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5 Tall-Friendly Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas

With Thanksgiving less than 2 weeks away, you might already be thinking about what to wear. And not only what to wear, but what to wear that will actually fit your taller frame. Whether your Turkey Day plans involve staying at home, heading to a family dinner, keeping it casual with friends, or meeting the parents for the first time, I’m sharing 5 tall-friendly outfit ideas for women 5’9 or taller. 

Photo: @ellen_mcafee from Five Foot Nine Blog

Outfit Idea #1

Personally, I’ve always kept it casual on Thanksgiving. I think your favorite pair of jeans and a chunky sweater will take you far this holiday season. Depending on the household rules, a suede ankle boot could complete your look, or a fun, yet neutral sock. 

Abercrombie & Fitch

Curve Love Ultra High Rise Ankle Straight Jean

$66.75

old navy

Cozy Mock Neck Sweater

$44.99

old navy

Heathered Pointelle-Knit Turtleneck Sweater

$49.99

old navy

Novelty Quarter Crew Socks 3-Pack

$6

dsw

Marc Fisher Marela Boot

$99.99

Outfit Idea #2

For a more elevated Thanksgiving look, I love a fall-colored midi dress with either ankle boots or knee-high boots. And to be quite frank, oftentimes I find dresses to be more comfortable than jeans. Especially when lots of food is involved! No undoing-the-top-button-of-your-pants here. 

old navy

Fitted Long Sleeve Rib Knit Henley Midi Dress

$33.97

old navy

Fitted Rib Knit Midi Polo Dress

$44.99

gap

Smocked Waist Puff Maxi Dress

$49.99

dsw

Vince Camuto Arendie Boot

$149.99

Outfit Idea #3

Fall is the perfect time for sweaters and sweater dresses. A cozy sweater dress, either mini or midi, will be a hit at this year's Thanksgiving party. While I’m always a fan of a block heel ankle boot, if you’re looking to stay lower to the ground, try a sleek leather riding boot or a classic chelsea boot.

gap

Puff Sleeve Turtleneck Mini Sweater Dress

$80

old navy

Long Sleeve Mock Neck Mini Sweater Shift Dress

$69.99

old navy

Rib Knit Long Sleeve Maxi Shift Dress

$39.99

nordstrom rack

Mikala Knee High Boot

$149.99

nordstrom

Laguna Waterproof Lug Sole Chelsea Boot

$118.90

Outfit Idea #4

Two words: Faux. Leather. I love the idea of faux leather pants and a classic button-up for Thanksgiving. It gives classy, chic, put-together vibes when really all it is is a shirt and pants. Bonus! Faux leather is often really stretchy, so you’re not sacrificing comfort for style. Pair this look with loafers or mules.

Abercrombie & Fitch

Curve Love Vegan Leather Ankle Straight Pants

$110

j.crew

Classic Fit Crisp Cotton Poplin Shirt

$74.50

nordstrom

Gucci Princetown Loafer Mule

$850

nordstrom

Loraine Bit Loafer

$104.90

Outfit Idea #5

Try pairing a printed midi skirt with a classic black bodysuit and a pair of sock booties. This look gives off “I’m fun, but chic at the same time” vibes. A vibe I’m personally here for! For tall women, we can get away with a loud print because it won’t drown our height. Think leopard print, stripes, or florals.

old navy

Long Sleeve Jersey Bodysuit

$15

asos

Tall Rib Bodysuit with Bust Seams and Long Sleeves

$32

Banana Republic Factory

Flounce Midi Skirt

$45

Banana Republic Factory

Jacquard Maxi Slip Skirt

$42.50

nordstrom

Calvin Klein Finhy Knit Pointed Toe Boot

$83.40