Debunking Fashion Myths: Fashion Rules Short Girls Should Stop Following

Want to know which short girl rule you should stop following right now? We’ve got styling tips and tricks on how to successfully break these outdated fashion rules permanently.

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“Don’t wear midi skirts and dresses. They’re not flattering on short girls like you.”
The trick is to go for high-waisted silhouette midi skirts and then pairing it with a cropped top. It will give your legs the illusion of longer ones.

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Have you seen Vanessa Hudgens’ style, right? She’s only 5’1” and she’s simply rocking the separates trend with her midi skirt and matching cropped top.

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“You know what stylish sandals will swallow your short legs? Knee-high gladiators.”
It’s totally wrong. When a girl has shorter legs, she needs to work on her proportions. Look at Kourtney Kardashian’s go-to everyday sandals. They’re knee-high gladiators. She’s only 5’ tall.

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A tailored romper will look great with knee-high gladiator sandals. It’s the best look without feeling like you’re revealing too much.

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“Don’t wear maxi dresses and skirts. They’ll overwhelm your petite figure!”
If you’re short and you want to pull off maxi dresses, your body frame lies in the waistline.

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Reality television star looks taller than 5’1” because of her nipped-in waistline and with a hemline that hits the floor.

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“You’re going to look really weird and so much shorter with ankle-strap heels.”
The old-fashion rule is that girls who are short should steer clear of ankle straps because they would look too squat.

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You can wear ankle-strap heels but the straps should be thin. It’s best paired with a mid-length dress for the perfect balance of your outfit.

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“Don’t wear flats. They’ll make you look shorter more than ever!”
But have you seen the Olsen twins? They both stand 5’2” and 5’3” but they’ve proven that you don’t have to wear high heels just to look and feel like you’ve dressed up.

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The trick is to choose pointed-toe flats and if you’re wearing pants, expose a tiny bit of your ankle, just so you wouldn’t look like you’re drowning in your clothes.