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2020: A Not So Fond Farewell

Wow, what a year. Yea I know I’m just saying what we’re all thinking. It truly changed everyone’s lives and for that reason I’ve got to address it. When we all started hearing whispers about COVID19 I don’t think realistically most anticipated the effect it would have. From going through a quarantine lockdown with everyone stuck at home, to adjusting to mask wearing when out in public, to people who were able to keep their jobs realizing how easily (or not) they could work from home. Celebrate your resilience this year. It’s been a weird one.

Most years people look ahead and see possibilities of what it can hold/bring and this year feels a little different. Yes we have a vaccine and a tentative date on the horizon. There are still a lot of unknowns in the meantime. We want to encourage you to focus on the small things you can control about your life. If you’re stuck at home more than you’d like, figure out a new routine that brings you happiness.

Some Fun News/Updates

For me, one thing was us getting a puppy. We’ve long talked about getting a dog and held off because the way our lives were set up. Working at least a 9 hour day followed by hitting the gym for an hour or two isn’t the ideal scenario to have a dog pining away for you at home. With the changes this year forcing us to slow down, everything aligned and we brought our puppy, Francis “Frankie” home. Plus she has the best aunt in Caitlin!

Having a dog or something to take care of is a way to focus outside of yourself. It’s easiest for me to get stuck inside my head and the cycle of thoughts all about me, me, me. I’m not saying you need a pet/dog to find a purpose, but they sure do provide a lot of distraction whether it be training, accidents, chewing, or laughing while they play.

In other news to just drop in the middle of the post, I’m excited to announce that I’m expecting a baby boy, due in May 2021! Why not pack all the excitement in at once, am I right?!

Looking Ahead to 2021

Maybe this is the year you try out being a plant mom. You’ve been enjoying all the greenery people are injecting their homes with. It is a smaller but still fun way to bring something new. It won’t cost a ton but could potentially bring you joy!

A lot of people went through their homes already. But if your clutter is suffocating you, take some time off buying new things. Only until you can go through and organize what you do have. Especially after Christmas, we tend to come home and realize how much stuff we have and don’t use. In the meantime you can start a note or an excel spreadsheet on updates/things you might actually need instead of want. Then when you’re ready you might have enough in your budget to replace items you’ve been overlooking or getting by with.

Lastly, since this blog is all things tall, you could take an inventory of your closet. What did you buy that you shouldn’t have because it doesn’t actually fit you. What tall small business can you check out this year to support instead. Maybe it means spending a few more dollars. In the long run, we can guarantee from personal experience that you will have those pieces left in your closet after a purge more than some clearance mainline sweater you thought you had to have and shrunk after one wash.

2020 Post Highlights

Some of our favorite pieces from this year are linked posts below. Check them out for a trip down memory lane of 2020 (the year you’re not sure you want to relive).

January: This Boilersuit and this mini skirt were two favorites for the year

February: This perfect sweat jumpsuit from Prissy Duck and these jumpsuits from Alloy Apparel!

March: Loving the coordinating black and white looks and twinning in some red power suits.

April: Trying out some Tall & Isi pieces and some Mustard coordinating lewks!

May: Glorious tall maxi dresses, the best tall leggings EVER, & witty tall graphic tshirts you need to add to your closet.

June: Saying temporarily goodbye to LTS in linen, then carrying it over into some great tall linen shorts, and your directory of tall black owned businesses to support!

July: Some incredible tall one piece swimsuits, and the ideal faux leather leggings you need ASAP, as well as some reversible workwear for when you’re back in office!

August: An opinion piece on what NOT to say to tall women (or at least us), a new tall boutique with great basics, and some larger sized comfortable slip on sneakers.

September: A new company that gives you the inseam you need. Plus a company that will custom make your clothing

October: Statement pants with the length and quality you need!

November: Tall Tracksuits/Sweatsuits you won’t regret upgrading to and a high quality large sized shoe business you need to check out!

December: Another new large sized shoe company and some updated tall denim options from one of our favorite tall small businesses.

January 1, 2021/0 Comments/by Jenilee & Caitlin

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Must Have Tall Womens Denim

Y’all we are back on the blog and feeling the Christmas spirit right about now, as we get to share an exciting new denim drop from Amalli Talli! That’s right, if you got your hands on the first round of their denim collection, then you’re still probably wearing those on repeat and have been counting down the days to, TODAY! We all need more places to buy tall womens denim and they are coming through for us in a big way.

Amalli Talli has two new styles for sale today, and they are expanding their selection so there is an option for everyone. Up First is the new version of their jeans, the Jackson Skinny High Rise but with a BUTTON FLY! If you’re like us, then you typically see trends floating around for a while before you can find your length/inseam available. Amalli Talli has us covered in this perfect black wash denim. The rise on this pair is a lovely 11 inches! I am wearing the size 30 and the 36 inseam which is exactly what we got last time, so true to size for us. We’d tell you to size down if you’re in between sizes. Caitlin went with size 29 and the 34 inseam and is also loving the fit.

One of our favorite parts about this cut is the higher rise in the back. No worrying about your butt crack popping out every time you bend over if you don’t always like to wear a belt. Oh, and of course we are obsessed with the button fly. It gives your standard pair of denim some visual interest and for wearability the buttons are easy to open/close if that’s one of your worries.

The other thing to note about the difference in these two pairs of denim is they updated the fit below the knee. The original Blakely denim (check our original post on them, here) are a bit relaxed once they hit the knee. This pair is more your true skinny so stays close to the calve the whole way down including a smaller ankle opening. It is worth noting that the fit through the waist, hips, and thighs is exactly the same!

An issue we’ve struggled with in wearing skinny’s is the inseam might be “correct” but once you’re wearing them for the entire day we realize as we’re sitting at our desks that the knee isn’t in the correct spot. We have to hike them up before sitting down or they pull down or are uncomfortable as you sit for long periods of time. Amalli Talli knows the struggles because they live them as well, so you better believe they tested and retested to avoid any of these issues!

The second pair of denim they cut is the Jackson Skinny Mid Rise. For reference the original Blakely’s have an 10.5 inch rise and this pair is 8.5 inches. The rise still cuts higher in the back, for anyone worrying about butt crackage! As much as we will always love some high rise denim, there will always be a place in our closets for some mid rise. Just never mention low rise in our vicinity, those were some dark, scary times to look back on… haha.

This pair has the perfect quintessential mid denim wash. A deep true blue that has some whiskering, you will be able to remix them with anything in your closet with ease. Again, we are wearing size 30×36 (Jenilee) and 29×34 (Caitlin) and would recommend going with your usual size and size down if in between. We would like to also point out Caitlin is only wearing a belt as an accessory not for its true function use (no need for that with this fit!)

Amalli Talli also adjusted the inseams this time. After the first launch I think we all realized we were getting the short end of the stick on some of our usual denim retail orders. When you receive a pair of denim that is truly 37, you realize you’ve been getting shortchanged all along. So especially because these are true skinny jeans, you don’t need them to be your inseam to the floor. The 36 inch inseam works great for me and with a lot of my favorite ankle boots still allows for me to turn up the hem! Same for Caitlin with the 34 inch inseam. No cold ankles despite the inch inseam difference this launch!

So we hope we gave you a good rundown of their new denim. We are ecstatic to be able to share our discount code again for 15% off your entire order using THEREALTALL15. Now that you’re done with Christmas shopping, it’s time to shop for yourself and luckily this is valid through 12/31/2020, so if you get some gift cards it will be completely ideal timing to use!

Lastly, everything we wore with their denim today is still shoppable on their site and we highly recommend. The moto jacket (L and XL-Happy with either fit) is almost sold out but if you’re an XXL you need to snag it asap. You will literally never have a jean jacket as perfect as the Hollis, and that is quickly running out of sizes as well. Luckily they restocked their double layer basic long sleeves in white and they are buttery soft and the length is everything! The Adelle green sweater brings the sleeve drama (Both in Medium), and the Mock Turtleneck Red Sweater (Both in Medium) is the perfect basic holiday sweater you’ll always reach for.

Tall ladies are catching on quickly that Amalli Talli gets them completely, because a lot of these items are close to selling out. Our Christmas wish for you is that you find some Amalli Talli under your tree this year. If you don’t, we encourage you to treat yourself and never regret it! Reminder to use code THEREALTALL15 for 15% off your entire order through 12/31/2020.

And as always if you need any help with sizing or recommendations the best way to get a hold of us is shooting us a DM or leaving a comment on our Instagram, we are delighted to help! See below for comparison to the Blakely Denim drop!

December 18, 2020/0 Comments/by Jenilee & Caitlin

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The Tall Shirtdress You Need in your Life

With the holidays quickly (and thankfully) approaching, we’ve been reflecting on Christmas’s of the past and how 2020 has changed this year’s wishlist. This year we’re hoping family and friends stay healthy and safe first and foremost. As for the clothing, you know we might never stop wanting new and amazing options. But if COVID has taught us anything, it’s to raise comfort up higher on our list of “needs” while shopping.

Enter the dress that can do it all: the boyfriend shirtdress from Height Goddess! It doesn’t matter if you need a work dress, a house dress, a travel dress. I think you’ll find this option fits the bill for all the above. If you’re wondering how that’s possible, we think it’s the magical fabric mixture of cotton and spandex. Cut for comfort while still hugging your curves, it’s a dress to feel good wearing.

We’ve often bemoaned our lack of dresses with long sleeves, especially living in the Midwest. This dress has the perfect length sleeves to fit both 6’4 and 5’11. Plus the shoulder cut is correct, no need to size up here – all true to size! We are both wearing the dress in size large. The cadet grey option is the spandex/cotton blend and has a bit more structured feel to it. The black shirt dress feels a bit slinkier! I think you can tell the difference in pictures as well.

The added bonus is the option to cuff it up to be worn as ¾ length sleeves. Normally we’re forced to buy mainline button-up shirts and keep them tabbed because the sleeves are nowhere near long enough. But this shirt dress just keeps providing new options.

This Height Goddess boyfriend shirt dress can be the unsung hero of your closet. You can easily layer it with a sweater as I did. Or you can get a little grunge with yours like Caitlin and dress it down with a leather jacket and some combat boots. Calling it a blank canvas would be an apt description because it’s a piece you can truly make your own vibe.

Height Goddess has been introduced on The Real Tall before, with her incredible graphic t-shirts and sweatshirts. Rest assured, this is a company that knows what tall women need! If you missed our original post, click here and you simply must snag one of these shirts for the pleasure it will bring to your daily life.

We need tall women like Lameka Weeks, championing incredible clothing options for tall women. These shirt dresses are made in the U.S., which is another way to support our economy this holiday season. We strongly encourage you to consider shopping small this year. Not only will you feel good about it; it’ll be the gift that keeps on giving as you wear well-fitting clothing instead of settling for the big-box good enough options.

To sweeten the deal, Lameka gave us a 10% off code you can use to shop on Height Goddess! Use Code TRT10 Through Sunday, November 22nd and snag up one of her amazing styles.

Lastly, for any of our podcast lovers: check out Lameka’s podcast that she releases monthly called From One Height Goddess to Another. Especially if you’re feeling lonely as a tall woman, she interviews many incredible women who you’ll no doubt relate to and get some laughs from!

You can use code TRT10 for 10% off of your order + Free shipping and it is good through Sunday 11/22

November 18, 2020/0 Comments/by Jenilee & Caitlin

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Figleaves: The Bra is Back

I think we can all agree we’ve reached the LMNOP part of the year, aka where the days start to fly by and the months are basically blink and you miss it. Although there seems to be no sign of the end of this pandemic at the moment, it is strange because life continues to move forward. For us that means still going back in to work a couple of days a week. The normalcy and the extra organization it brings to my in-office visits are always appreciated. It also means putting on regular clothing a couple of days a week. Enter Figleaves who have proclaimed the bra is back!

If you’re still sitting at home you might be thinking to yourself, why bother? We feel you on that! The online browsing has definitely shifted into eyeing some seriously cozy pieces like joggers and sweatshirts. While that has been great to get rid of some of my grungier sweats that should have been tossed long ago; there is still nothing like the feeling of “putting yourself together.”

Especially after we wear sweats for so many days and realize our pants fit a little tighter. YIKES. Nothing like finding out you gained the COVID 20 the hard way. Obviously this year has been absolute trash so definitely cut yourself a break and do what you can with prioritizing some self care. We’re all just trying to get by, especially as the days start to shorten and we face down a long Winter of potential quarantine…

Luckily we’re back on track with our month long membership to Burn Boot Camp in Whitefish Bay. That has been amazing to get the endorphins pumping again and to have someone encouraging you every step of the way keeps us coming back. We totally recommend Burn Boot Camp if you have one in your area and are happy to discuss our experience more if you have any questions!

All of that to say, we know what makes us feel better about wearing “normal” clothing. First is moving our bodies regularly. The mental/emotional effects cannot be over exaggerated! We can tell we’re more irritable on days we don’t do something physical. It’s harder to sleep at night as well. Really there are numerous effects, and you might have felt them yourself but weren’t able to pinpoint the why behind it!

The second part to feeling good in normal clothing is having a great bra underneath your clothing. Really that can mean anything, like a fun lacy number, a bralette, or even a nice push up demi option. Figleaves, our go-to for tall one pieces invited us to test out some of their bras. If you’re in need of an update or upgrade you need to check out their options.

A lot of times when bra shopping, I get frustrated by the cost of a bra. $50-$60 dollars?! C’mon I barely like to spend that on denim! Plus it’s something that most people won’t ever see. Of course you want to feel good for yourself but I know that there are great budget friendly options. I just can’t believe I didn’t know Figleaves was one of them!

They have a wonderful guide to trying bras on at home. We know this can sound daunting and hard because bra sizing can be so all over the place. Both of us used the guide ourselves and not to brag but we nailed it. Okay, we realize we can’t actually take credit but we can follow directions if nothing else!

The one upside to being stuck at home (according to memes haha), was being able to go bra-free. I am all about having some bra free time, but sometimes I feel so much better with some light support. And if you are craving comfort as much as we are you can have as much support as you want with Figleaves many many options. Plus they have a wonderful size range to cover all our girls.

If you haven’t checked out Figleaves yet, you’re missing out on some great well-fitting bras that are also budget friendly. Check out their site here!

October 1, 2020/0 Comments/by Jenilee & Caitlin