I'm 5ft 9' & tried 7 dresses under £20 – Primark's viral one showed my cheeks while ‘flattering' M&S frock was frumpy
FROM runways to affordable high street clothing ranges, we all know that the fashion industry still has a long way to go in creating a more diverse landscape.
As well as seriously failing in size - whether you have a bigger or a
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As someone on the taller side, I know that not all viral mini dresses will work for my height
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Sadly, this haul was no exception - although there were a few winners
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Historically, mainstream and fast fashion brands have catered for the average height – which reaches just 5ft 4in for a woman in the UK.
This means that many trending and viral pieces garments are inaccessible to
While I am all for a leggy display, some of the mini frocks are often too short even for my liking - and that comes from someone who sports teeny shorts at the gym.
From short cuffs to even shorter hems, finding clothes online, or even in store, that will fit comfortably - and won't have your cheeks on show - can be challenging.
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So if you're like me and are tired of having to wear maxi dresses when it's boiling hot, see which viral mini frocks, including
New Look Tiered Mini Dress, £29.99
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While the dress covered my dignity, it was giving me apron vibes
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This £29.99 is bloat-friendly - and ideal for the beach
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While I rarely shop at New Look - purely because there isn't one near me - my fashion-obsessed friends always rave about their huge collection of summer dresses.
One of the many items that have been flying off the shelves is their
Available in white and fiery red, this little number can be styled up or down - pair it with
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But is it tall girlie-approved? Absolutely - but do make sure to wear skin-toned
Although this summery and flirty frock covered my dignity, it's simply not the one for me - as it felt like I was rocking an apron.
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Primark Kids Gingham Check Dress, £10
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The adorable kids' dress from Primark has become all the rage amongst fashionistas - but will I be able to pull it off as someone on the taller side?
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It's one the latest items that broke the internet - the viral
The gorgeous mini frock, retailing for just a tenner, screams summer picnics in the park thanks to its timeless check print.
To give the adorable dress a fair chance, I picked it up in the biggest size possible - aimed for 14 and 15-year-old teenagers.
Although I somehow managed to squeeze into this teeny dress, it's safe to say it came off the second I turned around and was gobsmacked by how short it is - which shouldn't have been a shock, really.
It's a real shame, as I loved the print and the cut - but if you're anything above 5'5'', I'd suggest to steer clear of this number... unless you want to have your cheeks hanging out - quite literally.
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While I loved the print and the overall cut, this adorable dress was a big fat no
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New Look Black Square Neck Flared Mini Dress, £32.99
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This dress features a timeless design that's sure to remain a hit for the summers to come
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This head-turning number features a timeless design that's sure to remain a hit for the summers to come - a square neckline teamed with a flowy bottom half, ideal to hide the bloating from all those cheeky Aperols.
Online,
One shopper, who is 5'2'', praised the wallet-friendly frock, claiming it ''gives a lovely shape'' - but will it be tall girl-approved?
If you're on the lookout for something basic yet flirty - and comfortable - this dress is a winner.
While I wasn't a great fan with how it looked with my white Veja trainers, this LBD would look incredible paired with strappy heels, a golden necklace and statement earrings.
More importantly - it covers everything it needs to cover, while still having that cheeky and playful side to it.
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This wallet-friendly frock covered everything I wanted it to cover - whilst also having that playful feel to it
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Top Primark summer buys
IF you're looking for more Primark summer buys, then you've come to the right place.
Shoppers have recently been raving about the
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And if you plan on heading to the beach, you won't want to miss these
Primark Sleeveless Corset Mini Dress, £23
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In recent years, Primark has really upped its fashion game - and this floral number looks gorgeous... from the front
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When in doubt - or on a budget - Primark is the go-to for millions of Brits on the lookout for last-minute garments, or
In the recent years, our favourite discount retailer has seriously upped its fashion game - and this
Setting you back a mere £23, this skater-style dress comes in cream, hot pink and floral - the latter of which caught my eye right away - and features an adorable bow detailing on the back.
The model online is only a tad bit shorter than me, reaching at 5'7ft - and the dress was already giving quite the leggy display, so it's safe to say I was rather sceptical before putting it on.
And rightly so - as while from the front it did cover my bits, you couldn't say the same about the party in the back.
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While I loved the overall design, print and the sweet bow detailing around my waist, this dress is not safe on windy days
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Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress, £10
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I loved the summery colour of this dress - but even as someone with practically non-existent boobs, I found the top way too tight
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After the epic fail of the adorable gingham Primark dress, I didn't have much hope for this
But while it was clearly too small and designed for someone who hasn't hit puberty yet, it did somehow cover my lower half - though just about.
The buttermilk yellow - one of the most trending colours of the season - complimented my tan and I liked the bottom half of the dress.
However, if you're on the taller or more athletic side - save that £10, as you won't be able to get both of arms in and you'll most likely just end up looking like an overgrown toddler.
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While this dress did cover my bottom half, it was clearly too small for me
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