Diary of a Tall Fashionista & 3 Tall Skirts Review

I recently had a birthday – yep it was a big one. I’m officially 40.  That hurts to even write it.  At the beginning of the year, I created myself a vision board on Pinterest. I got the idea for the vision board from Jack Canfield’s “The Success Principles“. You see the past few years have been really tough {read about them here}. So when 2013 came around, I was excited for all of the new possibilities and ready to be “Fab at 40”.

One thing I put on my vision board was that I wanted to spend my 40th birthday in Hawaii or similar.  A month after creating the vision board, we got incredible news that my husband’s company was sending us to the Bahamas. I couldn’t believe it! It was a month before my birthday, but hey, beggars can’t be choosers! So in May we spent 4 fabulous days at the Atlantis resort and we lived it up! I don’t think Mr. Tall & I have laughed that hard in such a long time. It’s was absolutely incredible and I was thrilled that the vision board worked!

atlantis resort in the bahamas

When my birthday rolled around, Mr. Tall had an out of town business trip. My teenage boys spoiled me with flowers and a cake.  The day was low key, but I went on a major shopping spree from the comfort of my home.   It was so much fun! The items are arriving daily. I think I ordered about 18 items. So far I’ve only had to send back 4 items. I jokingly told Mr. Tall – that I ordered 40 items – 1 for each year. He almost passed out.  He doesn’t realize that I can be quite the bargain shopper.  Plus, I just so happen to know a special sort of online shopping mall for tall people. It’s research, right? {wink, wink}

So for today I want to show you 3 skirt from Boden that I purchased and love. In case you don’t know, most of Boden’s dresses and skirts come in “long sizes” with added length.

Riviera Tall Skirt

nautical tall skirt

This Riviera skirt come in 4 colors – I chose the a navy color as it reminds me of  waves and I can get away with wearing it with nautical accessories. The skirt is lined, but will need ironing. The length hits me right below my knees and I like the slight fullness of it.

Jersey Maxi Skirt

tropical maxi skirt for tall women

Next, I am really pleased with this tropical maxi skirt. I have a 35″ inseam and it actually hits me at the bottom of my feet. Yeah! I’ve been looking for a printed maxi skirt for a while and this one also satisfies my love of all things tropical. I plan on wearing this with just a basic t-shirt for casual days when I’m out running earrands.

Modern Pencil Skirt

modern tall pencil skirt

The last skirt is a modern pencil skirt. I like it, but I don’t love it.  It’s made of high quality material and is lined and the skirt hits me at the knee, but I feel like it should be a tad bit tighter. Must be all the working out I’m doing.  So I will be sending this item back.

So that’s it for today, I will be showing you more items I purchased over on Tall Snob in a few days.

krista tall clothing mall

Boden’s Tall Skirts are my Favorite

After purchasing the large teal applique flower skirt from Boden, I have to say it is now my favorite skirt. I have gone ahead and ordered another one in a similar pattern.. What I love about this skirt is the way the fabric is a bit stiff, and well made. It has pockets and just fits me really well. I am 6’1″ and the long size hit me right at the knee. It is perfect. This time I ordered the tan skirt on the left. I love the large flower appliques – a great proportion for me and the tan color is a nice neutral for just about anything I pair with it. Be sure and choose the “long” sizes for added length.

Right now I’m loving this modern tall pencil skirt.

modern tall pencil skirt