How to Look Taller

Altitude has a lot to do with attitude, but the right clothes can really help.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Higher-heeled Men's Dress Shoes
• Men's Dress Shirts
• Men's Dress Sweater
• Mens' Dress Pants
• Women's Closed-toed Shoes
• Women's Dress Coats
• Women's Dress Pants
• Women's Dress Shirts
• Women's Dress Shoes
• Full-length Mirrors

1. Select a monochromatic palette when choosing clothes. One color family from head to toe tricks the eye and brain into thinking "long and lean."

2. Select pieces that won't break up your body into blocks. Women, choose a long lean dress, or no-waist pants and skirts; men, opt for thin belts the same color as your trousers.

3. Go for well-tailored looks, princess seams and darts. A looser fit can often look wider.

4. Pick vertical detailing: thin stripes, visible seams, interesting buttons and contrasting ties.

5. Wear heels. The new square heels and stacked slides are more comfortable than stilettos ever were, so take advantage.

6. Great posture is an easy way to add height, or the appearance of it.

7. Lose weight if you're heavy. Slim will always look longer.

Tips & Warnings

• Today's simple colors and cuts are fashion-friendly for taller-wannabes. Knee-length skirts with similar-colored hose and shoes will help.

• Cuffless pants elongate the appearance.

• Hats, upswept hair, or anything that adds height will make you look taller.

• Lose the capri pants, calf-length skirts or anything that cuts your eye off at an odd or midlimb point.

• Avoid thick, wide belts or anything obviously horizontal, which will make you appear shorter.