Fabulous at Every Age

Whether a petite woman is 18 or 88, she can create a fabulous fashion look by wearing the right kind of jeans for her body shape in a dark wash hue. The addition of a tailored jacket that fits well is the key to this look that can either be casual or go out on the town. Petite women at any age can go almost anywhere in jeans and a tailored jacket and look fabulous as long as the clothing fits perfectly.

Wearing a V-neck top makes petite women look taller and slimmer, but the V-neckline may need to be tweaked so that it looks right at any age. If the V is too deep, you may be revealing more than you wish. Adding a camisole to fill in preserves the benefits of the V-neckline while maintaining modesty at the same time. If an older woman has concerns about too much exposure even with the cami or highlighting a crepey neck, she can layer a mock neck top under the V-neck top and still get some of the benefits of the V-neckline. Add tailored trousers that fit well, and you have a weekend look that's also work-appropriate for the business/casual office.

Rock a pencil skirt at any age. A timeless style, the pencil skirt can be worn by women of any figure shape so long as it fits well through the hips and nips in at the weist. Invest in alterations if a ready-to-wear pencil skirt fits in the hips but not the waist. Length is key too. Most short women will find that a length somewhere around the knee flatters them best. Of course, younger women who have slim legs may want to opt for a mini, but it's not nearly as versatile as a knee-length pencil skirt, which is truly a timeless style. Younger women can wear a tweed pencil skirt with a demure twin set for a retro "sexy secretary" look while older women can pair a pencil skirt with a suit jacket for the business/formal workplace.

Many women tend to shy away from dresses, but if you can find a stylish dress that fits well in a flattering style, your fashion life will become easier. Wearing a dress means not having to worry about coordinating separates, so it's really one of the easiest ways to dress for women of every age. Add some sleek shoes, and you can conquer your world.

When you're short, a ballgown for a formal affair may just be too overwhelming, but any petite woman of any age can look fabulous in a long, column gown. Younger women may choose sleeveless gowns and sexier styles that bare some skin while older women may want to cover up their arms and skip a display of cleavage. By choosing a long, column gown in a flattering color with great fit and stylish details, any petite woman at any age can look red-carpet ready.