5 Style Tips For Petite And Petite Plus Size Ladies Over 50

Marie-Anne Lecoeur - The French Chic Expert

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5 professional style tips for petite and petite, plus sized women over 50 to look chic instantly! These style tips and specially selected dresses will instantly help you to look chic and feel amazing and feminine! All the selected dresses are styled by petite and petite, plus sized models so you can see that they work.
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@cardarmom5499 3 месяца назад

Thank you for including petite plus size. More please.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@malenadoty5643 3 месяца назад

Yes. Sheath dresses seldom work for me - my meno tummy just ruins it, and I am often one size smaller from the waist up.

@definingstyle145 3 месяца назад

Sadly, this video points out the main problem I've found to look chic. I have absolutely no problem looking chic at work in elegant sheath dresses, but when I try to dress casually, I struggle. I wish more of the chic choices shown were more casual in style

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

This was confined to dresses if it is well received I will do more to show different styles and garments 🙂

@junleifa 3 месяца назад

Yes please, Marie-Anne!

@tngirlz4622 3 месяца назад

Yes, please! Casual is difficult for me, too!

@yvonnebarstow6694 3 месяца назад

And trousers, jeans, shorts!!

@debbiepayne903 3 месяца назад

Yes, please. Casual is the hardest for petites to keep from looking dumpy. My Lifestyle now seldom calls for dresses. Even dressier occasions in my area are pants appropriate. Upscale casual

@SNi-hn1wd 2 месяца назад

We need your videos! As a society, we've been told that it doesn't matter how you dress or how your manners are. We all need to change and re-adopt classy style and manners. Not snobbish, but classy.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 2 месяца назад

🙏

@amicaaranearum 3 месяца назад

I am a nerd who always considered style to be a trivial matter, so I never learned how to make good choices. But now that I’m in my 40s, I’m becoming more conscious of how my style determines how I carry myself and how other people view me - and how that impacts me as a professional. I appreciate how you explain what makes different choices flattering or unflattering so that I can judge things for myself rather than just relying on outfits selected by other people.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour Amica - style truly reflects who you are and how you see yourself - I am so happy my channel resonates with you and with what you need 🙏

@shirleydale2699 3 месяца назад

I am not petite myself Marie-Anne but I have to admit I really like those dresses for the petite ladies, and I feel I could easily wear these myself, I particularly love the navy and white polka dot one as I could be really casual with it or jazz it up for an evening with the addition of some jewellery. Thank you Marie-Anne for all your tips.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

They are lovely dresses Shirley and could well suit ladies of all heights 😃

@madeleinerobitaille4867 3 месяца назад

I am petite. Thanks for this cute video. So helpful advices.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are very welcome Madeleine 😘

@5thdimension954 3 месяца назад

Thanks so much for the petite suggestions. As a lifelong 5’3” woman, I always rely on the kinds of cuts you’ve recommended despite sometimes wanting to wear something unflattering because it’s trendy and new.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour %th Dimension - if you are avoiding those things because you know they do not suit you even though you feel pressure to buy them ... I want to give you the biggest French Chic Hug right now 🤗 never buy something because it is in if it does not suit or flatter you 👏 this is The French Chic Way

@Nicky-Music 3 месяца назад

I love the ruched dress, particularly the detailing at the hip, which would be really flattering for us inverted triangles.

@warwickshirewolfpack 3 месяца назад

I wasn't petite but I've shrunk with age, now I'm feeling that I need to change my style so I don't feel so dumpy and frumpy

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Style is a journey never a destination 😃

@elizabethpace1591 3 месяца назад

Thank you for sharing this video. I am a petit woman. My favourite dresses were the polka dots, lilac and yellow 🙂

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@patriciac4562 3 месяца назад

Thank you for this! Those sheath dresses are beautiful, and the one with the ruching at the side was stunning. Great video for us petite women! Please do a video highlighting dos and don'ts for petites and pants/jeans/jackets. I feel I'm just too small to wear a blazer.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I will se what I can do Patricia x in the interim there is this ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-djaGUybJq7I.html 😘

@loriloristuff 3 месяца назад

I had a VERY brief subscription to a particular "clothes in a box" service, and I am petite. The subscription service was supposed to tailor the box to a woman over 60, short, who hated ripped jeans with a passion. The only thing the service got correct was a lovely pair of Judy Blues, and a perfectly proportioned cardigan. Everything else- BAH! One of the most horrible was a black maxi dress with bright orange and pink lillies, made out of polyester double-knit from the 1970s. I could have made a tent out of it, it was so heavy and long! I tried three times, and every time, I sent back most of the box- the last box, EVERYTHING went back. I go shopping on my own, now. I remember the "petite rules" from my younger days that you so wonderfully illustrated here. MERCI! ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@holly7869 3 месяца назад

Me, too. I tried a different company this time and the stylist sent me a poofy-sleeved, smocked bodice, skintight with a ghastly print. I sent it back with a note: "This was in the style when I was in High School when I could wear it without a bra." Then I reminded her that I was 67 years old.

@createwithbarbbl4125 3 месяца назад

Another petite here, I loved the side drape dress. Thank you for the tips.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are very welcome x

@peggyreinhold886 3 месяца назад

Dear Marie-Ann, I'm a petite woman wearing a middle size, German 42-44, and I agree with you from the boddem of my heart. NO big prints, horizontal stripes, over whelming styled dresses, big sleeves etc. but I'm a Winter typ and wear intens colours, black and white, soft colours are not mine, even that I'm 70 and my hair is salt and pepper now. By the way thank you very much for your French styl tips, this year we go for three weeks in vacation near Fontainebleau. I promise I will take care to follow your advise for French chick ladies. I started to practise the French what I learned at school and was surprised to find out that I haven't forgotten that much as I expected and what is still "there". Many greetings from Germany near Berlin ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I hope you have a lovely trip Peggy 😃 stay Chic x

@bordeauxhouse 3 месяца назад

Thank you for the sound style advice for us, the Petite French Chic ladies!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

🤗😘

@rhondaweber5638 3 месяца назад

I love it when you speak French!!!!!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@emusic96785 3 месяца назад

The yellow dress looks like linen, giving a more slimming appearance 💛

@victoriaamphlett6548 3 месяца назад

Thank you; so useful. I love the blue polka-dot shirt dress. I find it hard to get trousers the right length. Marks and Spencer’s short sizing used to be perfect for my 5ft 3” height, but recently they’ve made them two inches longer 😢 . I can shorten the hems but they never look as good afterwards. I love watching your videos and I love your sense of humour as well as super tips. 👏

@user-qz3dq6ki8j 3 месяца назад

I have found the same with M and S trousers, much to my chagrin.

@victoriaamphlett6548 3 месяца назад

@@user-qz3dq6ki8j It’s infuriating isn’t it? Their trousers are no longer petite!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Victoria - if this video does well I will do more for different items of clothing 😃

@victoriaamphlett6548 3 месяца назад

@@MarieAnneLecoeur I’ve spent an hour this morning looking at shirt-waisted dresses on line!

@user-qz3dq6ki8j 3 месяца назад

@@MarieAnneLecoeur Thank you, Marie-Anne, that would be very helpful. It is now so hard to get clothes for very petite ladies.

@dianecyment1715 3 месяца назад

Thanks for the petite suggestions. I have no need to wear the lovely dresses that you presented, but I would love to see pants, tops, blazers and button-up shirt styling for petites in the French chic way.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I will see what I can do Diane x

@a.williams10 3 месяца назад

Wonderful video with great styling advice, Marie-Anne. Even when I'm not petite myself I loved all your tips and suggested dresses, my favourite is the navy blue polka dot, it's so cute. Petite ladies can look so chic in them. Love your hair. Merci 🙏🏻⚘

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci AW xx

@hazydreamer7965 3 месяца назад

Merci Madame. Practical advice, thank you. All the best.

@lolimahoney9371 3 месяца назад

My absolute favorite, the ruched dress! I love the color too!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

❤️

@barbara4410 3 месяца назад

Merci et joiyeuses pâques❤

@Joyce_Chia 3 месяца назад

Thank you for the tips, Marie-Anne ☺️👍👍

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are so welcome Joyce x

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

If you enjoyed this video, you will love: Look Taller - Things Every Petite Woman Needs To Know: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Hhju65J0lLc.html

@TheDriftwoodlover 3 месяца назад

Such good lessons. So easy to get caught up in all the things. I like the polka dot dress and also the style suggested for plus size. Polka dots, always a lean look and a favorite.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@jenniferharvey431 3 месяца назад

Really loved the blue polka dot and the green and white dresses. Also the sheaths all are beautiful. Your advice makes a huge difference. Thankyou xx

@magathax1587 3 месяца назад

I liked the blue polka dot and green and white too. As for the sheath dresses, I have to wonder if I could find or afford the kind of shapewear I’d need to look even half that smooth and sleek.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are very welcome Jennifer x

@catherinedickinson6158 3 месяца назад

Shorter length dresses are difficult to find for anyone less than 1.65m tall. M&S have shorter lengths but the styles are often not appropriate for petite women.

@karenbc99 3 месяца назад

Banana Republic have great petite sizing

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

It is always necessary to check designs and style Catherine - just because it fits does not mean it suits!

@vickif.4645 3 месяца назад

This is very helpful. Thank you!

@Cata.w176 3 месяца назад

Beautiful dresses. Thank you for your valuable advice Marie Anne. Greetings.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are so welcome Cata 😘

@nnbg8000 3 месяца назад

Thank you!

@ruthaxten9118 3 месяца назад

Thank you. I have just learned so much. I love the polka dot and wrap over dresses. Time to sort my wardrobe as my dresses are all layered and long!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You got this Ruth 😃

@kathleennelson8305 3 месяца назад

You can definitely wear long but it needs to be close to the ankle or the floor!!!

@suzannecorey4692 3 месяца назад

Love your recommendations for petite ladies. I am petite and love shirt dresses (have several) and several sheathes. Have always worn my skirts either right above or bellow the knee. Love your hairstyle and makeup by the way.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

🤗

@marymaddy7450 3 месяца назад

Hello Madam. Thank you for sharing and your inspirations. Happy Easter to you and your family 🙏🏾❤️.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Mary and to you and yours 🙏

@avivalevy4450 3 месяца назад

The sheath is the best

@jackiehiebert7064 3 месяца назад

Always helpful. Thank you.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@shushymcsecret993 Месяц назад

I am getting into middle age and I am finding that sewing/tailoring skills would be powerful way to take control of my wardrobe (for all women). I wish I had learned. But, we are never too old to learn, so I will be making a new hobby of learning to hem this summer.

@MarieAnneLecoeur Месяц назад

Exactly right Shushy 😃 I wish my sewing skills were better 😘

@sparklie962 3 месяца назад

Merci beaucoup Marie-Anne! I'm at the tall end of petite at at a little over 162cm, with proportionately long legs, so it can be frustrating to shop as petite items are often just a bit too short in the sleeves, waist and inseam, but the regular model is a bit too long, lol. It was great to learn more about why the no-no styles you highlighted often don't quite work for me and now I know what to avoid. That said, I feel like a few of them *might* work if I have them shortened to a more flattering length, with the sleeves adjusted. Tailoring seems to be my fate no matter what, so this has been a good reminder not to settle for a silhouette that doesn't work "as is" - but would if only I had it altered for my own body!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

A good seamstress can do wonders Sparklie and there is always on line tailoring such as with Sumissura

@ceciliasciglimpaglia4850 3 месяца назад

Thank God someone who could tell me how to dress all my life I’ve had a problem I’m under 5 feet and now I’m 73. It is hard to find petite dresses. Thank you I don’t know how you came on RU-vid but I hope I did it right to save your sub

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour Cecilia and a Big French Chic Welcome to you x

@TCMcGowan 3 месяца назад

That's perfect advice - thank you! ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

🤗

@tinalettieri 3 месяца назад

Ooh, I really like that yellow sheath. The one after the pink frou frou one. BTW, I have a red dress in a classic wrap style and it is a knockout. It doesn't overwhelm me at all and it is cherry red. Anyone can wear a solid bright color that is in their pallette. You just have to have the confidence to "strut your stuff" in it.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Confidence makes a huge difference Tina and that depends on making the right choices 😃

@cindyboughen9933 3 месяца назад

Love that yellow sheath dress! You are always so beautifully up-beat, Marie-Anne😍

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Cindy x

@stevenmans3925 3 месяца назад

Navy blue satin shirt..❤️❤️❤️ That’s my favourite babe. 🌹

@user-fc8nj3ij8q 3 месяца назад

Happy Easter, Marie Anne! that blue, silky blouse you are wearing is beautiful!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Lucja and a Happy easter to you too 🙏

@kathleennelson8305 3 месяца назад

Love the great advice and the yellow sheath too!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

💛

@mariemarin8828 3 месяца назад

Joyeuses Pâques Marie-Anne !🌷

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

And to you Marie x

@ameliaclark5792 2 месяца назад

I love the navy polka dot dress.💋💋

@MarieAnneLecoeur 2 месяца назад

💙

@marthaschuster6555 3 месяца назад

❤Thank you Marie-Anne, I am 5", I love prints, but now I see, myself wearing more, neutral colors. I do make all my clothing, I particularly like my empire line dresses. They are the best.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are very welcome Martha 😃 you have a great skill - look for patterns that follow the style guidelines and you will have an amazing wardrobe 😃

@juliea. 3 месяца назад

I'm checking out these dresses, thank you!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@juliehock6059 3 месяца назад

I think that your new hairstyle is very flattering and youthful.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Julie x

@happy1804 3 месяца назад

Happy Easter.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

And to you Happy x

@shawnjamehdor7311 3 месяца назад

I like the sheath dresses. I would like the polka dot shirt dress if it had a longer and/or narrower sleeve.

@KareninCanada 3 месяца назад

I am very short - 5' and apple shaped. One style I found that works well for me is a garment with Dolman sleeves. The Dolman cut creates a loose waist but is more fitted around the hip so it doesn't look like a sack. I have one sweater like this where the sleeves are medium length and very fitted and I wear a long, soft, printed scarf with it. The scarf adds a long line down the front and camouflages the tummy. I have a summer top in a small print with the same kind of cut but a short cap sleeve . Again, the cut hides my big waist and the print also helps to distract the eye. I do have fairly square shoulders so that helps the garment hang well. I find that prints are much more flattering than a plain colour unless there is something like a scarf to distract the eye from my shape which is really the opposite of hourglass.

@fairywar 3 месяца назад

These are really great!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😘

@karenschmidtke8129 3 месяца назад

The side wrap neck for thin! This is within my style guide limes. ❤

@lydia9835 3 месяца назад

I very much like the Ann Taylor sheath dresses, in fact, I have one! The style, though flattering, is a little stiff for my lifestyle. The shirt dresses are beautiful, however, I personally dislike puff sleeves. As a very petite woman, I find them a little cutsie- that could also be because I don’t have a long neck.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

👍

@cg50621Q 3 месяца назад

Thank you! This was very helpful. I like the sheath dresses, but they are tough for apples. I have a shirt dress in sweater material that I was debating whether to keep. I think I will have another look at it based on what you shared here.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I have specific advice for apple/plus sized ladies at the end CG - follow that advice and you will be fine 😃

@pranitahiwarkar4905 Месяц назад

Thank you❤❤❤

@ellenvanderkooy1133 2 месяца назад

I love both sheath dresses, both the Mauve and the Yellow. Fabulous! I agree with the person who made the comment about casual dress for petites, like jeans and tops. I find this years tops are too short and too wide and not keen on the wide leg jeans with ripped hems. Thanks for your wonderful advice!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 2 месяца назад

You are very welcome Ellen x

@jackienavia67 3 месяца назад

Merci beaucoup Marie pour tes merveilleuses vidéos. Beaucoup des choses que vous suggérez correspondent à ce que je souhaite à quelqu'un depuis des années ! Je pense que tu es tout simplement magnifique, je t'adore !

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Jackie x

@brickcitybrownchick 3 месяца назад

I am petite and plus and sheath dresses look awful on me: they are too tight in the bust (I'm DD) and too large on the bottom. I used to be able to wear A-line skirts, but now that I'm over 50 and my body has changed, I can't wear those either because they make me look like I have scrawny legs. It really is a lot of work finding clothes that I like, and that look good on me, but it definitely is worth the effort. I love your saying: "If it's not a wow, it's a no." That's the truth!!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour Brick City Brown Chick - make sure you know your body shape above all else and as you say hold out for that Wow! and keep sharing your sage advice on your channel 😘

@wendyallott6998 3 месяца назад

I'm petite (155cm or 5 ft 1). Also, DD. Have you tried wrap dresses? I find they're good because you can choose how much you cinch them in, they accommodate the girls and work in much the same way as a side ruched dress.

@maryokeefe5351 3 месяца назад

I buy to fit my bust and then have the leg area tapered to fit me. Not all of us are standard sizes and good tailoring makes a huge difference.

@nrgpokemon5158 3 месяца назад

I’m just 1.5in taller than petite, but always look better if I treat myself as petite. Only so many of these styles don’t work for me because I’m top heavy. That’s my challenge. My top is a different size than my bottom. So dresses (and especially any that are slim cut on top like many sheath dresses) can really be a challenge.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

If you are top heavy look for tops that have a v neck as mentioned in the video NRG - you can also watch here ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-eLRgp3lTrGQ.html 😘

@belleharris2059 3 месяца назад

Even though I’m the complete opposite of this video being tall (5ft10) and mid sized all great tips as usual! Would love to see more mid - plus sized tips. ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I will see what I can do Belle x

@lizglibert4255 3 месяца назад

Forgot to mention I’m only 4 ft 11 but only like loose clothing ,thank you .good advise too

@deyanirazandbergen5023 3 месяца назад

Not only I am Petite, on top of that I am 🍎!! 😭

@darkanne01 3 месяца назад

Same here. 😢

@carolynmareck1182 3 месяца назад

Ugh, me too!!

@KareninCanada 3 месяца назад

Ah yes, me too. I do have well defined shoulders (not sloped) so that at least gives me a better hang to my garments. Any kind of sheath dress is a disaster though.

@deyanirazandbergen5023 3 месяца назад

@@KareninCanadamy shoulder are sloped! 😂

@hollybean790 3 месяца назад

Me, too. Actually I am funnel shaped, which I didn’t even know was a thing until a short while ago…that’s me though. I really can’t wear anything fitted. I just quit wearing dresses.

@aureateblues 3 месяца назад

My specific issue as a very petite person (4'11") is that I find it difficult to find clothes that elongate my figure while also not making me feel self-conscious. I have a large bust and clothes cut close to the body or with a lower neckline often make me feel very exposed, and therefore uncomfortable.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour Aurea - you need to watch the linked video here ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Hhju65J0lLc.html

@JaneCrossan 2 месяца назад

Me too!! Same height with a large bust. I'm also old and overweight lol 😊

@shirleywilliamson7444 3 месяца назад

Love Ruched and Ann Taylor dresses. However there are very few sizes in Ann Taylor and no petite left in any colour for ruched. It does give some great ideas of dresses to look out for and are mostly what I steer towards naturally, so it's great to know I'm doing the right thing

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Exactly Shirley - take the principles and make your own discoveries 😃

@hectorraymondgonzalesburgos 3 месяца назад

Miss Marie-Anne Happy Easter darling the blue polka dot and yellow sheath dress is both perfect my Beautiful Teacher l love you 😘❤️

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Hectore and to you too

@hectorraymondgonzalesburgos 3 месяца назад

You're welcome my sweet queen

@janetstraw191 3 месяца назад

J’Dore the Navy polka dot dress, Marie-Anne!🙋‍♀️🇺🇸🥰‼️

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

💙

@goldalevin869 3 месяца назад

Your hair looks great. I am tall but found this informative and helpful.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Golda - the principles will certainly work for taller girls as well 😃

@goldalevin869 3 месяца назад

@@MarieAnneLecoeur Merci, MarieAnne. :)

@Karen-ve6ds 3 месяца назад

Thank you Marie-Anne, some of this might apply to me but I don’t look particularly short. I’m about 5’3 and wear regular sizes since petite length sleeves and trousers are too short. Yet I know what you mean regarding the bold prints. I tried on a very noisy Boden dress and that was such a shock!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

The principles will work Karen 😃

@christinechihota2608 3 месяца назад

Wonderful video .?Thanks for sharing

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are very welcome Christine x

@rosemarycrabtree5892 3 месяца назад

Thank you from a petite ❤❤❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

❤️

@b.comeau2597 3 месяца назад

The yellow dress is stunning! Wonder if it would accentuate my flabby arms? I also loved the hot pink no dress! I am 5’4” and love tiers but do realize a sheath dress looks so much better!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Watch here ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jMTZDi_QPpM.html 😘

@lizglibert4255 3 месяца назад

Love your advise on petite ,but I must admit I like big lose clothing as I don’t like fitted clothing on myself sometimes I do but most of my clothes are lose for comfort .thank you

@holly7869 3 месяца назад

I'm (most of the time) a fan of StitchFix. The most horrifying dress I received was a full-shirted, round-neck, sleeveless, brown background with large cabbage roses in yellow, beige, and orange. I'm 5'3", brown eyes, brown hair, olive-skin tone, and in my sixties. I tried it on just for a laugh. I laughed. The dress was a perfect example of what someone my shape, size and coloring should NEVER wear. 8-)

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

😮

@leecoppack5182 Месяц назад

Great fun listening and thank you for acknowledging that petites also want to look chic. Unfortunately, fitted dresses (sans the billows) are often difficult to find in the right proportions.

@MarieAnneLecoeur Месяц назад

A good seamstress can help Lee 😃

@user-wu4tf5vc8j 3 месяца назад

great advice and would be lovely if you could do a similar video with tips of tops and skirts petite/petite plus size ladies would look good in.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

That is the idea Carol 😃

@franceswray8340 3 месяца назад

I love the blue bow front dress, but when I checked the site it is not a petite fit. At 4' 10" the waist would be in the wrong place, the sleeves too long, and the length mid calf or longer. The only site that I have found that has a wide range of plus petite sizes is Talbots, it is VERY hard to find clothes that fit in this size range which can be really frustrating......

@missmayflower 3 месяца назад

Cleo petites

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I am sorry about that Frances - I can't understand that maybe they ran out of stock 🙁 it often happens when I show something

@debrawright9195 3 месяца назад

I'm 5'4" with a larger bust and slim hips and legs, so an inverted triangle 🔽. I tend to go for shift dresses and shirt dresses. I cantcwear those balloon sleeves or anything too fussy. I do like ruching which is flattering. Thanks Marie-Anne ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour Debra there is an important measurement missing from your body shape analysis which means you may be trying to dress for the wrong shape! Take this free course www.marieannelecoeur.com/shape-up-ecourse.html send me the measurements to info@marieannelecoeur.com and we can double check your bodyshape together 😘

@sylvienguyen3361 2 месяца назад

My preference for clothing has been quite similar to yours. But, as a small lady in the USA, it can be a challenge to purchase well-made, well-sourced clothing. Banana Republic does have some nice petite clothes. Fortunately, I learned, when young, to alter clothing to assure better fit. In more recent years I've learned to knit, so order select wools and natural fibers and can make sweaters accordingly. It is always appreciated when you mention clothing sources for petite women.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 2 месяца назад

I understand the difficulty Sylvie - but never settle on anything less than a Wow 😃

@emilybaxter Месяц назад

I think overdetailing has been an issue for my petite frame, a fit and flare was my go to.Thanks so much for highlighting that they are pretty but not a good choice. Now I find a more flattering look is the more fitted sheath dress and A line. My biggest problem is that I am bottom heavy, therefore I have to try many clothes on before finding the right fit, or altering the shoulder length. I am a extra small on top and small/medium in pants. I always appreciate your point of view.

@MarieAnneLecoeur Месяц назад

Keeping it simple could really help Emily 👍

@rebeccaw9656 3 месяца назад

All these tips work for me as a petite curvy pear who have slimmer upper bodies and want to minimise our lower bodies - fit and flare, avoid boxy shapes, smaller prints, monochrome or singular colour vertically… but those with an apple shape body who have larger upper bodies and want to emphasise their slimmer lower bodies may have different slimming needs - but you still want to lengthen the leg with a high waist and look for your narrowest part under your bust for that hourglass shaping but bottoms can perhaps go more fitted in profile…

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I am glad these work for you Rebecca for different shapes I have different advice 🙂

@TheBohemianStyle 3 месяца назад

Thank you very much for doing this video💗The blue dress for petite plus is perfect example I need to look for when I shop for clothes. I find it difficult to find outfits for the winter season. Kindly please help with that. 🥰

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I have videos for the winter season Christina 😃

@18751 3 месяца назад

Love the video! I'm petite at 150 cm but I have broad shoulders and big muscular arms! I do weight training and boulder climbing, and I absolutely love the toned physique. But, anything sleeveless just makes me look like a (mini) gladiator. I recently saw a twisted one shoulder top online. It looks lovely, but I'm not sure if it suits me.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Check your bodyshape 18751 if you are an inverted triangle you will have specific style goals 😃

@18751 3 месяца назад

I'll do that. Merci, @@MarieAnneLecoeur !

@Diana-yx8dh 3 месяца назад

Lovely styles. I love sheath dresses and anything classic but the sheath doesn’t work for me due to larger hip area. Seems all I can wear are A lines which are hard to find without the large prints. But thank you. I love the ruched dress. Its beautiful.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour Diana - as always you have to run the suggested styles through your own style filter - see what works and what doesn't 😃 and it sounds like you are doing just that 👏

@rosemarieprince9738 3 месяца назад

Thank you for the great tips. I live the blue polka dot shirt dress! I am petite plus and have an apron belly but think this would still work with right sizing?

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I am sure it would Rosemarie x

@pearlbrandwein4731 3 месяца назад

I love all of your suggestions as a petite who was 5'3" but due to osteoporosis, I have lost 2 inches in height on my upper torso where no petite lady can afford to.(5'1"). I've always had long legs & wear high heeled pumps/sandals. I do have a navy cotton button-down dress with "large" white polka dots & matching belt on a flowy skirt. I wear leather belts to match the footwear and always stand up/walk/sit straight. Good posture makes a very big difference. I'm sure that some of my clothes will have to be shortened again, but I'm used to that. I have a white gold, button-down shift with 4 patch pockets that is the oerfect length. I wear gold Sezane pumps/sandals to it. I broke your rule last year with a black somewhat flowy button down dress, which makes me look like a sack. However, when I bought it, I knew that I would wear my black/Siena brown silk Obi tied to the side topped off with a gold chain/unique key chain lock for more accents. I have a waffle Siena wool long sweater that matches the Obi & gold foot wear. I also have a black/white window pane duster which allows me to wear black/white pumps or silver footwear/belts, jewelry. Putting a belt/sash or a lengthy scarf around the waist, shortens a dress, draws the eye to the body frame in its entirety, but high heels enable petites to pull off alot of looks. I would also recommend sleeveless, double-breasted trenchcoat dresses which are flattering with a belt. I wear a copper-colored leather belt to make it more elegant instead of the trench-stylre belt it came with. I had the same dress in black, but tailoring can't give me 3 more inches. I have shortened summer skirts by having them shortened &/or by removing the waist band. Yes, good tailoring is extremely expensive, but it adds many years of additional wear for the garment. MARIE-ANNE, YOU ARE SIMPLY THE BEST!!??❤❤❤❤😂

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Merci Pearl x

@RENEESKATES 3 месяца назад

Love the polka dot and the yellow dresses, my issue is that I am petite with a large bust 38dd and 4’9”

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Aim to add a v neck to the style Renee but nothing too deep!

@RENEESKATES 3 месяца назад

@@MarieAnneLecoeur I have always worn v necks… they work

@phyllisadkins544 3 месяца назад

I am 70 years old and very big breasted. I am 5'4" and 138 lbs. My waist is 30 ". I like your advice. But my waist is larger now and with my breasts I don't want to look too sexy in those dresses. Help.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Watch here Phyllis ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-eLRgp3lTrGQ.html I hope it helps x

@diannerenn4726 3 месяца назад

I'm 72. 5'4", 126 pounds with the large bust. More advice for us?

@nadinecooper8709 3 месяца назад

I like your hair and your chic red lipstick!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

💋

@tinapattengale8922 3 месяца назад

Lovely information. Do you have a video for tall women and plus size tall? Happy Easter!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I do Tina! I will see if I can out it into a video 😘

@ouiser1955 3 месяца назад

I will be 70 years old next year. I’m 4’10” tall and weigh 96-97 pounds. Leg inseam is 26”. It is incredibly hard to find pants that fit me properly. I’m not very good at sewing and hemming pants is difficult for me. So far Talbots clothing shirts and tops work very well but their pants not so much. Their smallest petite size is usually too big in the waist and they don’t offer too many pants with a shorter inseam, even in petite. 🤦🏻‍♀️ It is so frustrating! I learned long ago that A Line dresses, sheath and wrap dresses worked very well for my frame. Those are the ones I would always gravitate towards. Good video! 😊

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed it Ouiser x

@janicebelfiore856 Месяц назад

Please do one for tall apple shape plus size

@bettyadkisson1681 3 месяца назад

I have a chocolate brown dress like the yellow dress and a small checked blazer with tan ,brown and cream. And the trousers too match but they are too tight in the waist and too long so I will take the waist band off and fit a back binding waist from the cut off leg hems . And remove the pant lining.Plus I have chocolate pants too match the blazer. Thank you so much for sharing. The body does and don't.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

You are very welcome Betty x

@acerrubrum5749 3 месяца назад

I know what to wear...what I can't find are the actual clothes in my size...manufacturers hate me😊

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

It is very difficult to find good designs - but you must hold out for the Wow!

@christywerpy63 3 месяца назад

I liked the blue and white polka dot dress, the lavender colored sheath and the cap sleeved dress. so flattering. I prefer my dress length to hit just below the knee and above the curve of the calf. I will definitely use these tips while selecting a new wardrobe. I'm petite-plus and have a short waist with long legs. I cannot wear high heels anymore due to an ankle injury but a kitten or short block heel will work I think. Also I like the converse casual shoes as they have a clean look to them and are fun. Marie-Anne~ what do you think of the metallic tennis shoes? Chic or non?

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

I have some gold sneakers Christy 😉

@largedoglover99 3 месяца назад

😂😂 petite people should only wear a sheath dress or a shirt dress. Oh yes, there’s ruching. As a short fat woman, I have only found shirt dresses in the 1980s. Sheath dresses have turned into body con dressesI don’t know that’s not enough clothing advice.

@franceswray8340 3 месяца назад

Entirely agree!!

@irenecohen8708 3 месяца назад

Wear plain one-color dresses which have no detailing. Kind of boring.

@lillieknight 3 месяца назад

Might have to sew up what you like with a pattern.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

This video was confined to dresses - depending as to how it is received I will do more for other garments as well

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

There is nothing boring about a style that flatters Irene 🙂

@margaretclark6729 3 месяца назад

Beautiful and helpful styles and choices Marie-Anne! Unfortunately, even if I could order from LK Bennett the price of one dress is AUS$475!! Sorry but that’s completely out of my price range. I will look for a local “dupe” of the style though!! Thank you for the excellent information - you are the absolute best!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 месяца назад

Bonjour Margaret, I totally appreciate your predicament and accept that the cost of that dress was probably outside the budget of very many of our French Chic Ladies. It is so difficult to find dresses to recommend people to buy that are of the right design, the right material and the right price! Yet as you say keep the guidelines in mind as you search for a similar dress in your budget 😃