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15 Flattering Midi Skirts That Work Perfectly for Petites

15 Flattering Midi Skirts That Work Perfectly for Petites

By Isis Briones

Updated Aug 13, 2015 @ 3:45 pm

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Midi skirts are one of the many styling options shorter women are constantly told to avoid. But honestly, rules are meant to be broken, especially a rule as ancient as this one. A full embellished skirt, like Mary-Kate Olsen’s (above) would traditionally overwhelm a diminutive figure. Instead, she worked the silhouette to her advantage and delivered a polished, effortless look. On that note, we rounded up our favorite midis, from tea-length skirts to sexy slit silhouettes, that work for petite frames.

PHOTOS: 15 Flattering Midi Skirts That Work Perfectly for Petites

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Go for an A-Line

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This should definitely be a go-to for petites! The downward shape lengthens the body, but remember to choose a higher waist to look even longer.

Eileen Fisher Skirt, $99; eileenfisher.com

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J Crew Skirt

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$98; jcrew.com

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Alexa Chung for AG Skirt

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$245; matchesfashion.com

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Wrap it Up

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It's always best to have fabric cling on to you and a wrap midi skirt naturally shapes your figure without letting anything drag.

River Island Skirt, $56; riverisland.com

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Marc by Marc Jacobs Skirt

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$206; stylebop.com

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H&M Skirt

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$34.99; hm.com

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Sexy Slits

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If you got it, flaunt it and petite women definitely have it! Elongate your legs with high and low slits.

Elizabeth and James Skirt, $295; net-a-porter.com

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Zara Skirt

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$19.90; zara.com

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Nicole Miller Skirt

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$245; nicolemiller.com

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The Classic Pencil Skirt

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Always a flattering option that shows off your curves. Invest in a black staple piece, but switch things up with pastel hues or sheer fabrics.

Boohoo Skirt, $14; boohoo.com

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T by Alexander Wang Skirt

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$195; lyst.com

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P.A.R.O.S.H. Skirt

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$129.60; farfetch.com

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Tea Time

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Don't deprive yourself of this fun look! Forget the myth that this overwhelms a small frame because paired with a tight top, the fuller bottom can actually lead the eye downward.

Theory Skirt, $375; theory.com

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Joe Fresh Skirt

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$14.94; joefresh.com

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Topshop Skirt

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$105; topshop.com

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15 Flattering Midi Skirts That Work Perfectly for Petites

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Go for an A-Line

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J Crew Skirt

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Wrap it Up

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Marc by Marc Jacobs Skirt

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Sexy Slits

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The Classic Pencil Skirt

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Tea Time

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