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| Maxi Dress: Francesca’s ($25) Gladiator Sandals: from Greece, similar here ($29.94) Ark Bag: Cult Gaia Sunglasses: c/o Zenni Optical |
Weekend Recap
You may have noticed that I was almost nonexistent when it came to posting on Instagram. However, I did share several photos and videos on my Instagram Stories. From Thursday-Saturday, I attended The Blog Society Conference that was fortunately held here in Chicago. I wanted to be more present so the best way for me to share what I’ve been up to was using Instagram Story. Do you guys utilize that feature? There was so much I learned about blogging and so many amazing people I met at #TBSCON. I’ll definitely share a recap with you guys in a week or two.
The Struggle with Maxi Dresses
I’m 5’4″ but for some reason finding a maxi dress can be a struggle. Either the dress is too long or too short. I recently learned that 5’4″ is borderline petite. For the most part, I trust that my dress will shrink a little, but that is not always the case. So if the maxi dress is affordable (like this black floral one I wore not too long ago), I don’t mind getting it hemmed. However, I finally found a style of maxi dress that will work for us 5’4″ ladies.
The Best Maxi Dress for Semi-Petite Women
The best kind of maxi dress for semi-petite women is getting a maxi dress that is asymmetrical or has the high-low style. I came across this high-low maxi dress and the length is perfect! The shorter front gives me that elongated appearance and the longer length in the back gives it a maxi dress feel to it. I am wearing an XS and it fits comfortably. This dress has a little stretch to it (I love dresses with stretch to it. It’s like the comfort of an elastic waist pants haha!).
Top 5 Maxi Dresses
Want more high-low or asymmetrical maxi dresses for us semi-petite women? Here are my current top 5 favorite dresses.
xo RD
GadorVisión says
August 7, 2017 at 11:26 amUn vestido precioso! El bolsito de mano me encanta 🙂 New post: http://www.gadorvision.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:44 pmThank you!
BLackey says
August 7, 2017 at 12:17 pmThis is such a pretty dress! The High-Low maxi is such a great style. Glad you had a good time at the conference! xo Bryn http://www.waketonroad.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:44 pmThank you Bryn!
Gold Coast Girl says
August 7, 2017 at 12:59 pmSuch a pretty maxi dress! Love the print!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:44 pmThank you Samantha!
Sweets & Style says
August 7, 2017 at 1:27 pmOh my, this maxi dress is stunning, Rach. I truly love the way it look on you!
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Miri
http://currentlywearing.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:44 pmThank you so much Miri!
LyddieGal says
August 7, 2017 at 1:37 pmSounds like you had a great time at the conference! I love the look of the high-low hem, and finding a maxi dress when you are short is always such a struggle!
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Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:45 pmThank you so much!
Straight A Style says
August 7, 2017 at 1:37 pmI need this dress in my life! So gorgeous on you! I always have trouble with maxi dresses being too short. LOL
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:45 pmYou would look amazing in this dress! LOL you got legs for days girl!
Regine Karpel says
August 7, 2017 at 1:52 pmLove the bag.
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Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:45 pmThank you Regine!
LENA says
August 7, 2017 at 3:14 pmCute! And that Bag is so unique!
-Lena
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Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:45 pmThank you Lena!
Camila A. says
August 7, 2017 at 3:33 pmThis is definitely the perfect dress, whenever I see a maxi dress and i try it on it is juts impossible because it drags for so long. Thanks for sharing!
Camila,
My Vogue Style | http://www.myvoguestyle.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:46 pmThank you Camila!
Susie @ Mile High Dreamers says
August 7, 2017 at 4:42 pmSo much yes about this! Being 5'2, most of the maxi dresses I try on look absolutely ridiculous, and like I'm a little kid trying to play dress up in my mom's clothes haha. But these are perfect! And I love the one you're wearing!
Susie | http://milehighdreamers.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:46 pmThe struggle is real girl! Hopefully high-low dresses work out for you!
Trendy in Indy says
August 7, 2017 at 5:01 pmI am always searching for a maxi that won't drag the ground. This looks great on you!
xo,
Steph
@trendyinindy || trendyinindy.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:54 pmThanks Steph!
Len Parent says
August 7, 2017 at 6:19 pmIn love with your dress and bag, Rachel. Perfect combo!!!! You are such an inspiration! Keep it up girlie.
Have a wonderful week!
Much love, Len
http://www.lenparent.com
XO
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:54 pmAw thanks so much Len!
Deborah says
August 7, 2017 at 8:32 pmGah – where was this post last month when I was looking for maxi dresses? I'm 5'3, so a little shorter than you, and I have the hardest time finding a maxi dress that doesn't drag on the floor!
xo Deborah
Coffee, Prose, and Pretty Clothes
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:55 pmOh no! So sorry my timing was off!!
Missy May says
August 7, 2017 at 8:38 pmI'm seeing this basket bag everywhere. Ha!! You look wonderful in that dress and your smile is everything here. 🙂
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Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:55 pmIt seriously is the best bag and goes with anything! Thank you Missy!
Simplement Lui says
August 7, 2017 at 8:39 pmVery nice dress 😉
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Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:55 pmThank you!
vaishali verma says
August 7, 2017 at 8:56 pmI love maxi dress but same concern comes. I am 5'4". And truly said, hi lo can be the savior of the day!
Vaishali
http://www.vivaciouswish.com/2017/08/06/willing-beauty/
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:56 pmRight?! So glad it is working for you!
Stephanie Whitman says
August 7, 2017 at 9:31 pmI love that you categorized yourself as semi-petite. That's the perfect way to put it. Most of my friends are about your height and always struggle with finding the best maxi dresses that don't overwhelm them. Being almost 5'7", I never really know what to recommend, but now I can share this post with them whenever they ask me!
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:56 pmIt was the best way I can describe! Not quite petite but definitely not tall haha! Thank you Stephanie!
saralookbook · Theprettythings says
August 7, 2017 at 10:09 pmSuper cool bag ! ;D
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Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:56 pmThanks!
Laura - Alagoz says
August 7, 2017 at 10:22 pmThis looks so cute for summer! I love these kind of long dresses x
Laura
Pink Frenzy
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:57 pmThank you Laura!
Amanda Kruse says
August 7, 2017 at 11:20 pmThis maxi dress is so pretty! I love the print!
xx,
Amanda || http://www.fortheloveofglitter.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 9:57 pmThanks Amanda!
Nicole Layne says
August 7, 2017 at 11:40 pmI can't wait to hear about the conference! That is definitely something you'd want to be present for and enjoy. I'd never heard the term semi-petite but I like it. This dress is so pretty!
Nicole
Nicole to the Nines
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:02 pmI'll definitely share it soon! Haha, I think I made it up!
Ashley Hargrove says
August 7, 2017 at 11:45 pmI am so in love with this dress!! I could live in dresses during the summer and even into winter!!
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:02 pmThank you Ashley!
Jenna Colgrove says
August 8, 2017 at 1:05 amsemi-petite!! i love that phrase!
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:03 pmThanks Jenna! It is the best way I can describe my height haha
Jessica J says
August 8, 2017 at 3:06 amThat dress is so cute on you! And I NEED that bag!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:03 pmThank you Jessica!
Society Fix says
August 8, 2017 at 3:55 amI saw all your stories and it was so perfect. I hope you had fun.
You are so lucky I 5 just five, so any dress I buy as maxi will be so tall on me and I have to war it with a very high heels in order for me to actually wear it.
http://www.easys-tyle.com/
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:03 pmI definitely did have fun! Oh no! I do hope they make it more for petite girls soon!
BISSQ says
August 8, 2017 at 8:23 amYou look really pretty!!! I love the outfit!!!
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Inez Anigbogu says
August 8, 2017 at 9:19 amThat's a lovely dress and fab bag. I haven't been utilizing Instagram story much, but I'm considering it more and more.
Inez | My Small World
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:04 pmThanks Inez! I've been more recently sharing it and it has been fun!
im sunny says
August 8, 2017 at 9:34 amSuch a nice and beautiful dress you just got.
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ashon Rungsung says
August 8, 2017 at 10:44 amWow you look gorgeous in this outfit. Absolutely adore your maxi dress and that structure bag. Love to see more inspiring outfits like this. Happy week gorgeous.
xx Ashon
http://ashonfashionary.com/choosing-the-right-hair-styling-products-bardou-hair-products/
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:04 pmThank you Ashon!
Jenny says
August 8, 2017 at 11:00 amI'm 5 ft 4 too so I know what you mean! I often find it hard to fit trousers that aren't too long too x
Jenny | LuxeStyle
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:05 pmThanks Jenny! Yup that is a struggle too!
Yvonne says
August 8, 2017 at 11:44 amYou look so lovely in this summer maxi dress and the details are perfect! love the bag and your picks!
xo Yvonne
http://www.aproposh.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:05 pmThanks Yvonne!
Kelly says
August 8, 2017 at 12:13 pmLove your bag! And your picks for maxi dresses, which are my favorite for summer! I'm 5'4" too and find that maxi dresses actually help elongate me so they're always my go-to 🙂
http://www.blushandblossoms.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:05 pmThey are flattering as well!
Samantha says
August 8, 2017 at 12:52 pmThis outfit is so cute! Love how you styled it! 🙂
http://www.thefitbrunette.com
@samanthabowers_
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:06 pmThanks Samantha!
Vanessa says
August 8, 2017 at 3:57 pmRach,
Such a darling dress! I love the ruffle along the bottom! You look so pretty!
xoxo,
Vanessa
http://www.whatwouldvwear.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:06 pmThank you so much Vanessa!
awhite says
August 8, 2017 at 4:21 pmThat high-low hem is perfect for girls who are on the shorter side! I love this super dainty dress; so pretty on you!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:06 pmThank you so much Ashley!
Kara Aragon says
August 8, 2017 at 6:11 pmCute dress. Looks so comfortable. Would look great with a belt too.
Kara Aragon
http://www.thekaragon.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:06 pmThanks Kara!
Morgan Flinchum says
August 8, 2017 at 7:59 pmI'm 5'4" as well and can totally relate to the maxi dress struggle!!
-Morgan
How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com
Rach DiMare says
August 8, 2017 at 10:07 pmRight?! The struggle is real haha!
Kim says
August 9, 2017 at 2:23 amLovely dress! I have always had to hem maxi dresses. Sometimes, I'm small enough that I get child's size instead! Oh the struggle!
Kim
Simply Lovebirds
Rock. Paper. Glam. says
August 9, 2017 at 3:03 amReally loving this dress on you. I think the high low maxi dresses are perfect for those who are on the petite side. I love the color and print of this dress. You always find the best pieces. Xo, Ellese
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Eri Sunny says
August 9, 2017 at 8:19 amLOVE that dress!
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NotJessFashion says
August 9, 2017 at 3:56 pmYour dress looks so comfy! Also, I love the strap design of your gladiator sandals. And there's that cute bag again. ha! XO
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Rina Doria says
August 10, 2017 at 3:46 pmI also have to be careful when choosing maxi dresses because of my petite size and short height. I love hi-lo hemlines because they typically don't drag for me. Loving this one you've styled!
xoxo
Rina Samantha
http://www.andshedressed.com
CAROLINA HELLAL says
August 11, 2017 at 4:28 amCutest dress and bag ever! That's my favorite bag!
Liz H. says
August 11, 2017 at 1:55 pmThat dress is super cute! I'm extra petite so good maxi dresses are always hard to find!
Liz
http://Www.lizzieinlace.com
Annie Lail says
August 16, 2017 at 12:06 pmI love this dress on you! Gorgeous!