The petite thread: for the short (of whatever size, shape or taste)

[popularinthe80s]

@lougirl
@Sooverthemill
@TooMinty
@peachypetite
@peachypips
@Tinkerpony
@NearWildHeaven
@rk47
And anyone else who fits under the pencil mark on the wall, all welcome.
Share your petite finds, disappointments and tips here.
This is where the petite party started: www.mumsnet.com/Talk/style_and_beauty/4041075-long-cardigan-for-short-person?pg=1

Yay, @Coffee4Queen, we have identical feet.
Verrry nice trews. Right balance of loose but not drowning you.

@chasegirl

Am also looking for knee high boots. Bought a pair from River Island last week that will be returning, they look great until I sit down as they are too high at the back of my knee. So I bed knee high boots that arent quite knee high

Can't help with specific boots as haven't bought any recently, but I often buy boots that are described as "calf length" rather than "knee high".

@Curbsideprophet have a look at Uniqlo ( reco,,ended by a PP on this thread I think) - I've just bought 2pairs of their ultra stretch denim cropped leggings. They're jeans style but feel like you're wearing leggings. Honestly I opened the delivery today, tried the first pair on and wore them all day, so comfortable! Like them so much I've ordered some of the same style this aft but in a checked fabric, hoping they will be perfect too.
Give them a go!

Abercrombie and Fitch cardigan arrived - I love it! So soft and cosy and fits fine (sleeves are long but have cuffs so they don't fall over my hands)

@TooMinty can you link?

I've just bought these H&M ankle boots, I've admired the chunky boot look for a while but have problems getting ankle boots that don't go too high on my short legs . These work fine on my 5ft2" frame. Going to wear them with everything!

www.abercrombie.com/shop/uk/p/sherpa-lined-cardigan-41963319?categoryId=6570770&seq=04&faceout=prod1

This one, also comes in light grey but as a clumsy red wine drinker I can't wear that!

@Sooverthemill late pic up for your photo, but really like your jeans. I have to have 5 valium and a winning lottery ticket in my pocket to gear myself up to shop for new jeans. But you've inspired me.

Just been in Sainsbury's & realised they have a petite section - with 25% off.

@popularinthe80s thank you! These are a favourite pair. I never ever buy jeans ( or anything really) in a shop, I always buy online from retailers with free returns. I buy loads and try them all on and keep only what I love ( which is too many). These are really old hush boyfriend which I got in 2017 I think and which just get better with age. They aren't hugely baggy just like a relaxed fit. eBay is a good place to look too once you know what you like.

@TooMinty I've been looking at that A&F sherpa cardigan! Could I just ask what the sizing is like? It's sold out atm in the M in black but not sure whether I can chance the S - I'm a size 10 or 12 depending on the shop and style.

@Sooverthemill they're really nice - slouchy, but not drowning you.

[quote paddingtonbear1]@TooMinty I've been looking at that A&F sherpa cardigan! Could I just ask what the sizing is like? It's sold out atm in the M in black but not sure whether I can chance the S - I'm a size 10 or 12 depending on the shop and style.[/quote]

It's super cosy!

I am 6-8 in most shops and got XS so S might be worth a punt for 10-12. It doesn't fasten so pretty forgiving. I can't remember if they do free returns, but if so then nothing to lose.

How has everyone's petite weekend gone?
Any new ideas/new finds?
My lovely stepdaughter is going to lend me her DMs so I can try, risk free, the look. However I'm still leaning towards the solovair

I’ve discovered that the &Other Stories cropped jumper is the perfect length for me. It looks good tucked into high waisted girlfriend jeans or a mini skirt as well as over skinnies.

I have work my Solovairs EVERYDAY and with everything since I got them. Definitely get my money’s worth

They do seem lovely, @Coffee...

@TooMinty

Ok, here's a challenge - I really want a pair of very wide leg jeans. Blue and high waisted ideally. Do they exist in short length? And can I carry them off?!

Topshop used to do high waisted wide leg jeans, not sure if they still do them, also jigsaw had some in the summer & might be making it up but possibly sezane.

I gave my Superdry skinny jeans to my sister because she is very slightly taller than me. So now I don't have any blue jeans. Am torn between just getting another pair of Jamies from Topshop as I know they fit. Or trying something different. Still hankering for really wide leg with a high waist but not seen anything in petite that grabs me. I could buy regular length and get them shortened?

Oh just cross posted @dontcallmelen - I'll take a look thanks!

I prefer a high waisted jeans as well, I find them more comfortable & seem to fit me on the bum better, don’t have much of a bum or hips but I may also be kidding myself that they look better though.
cofee & Soover looking very stylish👍🏼

5ft 3 here, just brought my first jumpsuit, DP petite size 12 its too big might take it in, but just found a size 10 on line, so will try that first, its great black and white spots I love it.

@TooMinty

Ok, here's a challenge - I really want a pair of very wide leg jeans. Blue and high waisted ideally. Do they exist in short length? And can I carry them off?!

Uniqlo have high waisted wide leg blue jeans in the sale (limited sizes left) www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/product/women-high-rise-super-wide-fit-jeans-425652.html Any good?

Ooh now those are wide leg! Not many sizes left though. £9!

On the potential DM/Solovair boots decision - I'm wavering between hi-shine and 'greasy'/matt black. Does anyone have either? @Coffee4Queen, your lovely ones look matt?

Yes popular they’re matte. Odd as it’s called ‘Greasy’