Finding dresses for petite women can be a challenge. The hem is always far too long, the cut looks boxy on smaller frames and the sleeves or armholes always are ill-fitting. Luckily there are a variety of retailers that carry petite size dresses that are created to fit fellow small and short women. Whether you’re looking for petite dresses for work, a formal occasion, or just a casual dress, we have a large selection for you. Browse below for the best petite dresses.
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Stores & Brands with Petite Dresses
LOFT – Loft is a go-to for petite dresses for work, but they also carry casual dresses and cocktail dresses, too!
Macy’s – Macy’s carries petite dresses for every occasion, ranging from bridesmaid/wedding guest dresses to wear-to-work dresses. Sort by price, dress occasion, brand, and more to find just what you need.
ASOS – ASOS has something for every woman — dresses for formal events, a night out, and casual sundresses. Filter down by style (A-line, Bardot, bodycon) and color to find your perfect dress.
Ann Taylor – Shop at Ann Taylor for a nice selection of quality dresses including wrap dresses, sweater dresses, maxi dresses, sheath dresses, and more.
Anthropologie – Trendy patterns and boho styles are what sets Anthropologie’s petite dresses apart from the rest.
Nordstrom – Browse through dresses and filter by length, material, occasion, price, and more. Popular styles include drop waist, evening gowns, shirtdresses, and more — all from Nordstrom’s in-house brands and popular brands like Topshop and Eliza J.
Express – Express’ petite line of dresses are great for fun nights out, social gatherings, and cocktail parties. They’re all at great price points too!
Old Navy – Old Navy knocks it out of the park when it comes to affordable, casual dresses for every season.
Kohls – Kohl’s carries petite dresses for parties, casual events, and work, all in sixes from XS to XXL.
Talbots – Talbots is your go-to for simple and classic shift dresses and dresses for work.
Dillards – Dillards has a large selection of mother of the bride dresses, formal gowns, and sheath dresses for petites.
J Crew – Most of J Crew’s dress styles come in petite lengths for a better fit.
boohoo – boohoo’s dresses are super affordable and great for the beach and nights out.
Banana Republic – Banana Republic is many petite women’s go-to for workwear, and their dress selection is no different. Their selections change throughout the seasons, from sweater dresses in winter to maxi dresses in summer.
Amazon – Amazon carries petite-friendly brands like Calvin Klein, Alex Evenings, Star Vixen, and more.
Bloomingdales – Looking for designer brand petite dresses? Bloomingdales carries brands like Theory, Milly, and more — all in petite sizes.
Zappos – Zappos carries petite styles from retailers like Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, M.M. LaFleur, and more.
Madewell – Madewell petite dresses are flattering for all ages and body shapes.
Boden – Boden’s line of petite dresses are specially designed for women under 5ft 4in.
