Shop for your shape
Often excluded from the size-inclusivity conversation, there’s a welcome sway in fashion towards catering for women 5ft 3in and under…
BODEN
If colour and prints are your thing, then Boden should be your go-to petite-wear brand. With more than 100 joyful pieces in its Petite range, there’s plenty of choice for the playful dressers among us. Designed with fun and frivolity in mind.
PHASE EIGHT
Phase Eight’s Petite Collection has an elegance that suits any occasion. Polished by day, striking by night; equal parts demure and dazzling…
DUOBOOTS
Not only does DuoBoots have a range of timeless petite-height knee-length boots (handmade in Portugal), but each style also comes in eight calf widths. The average height of women in the UK is 5ft 3in, so this range is a welcome addition to the petite portfolio as autumn approaches. Invest now and wear for ever.
J.CREW If you’re looking for classic pieces with a modern twist, J.Crew is full of fun graphics, unexpected details and eye-catching colours.
LIVE UNLIMITED
Being petite doesn’t automatically mean you’re a size 6, so we’re thrilled that, on 28 August, Live Unlimited is launching a petite range up to UK size 28. The GH fashion team is loving the striking prints, relaxed silhouettes, easy-to-wear dresses and the affordable prices, too.
TIP
Push up sleeves to sit in line with your waist. The more arm you show, the longer it looks
THE SHORTLIST
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