As a 5’3” shopper, finding pieces that fit my petite frame always kicks my shopping skills into high gear. More often than I’d like to admit, clothing ends up overwhelming my frame or requiring some version of tailoring. But I’ve found these 19 transitional pieces that actually fit just right — and start at just $18.
This spring-to-summer season, fill your closet with pieces that actually work for your petite body instead of against it. I’ve found everything from cropped jackets that balance my proportions in the most flattering way, pants that come in petite-perfect sizes and dresses that visually elongate. Whether you need everyday layering staples or polished pieces for the office, these finds actually fit petite frames without overwhelming them.
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19 Transitional Pieces That Actually Fit My Petite Frame
Petite-Perfect Pants
1. Our Favorite: These body-flattering trousers come in petite sizing and have a no-bind waistband, which will keep you comfortable all day long.
2. “You’re Cute Jeans”: Get these bestselling jeans that have a flattering tapered fit, petite sizing and an affordable price point of just $18.
3. Tailored Trousers: Fitting a petite frame perfectly are these dressy work trousers that have an elongating high waistline.
4. Yes to Yoga Pants: Never worry about yoga pants dragging on the ground during workouts again in this flattering wide-leg pair that comes in 29-, 31- and 33- inch inseams.
5. Luxe Linen: Keep cool on warm days in these breezy linen pants that have a wide-leg design and cropped length.
Short Torso Tops
6. Our Favorite: This shopper-loved, cap-sleeve sweater adds interest to the top of the body, creating a balanced proportion.
7. Shopper Favorite: With over 2,000 bought in the last month, shoppers are loving this comfy V-neck top that visually lengthens their frame.
8. Pretty Puff Sleeve: Creating visual interest up top is this puff-sleeve blouse that doubles as a comfortable T-shirt.
9. Brunch Beauty: The perfect pick for a spring brunch, this embroidered top channels major rich mom vibes.
10. Cozy Cardigan: Avoid a baggy silhouette with this cozy cropped cardigan that’s perfect for cool spring days.
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Petite-Perfect Dresses
11. Our Favorite: Helping to define the waist while lengthening the silhouette is this bestselling sundress that’s made with a curve-flattering wrap silhouette.
12. New Go-To: For baby showers, bridal showers and everything in between, this puff-sleeve dress from Abercrombie will be your go-to for them all . . . and it even comes in petite sizes!
13. Boutique-Looking: Look like you just got done shopping at an expensive boutique in this eyelet detail mini dress that breaks up the frame.
14. Has Pockets: Sunscreen, keys, chapstick — sometimes we underestimate how nice it is to have pockets in a dress . . . especially with this stylish tiered midi version.
15. Comfort Meets Style: The perfect blend between comfort and style, this ultra flattering wrap waist dress is made of a soft and stretchy fabric that feels like loungewear.
Fit Just Right Jackets
16. Our Favorite: Garnering over 16,700 five-star ratings, it’s clear this cropped denim jacket is flattering on several body types.
17. Corduroy Cutie: From jeans to leggings, this cropped corduroy jacket brings casually-cool vibes to any look.
18. Better Blazer: This bestselling fitted blazer tailors to the body’s curves instead of drowning them out.
19. Timeless Classic: Instead of overwhelming your body with a long trench, give this classic cropped option a try.
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