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Tall Snakeskin Styles are Here to Stay with Prissy Duck Designs

Happy Friday Eve! Jenilee and I are both anxiously trying to make it through the workday so we can attend the Nathaniel Rateliff concert tonight. I’ve been feeling extremely blessed today, that I seem to always have something to look forward to. I said to our brother last week something along the lines of “it doesn’t take much to excite me.” Which I am more than okay with. Whether it’s a trip to another state, country, or to the lake, dinner with friends, a concert, or plans to go camping, I really feel like I am always looking forward to something. With that being said, I feel the same way every time we get to work with a new company on our blog! 

Everything about our shared blog still just makes me giddy and I love sharing that excitement with Jenilee. Sometimes it’s hard when friends or family members don’t share your same zeal for excitement. It can easily be misinterpreted as them not caring or being excited to share an experience or whatever it may be with you, which usually isn’t the case! Thankfully for me, Jenilee and I just can’t seem to get over the excitement of anything blog related. Each time we get a Direct Message or email, we squeal like schoolgirls and could combust with happiness. 

This is our second post with some items that we were gifted by Prissy Duck Designs. I told Jenilee I wanted to write about my own pieces because she can’t possibly translate my high level of excitement. She’s definitely excited, but she hasn’t gotten to borrow them to truly know yet! I decided to go with a business look because the majority of my week consists of being in business professional wear. I chose the Sydney Blouse in snake print and the Double Button Pants. And together they are magical. The sleeve length of the blouse exceeds my expectations.The back and shoulder area allows for ease of motion, which can be hard to find with a polyester piece. There was plenty of length in the body allowing me to tuck my blouse in; however, with the nice finished hem I will also be wearing it out sometimes too! I got a size Large in the top which for my bust was perfect.

The pants have just the right amount of stretch making for a comfortable day sitting in my desk chair. I also got a size Large with a 36” inseam and was able to comfortably wear my 3” snakeskin booties without looking like high waters. I loved the idea of drawing the look together with a little pop of snakeskin at my toes. I didn’t realize how hard it has been to truly find high-waisted work pants (aside from our beloved paper-bag waist) in talls. These easily came right up to my belly-button which is right where I like them. Cue me eying up the tan color. They also come in a beautiful blue and yellow. I also want to add that you can get them in a 39” inseam as well, for women around Jenilee’s height. 

All in all I was so happy to receive this outfit and can’t wait to remix both the pants and the blouse at work! I am also picturing this blouse with denim for an easy night out look with a leather jacket over the top. And I will continue to feel blessed and lucky each and every time I wear this and any other tall item because change is happening!  

One last thing I wanted to touch on before I close out here is that at the end of last year we gauged interest on a “report card” series on the blog and a lot of you put in your request on which companies we should rate. We did track all of that information including how many people requested the same companies and we will be releasing our first one in March! We’re thankful that while we slacked getting it started, we were able to acquaint ourselves with so many new companies that we can now add into this fun series. We are both really excited to start this series, alas something else for us all to look forward to today.

As usual, if you have any questions, comments or concerns on this look or others drop a line below, email us or send a quick DM. We are here to help and today I challenge you to think of 5 things that make you feel blessed and perhaps a way you can make someone else feel blessed. 

Outfit Details

Link to Snakeskin Sydney Blouse, here. Link to Double Button Pants, here.

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Welcoming Spring in Tall Express Denim

Good Morning! Hope everyone had a fabulous weekend. Lent has begun and in Wisconsin, that equates to unofficial fish fry season. All of the Catholics who can’t eat red meat have convinced the rest of us to join them every Friday for various favorite fish fry’s. If you don’t live in our fair state, you’re probably wondering what we’re talking about. Really though, it is big business and wildly popular. Online publication, OnMilwaukee published an extensive list of all the suitable fish fry options, check it out here and you’ll know we’re not exaggerating! 

Friday night I (Jenilee) went to one of the options on the list and it’s called… Kegel’s. It’s ok, we can all chuckle immaturely. Keeping it real, but not a lot of fish fries impress me. It’s probably because a lot of places just cover up mediocre fish with a fried batter. I can taste right through it, haha. I’ve had a Vietnamese version, and that’s top two, other than our homemade bluegill fish fry we do up north with the fish we catch ourselves. We were drooling over the picture The Buckatabon released of their fish fry, so you know we have to try it as soon as it opens! Check out their Instagram or Facebook page to see for yourself.

But as for the rest of Lent, do you give anything up? We weren’t really raised to do it as necessary. I’ve done it in years past, but I haven’t thought of anything in particular yet for this year. Sound off below if you do, and maybe it will inspire me! I think the point is that whatever you give up (or if you like to add something in) it should point you back towards God. Maybe shopping is a good option to give up temporarily! 

In the meantime, we’ve still got some really good stuff coming up to share with you! Like I mentioned in last week’s Real Tall Find’s Friday, we’re in that grey space between Winter and Spring. You want to start brightening up your wardrobe and pulling out your lighter options, but the weather isn’t cooperating yet. For me in particular, I like to get creative with always having some brighter colored sweaters I can reach for as the weather begrudgingly changes. 

One of the biggest trends I’ve noticed while online shopping, are the incredible sleeve details. Whether it’s a puff sleeve or volume sleeve, it’s a great time to be alive (if you’re like me). I’m not a super big print person, so I like to add details with the cut of the fabric and/or the color selection. This sweater has both. It’s a romantic ginger color and the puff sleeves are totally my jam, as well as the sweetheart neckline. It’s super soft and a slightly cropped cut on my 6’4 frame. I’m wearing it in a size medium and I’d call it true to size.

As for the jeans, I’ve long been a fan of Express’ denim. They make a perfect curvy cut and don’t leave any gaping at the waistband. I have had a regular blue jean version of button-front jeans from Gap and wanted to try a grey pair as well because I get so much use out of them. They are ankle length, for anyone wondering about the length. I like some of my jeans to be cut a bit shorter for my higher ankle booties. I’m wearing a size 10L. There are very limited sizes left in that specific pair of jeans but if you’re a 00L or 18L it’s your lucky day because they are only $19.97! You can’t beat that for a pair of jeans.

I paired it with my snakeskin booties, which were a Nordstrom Rack find and no longer available. I did find a pair that goes up to size 13 on Amazon and are linked, here. Plus they are under $50, so definitely check them out, if you’ve been on the hunt. 

Sound off below, how do you figure out how to dress for this grey season between Winter and Spring? 

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Real Tall Finds Friday: Vol. 6

You know what day it is, and we’re here to improve it further with our favorite finds of the week. I have to start off with a random Amazon find. If you’re anything like me, you’re getting a little crazed at the thought of underwear prices at Victoria’s Secret or the like rising any further. I found this fun option on Amazon that you get a random selection of underwear and it’s only $30 for 20 pairs (don’t forget to click the 10% off coupon too)! I’d say that’s a heck of a lot better. They arrived in the mail and I’m converted! No more mall underwear for me. Check them out, here. For sizing, I’d say size up! I went with XL and am happy with the fit.

Amalli Talli

We just heard the news that our discount code for Amalli Talli expires at the end of the month. Stay tuned for what’s next from them and if you’re following along on Instagram *and you should be* they’re teasing some incredible Spring drops we can’t wait to get our hands-on. Anyway, if you’re still shopping right now in this weird moment between Winter and Spring, there are some great deals to be had. Use THEREALTALL15 for 15% off your full-priced purchases, like their moto leggings or jeans that we’ve been wearing on repeat!

If you’re more of a deal hunter, good news because their sweaters are on major clearance! You’re not going to find better proportioned sweaters than these. No more sizing up for sleeve length.

Cable Knit Sweater is only $40.80, click here for link. Medium and XL left in stock. We’re wearing Medium!

Cowl Neck Sweatshirt is only $44.40, click here for link. Available in Small and XL. We’re wearing in size Large.

Knit Cardigan is only $41.40, click here for link in grey or mustard. Grey is available in Small, Large and XL. Mustard is available in Large or XL. We have the Grey cardi in Medium and the Mustard in L. Slouchy fit for maximum comfort and cozy vibes!

Mock Turtleneck Sweater is only $34.00 and is in my favorite color, red! Click here for the link. All sizes still available but we have it in size Medium. I’ve been getting so much wear out of this, and love that the neck can be worn up or down!

The Rib Knit Duster is $34.50, click here for the link! We have it in size Medium and all of the sizes are left. Don’t sleep on this one, it’s the perfect neutral duster you need in your life.

The Striped Sweater is only $30 and click here for the link. It’s down to just XL for sizing and is made of the softest lightweight knit. It’s perfect for tucking, and I love the slightly sporty vibe of the stripes!

Y’all need this Teddy Jacket for $47.50, click here for the link. As Midwest girls, we know cold. This jacket won’t let you down in the harsh winters. Bonus points for being able to pet yourself all day in the fluffy softness.

If you’ve ever caught yourself coveting another girl rocking a cami with ease, we feel your pain. It took me roughly five years of searching and failing until Amalli Talli debuted this tall girl version! It’s available in black, here and white, here. All sizes are available in white and black. But seriously, for $26.40 the price can’t be beat and the fit! I (Jenilee) have the white cami in size Medium.

Ok you get the picture on their sale, by now! We’ve already shopped it ourselves and just want to spread the good word to y’all. The code only works on full-priced items, but if you’ve been eyeing the Hollis Jean Jacket, now is the time to grab for 15% before spring hits (THEREALTALL15)!

Alloy Apparel

Alloy has marked a ton of their items down in anticipation of Spring’s (hopefully imminent) arrival! They’ve got up to 70(!!!)% off their items and it’s luring us in big time! Hopefully, you can snatch up some great pieces that will work now until the grass is revealed/starts to grow again.

First up is the Vanessa French Terry jumpsuit that Caitlin has been rocking. Link to the ivory version, here. Link to the black version, here. She’s wearing it in a size Large and it’s true to size.

If you missed the leopard print pants, your eyes might be closed, because they are one incredible standout piece to add to your closet. They have a lot of stretch to them so consider sizing down. Caitlin is wearing them in a size 12 but could have done a size 10. Link to the leopard print pants, here.

Tall girl cardigans? On major sale?! It sounds like the right time to stock up to us. Grab their well-fitting cardigans, here for the rust , here for the black, and here for maroon. They are true to size unless you have bigger biceps than us! We’re both wearing the M/L size.

If a complete off the shoulder jumpsuit is more your scene, you’ve got to snap up the Eva jumpsuit! I’m wearing it in size Large and it’s true to size. Link to the grey version, here. Link to the black version, here.

We’ll stop inundating you with sale options, but you NEED to check out Alloy’s bodysuit selection. We have the tank version, which we’ll be wearing forevermore. They don’t call it essential for anything! We’re wearing in size Large, there is a lot of stretch and it is super comfortable. I’ve never worn a bodysuit all day long without getting sick of it, before this one! Click here for the tank bodysuit. Click here for the long sleeve version.

Disclaimer: This is not an Alloy Blazer

Lastly, we have to mention these insane prices on blazers. We always feel like we miss out on reasonably priced blazers that fit like average people can find. These blazers have solved all our woes! Click here for the navy blazer, and click here for the black blazer.

Alright, now that you’re good and overwhelmed with all of your options, happy shopping! As always, let us know if you’re shopping for something in particular and we will do our best to find it and include it for you next week!

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Don’t Sweat the Tall Stuff with Prissy Duck Designs

Every day I wake up and I feel a little bit more blessed than the day before. My closet continues to fill/be curated into such well-fitting tall retailer options. I know some of my tall sisters can agree with us on that. Sometimes it’s easy for us (especially being the minority group for shopping) to focus on what’s missing and what we’re left out of. Ourselves included, as we were just bemoaning the fact that ASOS’ United Kingdom site no longer delivers to the US. It wouldn’t be an issue aside from us seeing the incredible drops on the U.K. site that never make it to the U.S. So point being, it’s simple to get caught up in that cycle of “why me or woe is me.”

This comes up for two reasons. One we’ve seen a lot of talk circulating about retailers missing the boat or what we’re looking for in clothing. I think sometimes we’re the ones missing the boat on expecting one retailer to be able to satisfy the needs of tall women of all ages and sizes. That is a tall order, pun intended! We simultaneously have the urge to “be unique” while also wanting to fit in with the current trends/fashions. What a large order to fill. I’m not saying someone shouldn’t take on the task and do their best, more that we have to temper our expectations. 

Let’s face the facts, someone is buying some of the pieces that you might despise on sight. Otherwise, they wouldn’t keep churning them out or risk going out of business. It goes back to voting with your dollars. Don’t give retailers your money if you don’t align with their clothing! That is the most efficient way to get the point across. Also, if you have the opportunity to send them an email or take their survey; take the five minutes to do it. We never pass up the chance to share our feedback. Even if it might feel like you’re throwing words into the void, it always makes me feel better, like I had my say. 

The second is we’re excited to introduce a new to us retailer that we’ve been eyeing for a long time! Prissy Duck Designs operates out of Michigan and has been providing some seriously incredible and necessary pieces we need in our lives. It’s no secret that Caitlin and I highly value our comfort. It comes from that athletic upbringing of wearing sweats for most of our younger lives. With that in mind, what could possibly be better than finding tall athleisure pieces? Aside from that being rhetorical, nothing.

We’re old enough now that the question circulates internally of when it’s no longer appropriate to wear sweats in public. This jumpsuit solves that question! Now I can show up at the airport and feel simultaneously chic and relaxed. It’s also going to be super easy to grab for days I’m running errands and want to feel comfortable but put together. It’s an elevated version of wearing the basic leggings. 

I’m wearing the jumpsuit in a size large, and think it is true to size. As you can see, it is plenty long enough and doesn’t ride up at all or cause the dreaded camel toe. I will say if you have more muscular arms, they are slightly tight on mine. The fabric has minimal stretch, but once I have it on and zipped I don’t notice the arms whatsoever. I love the tie waist because it saves me from feeling frumpy in normally shapeless sweats. This is a super well thought out piece and I’m lucky to have it in my closet! 

In summation, how many of you have expanded your horizons and tried out a new small business tall company? Prissy Duck is out here giving us life with their amazing tall pieces, and I think we could all vote with our dollars on their store instead of focusing on other stores that don’t fit our needs! We’re excited to share more of Prissy Duck’s clothing in the coming weeks!

Outfit Details

Link to Prissy Duck jumpsuit, here.

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Real Tall Finds Friday: Vol 5 Tall Swimsuit Edition

Today’s Real Tall Find’s Friday is devoted to swimwear. We’ve had questions about where we find our swimsuits (especially one piece swimsuits) and wanted to do a round up so it’d be as easy as possible for you to find well-fitting options. Also, we both like to typically wear bikinis. I know swimwear can bring bad feelings on for some people. Every body is a bikini body. If you don’t like bikinis, that’s ok too! Do whatever you need to, in order to enjoy a day in the sun/sand/water.

La Blanca

We’ve had great luck with one-pieces from La Blanca. They all have adjustable straps so you can adjust them to your torso requirements! We’ve typically sized up one for extra length, but they also just added torso measurements to the suits so you can decide if the length will work!

Island Goddess Twist Front Keyhole One Piece
Twist Key Hole

Criss Cross One Piece, Halter One Piece, Underwire Suit, Island Goddess (these all come in multiple colors)

Asos Tall

You probably had a feeling this was coming; considering our long track record of talking about Asos Tall. To be fair, they have a nice selection of one piece swimsuits, plus they have a couple of high waisted bikini bottoms that will actually cover your belly button like they’re supposed to! Beware, some of their options are rather cheeky, like the two-pack we got of the black and white suits above!

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Aerie

We are pretty well endowed in the booty department so Aerie has been a little too small in that area for us, but if you have a bit of a smaller backside you might love all of the fun colors they offer here! All of their swim separates are $20 each right now. Since there are so many options on their site we recommend just filtering (by S Tall/M Tall/L Tall/XL Tall) your size so you can see all the options!

Target and Boohoo Tall

Lastly, here are some suits that we’ve never tried for ourselves. There are several brands at Target that have “long” one piece options including Kona Sol, and Shade and Shore. We also linked a couple of fun print options from Boohoo. If you’ve ever tried these out, please sound off in the comments below for your fellow tall women!

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