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Related: <\/span>17 Petite Spring Dresses That Flatter Women Over 40 \u2014 From $10<\/span> \n\t\t\tShopping for a spring dress when you\u2019re 5\u20194\u2033 or under usually means hemming the bottom, hiking up the shoulders or giving up entirely on a style you loved on the hanger. The designs just happen to be too big or loose or long, but there\u2019s good news! More brands are finally cutting petite spring dresses [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 6. Our Favorite:\u00a0<\/strong>Picture it tucked into white linen pants with a straw bag. This\u00a0floral chiffon blouse\u00a0turns a basic outfit into something worth photographing, and the long sleeves work in over-air-conditioned restaurants.<\/p>\n 7. Boho Babe:\u00a0<\/strong>When the heat is real, but you still want sleeve coverage, this pink boho blouse\u00a0hits the mark. The short sleeves cover what you want covered without feeling stuffy.<\/p>\n 14. Pretty Puff Sleeve:\u00a0<\/strong>Picture it with linen shorts for a market morning, or tucked into a midi skirt for dinner. This\u00a0embroidered eyelet blouse\u00a0travels well and pulls double duty for the whole trip.<\/p>\n 8. Our Favorite:\u00a0<\/strong>Real linen wrinkles the second you sit down. These\u00a0wide-leg palazzo pants\u00a0mimic the look without the creasing, so you arrive at dinner still looking pulled together.<\/p>\n 9. Seaside Stripes:\u00a0<\/strong>Stiff waistbands ruin a relaxed lunch. The drawstring elastic on these\u00a0wide-leg striped pants\u00a0adjusts as the day goes on, and the pockets hold your phone and sunscreen.<\/p>\n 10. Palazzo Perfection:\u00a0<\/strong>Buying separates that mix and match saves suitcase space. These\u00a0high-waisted palazzo pants\u00a0pair with nearly every top you own, and the wide leg flatters through the thigh.<\/p>\n 11. Our Favorite:\u00a0<\/strong>Cheap flip flops leave you limping by lunch. The contoured footbed on these\u00a0supportive flip flops cushions every step, and at $14, it\u2019s a no-brainer to add to cart.<\/p>\n 12. Make a Statement:<\/strong>\u00a0Slip into these\u00a0statement raffia mules\u00a0with a slip dress for dinner and watch the compliments roll in. The square open toe shows off a pedicure without feeling fussy.<\/p>\n 13. High End-Looking:<\/strong>\u00a0The cutout strap design mimics a certain Birkin-maker\u2019s signature sandal at a fraction of the price. These\u00a0cutout slide sandals look like a designer splurge for $23.<\/p>\n 15. Our Favorite:\u00a0<\/strong>Worrying about a bare midsection takes the fun out of pool day. The built-in skirt and tummy control on this\u00a0tummy control swim dress\u00a0let you actually enjoy lunch poolside.<\/p>\n 16. Tummy Control:\u00a0<\/strong>Strategic side cutouts paired with a tummy control middle make this\u00a0cutout one-piece swimsuit the rare suit that\u2019s both flattering and a little bit fun. The blue stripes are classic.<\/p>\n 17. Coastal Chic:<\/strong>\u00a0Imagine a pastel pink umbrella, a paperback and this\u00a0coastal striped bikini\u00a0doing exactly what you need it to. The classic stripes photograph beautifully against any beach backdrop.<\/p>\n
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