Choosing a Formal Dress for a Petite Frame: How Long Is Too Long?
While some girls show up to proms and semi formals in ball gowns, a petite should think carefully before choosing a floor-length evening dress. “Long dresses do have the potential to make you look short,” writes Christa Jean on her website. “An above the knee length (less then 4″) will be youthful, classy and fun.” “The exception to the rule is for any petite body type who chooses a floor length gown that has a halter neck feature,” adds Christa Jean in an email. “This will elongate her frame by bringing the eye up.” She gives Nicole Richie as an example of a petite who has pulled this look off. document.getElementById(‘adsense_placeholder_2’).innerHTML = document.getElementById(‘adsense_ad_2_hidden’).innerHTML; More Tips for Flattering Petite Prom Dresses Christa Jean also recommends the following: • A high waistline to make legs appear longer • Vertical detailing through buttons, seamlines, or trimmings • A solid color, preferably an amazing vibrant color flattering to the petite’s s
