For this exact reason I have always stayed away from long dresses.
However, I feel like this year more than ever, longer hems have been everywhere. Of course mini dresses will always have my heart, but midi dresses are popping up everywhere! They are so cute, classy, chic, I just love everything about the look of a midi dress!
I was so hesitant to buy a midi dress because I feel like it is an awkward length, especially for us shorties. I felt like since I was short, it wouldn&#;t hit me at the right spot, it would make me look like a potato sack, and I just didn&#;t think they were for me. But I finally ordered a few, and I am sold!!!! Not only are they flattering, they are probably some of the comfiest dresses in my closet now. You will be sure to find me in all of the lightweight midi dresses this summer!
Before we jump into midi dress shopping and styling tips lets define what is a midi dress first. A midi dress or midi skirt is where the hem ends halfway between the knee and ankle. Traditionally speaking a midi dress ends mid-calf but you never really want it to end right at your mid-calf as you&#;ll read in the midi dress styling tips below.
Spring is when dresses come to play full force. Paisley, floral, polka dot, gingham, and so many other beautiful prints hit the stores. Look for dresses in beautiful pastels, lively prints, and bright spring colors.
Look for spring midi dresses with side slits and interesting necklines. The sleeves can be off the shoulder, spaghetti strap, puffed, short sleeve, whatever you fancy!
Once summer hits you&#;ll want to wear a mid-length dress that is lighter in fabric and in color. Think dresses white, cream, and of course pink! Summer midi dresses are flirty and show off more skin! They are more often spaghetti strap, off the shoulder, or no sleeve at all. I also love a midi length slip dress that you could wear to the beach or a relaxing dinner.
Pair your summer midi dress with your hair in a bun wrapped in a scarf, your favorite summer sandals, a crossbody handbag, straw hat, or your favorite sunglasses!
There are a variety of ways to style a midi dress, but there are some general rules that I follow no matter the occasion or season. Since I am a shorter gal, I make sure the outfit is stylish and looks great on my petite figure.
Here are the 5 style guidelines I follow when wearing a midi dress.
1. Select a length that is slightly above or below mid-calf: You don&#;t want the midi dress to end exactly at mid-calf, which is the thickest part of your leg. Look for a midi dress that is slightly above or below.
2. Wear heels: To elongate the leg and combat the stumpy look that a midi dress might give, wear a heel. A wedge, sandal, strappy anything works. Heels help make you look like you have legs for days! I have not given the midi dress and sneaker combo a try yet. I see girls pull it off all the time- maybe this summer I&#;ll give it a try!
3. Look for a midi dress in lighter fabric: For your midi dress look for a fabric that is light and doesn&#;t add much weight to your figure. Search for a layered dress, or dresses with little added details or slits. This helps me avoid looking short and stocky.
4. Cinch in the waist with a belt: Y&#;all know I love an easy breezy look, but some women like to create more of an hourglass figure. The best way to do this with a midi is add a belt. Even if the midi dress you buy doesn&#;t come with a belt, add one. Unless of course, you&#;re going for that easy, breezy summer look like me!
5. Opt for a solid color or same pattern from head to toe: This is not a dress you want to color block. Buy a midi dress in a solid color or one that has the same pattern from top to bottom. If you do want a dress with a little bit of pattern look for a dress with a small pattern to start. By small pattern, I mean a small floral pattern, tiny polka dots or something along those lines. You know I love bold patterns, so I am all for the fun spring and summer prints!
There you go! Now you know what is a midi dress, how to style it, what to wear with a midi dress and what to look for when shopping for midi length dresses!
I hope this has helped my petite girls feel confident to give midi dresses a try. Don&#;t be afraid to try a style out and make it your own, even when most say you should avoid it.
The humble midi dress is a woman&#;s secret weapon; they&#;re just so versatile! Easy to dress up or down for all occasions, we firmly believe at StyleCheat that a classic midi dress should be in every woman&#;s wardrobe.
However, we can understand why some women may shy away from this style with their longer length. Whether you&#;re a tall goddess or short queen, we want to open your eyes to how a midi dress can be styled to suit your silhouette.
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Before we jump into the tips and advice, let's define the midi dress. As the name suggests, a midi dress is the in-between length of a short mini style and a full-length maxi. The hem of a midi dress can fall between the knee and ankle, so we can&#;t assume that every midi dress is the same length. This is where some women can be turned off the midi dress, as they have tried one style and decided all midi dresses are to be avoided.
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Here are some tips for both short and tall women when shopping for your midi dress. The advice here will ensure you choose a flattering length that works with your height, not against it!
No matter your height, you should be careful to choose a midi dress that has a hem either above or below the calf. You should avoid a dress hemline that falls at the midcalf at all costs.
When the hemline stops midcalf, this is the widest part of your calf and will result in your legs appearing much shorter than they are. Particularly, for shorter women, you should look for a midi dress that stops above the calf; this will elongate your legs and make you appear taller rather than the dress drowning your figure.
It&#;s the age-old secret that a pair of heels is the perfect way to boost your height by elongating the leg. This is especially true for midi dresses if you are on the shorter side, as they ensure you don&#;t get a &#;stumpy&#; look in a midi-length dress or skirt.
So, for short girls, we recommend you choose your favourite heels for a dressed-up style or even some platform-heeled sandals for a more casual look to create the perfect balance.
Another tip for shorter women is to choose a midi dress in a light fabric. Lightly woven fabrics or even mesh layered midi dresses ensure the whole look is not weighed down and contributes to a shorter, stumpy look. We also love midi dresses with a shorter lining with midi length mesh overlays that give the appearance of a midi silhouette while showing off your legs.
This tip is one particularly for the tall girls, as we want to remind you not to forget to cinch that waist. When you have a tall and willowy figure, you automatically look elegant and graceful in a midi-length dress. But you don&#;t want to ignore your figure, and simply cinching your waist with a belt will ensure a flattering silhouette that works with your height.
With a midi or maxi-length dress, you should avoid colour blocking if you&#;re on the shorter side. Instead, opt for solid colour dresses from top to toe or if you have fallen in love with a particular pattern style, ensure it is only small and delicate. For example, we love simple polka dots or ditsy floral patterns. This will ensure that your height will not draw attention away from your stunning outfit.
Now that you have read through our tips on dressing for your height, we hope you have the ideas and inspiration to look for your perfect midi dress. But remember, you should always dress in what you feel most comfortable in and don&#;t change your style for anyone else!
If you&#;re looking for further shopping inspiration, don&#;t hesitate to explore our popular collection of midi dresses available at StyleCheat. In our range, you can find midi dresses in a wide variety of styles, from easy day dresses to the perfect occasion gowns, with styles to suit every height and shape.
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