TBF Readers Ask: Petite Prom Dresses

One of our readers from Portugal wrote about her dilemma regarding prom fashion for ladies. TBF staffer Sallie responds.

Ana Rita, hey! It’s not quite as easy as it sounds, particularly when everybody else is tall and wearing long. However, since a firm believer in something for every contour , dimensions , height, and style — if you’re little, love it. Live it. Own it!

Though I am the tall duck out in my collection of petite buddies , it does not indicate I don’t listen to their trials and triumphs in regards to dress. Here are their raved-about recommendations for dressing up”petite-style.”

Strategies for Finding Petite Prom Dresses

1. Think”what Giada De Laurentis would wear.” My favourite petite TV star is 5’2″ and tiny, but she always seems to find the very best outfits that make her appearance mature, beautiful, and put-together. She wears her clothes, not the other way round.

You will notice that Giada frequently opts for”a few inches above the knee” and fitted although not skin-tight. Try this white number from Express (great for miniature sizes) for just $69.

2. Extended ruffles: imagine a seam of light folds, not a cascade.

The accession of ruffles the very long way will elongate your legs and torso so that you may feel comfortable that a long dress doesn’t”shorten out you.”

3. Complete skirt: A gown with a fitted shirt and a ordered bottom is just another great way to make the most of your resources.

I am a huge fan of dresses which leave something to the imagination, and does not indicate that you have to wear heels or try to flash of your skin, because you’re petite.