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ankle length anything

greenglove (website)

I am starting the dreaded closet clean out for season change and I have quite a few bias cut and tulip ankle length skirts that I have always thought were flattering shapes for me. I like the romantic, graceful thing that goes on. I am a slim rectangle, hourglass top and slight inverted triangle. I know pictures will help and I will be posting soon with coat decisions but are ankle lengths outdated? I know Angie says no to petites but I am 5' 6". Any thoughts?

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5 Replies

Posted 1 year ago
Angie (website)

Sorry (sad face). Just can't condone ankle length skirts, or maxi dresses. It's not a flattering look, and an utter waste on your rocking hot bod! Please say goodbye to these items.

Posted 1 year ago
greenglove (website)

Thanks Angie, It will be tough but more room in my closet!

Posted 1 year ago
Antje

Greenglove, you could also try shortening them if the style lends itself to it. I just commented on Friday's blog about wardrobe orphans by saying that I had an orphan dress (ankle length) shortened to knee length and look forward to wearing it again. My tailor only charged me $5 for this alteration (it was an uncomplicated hem, and no other changes needed.)

Posted 1 year ago
ImogenL (website)

Ankle length lends itself to frumpiness - shorten the skirts to knee length if they're in great condition and otherwise look current, Otherwise let them go.

Posted 1 year ago
greenglove (website)

Thanks everyone, I assume that this also applies to ankle length coats? I am going to bring a few favorites to the tailor to see if they are worth the money, tailors around here charge more than 5.00 unfortunately.

Posted 1 year ago