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5 Fall Trends and How Petite Women Can Style Them

Fall is here! That means cooler weather, pumpkin spice everything, and a wardrobe refresh for a new season. I’m a huge fan of Fall styles, bring me all the sweaters and boots! I’m 5”1’, so I am always looking for ways to rock seasonal trends while also finding pieces that compliment my petite size. Petite Friends, below I’ve included pieces that are on trend for Fall and that have a flattering fit you will love!

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Wide Leg Jeans 

Skinny jeans have slowly been fading into the background as wide leg silhouettes are starting to take over. For us petite ladies, finding an inseam that fits without tailoring is almost impossible. When looking for wide leg bottoms, look for a shorter inseam or go for a cropped style.  

Old Navy

Extra High-Waisted Wide-Leg Black Jeans for Women

$44.99

ASOS 

Monki Mozik Cotton Wide Leg Cropped Jeans 

$70 

Banana Republic 

Wide-Leg Crop Jean 

$80 

Levi’s 

Ribcage Straight Ankle Women’s Jeans 

$98 

Revolve 

Maya High-Rise Ankle Wide Leg 

$255 

Leather  

Leather is an essential piece for Fall. Whether it’s a coat or a skirt, be sure to grab one of these staples to add into your rotation. For petites, make sure to your leather jacket is fitted/structured or cropped to get the most flattering fit.  

Anthropologie 

BlankNYC Faux Leather Moto Jacket 

$98 

Francesca’s 

Callie Faux Leather Crop Jacket 

$66 

Express 

Body Contour Faux Leather Corset Cropped Top 

$54 

Lulus 

Walking the Walk Camel Vegan Leather Mini Skirt 

$36 

Jumpsuits 

Jumpsuits were so chic for summer and now can be transitioned for Fall. Add some booties and a cardigan to finish off this comfy and composed trend. For wide legged bottoms, find cropped inseams. Also, try to look for belted jumpsuits or middle cinches for a better fit.  

Mango 

Belted Cotton Jumpsuit 

$99 

Something Navy 

V-Neck Long Sleeve Jumpsuit 

$58 

Vetta 

The Cape Jumpsuit 

$168 

Revolve 

Distressed Wash Utility Jumpsuit 

$198 

Vibrant and Patterned Sweaters 

Sweaters are a staple for cooler weather. This Fall we’ll be seeing patterned and vibrant sweater styles. For petite ladies, be sure to pick smaller prints so that the design doesn’t overwhelm your smaller frame.  

Revolve 

Carlen Mock Neck Sweater 

$138 

Everlane 

The Cloud Checkered Turtleneck 

$150 

ASOS 

Vila Sweater with Floral Knit Detail 

$49 

American Eagle 

AE Floral V-Neck Cardigan 

$45 

Lulus 

Bright Eyes Neon Pink Balloon Sleeve Sweater Top 

$56 

Minimalist Chic 

Minimalist style is about classic lines and neutral tones. The structured fits and similar color palates are great for lengthening your frame. Below are some ways to incorporate this style for the Fall season. 

J.Crew 

Cashmere-wool Poncho 

$118 

Lulus 

Posh Company Ivory Pleated High-Waisted Trouser Pants 

$49 

Madewell 

Tall Waffleback Pull-on High-Rise Tapered Pants 

$78 

Express 

Color Block Nylon Belted Trench Coat 

$198