I have to say this up front. I am NOT tall. But, with twenty years of experience styling models that absolutely are tall, ranging from 5’9” through to six foot plus, I know the importance of making sure that what you wear fits you, suits you and makes you happy. And that’s the important part. Clothes can multi-task as mood lifters as well as modesty-coverers and it’s no point having trousers that actually reach your ankles if they don’t feel like you.
As well as styling models, actresses and singers (and the odd Olympian athlete) I also do personal styling. Tall women always ask me where to shop on the high street to avoid trawling through rails of clothes (or pages online) to actually find trousers that fashionably graze the floor, jackets that reach their wrists and dresses that keep something to the imagination. Oh, and shoes that fit (and suit) feet that are size 8 and up.
Now the high street - and Bond Street - is shoppable online, you’ll be able to get the best clothes for your body shape delivered to your door. Then have a proper try-on session and make sure that anything you keep will actually make it into the most-worn section of your wardrobe. Anything you love can also be tweaked. I’ve let down countless hems and tacked them up on set and knowing a few basic sewing skills can truly transform your wardrobe.
Fair enough you’d rather campaign to Save Britney than sewing, so back to clothes that are ready to wear. ASOS is one of the best online retailers that cater to tall women with their specific Tall range from 5’9” and up. I’ve been told that Zara’s leg lengths are ideal if you’re 5’8” and over and Next have excellent tailoring options. If you are in the mood to spend, designer clothes are renowned for coming in longer lengths too.
Below you'll find the definitive edit of where to buy the best clothes for tall women. Each item will be an ideal wardrobe addition but together you’ll also have the perfect capsule wardrobe from now until summer.
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