Short people, big possibilities – If you're unhappy with your height, you can use the diversity of fashion to your advantage. Numerous tricks can help visually lengthen your body and optimize your proportions. You don't have to spend a fortune on new clothes, as often only small changes are needed. We're happy to share these tips with you here.

Wear monochrome colors

We understand that figuring out which colors suit you isn't easy . We admit, it's probably the first thing you need to master if you want to appear taller. Wear simple, monochromatic outfits . Ideally, go for a monochrome look – meaning the outfit consists of tones from the same color family. Black, blue, or beige are great colors to create a monochromatic look. Avoid bright and vibrant colors . Red, yellow, or green are eye-catching, but they can make you look shorter.

Longitudinal stripes instead of transverse ones

If you're going to wear stripes, ideally choose narrow vertical stripes . They visually elongate the body and refine the proportions. Horizontal stripes, on the other hand, tend to make you look wider. The reason for this visual lengthening effect is the lines of our outfit. Lines that continue from the lower to the upper body (also through similar colors) lengthen the silhouette.

Banish conspicuous patterns and logos.

Like horizontal stripes, large motifs, prints , and busy fonts on shirts can make the body appear shapeless. The same applies to striking and garish patterns. Prints and all-over patterns aren't generally forbidden, but if you want to elongate your silhouette, they should be more subtle and delicate . Gentle outlines of a flower and a small, understated font can definitely create a striking look.

Posture is everything.

When you slouch, you not only automatically appear smaller to others, but also insecure. Working on your posture strengthens your back and abdominal muscles , promotes health , and ensures that your body appears taller – and not just visually! So, if you want to look taller: pull your shoulders back slightly and hold your head upright.

Distraction through accessories

Regardless of trends, it's advantageous to draw attention to the upper body if you want to appear taller, thus avoiding emphasizing the lower body. For men , ties, bow ties, hats, glasses , or scarves are good options. When choosing a tie, make sure the knot and the tie itself aren't too large. Women can certainly accessorize their outfits with jewelry such as necklaces or earrings. The same applies to the size of glasses and hats. Waist belts can work wonders for women by visually lengthening the legs (narrower belts are preferable for this). For men, belts tend to emphasize the midsection and visually divide the body rather than creating harmony.

Coats or suits with narrow lapels should be chosen, as these make one appear more muscular and broader.

The cut of the clothing

Another styling trick lies in the cut of the garments themselves. Too loose or too tight is neither flattering. Instead, look for figure-hugging shirts . Tailored jackets, blazers, or dresses create a refined silhouette and flatter your proportions . To lengthen your legs, opt for high-waisted trousers . It doesn't matter whether the trousers have a wide or narrow leg – the length is what matters. They end at the navel and shorten the torso. With long trousers, make sure they end at the ankle. 7/8 or capri trousers shorten the legs. The same rules apply to dresses and skirts . Calf-length or knee-length dresses shorten the legs, while floor-length dresses and hems that end mid-thigh visually lengthen them. You'll instantly look taller!

Men should avoid overly long tops . This quickly makes them look too big and shortens the legs. Trousers with turn-ups draw attention away from the lower body. If your trousers are too long, we recommend finding a good tailor who can alter poorly fitting garments to flatter your figure. For jackets or vests, pay attention to the button placement . It should sit above the navel . Here, too, the rule applies: too long makes you look shorter. Do you like wearing coats ? Then you should also make sure that the lapels aren't too wide, because a narrow lapel not only elongates the torso but also makes the lower back appear more muscular.

A perfect shoe is one that lifts slightly at the toes.

Look taller with the right shoes

First off, we can put your mind at ease: It doesn't necessarily have to be a shoe with a heel. It can be, but it doesn't have to be. Shorter men who want to appear taller should pay attention to the toe of the shoe . If it's flattened , so that the entire foot rests on the ground, you'll immediately look shorter. Narrow shoes with a classic rounded toe , on the other hand, look perfect . A thick, lugged sole can even add a few more centimeters to your height.

Women should pay particular attention to the shaft length of their shoes . Boots that reach up to the calf can make you look shorter. Shoes that end below the ankle , on the other hand, will make you appear taller . Over-the-knee boots also lengthen the legs – but boots that extend above the knee aren't for everyone.

The magic V-neck

Men especially benefit from V-necks , as they draw attention to the upper body and make it appear more rounded. V-necks work wonders for shorter men: they straighten the shoulders and emphasize an athletic-looking torso . Women, on the other hand, often appear more delicate in V-necks .

More small styling tricks

You can appear taller with a different hairstyle: Long hair tends to make the figure appear shorter. Therefore, cut your hair short or put it up . Volume at the roots also creates a lengthening effect. Bags can also make you look taller if they are proportionate to your body. So, if you are on the shorter side, we recommend small bags rather than large ones. One last tip: If you do decide on a pencil skirt that falls at the knee, a leg slit can create the illusion of extra length .

Styling can create length

Being short doesn't have to be a bad thing. As you can see, there are numerous ways to change your appearance and visually gain height . We hope we've given you enough tips and tricks to make you feel even more comfortable in your own skin than you already do!