Longer Skirt?

How do I make the longer pencil work for me?




There are some critical new elements needed:.

The skirt must be narrow, especially at the hem. If the skirt leaves airspace between the fabric at the calf, it's unflattering, because a horizontal line is created outside of the leg. Think wide cargo crops, cut just at the wide part of the leg, vs sleek skinny jeans.

The colors must be correct. Neutrals, especially khaki, are easiest (bright colors will follow when our eyes have become accustomed to the longer fabric.) The longer expanse of khaki makes the area below the waist (the leg) look longer. It takes up more of the visual space between the belt and the shoe.

To further elongate the look, try matching (new matchy!) the hose to the skirt; and the shoes to the hose. One long color block from the waist to the floor. No cut at all.
Be sure that the shoes support the outfit: High Platforms