I received a personal shopping request from a tall woman in Australia. She asked for help finding some cute flats and heels as her special cobbler just retired and now she's at a loss as where to find her shoes. She needs size 15 and 16 shoes and they have to ship to Australia. 1. There is an Australian shoe store called Glamazon Shoes that delivers in Australia or you can visit their store in Melbourne. They sell up to size 15 shoes. 2. Try shopping at Barefoot Tess. They sell shoes up to size 15 and will ship internationally. I know you are heading into Winter so you can actually score some sales on Winter weather shoes. Plus throughout the month of May, take $50 of f your purchase of $300 or more via code 504ME. Camden Spike Heels. Bloch 'Classica Pearl" Flats. TESS by Barefoot Tess 'Madrid' Flats. TESS by Barefoot Tess 'Ella' Booties. 3. Shoebuy sells a few brands of size 15 and 16 shoes and they will also ship to Australia. Pleaser Seduce Heels in … [Read more...]
Tall Maxi Dresses: Personal Shopper
Client: Naseeba, Size 34 (size 14). Wants: A long maxi dress that she can wear to a wedding. Would prefer it to be flowy and not too tight. Also would prefer long sleeves. Prefers pastel colors. Would like it around 61" long. Budget: Under $400 Naseeba, Although I'd love to say I can find you exactly what you want, it's not here in our imperfect tall world. So, here are the closest options I can find for you. Ombre Print Maxi Dress - 62" long. Pair with a cropped cardigan. Lace & Crepe Gown - Many reviewers state it's extra long. Lighten it up with light colored jewelry. You may consider creating a custom sized maxi dress in the length you desire. Pair with a cardigan or blazer for extra coverage. Strapless Tall Maxi Dress Browse more tall maxi dresses. … [Read more...]
Women’s Tall Black Blazers
Jill sent me a personal shopping request for classic tall blazers. She has been looking for around a year for one she loves. :( She would like one that can be worn to work as well as casually. Jill is 6' tall and a size 10. A few weeks ago, I started looking and there was not many choices. Now that the Spring additions are in stock, there's many choices. I love black blazers and feel like they are a necessary item for all tall women! I know that other ladies are probably looking for the same thing, so I thought I'd show you all of the choices and let you decide on your favorite(s): Classic 2 Button Tall Black Blazer Contrast Trim Tall Black Jacket Avens Doubleweave Tall Jacket Lightweight Wool Tall Black Blazer Classic Stretch Tall Suit Jacket Cross Dyed Tall Black Blazer Liz Claiborne Tall Black Suit Jacket Textured Ponte Spot Tall Jacket Tall Suit Jacket Wool Gabardine Tall Blazer Ruched Sleeve Tall Jacket Essential Tall Suit Jacket Sleek Tall Suit … [Read more...]
Washable 35″-36″ Tall Dress Pants – Personal Shopping
Profile: Emily, 5'11" tall, Age 24, 35"- 36" inseam. Prefers: Looking for tall dress pants in washable styles. She has normal sized thighs and a small behind. Budget: Unknown. Tall Snob Responds: Emily, I hope you enjoy these hand-picked items! Would love to hear which one(s) you decide to try! Charlotte Slim Fit Tall Dress Pants 36" Inseam. Height Goddess. $119.I have the wide-leg version with similar fabric. They are lightweight and wash well. Wide Waist Pinstripe Editor Pants - 35" Inseam. Express. $79.90. Low rise, straight through the hip, flare legs. Ultimate Double Weave Columnist Pants - 35" Inseam Express. $79.90. Sits below the waist and barely boot-cut. Cotton Sateen Straight Leg Pants 36" Inseam, Long Tall Sally $69. Straight cut flatters most and has a bit of sheen to the fabric making it a bit special. Tall Julie Slim Boot Cut Pants in Bi-Stretch 35.5" Inseam, Loft. $49.99. Has a textured weave and slight stretch. Truly Straight … [Read more...]
36 Inseam Flattering Tall Jeans – Personal Shopping
I received a Facebook Request for tall personal shopping from Melissa. She is looking for flattering tall jeans. Profile: 5'11" tall, 36" inseam, size 10, age- in 40's Prefers: She says " Jeans never stay on my waist. I've given up on NY&CO jeans, too much stretch and Lee is too rigid. any ideas? I'm straight shaped, flat butt, flat hips. I don't want jeans that look like I'm a teen." Budget: Unknown Tall Snob Responds - Melissa, thanks for reaching out to me. I hope these suggestions for jeans will help you. I have hand-picked 3 pairs in different price ranges. I love "Not Your Daughter's Jeans". There are several pairs with 36" inseam length. I wear mine several days a week and they are comfortable, but don't stretch out and I haven't gotten lots of compliments on them. Next to a pair of custom jeans, these are my favorite pair of jeans. A popular style is Lucky Brand's Sweet N Low - they have a mid-rise and a slight flare. Eddie Bauer's StayShape … [Read more...]
Women’s Athletic Jackets – Tall Personal Shopping
Client: Karly Profile: 5'11", Size 6, Inseam 35"-36" Budget: Prefers below $150 Wants: A casual/sporty jacket (something that can be worn with jeans and tennis shoes but could also be pulled off with nicer casual looks for everyday wear) similar to the North Face Apex jacket. She prefers a detachable hood, if possible. Here are the options - listed with my most recommended on down: Travex Softshell Jacket 2 colors. Save 20% off via code JANUARY. Coupon ends 1/21. JCP - Xersion Tall Tech Jacket - 3 colors. Removable hood. JCP - Colorblock Tall Windbreaker - I like the color. Old Navy Tall Hooded Anorak, but the hood is still attached. JCP - Thumbhole Tall Jacket - not hooded, but decent price. JCP - Tulip Cuff Tall Jacket - 3 colors JCP - Yellow Tall Anorak - hooded, but kind of bright. Enjoy your choices! … [Read more...]
Casual Tall Woman Wants to Dress Up: Tall Personal Shopping
Client: Renea Profile: 6' tall woman, 40 years old, Size 8/10, 38" inseam length. Budget: Open Wants: Renea works in a casual office, but she tends to over-do her casual dressing. She's looking to add more stylish pieces into her generally casual wardrobe and give it more of a business-casual vibe. She's a single lady dating a male fashionisto and wants to keep up with his trendy ways. The main dilemma is that she is meeting her boyfriend's family and friends in about a month and want to make a great impression. So some more feminine style are needed fast! She's ready to take some risks and break out of her "safe" wardrobe and even needs a few dressier styles. Colors she loves include purple and fuchsia. Colors to avoid include: yellows and neon colors as they don't work with her dark brown skin. Tall Snob Responds Thanks for trusting me to help you find some outfits that will work. Also, congrats on the weight loss. Anytime we lose weight it's great to update … [Read more...]
Tall Grey Boots in Size 13: Tall Personal Shopping
Valerie has asked for help in finding tall grey boots in size 13. She had found a pair by Nine West, but the heel is too high. I have searched searching everywhere for days and can say that I haven't had a lot of luck. The options I found all have heels too. But, here they are: Annie Candice Boot only 1 left Jessica Bennett - Neva Boots … [Read more...]
Tall Librarian Wants an Updated Look – Tall Personal Shopping
Client: Helen Profile: 6' tall librarian 56 years young, size 14T, 35" inseam, size 13 shoes. Budget: Up to $400 per outfit Wants: Winter work outfits. Prefers items she can layer because she sometimes sits near doors and it can get drafty. She works in a liberal arts college in the Midwest Needs outfits that are age appropriate and modern. She can dress casually, but still likes to look professional. She sits at a computer, but gets up often to help students. Tall Snob Responds: Helen, thanks for asking for help! I want you to get your groove on in the library. You mentioned that you have lots of separates but aren't sure how to put them together. The outfits I have created for you can all be mixed and matched to give you the greatest versatility in your wardrobe. So don't be afraid to match any of these items! Sometimes, just adding a statement necklace or pretty scarf can add the needed "oomph" to your outfit. So I suggest you invest the majority of your … [Read more...]
