What Skirt Lengths Are Most Flattering to Petite Women?

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I am 5' 3" what skirt lengths would look best on me? I would like
to appear taller and slimmer (of course)...

Above the knee skirts are great if you are pretty comfortable with the shape of your legs; I would avoid wearing very short skirts with high heels, though. A pencil skirt that hits just above or at the knee is also a good choice for making you appear taller and slimmer, especially if you pair it with a top in a similar tone. You can also wear very long, straight skirts, which create a long visual line from waist to ankle and make you appear taller. Wear shoes in the same color to further elongate the line.

Avoid anything that hits between the knee and the bottom of the calf, and also avoid very full styles.

Hope that helps!

Regards,

Kat