I’m 5’3″ which I guess categorizes me as petite. I don’t always shop petite because I find I’m limited in my options. I also don’t always like to shop petite because I don’t like my clothes tighter I just need them shorter that’s why I prefer ankle fit or cropped jeans and pants. On me they fit just right. Through my experience shopping I now know where I can find petite options and I put together a list to help you know where to shop for petite clothing.
There is a market and demand for it and often brands and companies neglect us. Not every brand represents petite girls. It’s a struggle because for most of my life I’ve had to buy pants that are way too long and I was always way too lazy to ever get them tailored. I’ve even cut my own jeans and made them shorter giving them a custom raw edge. It’s funny because now raw edge is “trending” so my laziness worked out in the end.
Now a days some brands have a big focus on jean fits. They focus on different inseam lengths which is great. I know Madewell has a great Denim Bar that covers all different fits, lengths and silhouettes. There is nothing worse than having your jeans too long, dresses drag on the floor or shirt feel like a tunic. Now more than ever brands are celebrating different body types but the petite girl is usually thought of last I think. If you are petite, and like to shop for petite clothes because you know they are tailored to fit your body shape better, than check out these brands and retailers that are thinking of you! Wearing clothes that actually fit you will definitely make you look and feel better.
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Blush Top Petite Studio
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Camel Beret Petite Studio
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Samantha says
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Marilyn Hucek says
Hi Samantha, Thanks so much for taking the time to read my post and commenting. I would love to learn more about your offer!