Maxi-dresses

So have we had enough mini-dresses? Certainly not this girl. But along with tons of minis that we've been seeing, you gotta have the maxis too apparently. They are flying off the shelves everywhere. I haven't worn a dress that long, touching my ankles. I'm not that tall, so I'm concerned about a dress that long will make me look short. And the print is very important, 'cause it covers such a large area, you better make sure it flatters your skin tone. I haven't decided if I should get one, perhaps I should experiment. They do look very beautiful and romantic on the models because they have legs that are a mile long. What are your thoughts on them? Telephgraph's Hilary Alexander tells you how to

Maximise the look:

• Sport a great pedicure, not Earth Mother toenails
  
• Accessorise with jewelled thongs, not 'Jesus' sandals
  
• Wearing a push-up bra is de rigueur, not burning it
  
• Celebrity culture reigns supreme, not counterculture
  
• Douse yourself in designer perfume, not patchouli oil
  

Goddess Long Chiffon Dress in Sapphire $275

American Girl Dress in Noir $242

HIGH TWIST RAYON SPANDEX MAXI DRESS $198

PRINTED MATTE JERSEY MAXIE DRESS $138

Mariska Dress in Vintage Floral $407 $209.65

Alloy HIBISCUS MAXI DRESS $39.50

Old Navy Women's Long Floral Halter Dresses $34.50