NEVER wear these 5 types of pants if you have short legs like me

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  • @pbj6606
    @pbj6606 Рік тому +106

    Your channel is not only helpful but you're so funny. Just makes my day.

  • @cavhutch
    @cavhutch Рік тому +8

    In all my 82 years this is THE VERY BEST EVER channel for petites. Thank you. Thank you.

    • @meredithkwock8144
      @meredithkwock8144 3 місяці тому +1

      Agree. Every other style channel/site has done me wrong.

  • @jcid90
    @jcid90 Рік тому +32

    Love your content! Please do a video of how to style pants with no heels. I don't wear heels and would love to know.

    • @originallimu
      @originallimu Рік тому +2

      Yeah I hate heels been waiting for this one

  • @flourishfaithfiber
    @flourishfaithfiber Рік тому +29

    I totally agree about capris! I have gotten used to straight leg jeans and wide-leg pants, but I would love to see a video on styling the wider leg pants/jeans with shoes other than heels. I work from home and have a casual lifestyle. I'm also 58. Heels just are not a shoe I wear often. I so appreciate your videos and truly believe that I am dressing better because of them.

    • @judybarnes7790
      @judybarnes7790 Рік тому +4

      Yes, agree with both comments about how it would be great to see a video from you on how to style pants to look decent without heels - even though we know heels and long pants are ideally the best for us. (Just not the most comfortable!)

    • @Goody2shzToo
      @Goody2shzToo Рік тому

      Totally agree. Let's see some cute shoes that are flat or kitten heels or wedges.

  • @pixiequilt
    @pixiequilt Рік тому +8

    Oh my, you are the only youtuber I have watched that actually pointed out what's wrong with my pants! I've always wanted to wear pants but couldn't coz I knew something was off lol & I just couldn't see it.
    Your tip is gold! Thank you so much 😭

  • @seh0041
    @seh0041 Рік тому +19

    I love how detailed you are in your explanations! You give us what to avoid but then you also explain why they don’t always work for shorties, which is super helpful. Often I can see that certain styles just aren’t for me, but I can’t exactly figure out why. Thanks, I’ll be tuning in more often!!

  • @littlemom2070
    @littlemom2070 Рік тому +24

    I loved the gray depressing moment when you said you never wore those peach colored pants in two years. We’ve all had those moments- thanks for keeping it real.

  • @Bisaya4Kids
    @Bisaya4Kids 10 місяців тому +1

    I like how direct to the point your videos. Not wasting time in the intro is the best.

  • @GinaB-LV
    @GinaB-LV Рік тому +24

    Thank you, thank you, thank you! I am petite (5’1”) and have an hourglass figure. Buying pants has always been a huge challenge for me. I have learned so much from watching your channel. I am using your suggestions and they really help me. I have become a real scientist when shopping for pants. I know better what to look for re: rise, pant length and waste definition. Not an expert yet, but light years ahead of where I used to be. I actually look so much better in my clothes now and just as important, I feel better. Keep posting so I can keep learning.

    • @jax_08
      @jax_08 Рік тому +1

      Have you found a brand that checks all (or majority) of the boxes?

    • @GinaB-LV
      @GinaB-LV Рік тому +2

      I am retired now, but was reminded that Ann Taylor has petite curvy pants. I used to buy them for work and they were great. I didn’t need to have them altered at all. Not sure if they do chinos or denim, but will look again. I believe Talbots also does petite and curvy style. That is my first style to search for. I try to wait for sales as often as possible. I have some things from White House Black Market also. Good luck!

    • @jax_08
      @jax_08 Рік тому +1

      @@GinaB-LV thank you so much for the information!

    • @karyannfontaine8757
      @karyannfontaine8757 Рік тому +2

      My mother was 5' with a figure like you. She looked wonderful in everything as she was slim with a beautiful figure. I learned my style from her, although I wish I had her curves.

  • @lajeka2006
    @lajeka2006 Рік тому +2

    the green pants are Beaautifuuul!

  • @ItsMeHello555
    @ItsMeHello555 Рік тому +19

    It may not always be what we want to hear, but you give us the truth! Lol. I thank you! Feeling for confident than ever even though I’m heavier! You’re the best, Chi! ❤

    • @PetiteDressing
      @PetiteDressing  Рік тому +1

      Aweeeeee, I appreciate this! Thank you so much! ❤️

    • @ItsMeHello555
      @ItsMeHello555 Рік тому

      @@PetiteDressing , I appreciate you, and you are so welcome! ❤

  • @tracyspear6050
    @tracyspear6050 Рік тому +8

    R.I.P capri's 😂 this was another informative video, thank you 🙂

  • @midlifemom5829
    @midlifemom5829 Рік тому +8

    Clever content! Its so challenging to find properly scaled pants/jeans for petites. I dont like pleats to add bulk in midsection. I agree about tapers. I have been searching for true slim straight pants but i find most have a slight narrow ankle which i do not like. Most of the time i have to hem flares or bootcuts which become straights😂

  • @Goody2shzToo
    @Goody2shzToo Рік тому +2

    The tip about the pants not causing a break between feet and the legs is extremely useful. Now I know why I never liked ankle-length pants on me. On you, they looked great!

  • @sharynhowlum1974
    @sharynhowlum1974 Рік тому +3

    Made me laugh when you did the big sigh before Capri pants🤗🤣🐨

  • @manestage5403
    @manestage5403 Рік тому +9

    You always have the funniest ways of telling me aI look a mess.😂

    • @PetiteDressing
      @PetiteDressing  Рік тому

      Hahahaha thank you so much! Anything for you guys! ❤️

  • @g3andrea
    @g3andrea Рік тому +8

    Another good video, Chi! I have never looked good in capris or pleated pants with a high waist. I love your humor, and how you get your visual images across to us!

  • @LyricalLioness
    @LyricalLioness Рік тому +13

    Great video, as usual. The first pair of (black) slacks had a 13” rise, the pair you used as a comparison had a 10.5” rise, you said the difference was 1.5”, but it is actually 2.5”, regardless you definitely made your point 🌟

  • @kimberlyperrotis8962
    @kimberlyperrotis8962 Рік тому +13

    I love your sense of humor! Your videos are always useful and fun❤

    • @PetiteDressing
      @PetiteDressing  Рік тому

      So good to know! Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

  • @TippyPuddles
    @TippyPuddles Рік тому +12

    I'm 5'4" and I have very short legs. I have very large calves and thick legs in general. Huge calves have short achilles tendons. Nothing I can do about it. No matter what I weigh, from youth to maturity, those calves are still huge (17 1/4"). My daughter is 5' 3". We went to buy bikes and tried them out for sizing. Her feet generously hit the floor, and my toes barely touched. I tend to look shorter than I am and wider. Your insite has helped me to make my legs look longer Thank you so much.

    • @eileenternullo8077
      @eileenternullo8077 Рік тому +3

      I am 5’4” with similar leg structure, long pants seam to look better. I have never worn capris, they stick to my calves!😂🤪

  • @anumatis
    @anumatis Рік тому +6

    best recommendations - as always. And I love your humor. ❤

  • @fashionandluxury101
    @fashionandluxury101 Рік тому +2

    Agree with everything except the bright bottom. Great video!

  • @dbg0206091
    @dbg0206091 Рік тому +3

    You have so many beautiful outfits on your website/shop! Thank you for sharing your elegance and knowledge of petite fashion with us. You're amazing and I wish you all the best 🍀

    • @PetiteDressing
      @PetiteDressing  Рік тому +1

      You're very much welcome! Glad I can be of help ❤️

  • @JayneNicoletti
    @JayneNicoletti Рік тому +2

    I have learned so much form you and I love how you inject comedy throughout!

  • @ziggysbookshop
    @ziggysbookshop Рік тому +8

    Love your channel. As a woman 4'11", I've noticed the trend for jeans is above the ankle. Could you do a video on how to make this new trend work on us petite women? TIA

  • @bunniesandroses499
    @bunniesandroses499 Рік тому +2

    the white pants outfit in 5:26 looks lovely on you, wow

  • @gailwilliams5278
    @gailwilliams5278 Рік тому +3

    Oh no, I love bright colored pants!! I have a peachy-orange pair and 3 red pairs in different cuts - including tapered…. I will take a long, hard look in the mirror!

  • @mintywatkins7659
    @mintywatkins7659 Рік тому +1

    Your advice is spot on. I have started wearing a wider, longer trouser for first time, I look so much better! ..love the fun factor you use with these videos..thank you Chi❤

  • @kirstenlyngholm2307
    @kirstenlyngholm2307 Рік тому +1

    Very vel scripted and cut. You are a very good teacher in so many ways ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @obwour9230
    @obwour9230 10 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for being true to yourself. You‘re funny 🙃

  • @andrealangley8008
    @andrealangley8008 Рік тому +2

    Great advice! I did like your pink jcrew pants, however. I was thinking monochromatic with the color jeans might help

  • @colleenhardy340
    @colleenhardy340 Рік тому

    Thanks Chee. A good giggle and awesome advise. Yes the capris are the most unflattering pants of all time for 5’2” gals and that’s me. 👏🏻💖

  • @MrsKervang
    @MrsKervang Рік тому +4

    I love your channel ❤ I agree with everything you suggested. Keep up the wonderful work

  • @sandralambeth8818
    @sandralambeth8818 20 днів тому

    Thank you for all your amazing tips. I have learnt so much from you and love your videos. X

  • @PracticalPip
    @PracticalPip Рік тому +3

    I really enjoyed this video. As a 5 foot petite, I don't usually follow any rules for dressing for petites. But I do love how you put these videos together with your humor as well. It's great! Over the past year, I keep going through my closet and slowly weeding out what is not working for me anymore. I'm slowly realizing how much I dislike shorter length pants, especially. I cut off so many pants in 2015 when the trends was cropped and now I don't like any of those pants. So, I think it's important for petites to really not follow trends unless they know it will be something they will still wear ten years later and love on their body. Just my experience. Lately I think that straight or wide legs that cover my foot are the most flattering of all. I have some tapered pants and do wear them and I have some interesting leg silhouette pants, but overall I prefer my straight and wide legs. My feet also look big for my body and watching the beginning of this made me realize how ridiculous my feet often look when I do wear pants that show any part of my ankles of above. So this is eye awakening on many levels for me. Thank you!

  • @charissautah
    @charissautah Рік тому +1

    Such great advice. Love your channel. You have a wonderful way presenting showing comparisons. Thank you Chi.

  • @siusaidhchaimbeul5499
    @siusaidhchaimbeul5499 Рік тому +11

    Although I'm short (also 74 years old - how did that happen?), I enjoy your videos because they're funny and clever. Also, I find - trial and error - I've been applying many of your lessons most of my life.

    • @PetiteDressing
      @PetiteDressing  Рік тому +1

      This makes my heart melt! Thank you so so much! ❤️❤️

    • @siusaidhchaimbeul5499
      @siusaidhchaimbeul5499 Рік тому +1

      @@PetiteDressing Best wishes to you my dear, and to your family.

  • @Innamoramento9
    @Innamoramento9 2 місяці тому

    This video is BRILLIANT! You've put into words exactly why I felt so weird wearing pairs of jeans/pants that were supposedly the perfect size with me, but which made me feel super fat and short. I understand now what was the big problem. And the "high waist" pleats pants that made me look like my ass was huge...the hips line was the problem. Thank you! The right pants (the navy ones at the 4:30 mark) make you look so much taller, like several inches taller. Fantastic advice.

  • @MsOrchidBouquet
    @MsOrchidBouquet Рік тому +4

    😳 It all makes sense now! 😂. The drop crotch wasn’t doing me any favors and now I know why!

  • @ΔήμητραΣταυρίδου-μ7ρ
    @ΔήμητραΣταυρίδου-μ7ρ 10 місяців тому +1

    Just a tip for capri pants: my legs are short and... sturdy (as you politely put it) so I choose capri flare pants and wear them with tight and pointy dark booties or pointy boots made of elastic fabric that get hidden under the flare. I think it makes me look taller and slimmer 😊

  • @naturesrhythm8506
    @naturesrhythm8506 Рік тому +1

    Oh and I agree about the barrel legged thing. I just bought trackie bottoms which are cuffed at the bottom and look bulky around the middle. Make me look chubby😂

  • @jasminevergara5885
    @jasminevergara5885 Рік тому +1

    I agree with Chi, My mother-in-law gave me a few pieces amazing quality silk garments, but their length and shape make me look at least 10 years older, luckily I have pretty good sewing skills, just a little of alterations make them look completely different on me.

  • @guylainelamoureux
    @guylainelamoureux Рік тому

    Thank you for your videos Chi, you are funny while telling it like it is. Really appreciate your videos. 😊

  • @bellebb8673
    @bellebb8673 Рік тому +2

    So helpful as usual! I did learn a tip from an Italian influencer about capris that I think are the one exception where they do work; when they are slim fitted all the way from waist to hem, including slim through the thighs, and the bottom hem ends right below your knee cap, no lower. But almost all capris in stores are NOT like that and I agree with your comment. When they go wrong, they go very very wrong. NYDJ does do a petite size very slim fitted black denim capri that ends just below the knee cap that I think is actually very flattering, but that is the only example I've ever seen that I thought looked good.

    • @suzannelawson9215
      @suzannelawson9215 Рік тому

      I agree with you completely. I like to wear the length that falls just below the knee cap, dark in color, slim fitting and not baggy. I am 5' 1".
      I guess those are still called capris but it is the length I wear in the summer.
      So.....agree with you for sure on that. They are not so easy to find though.
      P.S. Is NYDJ an online store or an actual physical store? I am not familiar with them. What does the DJ stand for?

    • @bellebb8673
      @bellebb8673 Рік тому

      @@suzannelawson9215 it's "Not Your Daughters Jeans" and it is carried by Macys and Nordstrom but I think they also have a direct on-line store which may have more petite selections.

  • @christinecampbell9575
    @christinecampbell9575 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the info…I will keep these tips in mind! A fan of yours from 🇨🇦

  • @nb2854
    @nb2854 Рік тому

    Thank you for these tips! Looking back, so often I have found all these tips to be true as I have tried on pants, but just couldn't put my finger on why they didn't look good! This video is super helpful-Thanks!!

  • @sarahmsosa
    @sarahmsosa Рік тому +2

    Such funny videos! Happy when I see you posted ❤

    • @PetiteDressing
      @PetiteDressing  Рік тому

      Aweeee, I appreciate this! Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

  • @daniellalyngdoh6211
    @daniellalyngdoh6211 2 місяці тому

    Hello i am Asian too i am 5 feet and pear shape i feel happy to find your UA-cam channel because i get some ideas how to dress myself up which i always had a problem as i didn't have ideas on how to dress according to my body shape .

  • @saundrayork767
    @saundrayork767 Рік тому

    You are so correct about capris pants! I have one pair that I bring out ONLY if I will be some place where having people think I'm a senior will be helpful; i.e.: the DMV. Otherwise, I substitute gauchos or above-the-ankle cigarette pants -- both of these must be done very carefully (also I'm 5'6" with long legs).
    I love your show!

  • @andrieyna1704
    @andrieyna1704 Рік тому

    Im 5'0 "and im glad to hear this Chi it helps a lot that same to me a petite lady.itw hard to choose a dress or pants that suite for us.thank u for this video.

  • @Over55Life
    @Over55Life Рік тому

    Great reminders with fall coming.

  • @stephanieg2000
    @stephanieg2000 Рік тому +1

    I love your new commercial! So cute!

  • @efeygrapsa2133
    @efeygrapsa2133 27 днів тому

    You are so entertaining and sooooo right 😁👍😍

  • @supportvawa2213
    @supportvawa2213 Рік тому +3

    I am 52 years old, and my legs are perfectly toned/ slightly muscular. I wear shorter skirts to show them off but sometimes the skirt isn't appropriate. I walk a few miles every day, in uncomfortable heat from July-Sept and I wear comfortable shoes for walking. I also wear skorts. Are they the only style of shorts that work with short legs?

  • @cleanqueen75
    @cleanqueen75 Рік тому +4

    Pleated pants and capris look terrible on me. I’m 66 and 5’1. I have big thighs and muscular calves and a bubble but so skinny jeans makes me look short and fat.

  • @jdmom29
    @jdmom29 Рік тому

    Great editing! I learned a lot.

  • @schoolingdiana9086
    @schoolingdiana9086 Рік тому

    I nearly cried when I donated my pixie pants earlier this year. Need to check the hem length on my office pants. Still teaching from home, 3 years later.

  • @dezinerg
    @dezinerg 8 місяців тому

    Very helpful, thank you.

  • @wem-c9f
    @wem-c9f Рік тому

    I have a pair of stretch denim capris and I love them so much... so comfortable. I just can't give up on them 🥲🙂🙂 I guess I can make my legs look longer if I wear a bit of heels (which I hardly do and hate them). I do have long slim legs shorter torso for a 5'4".

  • @lajeka2006
    @lajeka2006 Рік тому +1

    I love this channel, I have the same type of body but with large breast, and I really struggle when I have to go shopping, usually I buy something its not for my body type 😢

  • @eileenternullo8077
    @eileenternullo8077 Рік тому +1

    Love your videos!😂👍🏻

  • @barbarablackman3742
    @barbarablackman3742 Рік тому +2

    Always great videos

  • @tamaratv2019
    @tamaratv2019 Рік тому

    your channel is great!!!!

  • @juanlastrarodriguez8230
    @juanlastrarodriguez8230 Рік тому

    I really like your video. It's very useful. I have a question: the culotte pants. Are they like Capri pants?. Are they ok for petites women?.

  • @tyanyan8054
    @tyanyan8054 Рік тому

    您好,我是一名 50 多岁婦女(马来西亚华人)。我身高 164 厘米。您为像我这样的矮个子女性提供的着装指南改进了我的着装规范。我觉得我的穿着比以前好多了。我喜欢你,尤其是当你展示错误的着装要求时。脸上的表情给我一种愉悦的感觉。 加油😊

  • @szee8588
    @szee8588 Рік тому

    I have a couple of corset waisted pants, and I think the way to solve the high waist making your legs look short are wearing similar color top and wearing heels. This video helped me understand. I wore one to a picnic with sneakers and loose and white top and was wondering why my bottom half looked weird. I also realized the back pockets are set too low on that pant. And it's a straight, cropped leg. Funny how I thought they would be the best looking pants on me.

  • @sabinamock4799
    @sabinamock4799 Рік тому

    Excellent material.

  • @karyannfontaine8757
    @karyannfontaine8757 Рік тому +1

    I am slim and petite. I am high waisted, but do not have short legs. Pants with a long rise are a disaster on me. The top of the legs start a quarter to half way to my knees. I take a size 000 petite so finding pants for me is difficult. J. Crew carries my size, although not often. Capri pants do not flatter anyone. Closest I have come to wearing them was to roll up jeans while gardening or washing snake bins and litter boxes on my deck with the hose. I do not like barrel leg ugly pants, or any that are bulky around the waist. Skinny jeans are perfect for boots.

  • @MsLouisVee
    @MsLouisVee Рік тому

    Amazingly well done video

  • @2622Valerie1
    @2622Valerie1 Рік тому

    What do you think about bermuda? I like the more chique ones.. ?

  • @Skylarkhouse
    @Skylarkhouse Рік тому

    So true! The petites section in Department Stores is the worst!! And everything else is made for women who are 5’8” .

  • @kerronmason
    @kerronmason Рік тому +4

    you are always a pleasure to watch

  • @glwellness8737
    @glwellness8737 Рік тому +4

    I don’t wear heels, how to style long pants?

    • @TippyPuddles
      @TippyPuddles Рік тому

      Pointed shoes help.

    • @heidimeigs5192
      @heidimeigs5192 Рік тому +1

      I can’t wear heels at all. All of my pants are straight leg and I wear flats; ballet, loafers,slides, low heel ankle boots.

    • @cynthiajohnston424
      @cynthiajohnston424 Рік тому

      I don't wear heels either but for a less casual look , I've found that a low wedge style w/ an almond toe in a plain neutral colors like tan / camel or black ( coordinating closely w/ the pant color ) is a nice alternative . Comfort & classic .

  • @BEABE4242
    @BEABE4242 Рік тому +1

    😂 I hate capris too, the only one who was looking divine in capris was Marilyn Monroe...... but because her face awesome video Chi❤

  • @bhumijoshi8952
    @bhumijoshi8952 8 місяців тому

    Can you please do a video on beachwear for petite girls?

  • @polyxenikoutla134
    @polyxenikoutla134 Рік тому

    I wear the barel pants with high boots!!

  • @testing1-2three
    @testing1-2three Рік тому

    Capris!!! 😂

  • @yamigonzalez50
    @yamigonzalez50 Рік тому

    Thank you ❤

  • @melissasmuse
    @melissasmuse 4 місяці тому

    Capris are basically pants on me 😂

  • @kawaeeee
    @kawaeeee 7 місяців тому

    That’s why I hate ppl keep recommending me the super high weight pants.

  • @YourNextStep1234
    @YourNextStep1234 Рік тому

    First time viewer - you CRACKED ME UP! Loved your great content! #subscriber

  • @gloriaconte
    @gloriaconte Рік тому

    Very funny, you could be a good actrice, made my day!

  • @flowerflower5478
    @flowerflower5478 5 місяців тому

    Hi, you r great thank u.Could u tell me short not straight ,slim legs, what kind of trousers should i wear pls?

  • @susanthomas916
    @susanthomas916 Рік тому

    I agree that capris are unflattering and aging. Never again.

  • @naturesrhythm8506
    @naturesrhythm8506 Рік тому +2

    How about if your colourful pants are wide legged/ straight legged, though? Isn't that better?

  • @solangelauthier2381
    @solangelauthier2381 Місяць тому

    To elongate your legs wear pointed shoes, the same color as your trousers

  • @Scranton0
    @Scranton0 Рік тому

    Having to make a lot of choices
    About slacks to wear when Ci is
    Short and it makes sense to choose
    The right slacks for her short height
    She will she is sensible and get it right
    Slacks that are open on the side too
    From the hips to the legs are nice too
    Revealing the beauty of wearing no panties

  • @cb9825
    @cb9825 Рік тому

    I have barrel leg pants and was worried for a moment. Then I remembered that I am 170 cm tall, these pants should be fine for me 🤣 totally feel your struggle though!

    • @suzannelawson9215
      @suzannelawson9215 Рік тому

      What is 170 CM tall??

    • @cb9825
      @cb9825 Рік тому

      @@suzannelawson9215 cm means centimeters😁

  • @JaneThomas58
    @JaneThomas58 Рік тому

    Very helpful

  • @ceasarsaran8573
    @ceasarsaran8573 5 місяців тому

    Im sorry. The midrise is probably comfortable, but they make your legs look much shorter. And the problem with your peach pants( besides the fact the you tried to wear them with black shirt, is that they are just too short for you. I suppose the length of the torso matters.

  • @Amanda9607
    @Amanda9607 Рік тому

    Great content chi..

  • @yondertf2
    @yondertf2 5 місяців тому

    Crying sobbing screaming coughing wheezing at the realization of how many clothes I own that actually look like shit on me ;_;

  • @WerKatarzyna
    @WerKatarzyna Рік тому +5

    Good news - you don't need to wear pants at all. I do well without it😅😁

  • @carlsenlifeafter60carlsen11

    I agree with you…I have never worn capris, they are so ugly… I am 68 and 5”2 130 so you’re channel is great for me….thanks..😊

  • @biancaacevedo5153
    @biancaacevedo5153 Рік тому

    I would to see casual tenis oufit for petites

  • @indimont
    @indimont Рік тому

    Me encantan sus consejos, los que logro entender 😅 me encantaría que tuviera subtitulos en español.

  • @lajeka2006
    @lajeka2006 Рік тому

    where can I get that Neutral pants?

    • @PetiteDressing
      @PetiteDressing  Рік тому

      Hi! You can check us out at www.petitedressing.com for more of these items! ❤

  • @nightshadegiggle
    @nightshadegiggle Рік тому

    I have short legs, so I try to cover them up but jeans size gets wider at the ankles.

  • @duedate2811
    @duedate2811 11 місяців тому

    hahaha love the skit

  • @ceasarsaran8573
    @ceasarsaran8573 5 місяців тому

    Your legs looked a 100times longer in the high rise pants than the mid rise pants. I get that low rise is kind of the style, but for classic trousers, Im not seeing it. I have a really toned midsection, and small waist, but I love the way pleated pants look as long as they are not jeans, because it gives that classy, Katherine Hepburn look. Im just not into that 2000 era stuff.