Tall Sizes: Fashion Friday

I recently discovered that tall sizes suit me better than regular length clothes. I don’t know why it took me so long to try a tall size but I’m so glad I did. At 5 feet 9 inches I’m not super tall, but I am tall enough that some clothes don’t fit exactly right.

Most shirts for instance tend to be slightly too short so if I lift my hands above my head my stomach shows. Not exactly the look I’m going for after four kids.

Pants are also an issue because while they fit in length the rise is often ridiculously low, and forget low rise jeans I just can’t wear them at all.

Now I’ll be shopping for dresses, skirts, and shirts in size tall. They are a great fit for me, and are definitely more flattering than a typical length.

Just like petities sizes have become more prevalent at retailers, you can now find tall sizes at a lot of popular retailers including Gap, Banana Republic, Nordstrom, and more.

Here are some of my favorite selections.

I adore this dress. Chic, simple, and gorgeous color.

Tall gemma wrap dress

Another chic and simple winner. Ruffles are always a good thing.

Tall Smocked Drawstring Neck Knit Dress

This skirt is literally polished. Perfect for a conference or speaking engagement.

Tall Polished Denim Skirt

This simple top is perfect for everyday-blogging, carpooling, and chasing after the kids while still looking put together.

Lace Trim Split-neck Tee

I love 3/4 sleeve tops. They are great for springtime, and I love that I can get my hands dirty without getting my sleeves messy.

Favorite 3/4-Sleeve Notch-Neck Tee

I’ve been trying to find a blazer that fits right, and I think this one fits the bill perfectly. Easy to dress up or down depending on the rest of your look.

Tall Flat Wool Twill Herringbone Jacket

I desperately need some great pants. These are dressy without being stuffy.

Logan fit black lightweight wool straight leg

I just love this shirtdress for a casual, beachy look.

Silk charmeuse shirtdress

I’m all about the high waist since it helps disguise one of my ‘problem’ areas. and the pants are just so gorgeous.

Tall Kate High Waist Trouser Jeans

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Kelly Whalen is the founder of The Centsible Life, a blog where motherhood and money meet. Her goal is to help readers live well on less. Kelly is a mom to 4, and loves that she can stay at home with her kids, and still pursue her passions for writing, personal finance, and social media. You can often find her on twitter and Facebook talking money and motherhood.

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Jo-Lynne Shane

Interesting! Totally makes sense that tall clothing might work better for you, but yeah, I dont’ think of you as THAT tall either. Isn’t it great when you have a revelation like this one? It can change your life when shopping has been a struggle. I’m long legged and sometimes I buy my pants in long length and hem them b/c regular lengths are often just a TAD too short, I hate it when my pants aren’t long enough.
http://freedom48.net/ Julie @ Freedom 48

Thanks for the links. I’m always trying to find new TALL clothing. At 6’3″ a lot of “tall” stuff doesn’t fit… but occasionally I score! =)
http://twitter.com/corrinrenee Corrin Foster

That denim skirt is great!

And yes – I’m only 5’8″ and I find myself in the tall section for skirts that don’t reveal my Christmas to everyone that walks by.
http://twitter.com/EverydayMomStyl Everyday Style

I love each of your selections, I am a fan of dresses too! It just makes for such an easy outfit! Great blog, just found you through a comment you made on my blog- thank you! I’ll be back!
http://www.iyampam.com/ Pammy Pam

JCP and Lands End do talls and the fit is good. Sometimes the sleeves are too long but I’d rather have a longer sleeve than a 3/4 length sleeve any day!

http://www.thecentsiblelife.com/ Kelly Whalen

Ooh good to know! Thanks Pam.

http://youngprofessionalfinances.wordpress.com/ Young Professional Finances

I love “tall” clothing! I’m 5’8 but I always get my jeans on tall (my legs are oddly long) but I’ve never seen shirts/dresses in tall. Gotta check these out!

http://www.thecentsiblelife.com/ Kelly Whalen

I think average height is 5’6″ so you are on the ‘tall’ side.

http://www.allthingschic.net/ All Things Chic

i finally discovered tall bathing suits. DUH! why did it take me so long? they are so much more comfortable!