I wanted to share a visual for comparing the lengths of jackets with the same dress. While this experiment would be more ideal with jackets of the same color and style so those details don’t influence your opinions, I could only use what I owned.
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Using the same purple dress as my foundation piece (you saw this dress styled for 4 seasons), I’ve photographed six different jacket lengths. I wanted to show you exactly how each proportion creates a different silhouette and aesthetic.
This IS NOT about declaring one length superior to another. It’s about understanding what each brings to the table so you can make informed choices that fit with your style preferences.
Yes, you could be drawn to one over another by the color and shape of the topper, also. But let’s try to concentrate on comparing lengths.
Proportions are one of those details in an outfit that can be hard to put your finger on. The best way to determine what you like best is to view photos side by side. I’ve done this in the past if you like this:
–Proportion body dressing
–Correct length of shirt
–Tucked vs untucked
Insider tip: If you struggle with “seeing” proportions like this, don’t Stress. Once you start looking at it more and more, it becomes easier.
Always remember that your style is a personal choice.
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For my comparing lengths of toppers Exercise, this cropped blazer is my shortest one. It ends close to my natural waist.
This works wonderfully if:
-You want the dress to be the star of the show, but still need a topper.
-The bottom half of your outfit is more voluminous.
Insider tip: Never judge an item by what it is called. A store may call this cropped, but it all depends on your measurements for where it will end on your body.
The classic hip-length jacket is one that hits right at the hip bone. This is probably the length that most older women gravitate towards, as it has worked for us for so many years and with so many outfits.
This works wonderfully if:
-You still want to show off the beauty of the dress.
-The middle of the road is your thing—not too trendy, not too old-fashioned.
-Investing in clothes because you think they will work for ages.
My embroidered jacket (worn with shorter dresses and a longer skirt in the past), hits a couple of inches below my hip.
This works wonderfully if:
-Modesty is key, but you still want to show off the dress.
-You need a professional look.
Not only does this leopard jacket hit longer than the previous ones when comparing lengths of jackets with this dress, but you’ll also notice that it’s also squared off at the bottom, unlike the embroidered jacket above.
Insider tip: While comparing lengths is a wonderful way to think about toppers, the shape and color also play a part.
This works wonderfully if:
-You appreciate a coat-like appearance.
-Longer lengths convey authority in your thinking.
-Perfect for when you need more coverage for colder temperatures.
This oversized blazer is just a bit longer than mid-thigh length.
This works wonderfully if:
-You want to show off the blazer since it is more obvious than the dress underneath it.
-Creates a longer line, yet by leaving the topper open, you don’t cut off the beauty of the dress.
-More coverage for a dress that isn’t the perfect fit.
Finally, our longest option, but hey, you could go longer.
At this length, the jacket becomes the dominant element of the outfit.
Another way to put it would be that it is the focal point.
This works wonderfully if:
-You Love drama.
-Movement is always a fun part of your outfit.
-Covering the dress is needed (maybe you don’t love the dress, or it doesn’t fit as well as you’d like).
When comparing lengths of toppers over a dress, consider your Lifestyle, body preferences, and personal style goals.
Insider tip: My opinion is that it’s good to have a variety of different lengths of toppers in your closet. Not every skirt, dress, or pair of pants is the same silhouette. Thus, it’s good to have a variety of toppers that feel good with each of them.
While some stylists would point out the “right” and “wrong”, I prefer to think about it differently.
Each length serves a different purpose and creates a different aesthetic.
While many will say that the 50/50 proportions are “wrong,” don’t forget the color and shape of an item can change the focus if the proportion doesn’t feel right.
The beauty lies not in choosing the “right” length, but in understanding what each proportion offers. It should be based on your individual style FOR THAT DAY. Remember, your style can be dependent on your mood as well as other factors. Don’t think you can only have one clothing style.
Instead of stressing about the perfect jacket length, keep in mind that you want a topper that makes you feel confident, comfortable, and authentically yourself.
Understanding these proportions can be a tool to make getting dressed less stressful.
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