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Why Style Matters for Tall Women

Author: Stylist and brand team at Tellar

Date: 2025

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Why Style Matters for Tall Women

Being tall (5'8"/173cm and above) is often considered an advantage in fashion, but fit can be frustrating:

  • Trousers hit above the ankle

  • Sleeves fall short

  • Waistlines don’t sit where they should

  • Dresses look shorter than expected

That’s why proportion and tailoring are everything β€” and why shopping with size precision matters.


πŸ‘— Best Clothing Styles for Tall Women (2025 Edition)

1. High-Waisted, Wide-Leg Trousers

  • Show off your long legs in tailored wide-leg or palazzo styles

  • High-rise waistlines balance proportion

  • Great in heavier fabrics like wool or linen blends

πŸ”— Pair with: Fitted top or tucked-in blouse to define the waist


2. Midi and Maxi Dresses

  • Long limbs + long lines = elegance

  • Go for bias-cut or wrap styles to flatter naturally

  • Choose prints or block colours for versatility

πŸ”— Avoid: Mini dresses that ride too high or lack structure


3. Oversized Shirts and Structured Blazers

  • Embrace your frame with slightly oversized cuts

  • Drop shoulders and long cuffs look intentional (not short)

  • Longline blazers add structure and height without bulk

πŸ”— Style tip: Roll cuffs or push up sleeves if arm length is hard to find


4. Cropped Tops and Jackets

  • Great for creating shape and breaking up height

  • Helps to define the waist and add visual interest

  • Ideal with high-waisted jeans or trousers

πŸ”— Proportion tip: Cropped jackets pair best with full-length trousers


5. Jumpsuits and Co-ords

  • Easy, one-and-done outfits

  • Elongate your silhouette beautifully

  • Look for adjustable waists and long inseams

πŸ”— Fit alert: Use Tellar.co.uk to find jumpsuits that match your torso and leg length


6. Longline Coats and Trench Coats

  • Mid-calf or ankle-length styles suit taller frames best

  • Belted styles add shape and definition

  • Structured shoulders balance the look

πŸ”— Avoid: Cropped outerwear that can cut your body in half awkwardly


7. Straight-Leg or Relaxed Jeans

  • Slim or straight cuts show off length without overwhelming

  • Choose raw hems or full inseams that actually reach your ankle

  • Avoid low-rise styles that flatten your proportions

πŸ”— Use Tellar to check inseam availability by brand before buying


8. Tailored Skirts

  • Midi pencil, A-line, or wrap styles create flattering lines

  • Slits elongate the leg even more

  • Great for office, dinner or weekend wear

πŸ”— Style idea: Midi skirt + silk blouse + loafers or ankle boots


βœ… Styling Tips for Tall Women

Goal

Style Strategy

Balance your height

Break up outfits with belts, cropped jackets, or layering

Highlight proportions

High-waisted bottoms with fitted tops

Avoid shapeless looks

Define your waist with tailoring or structured fabrics

Embrace bold fashion

Tall frames carry statement pieces beautifully (prints, coats, wide-leg styles)


🧡 Fit Is Everything β€” Use Tellar.co.uk

Why it matters:

Tall women often fall between standard and tall sizing. Inconsistent sizing across brands means trousers, sleeves, and waistlines may not align with your shape.

Tellar.co.uk lets you:

  • Enter your measurements once

  • Find your perfect size across 1,500+ brands

  • Get accurate fits for trousers, blazers, dresses and more

  • Save time, skip returns

πŸ‘‰ Create your free fit profile here

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πŸ”— Best Brands That Cater to Tall Women (UK + Global)

Brand

Best For

Long Tall Sally

Specifically designed for tall women

ASOS Tall

Trendy and affordable tall sizing

Reiss / Massimo Dutti

Great tailoring, longer inseams

COS / Arket

Minimalist pieces with longer cuts

M&S / Next Tall

Great high street tall range

Everlane

Classic pieces with long inseams

Banana Republic

Long-line workwear and suiting


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