Summer is the perfect time to reach for an easy, lightweight dress, and a sundress can be one of the most versatile pieces in a petite wardrobe. From casual cotton dresses and simple tank styles to floral maxis and dressier summer silhouettes, a petite sundress can take you from running errands and weekend brunches to vacations, outdoor parties, and warm-weather weddings.
For petite women, finding the right sundress isn’t only about the overall length. A regular-size summer dress may have a bodice that’s too long, straps that sit too low, a waist that falls below your natural waist, or a skirt that’s proportioned for a taller frame. Petite sundresses are designed with shorter proportions in mind, which can help the neckline, waist, straps, and hem fall in more natural places.
And there’s no single style that defines a petite sundress. You can find petite sundresses in mini, midi, and maxi lengths, along with fit-and-flare, A-line, wrap, shirt-dress, tiered, smocked, and relaxed silhouettes. Whether you prefer something simple and casual or feminine and eye-catching, there are plenty of petite summer dresses to choose from.
Stores & Brands with Petite Sundresses
- Nordstrom – Whether you’re looking for a casual or dress sundress, Nordstrom has you covered. Their petite options from brands like Halogen, Caslon, and more have tons of reviews for sizing and fit details.
- Macys – Shop petite sundresses from brands like Ralph Lauren, Connected, Style & Co, and more.
- ASOS – Pastel colors, florals, and feminine fabrics set ASOS’ petite sundresses apart from the rest.
- Anthropologie – Anthropologie carries quite a few petite sundresses, including maxi dresses, mini dresses, and more.
- Loft – Loft’s petite sundresses are perfectly proportioned for your measurements, all while still looking cute.
- Old Navy – Old Navy’s petite line of sundresses feature fun patterns like florals and stripes. With prices this good, it’s hard to buy just one.
- Amazon – Amazon has great options for summer dresses at excellent price points. Be sure to read reviews and look at the photos to gauge sizing and fit.
- J Crew – Most of us think of workwear when we think of J Crew, but they also nail the casual style, too, with their petite sun
- Express – Express is known for their party/cocktail dresses, but they also carry some great basics (like summer dresses).
- Kohl’s – Petite sundresses from Kohls are affordable and fashionable.
- boohoo – Browse through hundreds of petite size dresses and filter down by color, sleeve length, and more. These options are cute for any summer occasion.
