The Best Cocktail Dresses If You're Under 5'3"
I’ve lived my entire life aware that I skew on the shorter side. Whether it was not being tall enough to ride roller coasters or inevitably never being able to see
I can say with sheer confidence that my height of 5’3” has never restricted me from trying new, statement dress trends. I’ve simply just grown cognizant that within the on-trend silhouettes, there are design hacks that play to my advantage. For instance, if I'm shopping for a midi dress, I opt for styles that accentuate my waist by adding waist seams, draping, or ruching details. While a tailor is most likely on speed dial, there are a plethora of cocktail dresses that exist for those 5’3” and under. I’m living proof. From sequined minis with exaggerated puff sleeves to sleek one-shoulder midis, keep scrolling to discover my cocktail dress picks.