Long Legs Fashions for Tall Women

2012-02-15T10:03:00.001-05:00

We are so excited to have 6'2" Author/Speaker Katherine Smith as our next 'Women of Height'. She is a true inspiration for tall women everywhere !

The Summer is almost over !!!

2011-09-01T10:08:00.003-04:00

I can’t believe how quickly this summer has flown by. My 20 year class reunion has come and gone. My youngest sister got engaged and married. I turned 38 in June. Stores are starting to bring in their fall and winter lines…I’ve been so busy with life that I’ve barely had a free moment. I feel like I looked up and it was mid-August.
It’s been an odd, but interesting summer. I had challenged myself to grow this summer. I had big plans of what I thought I would accomplish. I was going to take a French class this summer, I was going to go camping, and I even had thoughts of starting that workout program I’ve been meaning to get back to. I haven’t done any of it. In fact, I’ve been so busy focusing on my work, I haven’t focused on myself one bit. I even had bought 12 microdermabrasion sessions (I got a really great deal!) and I haven’t even used a single one!
So what’s the big deal? Well, I’ve realized that when I lose myself in work, I’m not as happy as I could be. This means that I haven’t written as much this summer as I would’ve liked. I haven’t made as many plans as I normally would. I haven’t traveled or visited friends like I need to and I haven’t pushed myself out of my boundaries like I do in the summertime. I also haven’t been to the beach nearly enough.
Typically I have 10-15 funny, TALL stories to share by this time in the summer because I’ve been to so many ‘events’ or small town fairs but not this year. I’ve been a bit of a hermit. So here’s what I’m going to do.
1. I’m writing about it because I know this happens to everyone. Just because I’m tall and usually outgoing, doesn’t mean I’m immune to becoming a hermit once in a while. The trick is to get back out there and keep doing what makes me happy.
2. SHOP! That’s right, I need to shop. Okay, let me back up. I need to do something I enjoy and I happen to enjoy shopping, particularly online. In fact there are some new arrivals that need my attention at LongLegs.ca
3. I’m signing up for some classes this fall. I’m nervous, but I’m doing it. I’ve picked out 2: a French conversation class and a beginner yoga class. They meet once a week and it’s for adult beginners. I like to think I’m smart, but I have lots of learning left to do.
4. I’m trying not to stress about it. I’m a bit of a worrier so the less I can worry, and the more I can actually ‘do’ is so much better for my own psyche. At work I’m a go-getter but at home I’m a no-getter. What’s wrong with this picture? It needs some attention.
5. And last but not least, I’m making a list of everything I want to finish before this summer is over. I like to feel like I’ve accomplished something and checking things off of a list is an action that gives me that feeling. I’ve started my list and it’s not going to be too long because I don’t want to set myself up for failure, but I’d better get moving or I won’t finish it all.
So, now what do I do? It’s time for me to get to get to work on myself. I’ve got appointments to make, classes to sign up for and items to cross off my list! Summer isn’t over yet and there’s still time to make this a productive summer. Who is with me???

Jennings Girls in Oregon...Living TALL

2011-08-04T11:06:00.002-04:00

Recently I had the most wonderful visit from two of my sisters and one of my nieces. It was my older sister, Heather and my youngest sister, Hilleri along with Hilleri’s daughter Baileigh. Man, did we have a nice time! Baileigh absolutely loved playing with my three cats and I had the opportunity to take my sisters to some of the beautiful places around Oregon.
We visited the children’s museum, we had margaritas on a patio in downtown Portland (yes, sometimes it IS sunny here), and then there’s my favorite thing we did, we went to Seaside and stayed in a hotel directly on the beach.
We ran along the beach, we dug for shells, we got our feet wet and Baileigh screamed with delight as she chased the ocean. It was a magical day and it was wonderful to be with my family. I love being around my sisters because we always have such a great time.
Of course I have to bring up the whole height thing because when you have 3 six footers walking along Seaside you can be sure we were noticed. It was brought up so many times with us shopping and especially when I rode the carousel with Baileigh. My feet were hanging off my horse and I could touch the ground. People love to point out the obvious and it’s so much more fun when I’ve got my sisters right there to help answer any questions in the most hilarious way possible.
I can remember back when I played sports in high school and college and I was always surrounded by tall women. It’s a very comfortable feeling for me. I could almost advocate only hanging out with people over 6 foot if my shorter friends weren’t so darn witty and funny. My wardrobe would double, I’d never have to bend over to hear anything every again, and I would always feels safe traveling in a pack of tall women (we appear to be much tougher than we are sometimes). But I couldn’t give up my short friends because they mean too much to me. I guess it’s a good thing that some people don’t ‘see’ height. It’s just not that important (unless you are trying to get noticed, of course).
Thanks for visiting me sisters. It’s your turn next Heidi!! (she’s the one that didn’t make it this trip)

Girl, you must be at least 7 feet tall !!!

2011-07-20T11:45:00.002-04:00

Although my blog is titled “Loving Your Long Legs”, I will be the first one to admit that being tall isn’t always awesome. Like all great things it comes with its challenges and, the other day, I met one of them.
The other day, I was working a shift at my job as a “beauty advisor”. By “beauty advisor” I mean that I sell makeup to unsuspecting customers in a big box retail store. My job consists of standing on my feet all day wearing a shocking amount of makeup while I make casual conversation about bronzers, smooth wrinkle erasing (“I promise!”) creams and lotions on the tops of my hands and say in a sing-song voice “Would that be everything today?”. Needless to say, my employment position can be somewhat on the tiring side. That day, in particular, was particularly frustrating as I was assigned to a brand new, just-launched makeup line for teens. This would be fine, except that I work in a mall near several old age homes and our mean age demographic is about seventy-five. MAC who??
So there I was, hunched over the makeup counter, my six foot frame begging to be stretched back into its proper height, when a little old lady came strolling past with her husband. Being the excellent sales person that I am (*brushes shoulders off), I smiled sweetly and asked if there was anything I could help her with. Instead, this woman looked up at me with an expression that could only be described as confused and somewhat disgusted and said “My god, girl, you must be at least seven feet tall!!”.
I winced as the other makeup girls surrounding me stifled their giggles. But, being that I have been six feet since the age of fourteen, I was less than phased by her observation and said calmly and assuredly “Actually, madam, I am exactly six feet one inch. If I was seven feet I would have trouble fitting through a doorway and would be peering down at you from this height”, I placed my hand about a foot taller than my head and smiled again.
Now, normally that would be the end of it. The little old lady would simple say “Oh, dear, you are absolutely correct. My mistake! And, by the way, you look beautiful”. But, this time, the conversation went a little something like this:
Me: *Placing a hand a foot taller than me and smiling*
Little Old Lady: Oh well, girl, you are crazy because you are a hell of a lot taller than 6’1’’. In your dreams! *Stomps off
Me: *Shell shocked
I couldn’t believe it. I was incensed! My face was hot with anger. At that moment, a colleague of mine who had overheard the whole conversation came to my aid.
Colleague: Oh don’t worry, Anastasia. These things happen all the time in retail. People seem to think that they can take out their anger toward the world on us. Just let it slip off your back.
Me: Are you nuts??
Colleague: I’m sorry?
Me: I’m not mad because she yelled at me. I’m not even mad because she didn’t buy any product (which she needed, by the way). I’m mad because she didn’t believe me when I told her my actual height!! She got my height WRONG.
Colleague: *Confused
This isn’t the first time someone has guessed at my height and gotten it wrong. I have gotten everything from five eleven to, well, seven foot three if you must know. And, no matter how tall or short someone guesses I am, I am just as annoyed at either. Believe me, I get enough “tall girl questions” per day to have sort of become immune, but this seems different. After reflecting on it a bit, I think it comes down to pride.I am proud of being exactly six foot one inch. Although it can be backbreaking, I really do love my height. I can’t imagine myself being an average 5’5’’ or even a “tall” (ya right) 5’8’’. Even though it comes with baggage, I would not be the same person if I was shorter or taller. I love being tall because it makes me who I am. When people make assumptions of how tall I am, I not only feel like they are making assumptions about the length of my body, but that they are making assumptions about who I am as a person. That little old lady was prescribing a height for me that she thought fit. She was telling me what I was and who I was. She was wrong. Six foot one inch fits me just fine and I am so proud of it.

Why I can't stop talking about being tall !!

2011-06-28T15:10:00.002-04:00

If you would’ve told me 20 years ago that I would be writing about being a tall woman, I would’ve laughed in your face. Twenty years ago I was a senior in high school trying to figure out how to handle growing up and being tall in a world that wasn’t equipped to for me. You see, this year is my 20 year anniversary of graduating from high school. In fact, in about a month I’m going back to Northern Iowa to see as many of my graduating class as possible. Considering that I graduated with only 35 people, I hope to see all of them.
20 years ago I did everything I could to hide from something that was so obvious to everyone around me. I was 6’4” and taller than most guys. I didn’t know how to handle it and I had a lot of anger because I never knew how I was supposed to act. So…I did nothing. I pretended that my height wasn’t there and went on with my life. While that was probably the best thing I could’ve done, it took me a long time to get rid of anger.
The anger was there because of what I called ‘the couldn’ts’. I couldn’t find clothes that fit, I couldn’t blend in, I couldn’t control the anger because I wanted to be anyone else but me. I put so many limitations on myself and it wasn’t until a few years later that I realized how lucky I was.
“Just once, let a guy taller than me ask me out on a date,” was a common thought of mine but it never happened. At least I was lucky, because my family was tall and I suppose they could relate on some level but I was so much taller than everyone else. I stood out no matter what I did and although my family was a great support for me, I wished I could’ve talked to someone or had somewhere to turn.
So now, 20 years later here I am. I share my stories in the hopes that they might help someone. I know I wish I had someone like me to talk to 20 years ago or at least I wish there would’ve been the plethora of resources available that there are now. I’m a lucky girl and the best part…I know how lucky I am. I hope you do too.

A Long Legged Love Story

2011-06-17T10:34:00.002-04:00

Hi, my name is Anastasia and I have Long Legs. Whenever I say that I feel like I have just stepped into an AA meeting but it’s true that, whenever I meet someone new, I have the urge to just blurt it out, to just get the fact that I have outrageously long legs out in the open before anyone else can comment on them. Why? Because, as I stand there among a group of people I have just met, my legs dominate the conversation. They become the quintessential elephant in the room because, as much as I ignore them, as much as I try to jut out my hip and appear shorter, they stand there ready to take over the room. Then, the conversation becomes about ME, ME, ME! Or really, more like LEGS, LEGS, LEGS!
They really are exceptionally long at a mind-blowing 38’’ inseam. People aren’t exaggerating when they notice that my legs seem to stem out of my armpits, flowing down until they meet my size ten shoes. Yes, they are size tens. Not thirteens, not fifteens – tens. You can measure them.
It isn’t easy being bombarded with the stereotypical “tall” questions when you hardly know the person quizzing you. Being asked “Do you play basketball?”, “Are your parent’s tall?”, “Is it hard to find a boyfriend?” can really get on your last nerve. It always strikes me as funny that people assume that it is perfectly fine to demand answers to these questions when you are tall. I sometimes wonder if it works in reverse and have a secret desire to ask short people, fat people and skinny people some questions of my own.
Me: Do you play mini-put?
Short person: No, why?
Me: Oh, just because you are so small…haha! Get it?
My legs certainly grab attention. And, while I didn’t always see this as a good thing growing up, I can’t help but relish the attention now that I have grown into my body (well, as much as is humanly possible). My long legs have afforded me many opportunities. People remember me by my long legs. This has come in handy in interviews where the only thing differentiating me from my competitors is that “something special” that I most certainly have. It’s helped me in modelling, in public speaking and has helped me “stand out” (ugh I can just hear the short people laughing) from the huge university classroom crowd. And, contrary to popular belief that men have to always be taller then women, my legs have given me power in relationships. Short men love long legs. Tall men love long legs.
And so you see, the questions that people ask when I meet them may annoy me, they may shock me and they may even make me blush. But do you know what’s great about them? People are asking about me because I’m special and they want to know me. And that’s more than I can say for any average gal. So, instead of gritting your teeth the next time you are asked a “tall question”, laugh and smile and answer it with pride. You have been made to stand out and rock out, girl, so take the time to create your own Long Legged Love Story!!

THE TRUTH ABOUT BEING TALL

2011-06-02T12:34:00.001-04:00

I’ve been asked quite often throughout my…ahem, 35+ years, what it’s like to be a Tall girl and quite honestly, I’ve never given exactly the right response. Now don’t get me wrong, I’ve always given a response that’s typically tailored favorably to the situation but it’s taken me years to figure out my answer and you may not like what you are about to hear.
Before I get too deep allow me to give you some background about me that may help you understand me a little bit better.
I grew up on a farm in North-Central, rural Iowa. In fact, the population of the closest town to our farm was about 200 people. Everyone knew who the Jennings’ girls were; in fact, everyone knew the entire Jennings family. Our family has been living and farming in the area since the early 1900’s and we are tall and outgoing in a small community. Everybody knows everybody.
I wasn’t the tallest girl in Northern Iowa. There was one other girl taller than I was. She stood 6’5” and although I didn’t know her personally in high school, I did play basketball against her in college. I actually felt short! However there were quite a few tall girls all over Northern Iowa and Southern Minnesota, many were right at the 6’0” mark or just above.
There are so many facets to the question “What’s it like to be a Tall Girl” and the simple answer for me personally would be: ‘It’s awesome’. However, that’s not the full truth. In fact, it’s far from the truth. It’s not always awesome. I wouldn’t change it for the world but here’s what I normally wouldn’t tell you.
· Sometimes the stares and the comments get overwhelming—when I’m alone and I don’t feel like talking I can ignore it but when I’m with my very protective youngest sister, she tends to get a little frustrated. I went through a period of being angry but I realized that it did me no good. People typically don’t mean to be rude, they are merely curious.
· It’s not always fun to be the tallest person when there’s no other tall people around—yes, its true. When there’s a large group of people that are much shorter than you it can be uncomfortable. It’s difficult to hear what everyone is saying so you bend awkwardly in order to hear.
· Dating is difficult—either the guys are scared/intimated of you because of your height or some woman want a taller man. I spent my high school years and a few college years limiting myself to only men taller than me until I realized how much I was limiting myself. Even if you don’t care about your height, others do.
· Let’s face it, clothes shopping is hard—if I need a new pair of jeans I can’t go into a store and simply buy them. I have to buy them online. In high school and college, this was horrible. I was a walking mess. Now thankfully, we have stores like Long Legs to help us fashionably attire our long bodies.
So am I saying that being tall is horrible? NO WAY! 95% of the time I enjoy standing out in the crowd, I like the attention it gives me, and it’s my conversation starter. But, there’s that 5% of the time when I wish I could blend in and not get noticed because I don’t feel well or I didn’t shower or I didn’t wash my hair…whatever the reason. I’m so happy that I don’t have to dress weird to get noticed or wear crazy makeup and a Mohawk to have someone talk to me. I can simply walk into a room and immediately I turn heads. That’s some pretty awesome stuff. Thanks mom and dad.

Casting call for TALL families.

2011-05-27T10:09:00.001-04:00

Gay Rosenthal Productions, the Emmy nominated producers behind "Little People, Big World", are casting an exciting new series TALL! The show will explore the offbeat and often-complex lives of a family or individual with a dramatic physical difference: above average height.If you are a tall family with some of your members at least 6'6" tall, you may be the next famous family!The show will explore the offbeat and often-complex lives of a family or individual with a dramatic physical difference: above average height.Casting Directors are looking for people of towering height who are willing to share their stories on a television series to be aired on a major cable network. The show will feature a family of tall people, an individual and/or a group of tall people, with members at least 6’6”. (Though not everyone in the family needs to be tall.)It’s not easy being tall... The series will address the large set of unique challenges that tall people face every day, from custom-tailored clothes to adapting to a world not made for people of exceptional height. The show aims to explore the fascinating daily lives and journeys of unique and very tall people.If interested please email: casting.jenniferdyal@gmail.com with name, age, height, location, a brief bio, and please include several recent photos of you and family if applicable.

CLEANING OUT MY CLOSET

2011-05-10T15:49:00.002-04:00

It’s feeling like spring and I’ve decided to clean out my closet. I tend to shop a bit too much and the clothes I don’t wear anymore get thrown into the back. It has caused my closet to overflow and although the cats love this area to sleep, I can’t find anything.
The task itself seemed insurmountable so I broke it up the best I could. I took the entire contents of the closet out in sections and placed them on my bed. Then I went through the piles and sorted it into 2 parts: keep and give away. If I decided that I was going to give it away, that piece of clothing immediately went into a large suitcase to send home with one of my sisters. The keep pile stayed on the bed. I’m amazed at my results and I’ve tried to sort the results into categories so you can better understand. I have a feeling I’m not alone:
Pre-Tall Clothes—these are the clothes that I purchased before I really knew how to appropriately clothe a tall body. I would shop at a normal store and attempt to fit into clothes that weren’t made for me. They would cover the parts of me that needed covering, but they didn’t fit right. Some of these clothes are from high school or just after college!
Goal Clothing—these are the clothes that I’ve either bought thinking I was going to lose some weight or I honestly thought I was thinner than I was and I ordered the size smaller from what I was wearing. The clothes are a bit too small. I keep these around because you never know when I’m going to miraculously drop 20 pounds.
Different Sizes—I have the same clothes but in different sizes. If I like something so much I might buy 2 of the same thing, but one in a size smaller (see reasoning as above—those same 20 pounds).
Nostalgic Clothing—I have my Grandma Iva’s red shirt, my Grandpa Ray’s brown sweater, and my Uncle Mike’s green sweater turtleneck. I’ve got high school basketball jerseys and college basketball jerseys and coats with my last name on the back. I don’t wear any of these items but I keep them because they bring me good memories.
What I’ve also realized regarding my wardrobe is that I tend to wear one outfit multiple times especially if I like it. This definitely cuts down on my laundry however I’m beginning to wonder if people notice. I recently ordered the Supplex Black Hoodie from Long Legs and I haven’t taken it off in about 2 weeks. I wear it with different colored scarves to spice it up. I’ve worn it with sweatpants or jeans. I’ve switch up the shoes from a pair of Mary Jane’s sneakers. I love this hoodie!
I spent most of the day cleaning out my closet and I now have a pretty good idea of what clothing I have. I’ve discovered that I’m truly eclectic in my style and I can only hope that outwardly I’m reflecting a fun manner of fashion and not a wacko who throws clothes together.
Another thing that I realized is that although I have my favorite outfits it doesn’t matter what I’m wearing as long as I’m surrounded by friends or family. My favorite pictures are when I have loved ones near me and it really doesn’t matter what I’m wearing. I look my best when I have that wonderful, happy look on my face that’s caused from being giddy with love and happiness. Huh….lesson learned.

A Tall Girl's Lessons from a European trip

2011-04-29T11:06:00.000-04:00

I was fortunate enough to travel throughout parts of Europe for 2 full weeks this year. 2 weeks! I’ve never taken this long of a vacation in my life. I went to Ireland once with my best friend for 9 days about 3 years ago. It was the longest, best, 9-day pub crawl I’ve ever done. But this was different. This was with my boyfriend of 3+ years and we wanted to sight-see as well as visit his French family.
I also wanted to simply be me. When I’m me, things happen. My height attracts attention and I wanted to record the extra-ordinary events that take place when you are tall. Being tall creates opportunities. However sometimes it’s difficult to see these situations as opportunities. Every city holds a special piece of me now because I can say that I’ve been there and in every city, something special happened. In fact, it all started in the airplane. My boyfriend told the flight attendant that I was a former Miss Tall International and he wanted his picture with me. He then announced it to the crowd as we were waiting in line to get through customs.
In Amsterdam I was absolutely astounded at how tall people were. Everywhere I looked I was staring people in the forehead, or even in the eyes. Sounds silly, huh? Not if you’re 6’4”. Typically I look around and all I can see is hair or the tops of heads (sometimes bald). But this time I saw faces and it was beautiful! Amsterdam had scores of tall folks everywhere I looked. I felt very at home. When I visited the Anne Frank historical site there were several other tall folk there and we all had some trouble on the teeny tiny stairs. I had to go up the stairs sideways because of how steep they were and it gave our tall group something to giggle about even though it was a very somber historical setting. I had a feeling of camaraderie with these strangers and I wouldn’t have had this without my big feet.
In Brussels I’m fairly certain I was hit on by a homeless man. I can’t be sure of the language he spoke nor can I be sure that he was homeless but he followed me along making gestures and speaking. I simply nodded and smiled the entire time. He kept making this tall motion with his hand and when he realized that I didn’t understand, he winked. Now that I’m familiar with so I understood part of what he was saying but it’s too bad we couldn’t understand each other. That really would’ve been a fun conversation.
We took a side trip to Bruges. I would highly recommend this city to anyone and everyone as it is so beautiful! As we sat in the restaurant overlooking the smaller town square I asked the waiter if he could recommend a local brew. He suggested one and I always go with suggestions of waiters (they know what they are talking about!). He brought the glass of Leffe beer and it was huge. He had this cute little grin and he impishly said, “Grand beer for grand lady”. I couldn’t help but smile. Yeah, I know I’m grand. The beer was delightfully spicy and I was pleasantly surprised to find a store here in Portland that carries it.
In England, London Bridge was where I had the most fun with my height. Visiting the London Bridge was a popular place for schools to take tours and I ran into many, many children who would laugh with me as I had to bend over to fit through the tiny doors.
In Paris I wanted to shop. I could’ve shopped along the Avenue des Champs-Élysées but I’m a bargain shopper and I really don’t care about brand names or couture. I wandered all around Paris and I found a shop called ‘Sunshine’. I found exactly what I was looking for in this shop. Longer tops, fun and feminine, I even saw a few dresses that looked pretty good but I was looking for tops. I went into H&M and found a couple of cute shirts there too. See, tall people can find shirts…we tall girls simply can’t find pants and fitted pieces of clothing. It was fun watching my boyfriend speaking in his fluent French (he’s from Montreal) and me pretending that I understood exactly what was being said by everyone. I think the best part of shopping in Paris was when I wandered into a plus size shop and the saleswomen were trying to fit me into everything as well as teach me French, to the amusement of my boyfriend.
What I learned from my European trip is simple: People are generally the same everywhere…Period. It’s wonderful and consistent and as long as you continue to have a smile on your face you’ll be received as such. For me, this lesson was life-changing. The better my outlook, the better I feel, the better I’m received by strangers. It’s such a simple thing and it goes far beyond my vertical measurements.

Fitness meets Fashion: 38" Inseam Yoga Jeans

2011-04-26T12:47:00.002-04:00

Jeans are not generally associated with perfect comfort. They tend to impede the large movements of the body and restrain any unusual stretching. But Second has changed all that! Combining fashion and comfort, Second Yoga Jeans are perfect for a lifestyle where the emphasis is on well-being, and where flexibility and relaxation are part of daily life.
“Yoga is currently very popular in North America. Some 9 million people practice this discipline uniting body and mind. And they appreciate anything that contributes to balance and well-being,” notes Second designer Eric Wazana. "That's why we've created these fabulous jeans that combine the height of flexibility and style.”
Offering the flexibility of a yoga garment, Second Yoga Jeans establish a perfect balance between the trendy styling of 5-pocket jeans and the comfort of lounge pants.

The secret is in the fiber Made of top-quality denim containing 97% brushed cotton and 3% elastane, Second Yoga Jeans hug the curves of the body in any position. They fit the ups and downs of a hectic day and metamorphose into laid-back fashion in the evening. For those who rack up air miles, Second Yoga Jeans are the ideal transatlantic traveling companion, because Second uses denim with 92% shape memory, while the industry standard is only 64%. And thanks to their revolutionary treatment, the cuts and styles actually shape, hold, and lengthen the body and help mask its defects. We are so excited...they will be in stores this weekend (April 30th) !!!!!

TALL FASHION FROM EUROPE

2011-04-07T09:39:00.004-04:00

Listen up ladies I’ve got the skinny on fashion. I’ve been visiting Europe (Belgium, the Netherlands, England, and France) for 2 weeks and I’ve got to tell you what I’ve seen. Now keep in mind, I’m no fashion expert. I love fashion but I’m a stickler for being comfortable. My personal fashion mantra is “I wear what I like.” Sometimes I hit it really well, and then other times I think I miss the mark, but overall I enjoy clothes. My go-to outfit this trip were my super long jeans and favorite purple sweater (both from http://www.longlegs.ca/).

Below is my inventory of what I saw during my travels. Please keep in mind that I was in bigger cities and of course the fashion that I saw doesn’t necessarily reflect what you should wear; it’s more of a fun ‘This is what they are doing on the other side of the pond’. I always say, “Wear what YOU like.” I should also mention, it’s tough to snap good photos of fashion in action so I don’t have any great shots of what I’m going to describe below. Hopefully you can imagine all of the sophisticated women dancing lightly along the sidewalks of Europe looking fabulous!

Scarves—Holy cow! Scarves everywhere. Even the men wear scarves. I wasn’t completely sold on the look before my vacation however I’ve seen so many different looks that I’m now on the bandwagon. You can wear them in your hair, around your waist, around your neck, thrown casually about your shoulders, it’s so versatile. Plus…(this is key) your scarf doesn’t have to match. Prints go with anything and a full colored scarf will make any outfit ‘pop’. The light-weight scarves are great for warmer weather, and grab a knit when it’s cold. Love it!

Skinny Jeans—I love this look on ladies with svelte figures however this is a tough one to pull off if you don’t find the right cut of jeans. I can’t wear this look very well. I have wide hips and the skinny jeans seem to accentuate the parts of me that I’d prefer to keep hidden. Women in Europe are wearing this look everywhere and it looks really…cool. I can’t think of a better word to describe this.

Boots—Tuck your skinny jeans in your boots, throw on a scarf and off you go. Seriously, boots are everywhere too. I wish I would’ve gotten a picture of this one woman who had lighter, brown, tall boots with a matching purse. She had on dark jeans and a dark shirt with a colored scarf. It was a sharp look. I’m going to attempt this look myself with a twist on the skinny jean. (It’s going to be fun!!)

Dressy Coats—I love coats. I have way too many and I see that I would fit in very well in Europe. Coats that are fitted (Trench Coats in particular) seem to very popular although short fitted coats are quite prevalent as well.

Jewelry—Yes, ladies jewelry is everywhere. Long chains, lots of bracelets, and big rings. I love key pieces of jewelry but I actually found myself wondering a few times what the point of wearing so much jewelry when it’s covered by a scarf…but I’m only here to report what I saw, not judge. I literally found that I could sit and stare for hours at all of the fashion that walks by. In fact, that’s what I did a couple of times in London, Paris and Brussels. I ordered some local beer or wine and my boyfriend and I would split a dessert and I sat and simply enjoyed my environment. So, there you have it. These are the looks that I found extremely popular while overseas. I have to admit, I love seeing the outfits that people put together. Some hits, some misses…hmmm, a lot like me.

The New MAXI DRESS

2011-03-19T14:26:00.003-04:00

As mentioned in many Spring Trend Reports Maxi dresses are big this season and i can't get enough of this trend. Maxi dresses with their carefree swish and sway have me swooning over them. What I absolutely LOVE about this trend is the ultra feminie look it combines with easy style. Maxi dresses are so versatile; they can be worn from day to night with a quick easy change of accessories. The key to having the perfect Maxi dress for us tall women is definately LENGTH !! Your entire look can go wrong in a hurry if the length isnt bang on. This season we have made our new cotton Maxi Dress 64" long from the shoulder seam. No more having to sacrifice not wearing heels or constantly pulling it down (hoping it will somehow stretch lol) .
This seasons Maxi dress is made to enhance your tall beautiful body....enjoy and celebrate it !

2011-03-10T21:03:00.007-05:00

Things that make me smile?

Have you ever had one of those really crazy moments in your car where you start laughing out loud? I had one earlier this week. I was sitting at a stoplight and the song, “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns and Roses came on. At that exact moment, a homeless man with a bandana wrapped around his head shimmeyed past. I’m not sure you can call it dancing but whatever it was, he looked like he was having a fantastic time. I started to laugh and at that exact moment he turned to look at me! My first thought was, “I’m so busted”. My second thought after I saw him smile and nod at me, “He knows I wasn’t laughing at him. He knows I was appreciating his good time”. It made my day. And it makes me smile thinking about now.

You know what else makes my day? When a little girl looks up to you and wants to be just as tall as you. My friend, Teresa has a daughter who wants to grow as tall as ‘her mommy’s friend, Holli’. I love that! It’s almost as refreshing as my own 4 nieces who compete to be the tallest. I make a point to tell them that I’m saving all of my evening gowns for them someday so they won’t have to look as hard as I did and the excitement in their eyes is priceless. They can’t wait. They don’t know what they are waiting for but they know it’s something good. Height is something to behold with them. It’s exciting. It’s powerful. Kids want to be JUST LIKE YOU. But here’s the key that I think a lot of people may miss…kids don’t see just the height. Yeah that’s part of it but they see the confidence and how you carry yourself and that’s what they are picking up on. That’s who they want to embody when they grow up.

When one of my younger nieces was 4 or maybe 5 years old I visited her pre-school and she introduced me to everyone in the room. It wasn’t my name that mattered or even the fact that I was Miss Tall International® at the time. What mattered to the boys and the girls was, “Could I touch the ceiling?” (I could) and I felt like a hero that day. Had I been embarrassed about my height, I would not have walked away with that amazing feeling. My niece was proud because she had the ‘Cool Aunt’ for show-and-tell. (Okay, I might’ve made up the ‘Cool’ part, but you get my point). We both walked away feeling awesome.

Another random thing that made me smile this week was one of the many times I got noticed. I went to a comedy club and as I was leaving I passed by where the comedians were selling their CD’s and t-shirts. I walked right up to the table and all 3 of the comedians ignored everyone directly in front of them and they all greeted me, “Hey Tall Girl, thanks for coming to the show tonight.” “How did you like the show?” “Would you like to buy a t-shirt/CD?” “Is that your boyfriend with you?” “How’d you like to go out sometime with someone a little shorter?” Keep in mind, people are 3 deep in front of me but all 3 comedians only have eyes for me. Either that or I’m seriously the tallest woman they have ever seen! I’m shouting over the tops of everyone how I loved the show and that I have a saying about shorter men. I made a motion from shoulder to shoulder and I said, “Must be this tall to ride the ride, Fellas.” I smiled, waved and walked out the door with my boyfriend in tow. Now tell me, how could you NOT smile after that?

Here are some other quick thoughts on things that made me smile this week:

· Knowing that I have exit row seats for my Portland – to – Amsterdam flight because the Delta flight attendant saw our heights (both of us at 6’4”) and she knew that we would really appreciate them

· Receiving 8 free drink tickets from a co-worker for my Delta flight (what a great guy that Roy!

· Getting my hair highlighted and knowing that the lighter color makes me feel like spring is on the way

· Buying new make-up at MAC that can cover anything (you’ll understand when you read below)

Now, I do have something to tell you that does not make me smile. It doesn’t really have anything to do with height but perhaps if you have pets you can relate. I have cats and there’s one in particular who isn’t cuddly during the day, but at night he likes to sleep on my head (the cat in the picture is the offending cat, Meow-Meow). Earlier this week he was directly on top of my head and I must’ve moved during the night in a way that startled him because he launched himself straight off of my face using his back-claws. I now have a black-eye. Honestly, it looks kinda cool, like I’m rough and I got in an altercation however I’m leaving for my big trip very soon and I certainly hope that the bruising and scratches calm down. Nothing that a little make-up won’t cover, I suppose.

It’s been pretty darn good week around my neck of the woods and I can’t complain. I’ll be taking in some new adventures over the next couple of weeks which you can be sure I will write about. Until then…

Living TALL with HOLLI

2011-03-01T14:56:00.017-05:00

Pull up a chair and let’s have a chat.
I am just like you. I made spaghetti for dinner tonight. I used a canned sauce and put extra cheese in it because no one was watching (well, except for the cats...shhhh!). And for no reason at all I opened a bottle of chardonnay because I felt like it. I bet you do that occasionally.
I have great friends, some live in Portland, Oregon where I live. Some live elsewhere. In fact, tonight I’m drinking my chardonnay out of a glass that my good friend Jane gave me. The glass has a Queen’s crown on it and it makes me feel special. I do things periodically that make me feel special. You probably do that too.
I like to write, especially about the one truly noticeable thing that makes ME special…my height. Here’s where I may or may not be like you. I’m 6’4”. I can’t go into a ‘normal’ store and buy a long-sleeved shirt because the sleeves fit half-way up my arms. Ditto on the pants. I’ve never been able to shop in a ‘normal-sized’ store. It used to bother me, but it doesn’t anymore. Why, you may ask? Because I have options now (the dress I am wearing in the picture is one of my favorites from Long Legs Fashions !!!) and I can still go into those ‘normal-size’ stores for short sleeves, skirts (not too short, mind you), dresses, and things that don’t have to be fitted.

So a little bit about me: I grew up in tall family (picture above). Dad is 6’6”, Mom is 5’7”, and my sisters are all around 6’0”. I’m wearing heels in the picture below so I look like I’m the same height as my dad! I always wear heels. The way I see it, I’m taller than most everyone anyway. (Disclaimer: this picture is a few years old and I know my sisters might have a few things to say about this-we’ve all changed a bit) .So why write, and more importantly, why write about height? First and foremost I love to write. My hope is that most tall women can relate to at least something I write about. I’m not completely delusional in thinking that everyone is going to recognize themselves in me. That would just be plain silly. Maybe I can touch a nerve sometime? Maybe I can help someone at some point? Maybe even a story I share will be mirror a story of your own. Wouldn’t that be a kick in the pants?!? Get to know me as I open up about my life as a tall person. There will be good and bad, probably some funny stories and my hope is that you will find something to relate to. Personally, I enjoy being tall and the attention it gets me and I wouldn’t change it for the world. My height affords me the ability to meet new people on a daily basis that I don’t think people of regular height realize. I also think that my height has given me many other opportunities in business, relationship, and even friendships. There can be downsides as well which I fully intend on discussing.
So, sit back, have your glass of chardonnay or whatever makes you feel special and get to know me. I’m pretty sure we have a lot to talk about. If there is something on your mind please email me at info@longlegs.ca and I will be sure to get back to you or talk about it !! Thanks

2011-02-14T11:13:00.001-05:00

LEGGINGS

Leggings are really hot going into Spring 2011. Above all, they are comfortable. All of our leggings are made of super soft fabric. Leggings are great because are very versatile. They can be dressed up with your fancy tunic blouse or dressed down in a very casual way. Different ways to wear your own leggings help you enhance your strategies to be fashionable. They enjoy a wide variety of colors as well. They are designed in ways to help develop your fashion sence. More and more designers this season have made leggings a key component of their collection. Various legging styles like our new Cargo Legging offer you more opportunities to make them go with your whole dressing style. As for length – they HAVE to be long enough…make sure you get a pair long enough for your long legs. Yeah …summer is coming !!

2011-01-05T13:35:00.002-05:00

Happy New Year everyone!

Here’s to a bright and prosperous 2011. With the new year comes new ambitions. At Long Legs we have some lofty goals for 2011 – create even better clothing at the best price possible; offer a variety of style solutions to our customers; open more stores to bring the brand to more shoppers; and do it all while looking chic and keeping healthy. We are very excited about our Summer 2011 collection which is full of colorful Maxi Dresses, Linen Suits, fabulous new fabrics, new activewear and much much more. Stay tuned for a preview soon…….

2010-12-03T10:52:00.003-05:00

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

2010-10-02T14:40:00.003-04:00

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.

2010-08-30T10:21:00.003-04:00

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.

2010-08-28T11:21:00.002-04:00

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.

2010-07-15T20:40:00.003-04:00

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

2010-06-28T18:47:00.002-04:00

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.

2010-05-15T00:48:00.002-04:00

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.

2010-05-08T19:39:00.001-04:00

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.

2010-04-24T09:41:00.002-04:00

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'

2010-04-13T19:00:00.003-04:00

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!

2010-02-23T13:10:00.003-05:00

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!

2010-01-26T13:31:00.002-05:00

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!

Happy Holidays!

2009-12-22T14:41:00.003-05:00

Thanks for a great year!! Happy Holidays and New Year to you and your family's!

LONG LEGS BLUE

2009-12-17T11:45:00.006-05:00

Long Legs is proud to introduce its new BLUE Collegiate line. This line was designed with the Campus girl in mind. Embrace your height and be true to you.....check back often as new styles will be arriving soon.

Newest Additions to the BLUE line:

Pleasant Words from Carla Collins

2009-11-19T14:25:00.001-05:00

“I have always hated shopping for jeans. I would honestly rather brave the florescent lights of a swimsuit dressing room than try to squeeze into a pair of jeans. At least if I’m shopping for a bathing suit, it means that I’m going to a beach somewhere warm. A friend recommended that I visit Long Legs boutique on Yonge north of Eglinton in Toronto and I swear, their selection of jeans changed my life! Every single pair looked awesome and fit beautifully. The jeans even lifted my tragic “white girl flat butt”. All of their clothes are perfect for we Amazon temptresses and the shirts, skirts, sweaters and dressed I found at Long Legs fit perfectly and look like they were tailor made for me.

I also just adored Nancy, Amy and Jill who work there. They made me feel comfortable, helped me find exactly what I was looking for and were simply wonderful. Those foxy ladies were super fun and really helpful. Long Legs has everything a tall chick could ask for: casual wear, jeans, cocktail dresses, active wear etc…and my mom is thrilled that their shoe sizes start at size 10!

If you have long limbs, I highly recommend shopping at Long Legs. There’s nothing sexier than a great pair of jeans that fit perfectly. Love, love that place.”

Thanks again ,

Carla xo

LOIS has arrived!

2009-11-17T10:48:00.007-05:00

We now have some great new LOIS products at Long Legs!

All the pants have an 11" front rise for an added "slimming" look.

The new cord jackets are super comfy for a casual Fall look!

Don't miss out on LOIS this season!

Click on images to enlarge

Available in Navy, Black and Camel (as shown)

It's that time of year again!

2009-11-04T12:14:00.003-05:00

Are you sick and tired of the constant struggle to find jeans that fit your body?

Do you even know what type of jeans you should be looking for?

Look no further, Dish Jean Night has returned!

Come out tomorrow (to our Toronto Location), Thursday November 5, to meet Dish Fit Expert Christina.

Christina will help to determine what style of Dish jean best flatters your body type and guide you through an experience that, in the past, has lead to tears, hair pulling and new diets!

Save 20% off of all regular priced jeans and tops, both in store and online!

Hope to see you there!

Watch Long Legs on Daytime!

2009-10-20T12:17:00.002-04:00

Long Legs will be on Daytime, a local Rogers Mississauga Program on Oct 21, 2009!

Watch Debbie and the models discuss and showcase Long Legs' upcoming Fall Collection!!!

The show will air at 5am, 11 am, 3pm and 5 pm

Let us know what you think by emailing Kristy@longlegs.ca

BIRTHDAY WEEK!

2009-10-13T12:53:00.001-04:00

CLICK ON IMAGE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN SAVE DURING OUR BIRTHDAY WEEK!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LONG LEGS!

Classic Black Coat

2009-10-06T12:21:00.003-04:00

Coats of this length and cut (always altered for the taller frame) are always in style and offer a simple elegant choice. With the ever enduring rain and cold that the weather is bringing theses days, a classic black coats take the guess work out of trying to accent an outfit with a coat of color or varying fabric. This style can be worn with any outfit in your closet….jeans, leggings, dresses or suits. It will become a staple in your Long Legs wardrobe, that is effortlessly timeless in fashion.

Pre Order yours today!! Instore or On-line!

New Ruffle Blouses!

2009-10-01T11:05:00.004-04:00

The new ruffle blouses have arrived!

Available in black and white, with more ruffles than before!

Hudson Jeans are here!

2009-09-22T13:29:00.003-04:00

Have you heard? The seasons new Hudson Jeans are now available instore and online!

Here's what Hudson had to say:

"Worn by the hottest A listers including Angelina Jolie, Jessica Simpson, Lindsay Lohan, Eva Longoria, Mischa Barton, Sienna Miller, Hudson jeans exude the "gorgeous and gritty" look for which London and its fashion icons are world renown. Best known for their super flattering fit that accentuates the derriere and lengthens the line of the leg, each pair of jeans are handcrafted in the tradition of fine European tailoring, making them truly one-of-a kind. Both devastatingly sexy and luxuriously comfortable Hudson jeans are the ultimate denim addict fix."

Hudson Jeans in 2 new washes now available at Long Legs in 36” inseams.

YOGA PARTY!

2009-09-10T14:56:00.000-04:00

The new yoga pants have officially arrived! Get yours today in plum, slate or classic black!

Long Legs is excited to have new athletic wear arriving on a daily basis!! Keep posted for your favourite new piece to arrive!

Happy Lounging!

Behind the Scenes!

2009-09-01T10:58:00.008-04:00

Long Legs recently had a photoshoot of the Fall line with photographer Steve Carty! Great day with great company!

(Click on images to enlarge)

DESI is Here

2009-08-20T14:16:00.003-04:00

Long Legs would like to introduce you to the newest jean from the DISH collection, DESI.

The DESI is designed for the strong modern woman, giving her a truly contemporary persona, but built specifically for her to look good in feel-good fits adjusted to her own body’s needs as she celebrates her curves.

Long Legs is committed to helping every woman find that perfect jean for their body and this DESI might be the answer.

The DESI exudes confidence with pure, clean and uncluttered sophistication and exciting fabrics and washes. As always, Long Legs will carry this jean in a 36” inseam to ensure that Tall remains beautiful.

Come find your inner jean goddess at Long Legs today and make sure you ask for the new DESI!

DISH HAS ARRIVED

2009-08-13T13:47:00.003-04:00

When looking for a style that is casual, genuine, unpretentious and bold, look no further then DISH jeans. Dish jeans originated in Vancouver, BC and that can be described as a jean that represents a fresh wide awake approach to fashion.

Long Legs couldn’t agree more and is happy to have gotten some incredible DISH jeans in for the fall season. From skinny leg to flare and low rise to mid rise. You are sure to find a Dish jean at Long Legs ideal for you and your body!

Visit in store or online today so you don’t miss out on a pair of jeans fit to make you look and feel
F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S!

More than just clothes!

2009-08-06T12:14:00.006-04:00

Now when you are showing off your Long Legs clothing, you can accompany it with our new fun accessories!!!

Whether you are wearing our new hat,

drinking out of the stainless steal water bottle,

carrying your new long legs tote bag,

or decorating your belongings with new stickers,

you will be helping Long Legs take the next step in embracing tall beauty from every aspect of fashion!

When's the flood?

2009-07-23T11:28:00.001-04:00

This morning, as I went to roll up my long jeans (purchased from Long Legs of course), trying to save them from the pouring rain outside, I was inspired for my newest blog!

Flood pants!

Working in the Long Legs store, I have heard endless stories from women who grew up with the struggle of not being able to find clothes that fit their taller frames. From undoing the hems on pants to buying men’s clothing, I am curious!

I want to hear all your stories about growing up tall and your clothing life prior to finding a store like Long Legs to help capture the essence of tall beauty and style.

Summer is still here...

2009-07-09T14:58:00.001-04:00

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, summer has finally arrived. If you are enjoying everything that summer has to offer, I strongly recommend not going into a mall. It has become a depressing scene in malls lately with the fall (YES FALL, its July!) clothing making its way to the front displays. I have begun taking pity on the summer clothes pushed slowly into the back sale corner, so this post is dedicated to them.

I am interested to know what your favourite summer trend has been thus far.
So please, comment and let me know what style or trend is making frequent rotations through your summer wardrobe.

I’ll start! My favourite summer “must have” is my slub cardigan. It is lightweight and super comfortable! It covers everything it needs to and is the perfect cover up for those chilly mornings that are destined to be afternoon scorchers!

Calling all Females

2009-07-02T13:34:00.000-04:00

I recently came across a website that is the ultimate answer to every woman’s prayers. It’s called Chick Advisor, and let me tell you, you cannot find a more informative website out there! They call themselves “a social media platform for women with user-generated reviews on the best products and local services in North America.”

They offer you the ability to get firsthand knowledge on just about anything from beauty tips and new makeup, to restaurant reviews and club openings. With the review section you can read all about other women’s experiences and happiness (or disappointments) with just about anything under the sun!

Their goal is to help women make better purchasing decisions by getting advice first on a wide range of topics from electronics to electrolysis. Their members determine the hottest trends, the best local services, and the coolest products, and they deliver the location and purchase information to make getting what you want faster and more affordable.

This website should definitely be up there on the daily internet “check “ list, with Facebook and Twitter!

www.chickadvisor.com

Add me as a friend: keaston , and let me know what you think!

Cottage Season

2009-06-24T22:44:00.001-04:00

With the weather starting to finally feel like summer, it also ignites a common feeling of excitement, cottage season has arrived!
The big weekend trip is fast approaching. As you check the weather for the millionth time, you realize that there is just nothing in your closet that is cottage worthy.
When the weather consists of hot sunny days, and cool nights by the water nursing a chill brought on by your recently sun burn, it is hard to plan accordingly without packing your entire closet “just incase”.
We recommend some of our newest Long Legs items for all that the weekend weather can throw your way.
- Long Legs yoga pants paired with a supplex zip up. Perfect for a comfortable drive up, and just the right amount of warmth for sitting by the lake watching the breath taking sunset.
- Bamboo capri’s for the nights that are still a bit too warm. These breathable, anti bacterial capri’s will also look great paired with your bikini for lounging around the dock.
- You can never go wrong with a long tank. Available in white, pink and black.
- And I know I should be knocking on wood about this one, but the “just incase” long black rain coat is a must for the forecast that isn’t always in our favour.
With the essentials in place, you can then worry about the more important things, like how you are going to pack all your belongings , including people, into one car!
Have a safe and happy cottage season!

Dress like the stars!

2009-06-18T10:36:00.008-04:00

Now a days, you don’t have to be a star to dress like one. Capture the look of Hollywood’s hottest styles at Long Legs today!

Chanel Iman is part of the baby-doll model generation, but despite her angelic figure, she is still a sophisticated gal. This summer, jump on the pantsuit trend and get inspired by this gorgeous top model.

Every Gossip Girl fan has fallen in love with Blake Lively’s character, Serena, and her fab look! This blonde starlet isn’t so different from her character when it comes to fashion. Get inspired by Blake’s trendy look.

Calling all Fashionistas! Have you seen a celebrity sporting a Long Legs inspired outfit? Send it to Kristy@longlegs.ca to have it added to the blog!

Greetings From Overseas!

2009-06-11T10:55:00.003-04:00

The following email was sent to us from Louise in England. Tall women can now capture the essence of style worldwide!

"I am sitting here, writing to you in my beautiful new beige Mavis! THANK GOODNESS all three pairs fit fantastically and I am really really thrilled! Pheeeeeew! I am so so pleased (and so so relieved!!) The fit is great, and as they all have those low back pockets, they are incredibly flattering on the old bottom!!

Thank you so much for all your help, all your trying on of the items for me, all your measuring, all your good cheer. Please let whoever is in charge of Long Legs know how totally impressed I was with your customer service. You were really great!Have a great weekend and thanks again.

Love from Louise XX"

The Perfect White Blouse

2009-05-28T11:09:00.003-04:00

The white blouse is not a fad, or a trend that will eventually go out of style. It holds a secure spot as an essential part of your wardrobe.

Now, as a tall woman, you are probably saying to yourself “every blouse I find is too short in the arms and torso for me”. Look no further! Unlike the perfect man, the perfect white blouse is easy to find at Long Legs! With longer length in both body and arms, the tall woman can now take the new white blouse to new levels!

Now that you have found your classic white blouse, it is essential to give it the attention it deserves and use it in a variety of ways. Here are a couple of ways to spice up that white blouse to ensure that your closet staple is worn to its fullest potential:

1. With jeans for a relaxed look. Roll up the sleeves and leave it untucked to accentuate the relaxed feel of the outfit.

2. Tucked into bottoms with a detailed waist. Do you have that perfect pair of detailed pants that you cannot seem to match a top with? Keep the white blouse tucked in, to draw attention to the awesome pant and not steal the attention away from the bottom!

3. Tucked into a high waisted skirt or slacks. This look accompanied with a black blazer is the perfect “power woman” look for the office.

4. Under a dress. Wearing a blouse under a dress, either a strapless or a cute summer dress , can instantly make it office appropriate!

5. With a vest. The vest and dress pant combo is the new power suit! Don’t be afraid to spice up the office attire with a new vest!

Check out http://www.longlegs.ca/ to see your newest white blouse available soon!

Fidelity Denim

2009-05-21T10:15:00.005-04:00

Have you been searching high and low for that perfect pair of jeans? The much needed staple in every woman’s wardrobe. Well Vancouver native, Jason Trotzuk has ended the search with his high end denim collection Fidelity. Fidelity focuses on what every woman wants from fabric, finish and fit. There is a Fidelity jean for every woman with a variety of different styles and sizes available. Fidelity has become a personal favourite of mine; based on remarkable longevity, great lengths and the ability to make you feel like the jeans you’re wearing were made personally for you!

The Aloe is the perfect jean for both work and play. The super wide leg and high waist is flattering on all body types from waist to toes! These jeans are available at Long Legs in size 26-34. New Wash Available in a couple of weeks!

The Belladonna is a clean, classic boot cut. This jean is a Long Legs favourite with a mid-rise and great wash to choose from! The mid-rise seems to be a big hit because of the way it hugs to your body and hides those troublesome love handles that are often accentuated in other jeans! The Belladonna is available at Long Legs in sizes 26-34. With a 37” inseam and two perfect washes to chose from.

Long Legs has new Fidelity Denim arriving in a couple of weeks! Visit http://www.longlegs.ca/ for all new arrivals.

Welcome!

2009-05-14T10:49:00.001-04:00

Hi Everyone!
I would like to personally welcome you to the new Long Legs blog! My name is Kristy and I am the new resident blogger for Long Legs! This blog is meant to be a fun and interactive form of communication for you and the Long Legs Team. Visit the blog to seek current promotions, new arrivals, be involved in posted questions and discussions and be more informed about what’s happening at Long Legs!

I look forward to embracing this new blog with all of you!

Talk Soon!