Dresses with empire waistlines are a good choice, as are graceful A-line skirts. Too Short Petite girls who wish to appear more elongated should try short skirts, clamdiggers and capri pants. Avoid busy prints and cuffed pants, and try not to chop up the body with contrasting bold colors. Stay away from garments that are bulky or oversized, such as puffy bubble jackets. Tall women who want to de-emphasize their height can do so by wearing horizontal patterns, textured fabrics, and longer or flared skirts.
Short skirts can work as well, especially when paired with knee-high boots.
Dark, solid colors tend to be quite slimming in general, but this certainly doesn't mean that larger girls should stay away from bright or light shades. While we're on the subject of bodies, the Internet is also a great resource for those with special size issues that can make shopping a nightmare.