auntsally asked:

I am a 5.2ft female with a love for bell bottomed pants. Should I stick to more fitted pants for my body shape?

Orene Kearn of Orene Kearn Image and Wardrobe Consulting answers: Depending on your body type, a boot-cut pant (one with a medium amount of flare) would be a better choice for a petite woman than large bell bottomed pants. The amount of the flare should be scaled down so that it is not overwhelming to a petite frame. The pants should fit well above the point where the flare starts (not too baggy nor too tight, but fitted). I recommend wearing a higher heel to elongate your legs in a boot cut pant, and hemming the pants for the shoes you will be wearing.

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