happygrrl Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 My daughter is very tall, so finding skirts that don't look indecent is tricky. Now we are attending a more ethnic church where the women wear longer skirts. We both agreed that we feel more comfortable fitting in, and are both on the look out for longer skirts (I am tall too!). Problem is, I can't seem to find anything below the knee. I have tried the thrift store, but most skirts there are so gathered at the waist that I look like a character from Hansel and Gretel. DD is also thin, so things of the right length are swallowing her. Help! Is there are place you know of that sells cute, slim, longer skirts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Sounds like it's time for Home-Ec 101! Seriously, making skirts is a breeze. If you can't find any at a used clothing store that you like, then sewing them yourself is the way to go. It's fun to pick out fabric too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orthodox6 Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Yes ! http://www.liliesapparel.com/ I have purchased clothing from this company for maybe ten years now. I think they include some slim-fit skirts which are NOT "dirndl" style. Customer service is superlative, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 (edited) Have you looked into the broomstick style skirts? They are made of a thin, gauzy cotton material that is permanently wrinkled. They seem to look good on most anybody. I'll try to find a picture for you. I really like this one. http://www.pyramidcollection.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=P8179+S Edited May 4, 2009 by KidsHappen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I go to TJMaxx and Marshall's. Right now they got some neat new skirts in with plenty to choose from in long lenghts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangermom Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I love the skirts at this site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phathui5 Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I get skirts from http://www.hannahlise.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I wear mostly ankle-length broomstick style skirts, in bright colors and wonderful fabrics. My favorite site is softsurroundings.com. Don't look at the regular site, though. The prices will scare you away. Go directly to their Outlet. They're having some good clearance sales right now (at least they were last week). http://www.softsurroundingsoutlet.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happygrrl Posted May 4, 2009 Author Share Posted May 4, 2009 OK, these are all great resources! Thanks. You know, I have been thinking about sewing lately.. maybe a few summer weight skirts would inspire me to dust off my machine. My mother is a fantastic seamstress, so I have been guilty of using her skills as an excuse not to develop my own. Might be time to step up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I get skirts from http://www.hannahlise.com Oooo! I like these. Thanks for the link! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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