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How to Look Taller

By eHow Fashion, Style & Personal Care Editor
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Altitude has a lot to do with attitude, but the right clothes can really help.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 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. Step 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. Step 3

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

  4. Step 4

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

  5. Step 5

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

  6. Step 6

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

  7. Step 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.

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on 12/4/2008 well, it will be working on me...thanks a lot!

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on 12/4/2008 i think it will be working on me.... thanks a lot!

Gaarachick said

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on 9/28/2008 freeipodgreat.blogspot.com

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on 9/26/2008 Great tips. And also long necklaces help. Like 30" chains or even a bit longer.
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DrDanny said

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on 9/26/2008 www.wweinfo1.blogspot.com

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