Warning: This article is real and might totally ruffle some feathers. Warning #2: Seriously, I’m going to let it all out in this one and, whether you agree or disagree, what I’m sharing has been experienced by many tall women (including myself) and needs to be talked about. Warning #3: Ok, I warned you! In […]
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Hello from the streets of NYC! Today I want to share with you my latest fashion discovery. Torrid is a women’s retailer with both an online presence and brick-and-mortar stores that carries stylish apparel in sizes 10-30 as well as footwear all the way up to a size 13. I had seen them being discussed […]
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My journey to self-acceptance began with my parents teaching me strength and confidence since I was granted access onto this planet. My mother — a 6′ woman with a big bright forehead, a gorgeous gap tooth, and a calm yet jokey spirit — made sure that I felt loved and beautiful as long as I can remember. She, like many other […]
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As an outspoken fan and member of Gwynnie Bee, I was ecstatic to share the Gwynnie Bee experience with my contributors. We got together to play around with one of the brand’s fun styles, the Painted Garden Tunic Dress. Between the convertible three-quarter sleeves, the perfect length of the dress, and the colorful floral print, […]
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Well, my lovely readers, I have something important to share with you. I am not getting married☺. Not yet, anyway! I certainly hope to one day, and I am sure that wedding bells are in my future, but for now I am one of many women who enjoy occasionally looking at wedding and bridesmaid dresses […]
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“I would like to discuss your recent weight gain if you’re open to it.” Does a sentence like that get your blood pumping or what? I remember hearing those words several years ago from my doctor and instantly felt like bolting from the room. My face got hot, and my palms started to sweat. I […]
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It is a special week everyone, this week our beloved trailblazer in Tall Fashion; Long Tall Sally are celebrating their 40th Anniversary. On behalf of The Tall Society Team we wish the Long Tall Sally teams across the globe an amazing anniversary and we are celebrating with you, to 40 more years! #LTSsince76 A few […]
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I used to love miniskirts. A teacher in high school nicknamed me “Miss Naked” because my uniform skirt always appeared too short on my tall frame. Unlike Katharine Hepburn, a fierce feminist who dared to wear trousers (and my namesake), I championed the skirt. I found it to be far less restrictive than pants. So, […]
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Welcome to Sunday! I came across 2 amazing dress options for my tall sisters that I just had to share. I am a huge fan of the brand Eloquii. See some previous reviews I have done for them Here and Here. First off we have the Circle Sleeve Wrap Dress, look at this beauty! Offered in […]
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This week we are learning more about our Tall Sister Helen. I would describe Helen as a true soldier in creating more clothing options for women of height, Helen literally pours all her time and energy into making our shopping experience better. With a boutique in Bethesda and an online store, Talltique is a store you […]
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I want to start this body image article with a quick story. I was at my gym in a group fitness class, and my usual spot on the right side of the room was taken. Unfazed, I simply moved my station to the other side of the room, set up my weights, looked up at […]
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You all know what I am talking about, as you live it every day. Tall Girl Struggles, sigh… I was incredibly excited to work on this fun video for you guys with Revelist. Their I Heart My Body extension produces the funniest videos and I was delighted to take part in a video that highlights […]
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