7 Surprising (and Genius) Layering Hacks to Instantly Upgrade your EVERY Outfit

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Suede cropped jacket
Flare jeans
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[@denisedorsey2889]

I purchased two cropped blazers about 12 years ago. I always loved how I looked in them. They sat unworn for several years when styles changed. Now I’m so happy that I kept them as they are back on trend. I know better now to just wear what works for my body, no matter the trend.

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[@695job442]

I've made so many of these mistakes and felt like a child in so many outfits. This channel is so helpful. Finally dressing like an adult!!😄

[@amritasingh6644]

I love your analytical mind! And finally someone is talking about necklines. I struggle with this often, and I actually never heard someone address it except you. Thank you!

[@yairmoreno9091]

LOL "I said 5 minutes why are u calling me every half hour" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@biharisauce6173]

do u know what you are... ??? you are a fashion genius. period.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you so much Bihari!☺

[@yifatjovani333]

I love your suggestions. It is so important to know how to dress your shape. I'm on the petite border side and I found that these details are making a huge difference when I'm dressing up and make me feel happy and empowered!

[@karenann17]

Thank you for all your advice. It is also great that you always give explanations as to why the outfit works.

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like them!

[@kathryn2334]

This is such a helpful website! I really appreciate all these excellent tips. Outstanding!

[@ItsMeHello555]

The one thing I’d like to add here? You need and deserve an award! Truly! You’re darn funny too! Thank you! 🌿🌺🌿

[@PetiteDressing]

You are so sweet!

[@ItsMeHello555]

@@PetiteDressing , thank you! Just honest and appreciative!

[@janiceparrott-wilson9998]

You are SOoo good and on point with all of your helpful tips for petite women. We’re( short women )soo lucky to have you - not all influencers are petite and as good with timely, on point information and cover as many topics as you bso, again. KUDOS.. keep the videos coming.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you Janice!

[@maunarose]

Hi Chi. Thank you for uploading quality content that adds value to my life. In a world where so many things can bring us down, your videos are uplifting, fun, and helpful. (The height puns are not intended!) Much love and happiness to you.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you so much Mauna!

[@sgist7824]

Binge watching your channel, learning so so much. Would love to see a video for when you're in your 40s and tl there's a tummy to contend with.

[@JayneNicoletti]

You are the best genuine funny fashionista on KZbin

[@gracefulvintage]

You are a genius!

[@alexandraaallaire7930]

Thanks for the good tips! Belt is also good for full figure women like 8 shape (hourglass but larger) to focus on your waist.

[@chelseabunker2391]

Love this! I just found you 🥰 I’m a tall girl, but have been trying to teach myself how to be more fashionable and classy. Your advice is brilliant. Thank you.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you! So glad you love it!

[@gloriapinskerportraits4801]

I agree! I'm not petite, but I love your channel!

[@melissahunt5074]

Loved this video! I love how I always learn something new in your videos despite having a good sense of what works for my body type and style! Thank you again for amazing tips and tricks!

[@evasccl7846]

I always loved a good blazer and the long ones with jeans or any other pant, I never close. I love wearing the long blazer with a mini skirt like you have at the end! The belt trick is so good... never thought about it!! Thank you for making this video Chi, I really enjoyed it and loved it at the same time.

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like them, Eva!

[@wendybarker590]

Wow! Another top notch video packed full of the most stylishly practical tips. Am keen to do more belt tying, which would not only accentuate my small waist but give definition to some of my longer jackets. Thank you so much Chie. You're amazing!

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful! You're welcome, Wendy!

[@dianejohnston7241]

Fantastic tips. They all work. Thank you so much for all your videos, they are all so very well put together. You are terrific. X

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like them, Diane!

[@ravenbell5156]

Love your videos! Can you make one about styles for those of us who have thicker lower bodies (hips, thighs, and calf)? I am an hourglass with thicker lower half and I avoid skirts and cullottes like the plague. Can you share tips on how to incorporate diff types of skirts and bottoms into my wardrobe?

[@americafirst9144]

An empire midi dress might look really nice on you.

[@zeeisley2906]

I love the neckline tip!

[@lindsaysmith2401]

I adore you and your sense of humor. I don't like being short, but it's not the worst. A lot of men like it. hahah! We are fun-sized!

[@PetiteDressing]

I totally agree!

[@theresajones8367]

Chi, your style tips are the best on the web! You have helped me figure out why , when I thought I had put together a wonderful outfit, things just didn’t look right. Proportions and balance! Thank you so much. Keep putting out amazing content! I’ll keep watching.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@bondann8]

Oh mu god, I'm so early! 😆 Thank you Chi! I throw away all mine bulky and long jackets after watching your channel. Now I wear only short ones and I loooooove to be 40 years old.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks for sharing, Anna!

[@deniseyounger6004]

I always do dark top and bottom then colour or neutrals on top and keep shoes dark! Love these videos 🦋

[@perrywalton2464]

Another practical styling topic. Thank you so much.

[@nickyonstilts128]

Love that white belted trench coat on you Chi! Fabulous.

[@pilarguerrero3405]

Great video, a lot of useful tips. I started watching your videos many thousands of subscribers ago, and I am happy to see your progress. I'm very happy for you!

[@barbararuiz3638]

Thank you for sharing this I could Visually see what a difference it makes to looking longer 👍💖

[@catalinas3844]

Very clear and practical info! Thanks!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you!

[@sheilagavin8281]

You are beautiful ! When you said, “In 5 minutes!” to your husband, it made me laugh! Thank you for sharing your wonderful petite dressing ideas!

[@ruthgibbins510]

Thank you for your quirky way of presenting - it’s informative, humorous and to the point! Very practical advice - I’m not short, an average height at 4ft 4, but apple shaped so excellent advice for me!

[@ingridmagnano9026]

i am 5’ i look so short.

[@katc9685]

Excellent visuals to illustrate your points.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you, Kat! ❤️

[@user-cx3vh5wi6c]

One of the rare youtubers, who provide really valuable content..love from India

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@littlelady7843]

The neckline trick is really fresh and helpful, CHI. Good job again!

[@elizabeththompson3534]

Thank you Chi. Excellent information. 👍😁😘

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful, Elizabeth!

[@sonia-mariaraposo6139]

So glad I found your channel!!! Thank you for all your advice! I am preparing my shopping list!!

[@PetiteDressing]

Enjoy shopping! ❤️

[@topkat8268]

Some great tips. Going to try wearing black with a white jacket.

[@sarahsselflovelifestyle463]

Thank you Chi!

[@sarahnelson8836]

Never forget the power of high waisted shorts! I can’t stand mini skirts, but I love a good pair of high waisted shorts

[@PetiteDressing]

Yes! They're so comfy!

[@habituallinestepper8839]

Great tips.

[@eileenkilworth6950]

You explain everything so be well👌👌thank you for your suggestions

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like them, Eileen!

[@Thisisparmida]

Great tips

[@TheKamylee]

Love your practical tips.You are so thoughtful and wise.

[@KasSommers]

Thank you so much for the tips. I am not only petite (under 5') and plus-sized, but all my proportions are less than ideal. I have short legs, short upper body and long waist to thigh *sigh* so it looks like I have stumpy legs and a huge butt. Buying clothes is a nightmare. Your suggestions are always spot on.

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful, Kas!

[@debraraby4376]

Dear Kas, you did not mention how pretty you are, in your picture you are gorgeous. I would put money on only you seeing your perceived less than ideal body parts. I am in no way trying to diminish what you say and my comment is meant to be supportive and I hope that I have expressed myself in the right way. I agree Chi is amazing and as a fellow 5 footer her advice is invaluable to me.

[@bjulalula9537]

You are so funny and smart. I am not even petite but i like your videos

[@PetiteDressing]

Yay! Thank you! Glad you like them!

[@Mamaki1987]

Oh yes, great tips! Mini Skirt and long blazer didn't even occur to me. Thank you so much for that tip especially!

[@PetiteDressing]

You're welcome! Glad you like them!

[@ingykaas8774]

Always helpful to watch your videos. Thank you!!!

[@susanneeckardt6804]

Very informative content! Thank you. And you've got a lovely sense of humor.... Why do you call me every half hour? I said five minutes... Love you for that💗

[@friederike717]

Your tips are spot-on. Excellent. Thank you.

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like them!

[@catherinebell122]

Great reminders!❤️

[@diana4043]

Excellent! Thank you

[@tanyaroberts4052]

I love your content! So helpful! Could you cover some good quality brands and stores that you wear? You have incredible taste!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you Tanya! I will!

[@barbaradarosaazevedo2134]

Winter is usually when I close my eyes in front of the mirror and just use whatever makes me warm 😅 will try some o the tips and see if I improve something next winter.

[@lsaz4378]

I always get such great tips from you..things that once i see its like..OMG that makes perfect sense !!! Thank you

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like them!

[@7777bren]

Such fresh ideas!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you!

[@lovethosebudgies]

Fantastic video! Proportion is everything.

[@barbarablackman3742]

Always great tips.

[@fatamorgana7110]

You are absolutly fabulous.

[@shinexoo6608]

learned something new from this video❤❤

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@humblebee3018]

Another excellent and helpful video! You are the best! Thank you!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you, too!

[@marysia_ml3744]

Thank you Chi 🙂

[@PetiteDressing]

You’re welcome 😊

[@foltz-art]

Fabulous tips and information Your just The Best Ever!☆✌💯%🙏🙀♡

[@makeitjoyful]

Wonderful video as always. Thank you!

[@marilynguppy9138]

Excellent tips, very helpful. Love your work.

[@yveliseperalta3024]

Thank you so much for your helpful videos💕✅

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like them!

[@jennifercrockford2381]

Another helpful video. Love your sense of humour as well!

[@litzaztil7932]

This was a very good video The tips were point on And you were funny and entertaining as well Good job!

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you think so!

[@christianeraphael9180]

Thank you 💐👍🏻

[@PetiteDressing]

You are welcome 😊

[@tracyhenderson5116]

I think you look great with the lower chambray shirt and the bomber jacket!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you, Tracy!

[@barbpenner9970]

Great video, Chi. Lots of great ideas, some I was aware of and others not so much. I am a very short petite, at 4 feet 10 inches, so these ideas are just great.

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you like it, Barb!

[@ElenaKamesh76]

Ciao, dear finally i'm watching my body type woman😍 to be petite it's not easy, the problem is to find really well fit flared pants. Really helpful videos, take care ciao😘

[@PetiteDressing]

You can do it!

[@littletez85]

Great video!

[@chicanica64]

Genius! Use a belt with a bulky jacket! Thanks, Chi.

[@PetiteDressing]

You're welcome, Damaris!

[@_fromtheroots]

I love the 5 minutes/half hour joke so much!! Would you do another video on neckline layering alone? I am left thinking there must be a way to layer V necks in a flattering way. And what about crew necks, or midchest length necklines?

[@chotto.matcha7871]

Now i know why i felt weird wearing different color (the belt). Could you make a video 'how to look effortless without trying too hard'?. Thank you

[@yvettebennett6170]

Wonderful tips. Thank you so much.

[@adrist8050]

Im tall but i love your videos, you are a genius pretty woman! ♡

[@lilianamedina1724]

Love ❤️ your fashion tips!!! Thank You!!

[@shamailakhan2740]

Hi , love your videos. Happy to have someone help out the shorties ! I have been looking for a long black wool coat and a cream long trench style coat. I loved the ones your wearing in video. The ones your wearing in the video are different from the links given. Please recommend or link something similar to the ones worn in video. I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks

[@lorenzimarcella]

Ottimi consigli 🔝

[@mahnoorharing4754]

That paris moment... 😍

[@vandanasenthil]

Love love love the content

[@sauleshvarts6504]

Hi Chi! Thank you so much for your styling suggestions!!! I continue learning SO much from you. Will you please offer any advice (on your channel) on how to style knit skirts (knee length)? I bought a few skirts a couple of years ago and can't think of any tops to wear with them. And they are just hanging in the closet. Thanks!

[@tamirajohnellestyle]

I love your intros🤣😘

[@emmapoyner246]

Hi lovely Chi! I'm really loving watching all your videos. I am also petite with long torso and short legs. Im learning a lot to help me with styling so thank you for all your help. I was wondering if you could tell me where you got your boot leg jeans from? The ones you are wearing at about 3:50 minutes in to the video - the ones on the left they are high waist and look really great. Id like to get a pair of those.

[@user-yd4yr5hr3s]

Your style IQ genius 365 🎩🥰

[@britneydaniels6294]

Great advice! Love your chanel🥰

[@PetiteDressing]

@Britney Daniels, Hi! thank you so much for watching the video! So much appreciated of you! 💖

[@tracyholden1007]

Awesome tips😊

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you!

[@elenilabaki575]

Bravo.. Bravo.. Bravo... I love you❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nellsimpson9307]

I love your videos you are amazing ...thank you

[@ginaclavio960]

You are so helpful!!

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you think so!

[@DianaYoderdrysparkles]

Your tips are very helpful, thanks for posting. The black and white long coats that you wear in this video are beautiful. Where did you get them?

[@caligirlone6513]

Great video Chi! Thank you for helping petite women everywhere. Could I reverse the 3 column of color method: ie light colors underneath matched with a dark colored outer garment? Would that still work to make me look slimmer?

[@rigleiaknapp3227]

I love all your tips Chi! You look amazing in all the outfits! I hope you don’t mind me telling you that you don’t actually have lines on your forehead. You have tight fascia on your scalp and face. I have been using an Ashley black face mini blaster for 7+ years now, I started using for a frozen shoulder. But it it is amazing for the under layer of my face. And increases hair growth too. Tons of info online and Facebook! 😘😘😘😘

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks for sharing that tip, Rigleia!

[@rigleiaknapp3227]

@@PetiteDressing I only share my best beauty and health secrets with genuine, loving people! I know that you are!

[@soranakahara9676]

I am short, but I have a masculine frame, how do I dress to look more feminine? not only tall girls are butch... I am a size 10 eu size but have no waist, and man shoulders. help Melbourne like a girl!

[@leticialinosvilleda]

Look for Aly Art, she has lots of videos on body shapes and how to dress and balance ying/yang. Its more about shape and proportion and she also explains visual tricks to look your best 😍 those 2 channels really break down the science behind looking good.

[@americafirst9144]

Don't do puffed sleeves.

[@giuffrerenaud]

It's hard to be short and tuck in or wear shorter tops if you have a bit of a belly. I hate tucking for that reason.

[@SG-wq4rm]

Do you have any favorite platform shoes for running around after kids? I am a teacher.

[@Misspattylove7]

What is the name of the instrumental song playing at the end of your excellent video? It is a beautiful song. Thanks