What length should my new black coat be?

What length should my new black coat be? I just bought a long black coat with a tie belt. I am a 65 year old woman who is 5′, approx. 180 lbs. I mainly wear casual clothes like jeans, pullovers and shirts.  Black is predominant among my clothes.

Your new black coat with a tie belt sounds like an excellent investment. It should be perfect with your wardrobe of predominantly black clothing. Also dark clothing gives you a taller slimmer look. In general shorter gals should wear coats that hit a little above the knee.  Longer lengths can overwhelm figures and make them appear shorter. Also a coat that hits just above the knees will look stylish with jeans and pants. Before you have your coat shortened, check what styles work for your specific body type. Wear shoes that have heels, for more height, and add something colorful near your face (a scarf) and/or attractive earrings that will draw attention upward to your face.

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Dressing For Your Body Type
No two people are alike but there are similar shapes that can be categorized as body types. Knowing your body type/ shape is important. In order to look good you need to choose clothing styles that flatter you. Few if any of us have the “perfect figure.”

Do plus size women look slimmer in straight leg or flared leg pants?
The best way for plus size women to determine what style pants make them look slimmer is to try some different styles on and check the mirror. What is most slimming depends on your body shape and height. In general, straight leg pants are most flattering if you have a narrow body frame. If you are wide in the hip area a slight flare bottom pant would look good. Most plus size women can wear bootcut pants, flared pants, straight leg pants and harem pants. Avoid stretch fabrics, extreme flare bottoms, baggy and tapered style pants.  Dark color and longer is better when it comes to choosing flattering pants. Your pants should touch your shoes and cover your heels. Pants in lighter fabrics or a blend of lighter fabrics are more flattering than stiff fabrics. Most important is fit. Flattering pants should fit perfectly. If necessary visit your favorite tailor.