Tall and On Trend in Height of Fashion

We’re trying our best to get back into a rhythm of posting on the blog regularly. I recently read encouragement from another blogger I follow on Instagram (Color Me Courtney) who reminded me that the only thing we own/control is our blog. Instagram could disappear someday and then all of our stuff would be gone! Not to be morbid or get anyone else hyped up, just made me realize even just writing a little blurb but still having posts on our blog is better in the long run for us. So stay tuned and help keep us accountable!

With that in mind, it often has felt completely impossible to string together coherent sentences. I’m sure you can relate that my mind has been a jumbled mess. The “game” has changed and we’re all struggling to catch up and evolve with it. Trying to keep some levity through this is darn near impossible because we don’t have an end date. It would almost be easier knowing that this is the “new normal” and just carry on from here.

My husband and I were watching Elevation Church’s service two Sundays ago and Pastor Steven Furtick touched on plans being canceled and not even being able to say goodbye/mourning the end of what we knew. It’s worth a listen, if you’re looking for a new podcast! I think we’re all realizing what was important to us before this and what is important to us now.

I know when I start to get super anxious and/or stressed, I take steps to root myself back in the present. Nothing beyond today, right now. Not going to ponder the plans I have in a couple of weeks, let alone a couple of months because it will easily send me into the pit of despair. Also not going to start reminiscing about the good ole days of what I miss. Instead I’m sitting in the new reality of what will improve my mentality right here and now. That can mean taking an extra minute to sit and sip my hot coffee (which I now drink creamer with for a more luxurious feeling), or making sure I move my body because it will vastly improve my mindset. It can also mean, cooking a yummy comfort food meal, or just ordering out some food and cozying up for the night.

Another thing that I’ve realized is how much I enjoy dressing up. People joke about how it doesn’t matter what you wear anymore now that no one is around to see you. In truth, I’ve realized I like to dress up for me. Which is how it should be, right? I’m a much better me, when I take a little care with my appearance. It raises my spirits and gives a sense of normalcy. So when you see us still sharing dressier clothes, know that is why we’re doing it.

Most of this is clothing we were shopping for before this pandemic began, but it is cool to see how clothing has made the transition through it. For instance these leopard trousers. They’re a satin-y material and basically feel like uber chic pajama pants. They’re ultra versatile. I styled them previously with a white one shoulder sweater and red flats for a pop of color. This time I threw on this square neck tank top from ASOS tall and a faux leather jacket. For at home, I could even go more casual and do a white knotted shirt and throw on some Nikes if I have to head to the grocery store. For sizing, these are a medium, but I would recommend going with a large if you’re a 10/12 like we are. They have a zip up side though, which makes the fit extra streamlined!

Caitlin bought this sexy leopard midi dress also from Height of Fashion. It’s the perfect midi dress because it flashes a bit of leg but doesn’t go overboard. This way, you can wear it in any setting, super comfortably. Caitlin styled it with our favorite Amalli Talli jean jacket, a black hat, and her Nike Air Force 1’s for a casual vibe. Then she dressed it up in some strappy sandals and a leather jacket for a night out (or a zoom call/date for the time being). She bought it in a size large, and it’s worth noting that there is not any stretch to the material. If you’re hourglass shaped as well, you might want to size based on your hip/butt area.

Lastly, this sexy gold mini dress is a knockout. I know we’re not alone in wondering if mini dress/skirts will forever elude our grasp. This dress answers that question with a resounding no! Plus, that sleeve length… can you even believe how good it is?! So basically, it’s nirvana. Wearing this can make any tall woman feel like a golden goddess. It hugs your curves juuusssttt right.

I paired it with a gold chain belt I found at Akira and some older strappy heels I got from Nordstrom Rack. Plus, it is a stretchy comfortable fit, so even if you’re doing a pseudo date night in your house, you won’t be worrying about wanting to change! I’m wearing it in a size medium and it works great on both of us in this size.

All in all, if you haven’t shopped at Height of Fashion yet, you’re missing out. They have some seriously fabulous items that are perfectly proportioned for our length. I know shopping all the way in Australia might deter some, but Natalie and her team are always available/ready to discuss fit questions to ease your mind. We are happy to help in any way we can as well, just drop us a note in the comments or DM us on Instagram!