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<p>Sandals: Poised Petites</p>

Elongate your frame by stepping into the perfect pair of stylish sandals this summer!

By Candace Marie Stewart · Updated October 27, 2020
01
Simple Straps

Pretty Petites, avoid sandals with thick straps.  Instead go for high heels with a simple thin strap to elongate your legs. 

Heeled Sandals, Stuart Weitzman, $625, stuartweitzman.com.

02
Two Tone

Perfect Petites, remember that platform heels help elongate both your torso and legs.  

Heeled Sandals, Zara, $59, zara.com.

03
Metallic Muse

Avoid flats this summer and pump up the volume in playful platform heels. 

Heeled Sandals, Topshop, $90, topshop.com.

04
Taller Look

This sleek pair of leopard mule sandals leaves your ankle exposed for a taller look instantly.

Heeled Sandals, Miu Miu, $795, net-a-porter.com.

05
Floral Platform

Amp up the volume in this platform sandal. The rose print and chunky heel will heighten your look immediately. 

Heeled Sandals, Nasty Gal, $88, nastgal.com.

06
Nude Perfection

Nude heels are ideal for your physique.  They instantly create the illusion of longer legs. 

Heeled Sandals, Miss Guided $50.38, missguidedus.com.

07
Jungle Fever

Remember ladies thin before thick.  Thin straps help to not break up the flow and lengthening affect of your heeled sandals. 

Heeled Sandals, Topshop, $60, topshop.com.

08
Nautical Wedge

High high heels are the easiest way to add height and flare to your figure.  Wedges give you height while still keeping you comfortable for a night out with your girls. 

Heeled Sandals, Forever 21 $32.80, forever21.com.

09
On The Edge

Open toe shoes are perfect for you petite physique.  The exposed toe and thin straps shows off your skin instantly for a longer and leaner look. 

Heeled Sandals,  Aperlai, $675, thecorner.com.

10
Platform Peek

A little platform never hurt!  The extra height with the thin strap will lengthen your legs for days. 

Heeled Sandals, Just fab $39.95, justfab.com.

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