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shaz

I have a thing about my legs and feet since I was a child but wondering from someone else's view point do I look as odd as I think I do when pants and jeans are tighter then normal. What would you do to balance things out and look better excuse the awkward pose and lack of make up never know what to do with my limbs in photos Also is the color of the top odd on me I'm used to black be honest I'm not attached to anything

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Janet

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I see absolutely nothing wrong with the way your legs and feet look! We can be so self-critical. And I think that color of top is really nice on you too.

shaz

I know Janet still hearing skinny legs song a lad used to sing at me nearly 30 years ago silly really thanks for your input

Staysfit

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Oh my no! I see no issues with your legs or your feet. The effects of being bullied as a child linger a long time, sometimes forever! I was called "frizz bizz" and "Brillo pad" by a neighbor because of my curly hair. I'm over it. By the way, her hair was frizzier than mine but at the time it didn't stop me from feeling awful and self conscious.

Joyce B

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I don't see anything wrong. The outfit looks very nice on you. You have long legs, which is a nice feature. Forget the
guy with the song, people can be mean but what they say or said does not define you.

unfrumped

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Top color is great with your coloring!
Legs are fine!
The thing about fashion is, if you want to take advantage of body type for certain trends and " looks" you can, or you can wear whatever you like that works for your lifestyle. So, tall slender types can look very " fashionable" in certain styles and curvy people in others, plus there are approaches as to how to adapt styles, and Angie has posts on that.

Peri

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OMG, yes I really said OMG...all I see is lovely long legs, fabulous skin and gorgeous hair! Own it, you are beautiful.

always trying

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You look tall and thin to me!

Anonymous

You have longer legs, but I have a similar body type with big feet for my size. I've learned to be grateful for those feet. Pick cute or interesting footwear as it will get noticed and that can also distract from size.
I try to find footwear that does not have a large expanse of smooth leather, but is broken up in some way...a buckle, a toe cap of a different color or texture like patent, brogue detailing, D'Orsay or sling backs that expose some of the foot, etc. This is not a hard and fast rule for me and I often break it. We are our own worse critics.

shaz

Thank you to everyone for the help, must say I feel a bit better about my legs now. The boots are normally only worn under jeans and mostly asi paid a small fortune to get them to fit my narrow calves other wise I proberly would not wear them remind me abit of Frankenstein feet ha ha but they are comfortable and serve a purpose thanks for tips on the footwear joy I think all my boots have some sort of detail on them but the details can get lost in a photo I will keep my eye out interesting footwear

Anonymous

The color of your top seems to suit you well, and there's nothing wrong with your legs or feet.

Beth Ann

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You know, many models, because of their height, have larger feet in comparison to the slimness of their limbs. No one seems to notice!

I like the fit and color of the top -- it harmonizes with your warm toned, shiny hair and fair complexion.

shaz

Thanks my feet don't usually bother me as I try to find footwear. With almond shape toes as I think they make my feet look a bit smaller but these boots are more rounded also boot leg and flares helped to hide my feet can't wear pointy toes or I'd look like I was standing in small canoes lol none of my clothes are current or up to date but I'm not bothered by fashion as such more trying to add a little color and find out what works for my shape

Angie

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I also see amazing long legs. And gorgeous healthy and thick hair.

shaz

Thanks Angie I'm grateful for my thick hair it's really hiding my bald patches after having the babies or as my hairdresser says you can afford to loose some

missvee

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You look great so try not to worry. I said on someone else's thread that when we look down everyone's feet seem big. It's just our perspective. You get a much truer view in a photo like you've posted.

lady

Love this color on you!

I can understand having reservations abt feet and shoe styles but I think we pick these things apart about our selves where others rarely if barely notice.

Like Joy, we have to embrace our "big" feet and use them to our style advantage.

Helena

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Love this whole outfit Shaz! Great fit and color

lynn

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I feel you! I have skinny legs and long skinny feet. But let's be honest-would we rather have heavy legs and short, wide hard to fit feet? Yes, we are our own worst critic! You look great to me!

lynn

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Oh, I also have fair skin, freckles and dark hair! We could be related-are you adopted? I am.

shaz

Thanks everyone, you make a good point Lynn wow you don't look pale and freckled you look great, nice healthy glow not adopted that I know of ended up changing the boots teen son said I was to dressed up for shopping ha ha still have not got round to doing my make up still awkward poses

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chirico (Chiara)

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I like the colors of your outfit, both the sweater and the cardigan. I see great legs, nothing wrong with them.
I like both shoes, but the first pair is more refined IMO, and not at all too dressed up...

lady

The 2nd also looks good but I wouldn't think twice about shopping in the first.

Ha! What do teen boys know? Have you seen how they dress?! ☺️

Janet

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Any time I hear someone complain about their "skinny legs" I have to fight off feelings of envy. The grass is always greener, huh?

Gigi

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I think you look great! I have the exact same skinny legs and have had boots altered also. Nothing fits off the rack, sigh.

The color looks really good on you also.

Theodora

You are never too dressed up for shopping, IMHO! I wear dresses, skirts and silk tops even to the grocery store, because, let's be honest, I don't work outside the house, don't live in a big city, and even mundane activities are my only opportunities to get "dressed". The only person who I really want to make happy with how I look is me ( and my DH).

Teens are notorious for wishing moms would just disappear, or blend into the back round! Wear those boots next time he balks, and dance a little jig when you get outside. That'll show him!

Style Fan

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You look great. I love the colour on your top on you. When I read your post and looked at your photos I couldn't figure out what is was about your legs that worried you. I think we see things that others don't or taunting from childhood stays with us a long time.

rachylou

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The colour is great. I see long legs and good boots! You remind me a lot of my longest best friend in looks, hair, and body type. Fine boned, if you will. Very pretty. Don't think there's anything to be done about that; pretty is as pretty does

Also, laughing about the teen boy comment.

Also I have giganto feet: size 10/41. So I am biased, but I like them and secretly feel small feet make you look like you're going to tip over. Hehe. Not to psychologically scar all y'all small foots... The only thing I sometimes find is that white shoes make me feel like I'm wearing beacons. Like I could guide ships home to port waving my feet around...

shaz

I think it's a lack of confidence with me. I always preferred to fade into the back ground and go unnoticed and never bothered much with clothes, hair or make up. Last year I split with my partner while eight weeks pregnant and with a little six months old baby as well it was a tough old year. This year I'm determined to slowly make changes and more of an effort with my own appearance to try and boost my confidence a bit or at least fake it till I make it And trying things as a little act of rebellion perhaps

catgirl

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I will happily take some leg! You look lovely to my eye.

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