Outfits for Tall Women: 12 Real Looks Made for Long Legs
12 real outfits for tall women from tall girls on Instagram: maxi skirts and dresses, full length jeans, wide trousers, jumpsuits and long coats that fit and flatter.
Being tall is amazing until jeans hit your ankles and maxi dresses turn into midis. The trick is knowing which pieces work with long legs and a long torso.
Here are 12 real outfits from tall women on Instagram. For each one I share what it is, when to wear it, how to style it and why it works when you are tall.
🎨 Colors tall girls can rock with confidence
1. Fitted tee with a striped maxi skirt
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @eyahcohle (@eyahcohle)
📸 Look by @eyahcohle
A black fitted tee with a blue and white striped poplin maxi skirt. Tall girls can wear a true maxi that actually reaches the floor.
Wear it for brunch, travel or a summer weekend. A fitted top balances a full skirt. Perfect for tall women who love an easy, breezy look.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Black fitted tee
- Striped poplin maxi skirt
- Flat sandals
2. White tank with full length straight jeans
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📸 Look by @macymalonee
A white tank with light straight jeans that go all the way to the floor and white sneakers. The holy grail for tall girls.
Wear it every day, for errands or a casual dinner. Look for long or tall inseams (34 to 36 inches). Great for any tall woman tired of ankle jeans.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- White tank top
- Tall inseam straight jeans
- White sneakers
3. Yellow linen shirt and shorts set
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📸 Look by @ifancycupcakes
A butter yellow linen shirt and shorts set over a brown top with sandals. Long legs make shorts sets look great.
Wear it on vacation, warm weekends or a beach town. Leave the shirt open like a light jacket. Perfect for tall women who love color.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Linen shirt and shorts set
- Brown bralette or cami
- Flat sandals
4. Swirl print maxi dress with a cowboy hat
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📸 Look by @olivialaura_
A navy and white swirl print maxi dress with a black cowboy hat. A long frame shows off a bold print beautifully.
Wear it to a summer party, a wedding guest event or a night out. Pick a long maxi that hits the floor. Great for tall women who love statement dresses.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Bold print maxi dress
- Black cowboy hat
- Strappy sandals
5. Knit maxi tank dress with a tote
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📸 Look by @olivialaura_
A sleek olive knit maxi tank dress with a black cowboy hat and a big black tote. Simple and very chic on a tall frame.
Wear it for shopping, travel or a casual lunch. Knit maxi dresses stretch in length for tall bodies. Perfect for anyone who likes minimal outfits.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Knit maxi tank dress
- Black tote bag
- Wide brim hat
6. Polka dot wide leg jumpsuit
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📸 Look by @stacy_roserussell
A black and pink polka dot wide leg jumpsuit with a pink clutch. Jumpsuits are hard for tall girls, so this one is a win.
Wear it to a party, a dinner date or a wedding shower. Look for tall sizing so the crotch does not pull. Great for tall women who want one easy piece.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Polka dot jumpsuit
- Pink clutch
- Block heel sandals
7. Red polo with a denim maxi skirt
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📸 Look by @_etaylor_
A red knit polo top with a long denim maxi skirt and red boots. Bold color and a long skirt look great together.
Wear it for a fun day out, a concert or a city trip. Matching your top and boots ties the look together. Perfect for tall women who love color.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Red knit polo top
- Denim maxi skirt
- Red boots
8. Grey V neck sweater with straight jeans
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📸 Look by @life_withmargaret
A grey V neck sweater over a white tee with straight jeans and a brown tote. Simple, cozy and long lined.
Wear it for work from home, errands or travel. A V neck lengthens the torso even more. Great for tall women who want easy basics.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Grey V neck sweater
- White tee
- Straight leg jeans
9. Ruffle blouse with camel wide trousers
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📸 Look by @fashionandstyleedit
A white ruffle blouse tucked into camel high waist wide trousers with sunglasses and a tan bag. Elegant and polished.
Wear it to work, a lunch meeting or a gallery day. Tall women can carry high waisted wide trousers perfectly. Great for anyone who loves a classic look.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- White ruffle blouse
- Camel wide leg trousers
- Tan shoulder bag
10. Peplum blouse with a satin midi skirt
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📸 Look by @cocostylesnyc
A white peplum blouse with a silver satin midi skirt and dark sunglasses. Glam and modern.
Wear it to a holiday party, a dinner or a work event. A long satin skirt looks stunning on a tall frame. Perfect for tall women who love to dress up.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- White peplum blouse
- Silver satin midi skirt
- Pointed heels
11. Brown top with flared jeans
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📸 Look by @everyday_georgia
A fitted brown top with light flared jeans and a small bag on a London street. Flares make tall legs look even longer.
Wear it for a weekend walk, drinks or a casual date. Pick flares long enough to cover your shoes. Great for tall women who want a 70s vibe.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Fitted brown top
- Long flared jeans
- Small shoulder bag
12. Long denim jacket over a black midi dress
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📸 Look by @styledandtaylered
A long denim jacket over a black midi dress with sneakers. Easy, cool and great for in between weather.
Wear it for errands, a casual day out or travel. A longer jacket balances a long body. Perfect for tall women who like layers.
🛍️ Pieces to grab
- Long denim jacket
- Black midi dress
- White sneakers
Maxi lengths vs full length pants for tall women
Both are great on tall girls. The key is the right length.
Maxi skirts and dresses
- Look for tall sizes or extra long lengths
- Should touch the floor in flats
- Best with fitted tops
Full length pants
- Look for 34 to 36 inch inseams
- Should cover most of your shoe
- Wide leg and flare look best
Easy tips for tall women
A few smart choices make shopping and styling easier.
- Shop tall ranges for jeans and jumpsuits
- Check inseam length before you buy
- Wear long coats and long jackets to balance your frame
- Do not be afraid of flats or heels, both look great
- Play with bold prints and colors, tall frames carry them well
💡 My tip
Buy one perfect pair of tall jeans first. Once your jeans fit, everything else is easy to style.
Quick guide
- Everyday: tee, tall straight jeans, sneakers
- Summer: true maxi skirt or dress, sandals
- Work: blouse, wide trousers, heels
- Party: satin midi skirt or jumpsuit, heels
Tall women outfit FAQs
What inseam do tall women need?
Most tall women need a 34 to 36 inch inseam for full length jeans.
Can tall women wear heels?
Yes. Heels look great on tall women. Wear whatever height feels good to you.
What styles look best on tall women?
Maxi dresses, wide leg pants, flares, long coats and jumpsuits in tall sizes all look great.
Where can tall women find clothes that fit?
Look for tall ranges at stores like Abercrombie, Gap, Madewell, ASOS Tall and Long Tall Sally.
Stand tall, dress tall
Tall women can wear maxi dresses, wide trousers, flares and jumpsuits that truly fit. Pick your favorite look and make it yours.
More ideas: see my midsize outfits, black jeans outfits, how to style straight leg jeans and cold weather outfits for petite women.
