Author : Jon Floyd

Choose High-Waisted Bottoms A higher rise in your jeans, pants and skirts gives the appearance of longer legs. Pair high-waisted bottoms with a cropped or a half-tucked top and pointed-toe shoes in the same shade as your pants for an ultra leggy look. What length dress makes your legs look longer? Method 3 of 4: […]

The best way to make a skirt smaller is to take in the seams or add darts at the waist. Other alterations include adding elastic at the back of the waistband or sewing the waistband by hand. To make a skirt smaller without sewing, you can use hacks such as inserting safety pins or hairpins. […]

If you’re short, pair your maxi skirt with heels to elongate your legs. For a flattering appearance, partner a maxi skirt with a crop top. Team boldly coloured and printed maxis with matching or neutral tops. If you don’t have a maxi skirt, you can create the look by wearing a top over a maxi […]

If worn the right way, petite maxi skirts can very well elongate the petite figure of a short woman and be one of the most flattering pieces in your wardrobe. Do long skirts make you look shorter? Skirts with the wrong hemlines The length of your skirt is quintessential in deciding how short or how […]

A-Line Midi Skirt First of all, getting a petite size would definitely be ideal. Second, make sure that you have a clear defined waist without anything too blousy on top. In the photo above, I paired the skirt with a fitted chambray shirt tied at the waist, but you could also do a slim bodysuit […]

A Line vs Pencil Skirt We can easily say that A line skirts and pencil skirts are quite opposites when it comes to skirt types! With the A Line skirt flaring outwards from the thigh and the pencil skirt being more constrained towards the thigh, the two are very different skirt shapes! What are a […]

Askirt that tapers gently out from a narrow waist, or a dress that grows gradually wider from the shoulder to the hem, is called an A-line, simply because its shape resembles the letter A. Why do they call it A-line skirt? It can be cut at any length. When referring to dresses and coats, the […]

Balance out an oversized piece with a fitted piece. Wear a fitted top (like a tank top or tube top) with a baggy or flowy skirt (like a peasant skirt) to accentuate your shape. Conversely, if you’re wearing a more form-fitting skirt, pair it with a loose blouse or ruffled top to help balance your […]

10 Ways to Style Your Wrap and Midi Skirts Pair with your favorite graphic tee or even just a classic white tee. Make it casual with sneakers. Dress it up with chunky heels. Wear Spring layers like a cardigan or denim jacket. Style a matching top for a seamless look. Go bold and mix-n-match colors […]

Look for skirts and dresses that end either mid-thigh or mid-calf. Consider pairing shorter skirts with tall boots. The straight lines of an A-line skirt can accentuate any curves in your legs. Do skirts look good on skinny legs? Steer Clear of Stiff Flare Skirts You’re better off wearing a slim pencil skirt that ends […]

There are several ways to prevent chafing when wearing skirts and dresses. Chafing preventatives include deodorant on your inner thighs, wearing something underneath your skirt such as Bandelettes thigh bands (wink, wink), or using baby powder. What do you wear under a dress to avoid chub rub? Use Slip Shorts to Wear Under Skirts to […]

The Full Tuck: Always put your shirt on first, then your skirt or pants. Lift up your skirt and pull the shirt down from underneath as far as you can. Put the skirt back down and lift up your arms so some of the shirt comes out. Can you tuck a shirt into a skirt? […]

Secure an oversized blazer, layered over a patterned skirt, with a belt. Double up on collars for a long skirt outfit that’s office appropriate. A silk skirt is the perfect substitute for pants—especially when you pair it with your favorite sweater and comfy sneakers. How do you wear a long skirt to work? Wear a […]

A pleat (older plait) is a type of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and securing it in place. It is commonly used in clothing and upholstery to gather a wide piece of fabric to a narrower circumference. What’s pleated mean? : to arrange in folds made by doubling material over on itself. […]

So yeah… you can’t go wrong with a pleated maxi and sneaks. Sneakers, trainers, tennis shoes, gutties – whatever you call them, they just look cool with a pleated maxi. What footwear goes with pleated skirt? A pair of flat sandals looks right at home paired with this outfit. Fashionable and practical, this combo of […]