Petite? Looking for a Midi Dress? We Scoured the Internet to Find 20 of the Best
From talking to my friends who are under 5'3", I've gathered that there's often a compromise to be made in shopping for petite-friendly clothing. Either they're forced to settle on an item that isn't quite their style, or a trip to the tailor is a post-requisite (and extra cost). At 5'6", I haven't come up against this issue, exactly. Though I have taken home pieces that don't fit me perfectly, I can only imagine the frustration of having this be a regular occurrence.
Luckily, fashion is becoming increasingly inclusive both in terms of height options and with more extensive sizing ranges. While there's still a way to go, the options have opened up for all kinds of body types, and nowadays, searching for stylish petite clothing doesn't have to be a cumbersome task. You also don't need to miss out on emerging trends and seasonal It buys because you happen to be on the shorter side.
Eni wears an ankle-length floral dress from London-based brand Cefinn.
Certain brands have really nailed the brief and put extra effort into making their clothing accessible to everyone. So I've scoured their websites to find the best petite midi dresses on offer now, suitable for whatever the foreseeable throws at you. From Reformation's love-forever classics to throw-on-and-go dresses from the nation's favourite high-street brand, you'll find a solution to your dress woes with a quick scroll through the edit below. You can thank me later.
SHOP PETITE MIDI DRESSES
Reformation's inclusivity is one of many things to love about this sustainable brand.
Take this dress from day to night with a sleek pair of strappy sandals.
I've been seeing brown slip dresses everywhere, but I think this one is my favourite.
Me+Em has included this style in its petite edit, which means it complements every height.
Like many of M&S's dresses, this everyday dress comes in three lengths.
Just add heels and a faux-fur jacket, and you're winter-wedding ready.
Many of Reiss's mainline collection dresses also come in petite lengths.
Doesn't this dress look designer?
Another winner for smarter occasions.
Kick off autumn the right way with this knit dress.
Make a statement at your next do.
Green is a key colour trend for the season ahead. Jump on board.
You can carry this dress to the seasons with a few quick styling tricks.
Next up, I'm 5'1"—Here Are All the Autumn Trends I'll Actually Wear
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
Bébhinn Campbell is an Edinburgh-based fashion and lifestyle writer and editor. She started her first blog at age 14 and went on to intern at print and digital publications in Berlin and London, including Dazed Confused and Indie magazine.
A job at a fashion startup took Bébhinn from Ireland to Scotland in 2019, where she now works as a freelance journalist and copywriter covering everything from travel and interiors to styling advice. As a contributor toBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , Bébhinn always keeps her eyes peeled for emerging trends and looks worth writing about. She prides herself on her ability to cut through the noise and identify solid investment buys, exciting new brands and fresh takes on classic design.
In her spare time, Bébhinn enjoys perusing Edinburgh’s best vintage shops, working through her out-of-control book collection and watching dog reels on Instagram.
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