Tips for Talls

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Problem: My legs are really long. How do I know if pants will be long enough? How do I determine my inseam?
Solution: Some styles will list the inseam length. To measure your inseam, get a tape measure and measure from your crotch (inside your thigh), down to the bottom of the inside of your ankle. Have someone measure for you, as it is very difficult to get an accurate measure by yourself.

Problem: Leg room on airplanes
Solution: If you can afford it, fly Business or First Class. Otherwise, request an Emergency Row Exit seat, since they have more leg room. If all else fails, request an aisle seat so that you can stretch your legs occasionally.

Problem: Leg room and head room in cars
Solution: Before buying, leasing or renting a car we "try it on" for size. We have received laughs for this, but when comfort is an issue, it is worth it. Ask sales people for interior dimensions of leg and head room.

Problem: I like to wear cute dresses, but the waist is at my bust line and I feel awkward.
Solution: Wear separates like skirts (short or long) and tops that have a long cut in the bodice.

Problem: Bathing suits are cut too short for my trunk size.
Solution: Try two piece bathing suits to get the length that you need.

Problem: I have big feet and I wear large women's shoe size 11, 12, 13, 14, or 15 shoe! I’ve been to over a thousand shoe stores and can’t find any cute styles in large women's sizes.
Solution: You don’t always have to sacrifice style for sensibility. There are several web sites and mail order catalogs that carry large size women's shoes. You can order them and try them on at home with your favorite outfits. If they fit, great!! If not, you can always return or exchange them.

Problem: Panty hose always sag on me. Is there any hosiery that actually fits tall women?
Solution: We like DKNY Tall size hosiery and Jockey Tallsize. Some of our tall customers also recommend Liz Claiborne pantyhose in Extra Tall.

Problem: My inseam is 35” but most of the tall sizes come in 34” and 36” long.
Solution: The 34” inseam may be too short, and you can always hem the 36” inseam. It’s much easier to hem than to try and add length. If you don’t know someone with a sewing machine, have your pants altered by your local dry cleaners. It’s fast,easy, and inexpensive.

Problem: Leg room under desks
Solution: Some desks have a keyboard fixture that can be removed to increase leg room inches. If that doesn’t work, get an adjustable chair and lower it until your knees are comfortable. Or, have a platform installed under the desk legs to raise the desk a few inches. If all else fails, have a desk custom built. This idea is great for entrepreneurs.

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