why are bigger clothes always longer?

Question

it's super annoying because i'm 5'2 and everything is too long

Update:

i do get petites lol but they are still too long sometimes or petite isn't always available and regular is the only option

Answer 1

Shop in the junior sections they have a lot to offer for people your height and very affordable

Answer 2

Yup. I'm 4'10" and I was obese for 15 years, I was ALWAYS taking plus size clothes to the alterationist to get them shortened! It's done to torture us short chicks.

Answer 3

So you can save money by buying clothes in the children's department - - their clothes are just as stylish these days.

Answer 4

Yeah, i think most clothes have a system of the "general" size compared to length. But it's usually a matter of clothing item to clothing item and the quality of the store.

Answer 5

For a women. Try Christopher and Banks.  

Answer 6

Because you're not buying the plus sizes in petite. They exist.

Answer 7

you can buy them shorter