New clothes inspiration - petite!

[Katiehod]

Hi all,

Wondering if anyone has any inspiration for me. I'm 5'1, a size 10 (ish!) and struggling to find my my style after having 2 kids close together (3 and 1). I'm starting a new job and would like to be a little smarter. Chat GPT says my colour season is warm autumn. I am wondering what trousers are flattering for people my height? I have always worn skinny jeans but I'd like to try something different. Hoping for inspiration for trouser shapes to wear with winter boots or smart shoes? Or are skirts/dresses a better option? Thanks all

You could start by browsing these articles and seeing which brands appeal. (And the best websites will show how the clothes can be styled.)

https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/gallery/petite-clothing-brands

https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/shopping/best-fashion-brands-for-petites

https://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/fashion-beauty/womens-clothing/best-petite-clothing-brands-uk-women-b2263007.html

(The first link should eventually appear!)

I'm 5'2 and size 10 so similar, though proportionally bigger/heavier on the bottom half compared to the top so what works for me might not work for you.... I prefer wide trousers with a more fitted top, usually a shirt with some details (pleats, ruffles, lace etc). When it's colder I layer with a knit vest, cardigan or jumper (mostly shorter length to balance my proportions). I also like wearing dresses just above the knee, with tights and smart shoes (loafers, brogues, Mary janes etc) or boots.

Examples of shapes I like and work for me...

Trousers (in short length):
https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/uk/p/a-and-f-sloane-tailored-wide-leg-pant-60575448-1005

https://www.marksandspencer.com/jersey-wide-leg-trousers-with-stretch/p/clp60506499

Shirts (tucked in):
https://www.laredoute.co.uk/ppdp/prod-350227753.aspx

https://www.marksandspencer.com/tie-neck-long-sleeve-shirt/p/clp60755969

Dresses:
https://www.joules.com/style/su615503/am8348

https://www.hobbs.com/product/alara-ponte-dress/0225-5054-9083L00-NAVY.html

Ooh lovely, thank you. Some good brands I'd not heard of before like Free People and Reformation. I like to avoid fast fashion and there looks to be good alternatives these days. Will have a Vinted nosy 😁

Thank you, this is great inspiration! I love those A&F trousers and that Hobbs dress. I carry my weight around my mid section and definitely need to experiment with different trouser styles. I really like the knit vest look so have got one to wear over a polo neck top. I really like chunky loafers particularly the Camper ones and DM boots. I think I fell in the skinny jeans rut around 10 years ago and it's just not working for me as I enter my later 30s!

Im even shorter and I've rediscovered boot-leg jeans but I think skinny bootleg is most flattering.

I also have some wide leg jeans that are from a kids dept but like a pp I wear with a fitted or slimline top.

Although im not sure im stylish, im just answering as someone petite!

I'm a similar size and height to you. I like the following:

Levis and Mint Velvet for jeans
Hush for casual cargos
Reiss
Whistles
River Island, if you're happy to filter out some of their rubbish
Sezane for knitwear
Free People
Next/ lipsy for dresses

I'm a similar size and height to you. I like the following:

Levis and Mint Velvet for jeans
Hush for casual cargos
Reiss
Whistles
River Island, if you're happy to filter out some of their rubbish
Sezane for knitwear
Free People
Next/ lipsy for dresses

Ooh thank you. I will have a search for skinny boot leg. I think I have flashbacks to my 90's crispy school trouser bootlegs 😂

I also need to realise that I don't have to wear boots just because it's winter! I go round expecting a snowstorm for some reason!