A classic winter overcoat that keeps you warm while making a fashion statement is a staple in every woman's wardrobe. Every woman in a cold climate must invest in a high quality winter overcoat. In cold months – regardless of how stylishly you're dressed underneath – your coat is the first thing people see, which means it creates your first fashion impression.
An Overcoat is a Long-Term Investment
A flattering overcoat is a rather big-ticket item, but if you make the right selection you'll wear the coat for many years, so think of buying a coat as a long-term investment. Select durable fabrics like cashmere- and wool blends, or newer high quality synthetic blend fabrics.
Like all lasting investments, you want to avoid choosing an overcoat that’s too trendy. You want something that's fashionable, but don't want to be stuck with a dated coat. Instead, choose a coat with a classic, timeless cut in a neutral color that goes with most of the clothes in your wardrobe. Join in on trends by accessorizing your coat with the new scarves, hats, brooches and gloves of the seasonA woman who is taller than average should seek an overcoat with proportions that are appropriate for her height. She needs to seek specialty cuts in tall proportions, since even a regular maxi coat will look too short on her and sleeve lengths will definitely be an issue. Sleeves should never be too short on your winter coat !! Check out our new wool and cashmere blend EXECUTIVE Coat that is tailored to tall perfection $ 375 cdn

The Boyfriend Blazer

A fantastic transitional piece to invest in right now is the
Black Boyfriend Blazer . Named after a man but definitely made for a woman. Boyfriend blazers are a hot trend right now, but they are more than just one-trick-pony jackets! They are super versatile: they can easily be worn casually with great denim, but they can also be dressed up for any event without much effort at all.

Pair your favorite Boyfriend black blazer with
• a short or long evening dress. Stay warm and trendy at the same time.
• great jeans. Add stunning, strappy heels for evening flair or ballet flats for casual cool.
• leggings. Any color leggings and black boots will streamline this entire ensemble.
• layered tops. The friendliest fashion trend is layering. A tank with a tee overtop paired with your boyfriend blazer makes for a chic, comfortable, temperature-friendly look.
• the white blouse. Nothing more classic than the white blouse. Find one with romantic ruffles to give your boyfriend blazer the out-of-office look you want.

How to Accessorize the Boyfriend Jacket
Once you’ve chosen your outfit, it’s time to accessorize. You don’t have to overdo it – the boyfriend jacket is statement enough.
Necklaces, necklaces, necklaces. You can wear one chain with a large pendant as a statement piece. Or pile on multi-colored and multi-stringed necklaces for an even hotter look. Tall women can do it all when it come to accessories.
• Scarves. You can find any color, pattern, style, and texture of scarf in the closets of today’s fashion forward folks. Throw on a silk scarf to dress up your jacket or wind a long scarf around your neck for an unforgettable color pop.
• Bangle bracelets. Since you’ve rolled up those sleeves, you’ve got some delicate wrist territory that could use a little decorating. Mix thick and thin gold bangles together, or throw on one chunky wrist cuff for the ultimate statement piece.

The bottom line is this – the boyfriend blazer is the friendliest fashion trend this season but be sure to find one that fits you properly. Tall women need the waist to hit in the proper spot and the sleeve lengths to be long enough to pull off the look flawlessly.
Jacket shown above is available at www.longlegs.ca $135.00.

RED HOT !
LOULOU magazine says each season, the colour wheel reinvents itself for the collections and suddenly a few select shades become must-haves. For the upcoming fall 2010 season, classic red is having its moment, and given the resurgence of ladylike looks and feminine tailoring, this colour trend is not surprising. From blood orange to crimson red, the eye-catching shade is notably popular for fall.

Let the layering begin!
There's nothing like some light layers to kick off summer's descent into fall. Warm up your favorite summer pieces think leggings, long tops and dresses—by pairing them with long-sleeve shirts with blazers and bomber jackets. Our favorite finishing touch? A glitzy necklace to throw in the mix.

Key Pieces

Classic collared shirts are too cute layered beneath a buttoned-up cardi, dress, or tucked into a skirt.

A Bomber Jacket is a timeless staple no girl's closet should be without. Light enough to wear during a cool summer night, and not at all bulky when piling on the layers.

Tights (of coarse) Experiment with different fabrics and textures and, keep it classic with a solid black, or step out of your comfort zone by going for a ultra-shiny pair.

Long-sleeve Sarah knit wraps can layer easily over a collared shirt, or even a dress. Effortless for extra warmth and so versatile …...can be worn loose or tied in the front or back….or thrown over one shoulder paired with a rockin pair of denim for a chic fall look.

Tips on how to wear the popular SKINNY.

As we all have noticed, skinny pants are everywhere nowadays and there aren't going away anytime soon. We have them in black, denim and white. Need some tips on how top where them to flatter your body type?

Here are a few tips you can follow to be able to use skinny pants:

1) Choose a style that fits you well in the hip area and is the proper length (nothing worse than a skinny jean or pant that is too short !!). If skinny pants just don't work for you, choose straight legged jeans for the same look!
2) Choose a rise that is comfortable. More options are available now so search out a mid rise or one that you are comfortable with.
3) Skinny Pants are not to be worn with big sneakers they will make your feet look out of proportion. Go for flats, sandals, heels or boots. They will give your leg balance and a nice slimming effect.
4) For tops, choose something baggy and comfy, not tight. You shouldn't wear tight pants and tight shirts at the same time. You can also pair up a cute short dress and wear skinnys instead of leggings, it will give you a totally modern look.
5) Don't get jeans you can't breathe in! What's the point of looking great if you can't feel great.

Hope these tips help you achieve that super hip look you're trying to find and remember, find the style you feel most comfortable with and the lengths you need!

6'5" Carolyn Moos new spokesperson for Long Legs

Long Legs™ unveils Carolyn Moos as our newest model and web-based spokesperson. Carolyn Moos stands 6’5” and is an American model, personal trainer, nutrition consultant and a former collegiate and WNBA player. She also runs FITT4Life: Nutrition consulting, personal training, yoga and overall wellness at www.carolynmoos.com . With her fantastic height and her dedication to both her career and her dreams of changing peoples lives through positive habits, Carolyn is a great addition to the Long Legs team. We couldn’t have asked for better timing as we move forward with our national campaign that will empower women to embrace both their height and their inner beauty. “To be able to work with a company that has such a positive message as Long Legs Fashions is exciting,” says Moos. “As a tall woman myself focused on health, fitness and overall wellness I am happy to assist Long Legs Fashions in their quest to build women’s self confidence and style”. Stay tuned for great promos and events featuring Long Legs and Carolyn Moos.

THE HEIGHT BOND

The Long Legs Model search recently wrapped up with a great photo shoot. We knew when we embarked on this journey to incorporate our customers into our campaign that we were on the road to something very special. Every single application we received was absolutely fantastic and narrowing it down to just 5 women was a task in itself but it had to be done. We knew we would get some great pictures at the photo shoot but what we didn't imagine is that we would meet some absolutely fantastic women that would leave a lasting impression on all of us. These women came together from different walks of life - all in different stages of their lives . A group of strangers all brought into one room for an afternoon by chance. All different sizes and personalities with one common bond......height. The power of bringing a group of women together who are all so different but share something in common is really remarkable. The individual strength of each of these women was something to be envied but the strength of them as a group was truly empowering. From a group of strangers came a combined energy and confidence I wish we could bottle. What started as a fun project turned into a real life experience that all of us at Long Legs will never forget and consider ourselves very lucky to be a part of.
Embrace your height.....and continue to support other women and realize we are all strong on our own but together we are unstoppable.

Tired of not being able to find a basic, crisp white blouse that is long enough in the sleeves and has waist darts that actually hit you in the right spot...at your waist !!!! We hear you ! Our crisp white French cuff blouse is a staple in any wardrobe. This white blouse will enhance your professional image. You can wear it as a career blouse with a pant suit or other business attire. Or you can wear it with casual work clothes, for your relaxed office outfits. Our favorite is to pair it up with some great denim. The basic white blouse can be dressed up with some funky jewellery or dressed down with a great scarf - it will make you look good and feel comfortable both on workdays and on the weekends.

New technology Denim in 36" inseams now at Long Legs.

We are excited to announce that the first deliveries of the new innovative jeanswear product for the modern TALL woman have begun! “DESI” finally makes its debut and has begun selling its first collection at Long Legs stores and online, faster than they can get them out of their shipping boxes and onto the floor.
DESI ...Jeans come in sizes 4-20 and not only slim and trim up to 1.5 inches off your belly, but "lift" your butt through specific placement of back pockets, cut and shaping of the back crotch, and eliminate excess fabric which makes for svelter-looking thighs.DESI has been conceived to respond to women’s plea for a jean collection that would make them look and feel good no matter what their shape may be. Plus, the collection has been designed with “no bag/no sag” technology providing women with the sleek, stay-trim body they have been searching for in a jean with a 36" inseam !.

Long Legs 'Love Your Long Legs Campaign'

Long Legs 'Love Your Long Legs' Model Search is now closed. We are excited to bring you some Real Women who will be modelling for Long Legs in all shapes, sizes and ages. Thanks to everyone who submitted an application...you were all fantastic ... so fantastic that we will definately be doing this again in the near future. Stay tuned for some great pics.......

Long Legs welcomes Tall Genez!

Don't miss out on the Tall Genez event this Friday February 26th at our Yonge Street location.

TallGeneZ is a unique fashion business in many ways. Owned by British fashion designer Roy LJ Parkin & co owned by a 6ft5 American screenplay writer Amy Bartley. TallGeneZ is dedicated to designing and creating ready to wear & couture jeans for all tall women world wide, selling exclusively at LongLegs.

The idea and concept of TallGeneZ has been kept alive by Roy LJ Parkin's driven dedication to this much needed business. The remarkable aspect of TallGeneZ, is that the jeans are produced in the U.S.A. a country that Roy LJ Parkin moved to in 2005 and had always dreamed of once setting up a fashion business in. Made in the U.S.A. label is an incredibly rare feat in the denim world of today. Add the fact that all TallGeneZ designs start at a 36" inseam and go up to a 50" inseam, then you have to sit back and admire the level of commitment TallGeneZ has for all tall women world wide.

Don't Miss Out!

Long Legs has teamed up with The Shopping Channel!

You read correctly!

Long Legs has teamed up with The Shopping Channel to bring you some new "exclusive" designs. Everything from fun athletic wear, to sultry tops for a night out on the town!

Tune in on February 14th, 2010 at 1:00 pm EST and 6:00 pm EST. (Check your local listings for The Shopping Channel)

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to get these exclusive new looks!