Summary
- Our tips
- Big brands in the “petite” sections
- Petite bloggers
While everyone agrees that small is cute, shopping trips can turn into a real challenge! For those under 5’3″, finding pants that aren’t too long or shorts that don’t hit the calf can be difficult… We reveal the tips and tricks for shopping when you’re petite.
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When you don’t fit into a “standard” size, it can sometimes be hard to find clothes that fit perfectly. Whether it’s cut, size, or even style, the shopping mission can feel like a real puzzle.
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Our Tips
As soon as you step outside the “norm,” shopping can become a warrior’s journey. To ensure you never go wrong, opt for vertical stripes; they will elongate your silhouette. Additionally, mini prints or small buttons on our dresses prove to be great allies. In vogue, monochrome outfits are perfect for petite people, so the color block look is embraced.
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High-waisted shorts accentuate our silhouette and reveal our legs, creating a guaranteed optical illusion. If there’s one must-have accessory for petite people, it’s the belt. A must-have, it allows you to transform an XXL dress into a sexy, fitted outfit. Moreover, it highlights our waist to emphasize our petite stature. Be aware that it’s all about proportions.
For tops, the same rule applies; oversized and baggy tops are a no-go. Another tip, remember that most stores offer a custom tailoring service. To avoid running to the tailor!
Big brands with a “petite” section are on the next page!
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Big brands with “petite” sections
These e-shops offer a section dedicated to people under 5’3″:
- Asos: the site offers a wide range of brands with specific styles for petites. With perfectly proportioned hems and sleeves, Asos primarily draws inspiration from runway trends and trendy street style. The best part? Asos goes even further and offers clothing starting at size 0.
- Topshop: it’s one of the flagship brands when it comes to shopping for petites! Each week, new stylish pieces appear for our delight. Like the “plus size” lines, these online stores offer special “petite” collections. We find the online store of
- Dorothy Perkins: The brand is known for its affordable runway-inspired pieces.
- Missguided: it’s a bold brand that offers trendy pieces at mini prices.
- River Island: here, the length of pants and sleeves will no longer be an issue.
- Reformation: it has undoubtedly become the brand that all petite fashionistas are raving about from Los Angeles. Emily Ratajkowski, Sienna Miller, and Rihanna are fans of the brand’s design.
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Petite Bloggers
To never run out of inspiration, we present to you some bloggers who have made their height their greatest asset.
Noholita has 615K followers and is only 5’1″. She is one of the most popular bloggers in France, offering cool and streetwear looks.
You may know her by her pseudonym: ExtraPetite, aka Jean Wang, who knows how to highlight her extra petite stature (5’0″). The young American offers us breathtaking photos, a true role model to follow.
Lapetitefrenchie (5’3″), Walkinwonderland (5’2″), Chictalkch (5’0″), Kateogata (5’2″) or Whatwouldkiwear (5’1″) are other beautiful inspirations!
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