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

Ha IceniWarrior

All. The. Time.

Well thanks to this thread I’ve just gone mad in the Sainsbos petite section. Much obliged fellow shorties

@Toominty these are the leggings I buy: www.mintvelvet.co.uk/product/black-straight-leggings/28957

Thanks! Don't have any leggings just now that I don't have to have a turn up in...

Love this thread! Didn’t quite make 5 foot and need some serious wardrobe assistance that doesn’t require scissors and iron on hem 🤦🏼‍♀️

I like Sainsbury's petite..But...I tried a petite tailored blazer from there and the fit was terrible. The shoulders were very wide. I looked like I was off to play American football in it. Or Alexis Carrington...I can't decide which.

I can't think of who would be the equivalent. It's always perplexed me. I got a petite wool knee length skirt there years ago and it's still good.

They do basics so well.

5 foot size 6-8 here. Not really buying clothes much anymore but here are brands that work for me:

Topshop petite when I was in my 20s
Petite bateau t shirts
Uniqlo
Muji
H&M

If budget allows, and for dressier stuff, j crew petite is great. Bought a petite down parka which is going strong every winter.

I have bought cos and arket items that work but have to be selective on styles.

Ironically designer things can work better than some high street.

If nothing works, a good tailor. I've done some complete remodelling on outfits with a tailor before . Also had a winter coat custom made.

I hear you gaggiagirl

So many ranges are a bit and miss. I think this is why a thread like this is so needed.

I can confirm I think the Sainsbos shirt dress is pretty true to size. I bought the 8 and I think it’s ok. I tend to be an 8 on top and 10 on my bottom.

For ppl who dislike polyester, Lands end have cotton options for petites and they regularly have sales on. They often send codes via email if you're subscribed.
www.landsend.co.uk/Women/ix-Tab_2?prefn1=variationSizeVariation_9&prefv1=Petite

I love J Crew stuff but it is so ££££

Boden petite can be good too. I got my coat there with a discount code. And I love their petite jersey shirts. Perfect for current working from home

I don't really shop online cos I find it such a faff sending stuff back. So much of these things people are mentioning are online

I've found my tribe. I'm about 5 ft and 8-10. I have a short body and long arms so sleeves are OK but waistlines of anything fitted are always too low. I used to like DP petite but been buying more in M &S recently. I'm shoe size 2.5-3 and Sarenza was my go to for shoes as they had 100s of pairs in size 2 or 2.5, but they ha e closed in th UK. Where do other petite footed ladies find nice leather boots etc? Kids shoes are great for trainers and casual but not for smarter stuff. Anyone got ideas for petite to follow on insta?

I much prefer seeing things live purpleme12

I have had some success with Sainsbury’s locally and Debenhams (Principles petite mostly) but I know how difficult it can be

Ok, I need more Mint Velvet recommendations. Have two pairs of black leggings in my basket but still £12 short of free shipping. They don't have any cosy looking cardigans... Anyone got the batwing v neck jumper?

Oh hai fellow short arses!

5'0 here and a large size 10. Currently failing at slimming down to an 8. (I actually have a shortie thread on the go on the weight loss forum)

Re clothes: I buy my jeans in m&s, topshop and some river island. Coats are a nightmare. Help there would be great.

I've recently discovered Zalando. They have some good petite stuff.

I have a batwing jumper from there but think it looks too big. I find their tops large in size. Biker jeans good.

5 foot 3 size 12 here. I’m just place marking, hello fellow petite ladies shortarses

Hi . I need this advice thread too please.
5ft 1 size 6 ... size 3 feet ...
I’m tiny 🙄

I would love a proper wool coat but can't find one in my size.

Boden petite blazer these are phenomenal quality and I'd recommend to all petite women. They do coats that are above 50% wool but it really pisses me off that they no longer do 100% wool coats, I have an incredible boiled woolcoat from them that is about 10 years old and is so my warmest coat.

J Crew have a couple of 100% wool coats.

@tyrannid

Are larger shorties allowed here? I know some people define petite as being shorter but also smaller all over. I'm 4ft 11 but also a size 18-20.

I'm glad it's not just me finding petite trousers are often too long! It's like they assume you are wearing huge heels all the time. I can't wear heels following an ankle injury so my trousers often drag on the floor

Can’t see why not. Thread says any size is welcome, just 5’3 and under as per uk petite size height limit. I feel like a giant on this thread

I have one of the J crew coats, fits very well.

@SmallestInTheClass I feel your pain .. size 3 shies sometimes too big for me Deleon the brand .
I’m not being overly helpful unfortunately.. but I tend to buy my boots and shoes 👠 in Asia or Canada where they cater for small women.

As you say trainers and great and cheap !

Oh, great thread, thanks! I'm 4 foot 10 (just!) size 10-12. Find buying even petite length trousers difficult, just live in skinny jeans and leggings because at least then I can tuck them into boots! Otherwise, yucky trailing hems on the ground, reminiscent of the 90s style we all went around wearing! No thanks!

🙄🙄 shoes. And “ depending “ on the brand