What Is Petite Sizing And Where Can You Buy The Best Petite Clothes?
What Is Petite Sizing And Where Can You Buy The Best Petite Clothes?
Petite sizing in women’s fashion can be confusing, and it is not always straight-forward. The term ‘petite’ is largely used in the fashion industry to describe clothing that is made for women who are 5’3” and under.
You can be any size from 2-18 and above and be considered petite, though you won’t necessarily find all of those sizes readily available from fashion brands in the UK. The majority of petite fashion brands sell clothing in sizes 8-16. So if you are outside of these sizes it can be a challenge to find well-fitting clothes.
Many women who are above 5’3” also prefer to wear petite clothing for a better fit compared to regular size clothing that is made for women who are up to 5’9” tall. Equally, petite women do not always need to buy clothes that are made specifically for women who are 5’3” and under. Ultimately, there is no one size fits all and it may take some trial and error to find what works best for you.
So how is petite clothing different to regular clothing? Petite clothes are of course shorter in length but they also have modified proportions to ensure a better fit for a smaller frame.
If you think petite clothes might be a good option for you but you’re not sure, the best thing to do is to think about how regular size clothes fit you right now. Are you constantly rolling up the sleeves on tops? Do your jeans bunch at the ankles? Do dresses fall in all the wrong places, particularly at your bust and waist? Do coats drown your frame? If the answer to any of those questions is yes, then it may be time to try some petite clothes.
Although the choice for petite clothing is still relatively small compared to regular size clothes and the sizes are not all that inclusive at the moment, there are some fantastic petite brands in the UK right now.
Best Petite Brands For The Latest Trends
A relatively new petite brand on the block, we’re loving PixieGirl. All of their clothes are made for women 5’3” and under, they have the all latest trends as well as great staples and some lovely investment pieces too. It’s a great all rounder.
Best Petite Brands For Investment Pieces
We first found Seasalt Cornwall on the hunt for the best petite coats around and the only thing we were disappointed with were how quickly they sell out! We also love their petite jeans and trousers selection. Similar to Boden, Seasalt Cornwall offers quality investment pieces as well as some great staple options.
Best Petite highstreet brands
M&S has a good selection of petite jeans, trousers, leggings and joggers in sizes 6-24. The prices are mid-range and the quality is very good. M&S is great for wardrobe staples including jeans and workwear.
Best Petite Brands For Inclusive Sizes
One word - Jeans! Fat Face are a God-send for petite women who are looking for a great pair of jeans. A top quality brand, Fat Face offer a range of the latest styles as well as classic fits that come in sizes 6-22 which is one of the most inclusive size ranges available right now. Fat Face also have a great range of petite trousers available in the same size range. Outside of jeans and trousers, Fat Face haven’t yet extended their petite offering but we are here for it when they do!
Best Designer Petite Clothing
For a stunning and unique petite collection that is pure joy, Karen Millen should be on every petite woman’s go to list. Their petite range is extensive and if you’re really looking to dress to impress then this need be your only stop. It is about time petite women got a collection like this made just for them and available in petite sizes 6-16.
Best Petite Brands On a budget
Nasty Gal is all about the latest trends and statement pieces, at bargain prices. They have a small but fun petite collection and their impressive sales often mean you can get petite clothes for under £10. Nasty Gal is favoured by twenty-something petite women but still worth a look if you’re outside of that bracket, especially if you’re on the hunt for a bargain. Sizes come in 8-14.
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Disclaimer: Please note, as with all clothing, fit is personal to the individual and not everything promoted through this site will necessarily be a perfect fit for you. Please always check the size guide before making a purchase to ensure a product is right for you. If a product on our site is listed as ‘Petite’ this means that the brand or designer has created the item specifically for women who are 5’3” or under. All other products on our site have been deemed petite-friendly by Friday Petite and not the brand or designer. Petite-friendly products should fit most women who are 5’3” and under but may not be suitable for everyone. For more information please read our full terms & conditions.
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