HAVE you ever wondered why the outfit just doesn't do anything for you and if anything, strips inches away from your height?
According to one style pro, this might be because you're making a few fashion mistakes that instead of making you appear taller do the very opposite.
Chi Li, who posts on YouTube, said not only can these add years – and pounds – to your look but also make you appear even shorter.
The expert, 5'2 herself, took it to her social media channel, Petite Dressing, to offer a helping hand to fellow petite fashionistas in a short video.
Ditch the capri
The guru started off the list with capri trousers – but whilst these might be a staple for many, it's best to ditch the style.
''They make your legs look even shorter.''
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Instead, she explained in another video, opt for full-length bottoms, as they look ''modern and chic''.
Square toe has to go
They might be the hottest trend right now, but the square toe heeled sandals don't belong in a short woman's wardrobe.
The design, the guru insisted, make the legs look cut-off.
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No to wide belts
Those who live and breathe fashion know just how much a belt can change the outfit – it immediately adds a little something-something to your look whilst also cinching in the waist, making for a more hourglass silhouette.
But if you're on the more petite side, be careful what style belts you choose, as the wider ones will not be flattering.
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''Most short women have a shorter torso – and these belts make your torso disappear.''
Drowning in oversized
As the temperatures begin to drop, the high-street will be taken over by men and women dressed in almost everything oversized to keep them toasty.
When replenishing your wardrobe, it's best to steer clear of this trend, as large and loose garments ''will swallow your frame and make you look bigger than you actually are''.
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No more tunic tops
Although the style guru admitted that these tops barely look good on anyone, petite fashionistas should be particularly wary about choosing a tunic length garment.
''If you're short, they make your torso look longer than your legs.''
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