Tall Personal Shopping: Tall Dresses for an Active Mature Lady

I received a tall personal shopping request via Facebook for a 79 year old tall lady looking for size 18T in dresses that she can wear to church. She also commented that she is an active lady. I am so happy to see that we have such a wide range of ages visiting our websites.

Well, I have bad news and good news. First the bad news. There aren't a whole lot of size 18T dresses in stock right now and the ones that I have found aren't very age appropriate for you. The good news is that I have put together some separtes in skirts, jackets and blouses that would work well for you.

Classic Church - the first tall outfit is a conservative suit in a bright blue color. It can be worn to a variety of events from church to weddings.

• Worthington Pick Stitch Trim Tall Blazer - JCPenney 
• Worthington Belted High Waist Tall Skirt - JCPenney
• Cambrie Top -Soft Surroundings Outlet - wear it tucked in of course
• Ros Hommerson Shoes -Zappos

Mature Moxie is an outfit that starts with a figure flattering skirt that can be worn with a variety of tops and sweaters. Add a gorgeous chiffon, flowy top. Throw on some matching accessories and you've got a mature, yet sophistacted look that will be a classic for years.

• Tall Flared Skirt - JCPenney
• Sancerre Shirt - Soft Surroundings
• Ombre Duster Earrings - The Limited
• David Tate Grey Patent Leather Boots - ShoeMall
• Mixed Metal Sparkle And Chains Necklace - The Limited
• Ivanka Trump Ostrich Handbag - Zappos

Tall Personal Shopping: A New Year, A New Tall Wardrobe

I received a personal shopping request from Rebecca who is ready for a whole need wardrobe. She feels like she's in a rut and has no idea how to dress. Rebecca is 32 years old with a 34"-36" inseam depending on shoe height. She wears a size 11 shoe. She has always been relatively thin and was placed on medication that made her gain a lot of weight.  Lately she's lost most of it and is now wearing a size 10 or 12.

She says "I have been buying unflattering fat clothes for the last few years, now I have nothing up-to-date in my current sizes. I am pretty conservative, but I am always up for new and trendy clothes - I love clothes.  I am just horrible at picking them out and mixing and matching."

Rebecca needs a new pair of jeans, work clothes, comfy shoes as she lives in Europe and walks a lot, and would like a leather jacket. Luckily she has an APO address, so can get most things shipped there.

Doesn't this request sound like fun? I hope she'll also invest in a new hair style to complete the look.  Let's get started with the recommendations:

 

First off, when you aren't sure how to dress, I suggest you start by taking a look at our special of Women's Tall Clothing Basics - as it will give you a good idea of foundational pieces that most tall women need in their wardrobe.

You may also want to browse past tall personal shopping shopping recommendations on this blog.

 

I've created individual recommendations for you and to maximum your budget, most of the casual items can also be worn to work. The great news is that most items are on sale, but hurry as they won't last long.

Casual Tall Separates - mix and match the tops with your work pants.

 

• Start off with a nice pair of women's tall jeans. Height Goddess - Heather Skinny Jeans - are made for tall women. Choose a 35" or 37" inseam.
• JCPenney - Worthington Essential Tall Cardigan - I have this cardigan, it's long and a great price.
• Old Navy - Diagonal Ruffle Tall Tops
• Banana Republic - Striped Open Tall Cardigan
• Barefoot Tess - B.F.T. by Barefoot Tess Italy Boot
• Zappos -Big Buddha - Riely Handbag
• Zappos Privo by Clarks - Ardea - a comfy shoe as I know you walk everywhere

Work Clothing Recommendations. I really like grey on the bottom as you can wear it year round.

From left to right in rows.


• Eddie Bauer Solid Wrinkle-Resistant Extended-Cuff Tall Shirt
• Old Navy - 3/4 Sleeve Button Tab Tall Top
• Long Elegant Legs - Posh Pant Set
• Long Tall Sally - Knitted Wrap Top - in navy or pink
• JCP Print Scarf to wear over your blue wrap sweater
• Long Tall Sally - Herringbone Striped Tall Skirt
• Alloy - Clarkson Stretch Trousers 35" or 37" Inseam
• Barefoot Tess -Corso Como Heels
• Zappos Naturalizer - Novel Shoes -  comfy
• Gap Classic Khaki Tall Pants

Tall Leather Jackets - pick the style that best fits your personality.

• Eddie Bauer - Stine Tall Leather Jacket
• Metrostyle - Superior Tall Leather Blazer
• Eddie Bauer - Leather Military Jacket
• Tall Girls UK - Leather Bomber Jacket
• Tall Girls UK - Leather Biker Jacket

My tall personal shopping service is a free service! If you need help, be sure and submit all required info via email.

The Best of Tall Snob 2011: A Look Back

It's the end of the year and I find it a great time to review my successes and failures. I guess it goes along with trying to set realistic resolutions for the new year.
Today, I thought I'd show you a look back at Tall Snob, with our list of best blog posts for 2011.

1. Tall Personal Shopping: Tall Business Clothes
2. Shopping for the Young, Tall & Awkward
3. Tall Tuesday: Stay Fit Through The Holidays
4. Tall Tuesday: 3 Versatile Tall Party Dresses
5. PZI Jeans Product Review
6. Tall Personal Shopper: Tall Business Suit
7. Tall Tuesday: Get Your Tall Bling On
8. Tall Tuesday: Hot Fall Trend - The Color Burgundy
9. Tall Tuesday: Tall Shift Dresses
10. Womens Tall Jumpsuits
11. Hot Tall Trends Colored Denim
12. One of the Longest Maxi Dresses
13. Large Size Espadrille Sandals - Hot Spring Trend
14. Where to Shop If You Are an Extra Tall Woman
15. Valentine's Day Dress for Tall Women

Tall Personal Shopping: Long Dressy Coat

I've had several tall personal shopping requests lately for help in finding a dressy style coat that is also long and warm. I think for the price and style you can't beat JCPenney's east5th® Long Cashmere-Blend Tall Coat. It is fashioned with princess seams for a figure flattering styles. It's a classic cut that will be an investment piece you can wear for years.  Choose from 3 colors - camel, black, or charcoal. Best of all, it's currently on sale for just $135.

View more women's tall coats.





Tall Personal Shopping: Jeans, Boots, Pants & Dresses

I received this request for tall personal shopping:

"Hi, I am 6'4 and 170 pounds I would really like to have jeans, yoga, pants, sweats and dresses that fit. I love heel-less boots and my shoe size is 11-11.5 my inseam is 37.5 sometimes 37s fit and 38s are great! I am 19 so the cheaper the better! I don't usually buy anything over $100. Thanks so much! -Kate"

Mary, Thanks for trusting in me to help you plan your wardrobe. First off, we have special sections of the items you are requesting and we are constantly updating them.

• Jeans by inseam lengths
• Pants by inseam lengths
• Tall Workout Pants 
• Women's Tall Dresses

Below are hand picked items chosen for you. Most of the items are easy to wear on a normal every day basis. All items are less than $100.

Tall Jeans

• Gap -1969 Super Lightweight Long & Lean Jean 37" Inseam $59.99 Nice basic jeans for every day wear.
• Alloy - Vigold Premium Embellished Stretch Skinny Jean 37" Inseam  - Around $40. Wear with tunics and flowy blouses.
• Long Tall Sally - Parascuo - Suzy Jeans 38" Inseam. $99. The dark wash and longer length work well as a dressier jean.

Boots

• Shoebuy - Aerosoles Duble Trouble Suede Boots sale $69.99
• Endless - Chinese Laundry Night Owl Boots $90.24
• Endless Minnetonka Sheepskin Fringe Ankle Boot $57.95

37" Inseam Pants

• Long Tall Sally Wide Leg Yoga Pants 37" Inseam. $85. Alloy sells affordable tall yoga pants but are currently sold out.
• Alloy Extend Tab Slim Straight Leg Stretch Trousers 37" Inseam in brown or black. $35. Alloy is one of the best places for affordable pants.
• Gap Classic Khaki Pants 37" Inseam in 4 colors. $50
• Gap Perfect Trouser Pants 37" Inseam, perfect for work and flattering to most figures.

Dresses

• Long Elegant Legs - Kimono Sleeve Dress $89
• Old Navy - Tall Wrap Dresses in 5 colors, figure flattering. Can't beat the price at just $32.94
• Gap Striped Ponte Tall Dress  $59.95
• Metrostyle - Tall Bandage Dress sale $40

November 2011 Monthly Recap

November brought us some great find in women's tall clothing. Here's the recap:
Tall Pants & Jeans

• Luxurious Tall Leather Pants
• Rock N Rock Cowgirl Jeans 34 Inseam
• Sexy Tall Leather Pants
• PZI Jeans Product Review

Tall Personal Shopping

• Tall Business Clothes
• Tall Shirts for Wide Shoulders & Small Chest
• 35 Inseam Jeans, Low-rise and Boot-cut

Tall Outerwear

• Belted Knit Tall Blazer

Tall Shirts

• Long Batwing Shirt

Tall Dresses

• 3 Versatile Tall Party Dresses

Misc

• Shopping for the Young, Tall & Awkward
• Stay Fit Through The Holidays
• Tall Style on a Budget Total $82.37
• Women's Tall Pajamas up to 38" inseam
• Get Your Tall Bling On

Tall Personal Shopping: Tall Business Clothes

We're on a roll with personal shopper requests! Here is the latest:
"I would greatly appreciate assistance in my search for a decent wardrobe that fits me! I am 40, 6’1, with a 37 inch inseam, and a size 4 (127 lbs). I work in the professional realm, so a nicely fitting suit is always a great find. I prefer black, with a tailored feel. Long sleeved shirts that are cinched at the waist, or short sleeved patterned shirts work. I like stylish. I like a low rise waist, love a cuffed trouser. Love pencil skirts. Jeans are the hardest thing for me to find that fit well. Easy to find a 6, or higher, but a 4 with an extra long inseam is difficult. I usually find that to get a good fit, I have to pay a lot more, so if you can keep me in the $60-70 for separates, I appreciate it! I love a good sale! My suits generally run $150, when they are on sale. Occasionally I can find one for $80, and that is a big deal! Thank you for your help!" - Angela

Angela,

Many of the items you have requested can be found in our special section of Women's Tall Clothing Basics. 
I have combed the best online stores to find pieces that fit your size, inseam, and tastes. As much as I'd love to be able to present you with a lot of suit choices, they are difficult to find in your size. The key to a nice looking wardrobe will be for you to purchase high quality separates that can be mixed to create many different options.

Pictured above from left to right by rows:

• JCPenney - Liz Claiborne Big Stripe Tall Shirt - $54
• Gap - Classic Two-Button Blazer $98
• Banana Republic - Non-Iron Fitted Sateen Tall Shirt $59.50
• Old Navy - Diagonal Ruffle Tall Tops  $16
• Gap - Tall True Straight Pants 37" Inseam, rise is below waist. Straight legs pants are figure flattering and modern. $49.95
• Gap - Modern Boot Pants 37" Inseam, sits below the waist. Fitted through highs and thighs flaring out to a boot-cut. $59.95
• Alloy Clarkson Stretch Trouser - 37" inseam, wideleg with a cuff. $34.90
• Gap Pinstripe Tall Pencil Skirt $49.95

Tall Jeans - We have jeans listed by inseam length. We update them frequently. Here are the women's 37 inseam jeans.

Above left to right are some hand-picked items that should fit you and look great too!

• Zappos - Jag Jeans - 37 Inseam  -low rise boot-cut $59.50
• Banana Republic - Dark Trouser Jeans - they are a mid-rise, but may be dressy enough for some offices. $89.50
• Height Goddess - Taylor Straight Leg Jeans - made for tall women. They are on final sale - just $39.

Some of the items I have chosen for you are on sale. There will be new sales going on all week and especially on Friday - for Black Friday. So be sure and check out our sale section for additional discounts before you purchase.

My tall personal shopping service is a free service! If you need help, be sure and submit all required info via email.

Tall Personal Shopping: Tall Shirts for Wide Shoulders and Small Chest

Tall Personal Shopping Request

"I'm 5'10 and small-busted but with broad shoulders. I am generally happy buying my work pants online at Ann Taylor and The Gap, which both carry small talls. My problem is the long-sleeve blouse styles available -- AT and ATLoft don't offer Tall blouses, and The Gap's are limited to button-ups and other unflattering-to-me styles. I would like a feminine, long-sleeve alternative to button-up shirts, such as light sweaters, wrap blouses, etc. I'd really love to find something that would fit both my shoulders and my bust, but I'm willing to tailor down the body if the size that fits my shoulders is too large in the torso. (For perspective, I recently bought a suit with a 6T jacket and 2T pants, then had the jacket taken in.)" - Courtney

Courtney,

You've really given me a challenge to mull over. Women's long sleeve shirts in "tall sizes" are rare and you're correct in that most of them are button-up styles. I've found a few choices for you, but you may have to compromise on some of the sleeve lengths. Long sleeve tall shirts are so rare, and the last few months I have been doing my research as I'm actually contemplating designing some women's tall shirts. I would love every one's feed back on this, as it would be a huge undertaking. What do you think, do we need more "tall" shirts? If so, what styles would you love?

Any way, back to your question. V-neck shirts will be universally flattering on anyone. They can help your broad shoulders appear narrower. As you probably already know, any details around the breast area can help disguise small breasts.

eShakti custom made wrap top - customized with your measurements. You can even have the sleeves made in any length you desire including long sleeves. 2 colors

Long Tall Sally Knitted Wrap 2 colors

Banana Republic Blake Wrap Blouse 3 colors

Banana Republic Leopard Tie-Neck Blouse 2 colors

Tall Couture - Long Sleeve Blouse

I hope this helps. If anyone else has come across some tall shirts that would work for Courtney, please leave a comment below.

My tall personal shopping service is a free service! If you need help, be sure and submit all required info via email.

 

Tall Personal Shopping: 35 Inseam Jeans, Low Rise and Boot-Cut

I received this request for tall personal shopping:
"Hi! My name is Mary, I am 16, tall, and have a terrible time trying to find jeans that are long enough and fit right.... when I try on jeans, if they are long enough, they are huge in the waist, and if they fit right in the waist, they are way to short! I am looking for jeans that are 35'' long, low-rise bootcut, but that are not skin-tight!!!! can you help me out?!!! :)"

Mary, thanks for your email! First off, we have a special section of women's 35" inseam jeans. We update this section frequently.
Here are some hand picked items that I think you will love:

New York & Co - Classic Boot-Cut Tall Jeans

The Limited - 312 Soft Slate Boot-cut Jeans

Shopbop -   J Brand Babe Bell Bottom Jeans -such a popular figure flattering style

October 2011 Monthly Recap

We found some beautiful womens tall clothing during the month of October. Here's a look back:
Tall Outerwear

• Dorothy Perkins Tall Coat
• Chic Fur Collar Maxi Coat

Tall Pants

• J Brand Velvet Tall Pants 35" Inseam
• True Religion Tall Lounge Pants 36" Inseam

Tall Jeans

• Tall Black Jeans for Curvy Ladies 34", 36" and 38" Inseam

Tall Personal Shopping

• I Want to Be Flo from Progressive Auto for Halloween
• Boots & Coat

Tall Tuesdays

• A Tall Vested Interest
• Hot Fall Trend - The Color Burgundy
• Tall Shift Dresses
• Shopping for a Cure

Tall Tops

• Unique Long Tunic

Tall Dresses & Tall Skirts

• Height Goddess - Tall Wrap Dress
• Snow Stomper Tall Skirt

Large Size Shoes

• Hot Pink Heels

Tall Personal Shopping: "I Want to Be Flo from Progressive Auto for Halloween"

I got a crazy email from Diana. She wants to be Flo from the Progessive commercials as her Halloween costume, but needs help finding some pants to finish off the look.

Diana says "I'm in need of white jeans. Or at least that's what I think she's wearing. I can't tell if they're really light khakis. Either way. I'm 29, and I'm In between a 12 & a 14 tall/long but leaning more towards a 12. I do have a booty and I usually do really good with the New York & Co. brand. I wear about a 34" inseam.

This is a Halloween costume so I really don't feel like paying a ton of money for a pair of jeans I'll never wear again. Anything below $60 is ok with me. I'd prefer that they are boot cut too."

I must say I think this costume idea is hilarious! I looked on Google and there's all kinds of tutorials on how to recreate this look including this one.

Here are the options of white jeans or pants that I found for you:

Long Tall Sally - Cotton Sateen Bootleg Pants in white with 34" inseam.
On sale for $35.

 

Banana Republic White Denim Trouser in regular length = 34" inseam.

On sale for $40.

I hope this helps! For the record, both of these pants are stylish enough that you should wear them next Spring and Summer.



Tall Personal Shopping: Boots & Coat

I received a request from Christine, a 5'11" tall woman who is 54 year old. She is looking for 2 items. The first request is for a classic black or brown tall boot in a size 11. She would like them to be sleek with no adornments and a flat heel. She will be wearing them with skirts and has had bad luck with tall boots stretching out and falling down or not being long enough to reach her knees. Her calf circumference is 14".
The good news is that I believe I have searched everywhere and found you some options that will fit. The bad news is that the ones I like the most are very pricey, but I've included them to give you the most options.


The second item she would love to find is a knee-length or longer  tall, black, down coat with a hood. Christine wears a size 10. Here are the options:

Eddie Bauer Essential Down Parka

Eddie Bauer Lodge Down Parka


JCPenney Down-Blend Coat


Long Elegant Legs Tall Down Coat

I hope I've been able to find you some great choices! Everyone feel free to chime in with a comment and tell us what item(s) you think Christine should purchase.
My tall personal shopping service is a free service! If you need help, be sure and submit all required info via email.

My Most Memorable Tall Personal Shopper Request

When I started Tall Clothing Mall, immediately I received requests for help finding specific items. I like to refer to myself as your tall personal shopper with an emphasis on personal. One of my earliest requests was from Kara in Australia. Kara wrote that she is a tall, plus sized woman and couldn't find work pants anywhere.  She was on her last pair of pants and they were pretty thread worn. She would wear them to work every day and wash every night so she can wear them again the next day. She begged for help finding some pants in her size, but didn't have much money.
This request for help touched my heart. I totally got it!  My own self-sacrificing Mother spent the majority of my childhood with one pair of black pants that she would wear every single night, wash and then wear the next day. Our family had very little money and my Mother sacrified her wants so that her own 4 kids could have nice looking clothing.
I immediately set out to help Kara. I gave her several options. She ended up liking the price and styles of the tall pants at Alloy. (don't we all?) When she went to place her order, they told her they didn't ship to Australia. Kara and I worked out a solution. Kara ordered the pants and had them shipped to my address. I then shipped them to her house and she paid me the shipping costs via PayPal. Please don't think I'm advocating to become a shipping company, I'd rather just help you find items you need. But, I couldn't let Kara suffer without helping her out.
Kara is one of my biggest inspirations! I have tried to be the biggest and best resource for tall clothes on my website Tall Clothing Mall. I constantly visualize the tall and plus sized, or the extra tall and thin woman who is so frustrated with trying to find flattering styles of clothes. If you fit this demographic, you are not alone! The great news is that it's a great time to be Tall! There is more tall clothing now than every before.  If you need help finding something special, I'm happy to be your tall personal shopper!

Women's 37" Inseam Khaki Pants

I received an email from a Mother looking for some khaki pants for her daughter.
"My daughter performs with a local theater company and as an ambassador for the company she and a hand full of others represent the program throughout the year. This group is uniform in dress when out and about with the exception of my daughter. :( She is required to wear light khaki slacks with belt loops and a long sleeve shirt. The company provides a well fitting shirt but the slacks have been a huge problem. My daughter is 16, 6' and requires a size 8 or a 34 X 37 pant. Do you have any idea where to find such a thing or a tailor in the California, central valley?"
My solution:
Most of the traditional stores have taken the "tall sizes" out of the stores and sell them exclusively online. I personally don't know of a tailor in your area. The good news is that I have found a couple of pair of pants that may work for her, so hopefully you have time to order them.

Alloy sells a strech poplin tall khaki pants in a 37" inseam in sizes 1-25. They are a stetch poplin mid-rise trouser with hook closure, front slit pockets and back envelope pockets. $37.50.









Or,
Alloy's extend-tab stretch twill khaki pants with a 37" inseam. Stretch twill mid-rise trousers with three-button extend-tab closure and back slit pockets. Sizes 1-25 $37.90Also, get free shipping On Alloy orders over $25 with code "A25FS".
We have also updated our women's tall khaki pants section with more inseam lengths.