At 5'3″, I've learned the hard way that not every midi dress is made for a petite frame. Some hit at the wrong spot and instantly make my legs look shorter - which is why I'm ultra-picky about proportion. The second I find one that defines my waist and creates a long, lean line, it becomes one of my favorite pieces and a go-to staple in my wardrobe. After plenty of trial and error, I've narrowed things down to 11 slimming midi dresses that truly elongate petite frames.