The thing is that I'm not skinny and have short legs. I'm not overweight, that's just the way I'm build. (so not diet-exercise advice, please).
I still wat to be able to wear knee length short and capris without adding extra pounds/inches to my appearence. I'm lloking for something casual, since summer us coming up! Any ideas??
2007-03-09 05:04:56 · 6 answers · asked by Alexandra M 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
I wear skirt and dresses all the time and it's becoming a bit obsessive! (:) I do have about 10 pair of same old career pants worn occasionally!
2007-03-09 05:13:45 · update #1
Don't wear capris then. They're going to make your legs look like tree stumps, because the line of the pant will come right down to half of your calf, and not only highlight the largest part of your bottom leg (the calf), but also cut off the eye's line of vision.
Wear bermuda knee length shorts, and make sure you wear a wedge or a light heel with it to give you some height, and elongate your body so you look slimmer and taller.
Look for flat-front shorts, and avoid wearing super short booty shorts because it'll look very strange and disporportionate.
Also, look for close fitting but not tight, shorts that skim your shape and don't bulge out at ugly areas. You want it to lightly go over your body, but not be as wide or as large as a balloon.
Gap.com has some nice shorts...
Have you considered skirts? They're really very nice and comfortable.. especially circle or A-line skirts.
2007-03-09 05:11:20 · answer #1 · answered by Fabulously Broke in the City 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm built similar to you, and used to be slightly overweight at one time. I have short legs as well and constantly struggle with this (it sucks, right?).
The most important thing to remember is don't wear anything you don't feel comfortable in.
Secondly, I would stay away from shorts. It's rare that anyone, regardless of size, can pull them off without looking awkward.
Thirdly, try bermuda shorts with a wedge or heel. They make my legs look much longer, and because we have shorter legs, they will hit you at a flattering spot just at the knee, rather than above it.
This is the place you want all your skirts falling as well. Go with A-line skirts that hit you knee. Have them tailored if you find a style you like but it's too long. You'll be happy you did.
As far as pants go, just remember that you should fit the widest part of you (usually hips in women), and then tailor the length. It's rare that anyone can walk into a store, try on pants and have them fit perfectly. Many people buy pants that are unflattering because of this reason. A dark wash (no fading or whiskering) with a straight leg will be perfect for you. NY & Company makes great jeans, and believe it or not, so does the Mossimo line at Target!
2007-03-09 05:16:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since you did mention that you have short legs, dont ever wear capris or bermuda shorts unless you want your legs to look shorter and fatter. However, that doesnt mean you cant wear skirts. Try on pencil skirt, theyre right for every body type. If you want shorts, buy one that is like 4 inches above your knee. That's all the ideas I can think of from your description. If you want more ideas, look through magazines and cut up clothes in them and use those clothes as your inspirations the next you are going to shopping.
2007-03-09 06:49:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm kinda built that way also. 5'3 with short legs and a longer torso. I would try a nice comfortable wedge or platform to elongate the leg. Get some with a nice cushy insole, they can be fabric but if they are leather wear them around the house to break them in before wearing them out. Pair capris or knee length shorts / bermuda shorts with a long fitted t-shirt. Add a nice long necklace or chain belt over the t-shirt and you'll be cute and casual.
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