Mustard Pencil Skirt/Brooch: Made by Me. Blouse: The Loft. Cardi/Shoes/Ring: Target. Tights: Ross.
Whenever I wear flats to church I feel exceptionally short. I don’t know if it has something to do with the fact that every other woman is clad in heels, so it makes them even taller, but I find myself looking up uncomfortably at them and wondering why I suddenly feel like I should grab their hand like a little monkey and ask if we can pretty please get some ice cream later?
And then as I was standing with the littles at the bus stop this morning, looking at one of the other kids waiting to get on the bus and I realized, that girl couldn’t have been over 9 and she was almost as tall as me.
Nine.
I realize now why I felt so short on Sunday.
It’s because I am.
Short.
ps. come back tomorrow for a special dressed on a dime link-up… woot woot.
So I just had to comment and let you know that while reading this post, my 2 yr old daughter came up and pointed to your picture and said “PRINCESS!” haha :)
Absolutely love the brooch you made! I bought a gorgeous little outfit for my 5 year old today and it’s got a flower brooch on the top. She’ll look cute for sure. Love your blouse as well, ruffles, aww! As for height, I know what you are talking about being just 5 ft myself. Seems I’m forever looking up instead of down. Hugs xxx
Oh Cori. I could write a post about this as well! I’m 4’11.5” and I used to teach 2nd grade. By the end of the year most of the boys were almost as tall, if not taller than me. I taught 3rd grade one year but the boys always outgrew me. I swore I’d never teach higher than 3rd grade for the sheer fact that I would be the shortest one in class :) And just think, as we get older, we’ll get shorter :) aaah life :)
I love that skirt. Super adorable. And don’t worry. I feel like a giant no matter where I go, so I know the feeling…. on the opposite side of the spectrum. :)
love. the. skirt. mustard and fushia combo is one of my faves.
And you know what? Tall people probably feel too tall next to a shorter person. I feel that way when I walk alongside my 5’1″ friend. I’m 5’7″ and feel weird, like a giant.
LOL! As a fellow petite, it’s ok, embrace the shortness :P Even when I wear heels I feel short, might have something to do with the fact that my husband is 6’5″!
My husband is 6’1, I’m 5’1. When I stand next to him, his brother (6’4) and my sister-in-law (6’1) I feel sooooo short. I can’t wear flats around them!
I would buy that mustard pencil skirt if you start making them in your shop! I always miss out when you put up calls for new orders, ha. You look adorable.
You and your outfit look great :) I am 4’11” also and I always wear some type of heel –like always a 3 or 4 inch heel! You look so cute in flats. I just can’t wear them or all of my pants would drag on the floor (I obviously need to learn how to hem!).
Just had to say I completely agree! Even as a “taller person” at 5’1″ I know what you mean about other adults (and most teenagers) outgrowing you. I love flats but am never sure I’m allowed to wear them.
Also wanted to say thanks for your blog. I discovered it a couple of months ago and I have been inspired by the options for those of us who are petite and modest. Thank you!
I hear ya! I’m 5’1” and there is one little old lady at church who is shorter than me, and I feel like an absolute giant looking down at her. I guess that’s just because it’s very odd for me to be looking down at another adult!
Oh, and for the post above this one, your house is gorgeous! Love the paint color below the stairs!
I just couldn’t resist posting on this. I’m 5’7″ and I’m the shortest female in my family. All of the other women are 6′ or taller, and any time I’m around them I feel like I’m about 3 years-old. I live in a house surrounded by men, including my husband’s sons we have 5 boys. They are all well over 6′ tall. My son (our “baby”) is 10 years-old. He’s already 5’9″ tall. I haven’t been able to pick him up since he was 3 1/2 years old. I haven’t been able to have him sit in my lap since he was 5. They are totally capable of making me feel very small.
I hope you and your family have a beautiful Christmas.
i can’t tell you how much i love this color combination, cori! i blatantly copied it the other day, hope that’s okay ;) i’m a new follower and just love your style.
I love your mustard pencil skirt, so cute! Don’t worry, short is cute and its better than being extremely tall!
you may be short but who cares, you look really lovely in this outfit, great colors together!!
jess
http://www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com
I love your skirt! Do you ever sell that one in the shop? I cant ever seem to find pencil skirts that I like.
Love the mustard and purple together. And who needs height, you are gorgeous!
So I just had to comment and let you know that while reading this post, my 2 yr old daughter came up and pointed to your picture and said “PRINCESS!” haha :)
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Absolutely love the brooch you made! I bought a gorgeous little outfit for my 5 year old today and it’s got a flower brooch on the top. She’ll look cute for sure.
Love your blouse as well, ruffles, aww!
As for height, I know what you are talking about being just 5 ft myself. Seems I’m forever looking up instead of down.
Hugs xxx
I LOVE this outfit! The colors are awesome!
gorgeous skirt!
Oh Cori. I could write a post about this as well! I’m 4’11.5” and I used to teach 2nd grade. By the end of the year most of the boys were almost as tall, if not taller than me. I taught 3rd grade one year but the boys always outgrew me. I swore I’d never teach higher than 3rd grade for the sheer fact that I would be the shortest one in class :) And just think, as we get older, we’ll get shorter :) aaah life :)
I love that skirt. Super adorable. And don’t worry. I feel like a giant no matter where I go, so I know the feeling…. on the opposite side of the spectrum. :)
love. the. skirt.
mustard and fushia combo is one of my faves.
And you know what? Tall people probably feel too tall next to a shorter person.
I feel that way when I walk alongside my 5’1″ friend. I’m 5’7″ and feel weird, like a giant.
Own your shortness. you look fab!
LOL! As a fellow petite, it’s ok, embrace the shortness :P Even when I wear heels I feel short, might have something to do with the fact that my husband is 6’5″!
Love the color combination! ~ Rhoda
gorgeous outfit!
I am a shorty as well. Some things just make me look sawed off, the length of your skirt would be one of them. You however wear it very well.
My husband is 6’1, I’m 5’1. When I stand next to him, his brother (6’4) and my sister-in-law (6’1) I feel sooooo short. I can’t wear flats around them!
Rebekah
headoverheels26.blogspot.com
I love your outfit! :] Especially the flats!
You are so freaking pretty! Love this outfit, purple is my favorite and it looks good on you.
absolutely love the colors together! and i love the flats! short or not, seriously adorable!
I would buy that mustard pencil skirt if you start making them in your shop! I always miss out when you put up calls for new orders, ha. You look adorable.
Funny! It’s okay, being short is cool :) I’m kinda short too!
Love the mustard skirt! And the color combo is fab — as usual :)
I know it exactly how you feel!!! I am a little shy of 4’10” and I look short no matter what heels I wear.
I think you look adorable in your outfit. I love the combination. :)
You and your outfit look great :) I am 4’11” also and I always wear some type of heel –like always a 3 or 4 inch heel! You look so cute in flats. I just can’t wear them or all of my pants would drag on the floor (I obviously need to learn how to hem!).
Love your outfit, you look great!
Also love your natural looking make up!
celebrate the short!!!!!!! Small is beautiful…what a gift!
I’m 4’10” and I’m always wearing flats. They’re just comfier!
Just had to say I completely agree! Even as a “taller person” at 5’1″ I know what you mean about other adults (and most teenagers) outgrowing you. I love flats but am never sure I’m allowed to wear them.
Also wanted to say thanks for your blog. I discovered it a couple of months ago and I have been inspired by the options for those of us who are petite and modest. Thank you!
I hear ya! I’m 5’1” and there is one little old lady at church who is shorter than me, and I feel like an absolute giant looking down at her. I guess that’s just because it’s very odd for me to be looking down at another adult!
Oh, and for the post above this one, your house is gorgeous! Love the paint color below the stairs!
I just couldn’t resist posting on this. I’m 5’7″ and I’m the shortest female in my family. All of the other women are 6′ or taller, and any time I’m around them I feel like I’m about 3 years-old. I live in a house surrounded by men, including my husband’s sons we have 5 boys. They are all well over 6′ tall. My son (our “baby”) is 10 years-old. He’s already 5’9″ tall. I haven’t been able to pick him up since he was 3 1/2 years old. I haven’t been able to have him sit in my lap since he was 5. They are totally capable of making me feel very small.
I hope you and your family have a beautiful Christmas.
i can’t tell you how much i love this color combination, cori! i blatantly copied it the other day, hope that’s okay ;) i’m a new follower and just love your style.
I know the feeling, being a short gal myself.
I love this color combo, by the way :)
I am 4.11… but you are a inspiration to us short people, that even though we’re short, we can have an awesome sense of style like you do! :)