Confession: I’m 5’5 and pretty bitter about it. I’ve always wanted to be just a bit taller– from my high school days on the volleyball court to today when I watch models come down the catwalk, making anything look amazing on their tall frames. However, the road for short girls is paved with tricks to look longer and leaner. Take a pair of flared denim (which are in for fall in a major way) and a wedged sandal: instant legs for days. A simple tee with a longline vest layered over the top has an additional lengthening effect. (You may have spotted this look last week on my Instagram. Hello, Casual Friday!) Fun gold accessories in the form of a cool collar necklace and a cuff with coral accents gave this jeans-and-a-tee basic outfit a bit of oomph.
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I’ll take all the lengthening I can get– another reason I’m pleasantly surprised flared denim is back with a vengeance. Pair those puppies with a pump or a wedge, and boom! Instant Tall Girl effect.
Loving these flares on you! It’s funny because being 5’7″ I always wished I was an inch or two shorter so I could wear 4″ and 5″ heels and not feel too tall! I always thought 5’5″ was the perfect height, not too tall and not too short. I guess we all want what we don’t have. Love the jeans with the wedges and white vest.
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You look great in this casual outfit.. love those jeans!! 🙂
And I’m 5’7 … and I wish I was 5’5! In the Netherlands, it’s not so bad to be 5’7… because with 5 inch heels you’re still not towering over everyone else. But as soon as I step over the border, I’m a already a small giant! 😛
I really like how you styled this outfit. Such a great idea to style a short sleeved vest with a simple tee. I will try this out since we are about the same height. Thanks for sharing and I really love your smile. 🙂
Michele xx
Oh Darling, you look amazing with your 5.5 frame! I love this casual look on you and ho w you styled the flare jeans ! I also like how you stack the necklace…Chic!
Here, here! lol longer lines is definitely career to helping us petite gals out. I’m loving flared jeans. I hope they stick around for awhile. Love your accessories!
As a 5’3 girl, I more than feel your pain of wanting to look taller! I really love flared jeans because of the hiding platform shoes factor! Love the long-lean silhouette here!
I still have no clue how I actually feel about the flared pants and then I know that the last 2 times I wore wedges I tripped and fell, so I don’t think this short girl elongating trick is going to work for me, even though I highly need it, at 160 cm 🙁
Flare jeans are the perfect solution to making short gals like us look taller! Love the fun layering on necklaces. Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you next week.
I love the outfit, the colour rose for summer is perfect
kisses
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Such a cool, casual look! Absolutely loving the flared jeans on you.
Wonderful end of summer chic outfit!
I really need to try out flared jeans)
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How pretty I love the top!
RedLip&Love
Hello beautiful, love this casual look, those jeans look amazing in you!! Have a
Happy weekend.
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You look great in this outfit! The jeans fit you perfectly! I like the color of the t-shirt very much! You have a pretty smile!
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This look is gorgeous…I love flared jeans!
Loving these flares on you! It’s funny because being 5’7″ I always wished I was an inch or two shorter so I could wear 4″ and 5″ heels and not feel too tall! I always thought 5’5″ was the perfect height, not too tall and not too short. I guess we all want what we don’t have. Love the jeans with the wedges and white vest.
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
Those necklaces are great!
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LOVE your necklaces, do you work with Kendra Scott? I see her popping up on here and all over the place in a majorly good way!!
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Yes ma’am, I’ve worked with the KS team here in KC before; they’re lovely!
I love your vest 🙂
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Sporty, amazing outfit, lady :)))
Have a lovely weekend ahead!
xoxo
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I have wanted to be a lil tall too since forever!! Indeed Flared trousers make you look taller
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Denim is always a good idea! I don’t remember the last time I wore jeans that isn’t skinny. I feel like wearing new style of jeans again 😀
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Gorgeous outfit, so simple and yet so stylish! 🙂
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Effortlessly chic! Beautiful!
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Great outfit and I really love your necklace, I have to buy one too 🙂
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Vivien
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You look beautiful dear!
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You look great in this casual outfit.. love those jeans!! 🙂
And I’m 5’7 … and I wish I was 5’5! In the Netherlands, it’s not so bad to be 5’7… because with 5 inch heels you’re still not towering over everyone else. But as soon as I step over the border, I’m a already a small giant! 😛
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Flared denim plus wedges is a winning combination!
I really like how you styled this outfit. Such a great idea to style a short sleeved vest with a simple tee. I will try this out since we are about the same height. Thanks for sharing and I really love your smile. 🙂
Michele xx
http://www.chicuturnonglitz.blogspot.com
Oh Darling, you look amazing with your 5.5 frame! I love this casual look on you and ho w you styled the flare jeans ! I also like how you stack the necklace…Chic!
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I love this outfit!
Melanie @ meandmr.com
Beautiful neclaces my dear!
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Gorgeous casual look, Ashley! Love those jeans on you!
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You look lovely! I really like your outfit 🙂 xx
Lol @ your confession. Don’t feel bad, short is in! Enjoy your weekend!
xoxo, Ty
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You are so gorgeous, girl!! I’m loving that necklace! At 5’4, I totally wished I was a little taller too!
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Here, here! lol longer lines is definitely career to helping us petite gals out. I’m loving flared jeans. I hope they stick around for awhile. Love your accessories!
Nice necklace and sunglasses 🙂
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Love the flares on you! I’m jealous of your height too, I’m much shorter, haha! I was in shock when you said you thought that was short!
Really like the layered necklaces, they work so well with that v neck tee 🙂
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As a 5’3 girl, I more than feel your pain of wanting to look taller! I really love flared jeans because of the hiding platform shoes factor! Love the long-lean silhouette here!
I feel your pain. I know it well and yes thank God for flares and wedges. Or heels in general.
Sxx
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You are too stinkin cute! <3 – http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com
I still have no clue how I actually feel about the flared pants and then I know that the last 2 times I wore wedges I tripped and fell, so I don’t think this short girl elongating trick is going to work for me, even though I highly need it, at 160 cm 🙁
Fashionably,
Patricia
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Ashley, you look stunning!!! I love this look and the way you’ve teamed everything – it’s gorgeous and just beautiful on you!! 🙂
Layla xx
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Really great Outfit 🙂 Love the Colors, suits you perfectly <3
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You look so great in flares!!
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I love your look, the necklace is so perfect.
Kisses
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Flare jeans are the perfect solution to making short gals like us look taller! Love the fun layering on necklaces. Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you next week.
Alice
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I love your accessories and white vest!! Great styling!!
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IN LOVE with those necklaces babe! You look fab!
Kisses,
Anna
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love your layering with necklace!
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Such a perfect everyday look! The necklace is stunning!
Everyday look done right! Great post 🙂
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I love those jeans, and the necklaces.
Jenn | Jennifer Jayne
I’m a short girl and I played volleyball too! Love the outfit!
The colors are great in this look and love your necklace layering. Happy Monday!
Red Reticule
5’5 girls unite! you totally look taller though!
Love your flares and outfit! That vest is fabulous, and I adore your jewelry too!