25 Comments
User's avatar
Amy Spalding's avatar

1. Every time you do a short girl post I am THE MOST GRATEFUL. Representation!!!! I feel like I can't make a big skirt work without a high waist and I WILL NOT STOP (despite trends or my short torso)

2. I am in the midst of learning to sew, and one of the reasons is how excited I am to make my own maxi and midi skirts, basically my favorite item(s) to create any outfit from.

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

Firstly yesss short girl short torso club 👯‍♀️😂

Secondly, deeply cool you’re learning to make your own fits, #goals. I have a new sewing machine and now I just need the will and the time to sit down and get to it.

My first victim is a final sale Cos dress — currently the pockets are closer to my knees than hips, short torso issue!

Amy Spalding's avatar

OMG the low pockets are always so funny because I will insist on still trying to use them? And it’s… awkward.

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

To say the least!

I need to research and figure out the best way to shorten the torso and bring up the pockets.

Can’t share pics here but hoping bc it’s a black maxi it’ll be somewhat simple 🤷🏾‍♀️

Amy Spalding's avatar

This feels so doable but I am determined to make a few garments first before I start messing with things I already own!

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

A smart approach!

EHH820's avatar

Maybe jenknowsbest? Thankful for your help for the littlesss 💯🤗🫶

Kashmir's avatar
2dEdited

Short girls FTW! Also, I think it was Jordyn Sharfe

susan mernit's avatar

Great read!

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

I’m so glad you’re here :)

Laura Van Buskirk's avatar

So much good maxi skirt inspo, love the mix of proportions and play!!!

Maria Polansky's avatar

Imo there's nothing wrong with a maxi skirt on a short body as long as the proportions are in check! I definitely agree with a high waist and love how you have balanced all the tops here

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

Ahh thanks Maria, love this take.

Maxi ✅ proportions ✅!

Sarah's avatar

Love this and as a short girl, agree 100%. The length is critical!

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

Right! It’s almost counter intuitive, the longer the better?

Meggie Arbelaez's avatar

I love this deep dive!! Such great styling and a skirt is always my go to in the summer months when it’s so hot out!

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

Yess. Did I miss anything, what’s your go to styling for maxis?

Natalia Herrera's avatar

Thank you, Carolina, hahah, oops, Nicole! I'm a mess, amiga, sorry for my email. But seriously now, this is great, because I always struggle with long skirts. I only have a few but never wear them much because they feel off. These tips are great! I'll be taking notes!

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

Yes that’s exactly how I felt! And zero worries love 😘

Miranda Robinson-Perez's avatar

Was it Asta from fithappens?

Nicole Cherelle's avatar

I’m sure she’s spoken to it, but it wasn’t her this time. I think it was a Kelly… not midimalist but another publication. I will do some digging!

Miranda Robinson-Perez's avatar

There are so many people with such insightful commentary, it’s sometimes hard to keep track! Enjoyed the breakdown in this post; thank you!!