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Finding Clothing To Flatter for Petite Ladies

Being petite is great. You don’t need to duck you head when you go through doorways, in fact you never need to duck your head for anything and you never have to worry about booking a seat with extra leg room on the aeroplane. But being petite also has its challenges which include buying ladies clothes to fit and suit you, not looking like a child and avoiding armpits whilst stood on the underground.

Today we are going to talk about how to find ladies clothes to fit and suit you (the other issues, I’m afraid you will have to work out for yourself). Petite is the description given to ladies who are 5ft 2 and under, most people don’t actually realise that the term petite includes all ladies of this height including plus sized. Being plus sized actually exaggerates the issues that most petite ladies experience in that it is difficult to keep the overall look in proportion. But it is possible to do by choosing your clothes carefully.

The fit of your clothes is very important. As a petite, baggy clothes that do not fit you properly will tend to drown you and make you look shorter, Well fitting clothes will be much more flattering. Whilst there are some clothes shops that specialise petite clothing, the choice can be a little limited. It is possible to find great clothes to fit and suit petites in most stores and online retailers as you know what you are looking for. Here are some tips for finding clothes to flatter if you are petite.

One Colour

This is an age old style rule for petites but it really does work. Wearing one colour lengthens the body particularly if that colour is black. A different colour top and trousers will create a horizontal?line across the middle which will make you look shorter.?If you want to take this rule to the extreme which includes wearing black trousers and top?or black dress with tights and shoes you will get maximum effect. Of course you can still add colour with accessories.?

Vertical Stripes

The vertical stripes rule is really simple. Any vertical or diagonal stripes will create an optical illusion which lengthens the body.

Tailored

Fitted clothes work best for petites and the most flattering form of fitted clothes is tailored pieces.They match the line of the body so don’t add bulk but skim over lumps and bumps giving a streamlined silhouette.

Small scale patterns

As a petite you can wear patterns but generally the rule is the smaller the better. Large scale prints just make you look smaller.Polka dots, narrow stripes, ditsy florals and small scale abstract prints all work really well.

Heels

If you are short high heels will make you look smaller but too high and you will look out of proportion. Mid height heels and wedges will look especially good.

Cropped cardigans and jackets

Cropped cardigans and jackets fit so well with petite proportions, they will even make you look a little taller.

The sleeveless round neck black pleat shift dress?and the orange ruffle detail short v neck? cardigan?(pictured above)?are a really flattering choice for a petite lady.

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March 2, 2011Permalink

Petite Clothing

If you are a petite woman it can sometimes be extremely difficult to purchase clothing that suits your frame, shape and height. So many stores accommodate for ‘leggy’ people. If you are 5’10 or above you will obviously not have a problem at all but for some sorter folk there is a huge issue. When falling in love with a pair of trouser you don’t want to be having to turn them up before you can wear them. Furthermore you cannot get a true indication of the fit and style of the product when they are so long! For some petite people who also have a tiny frame there is the option of children’s or teenagers clothing but that isn’t what you would choose. You would not find something classic and sophisticated by shopping in the children’s section.

Over the last couple of years companies have started to take notice of this dilemma and have introduced purely petite shops dedicated to small woman. Not only will the clothing accommodate your shape and be designed to flatter a small person but you will not have to turn up the trousers or sleeves!

Although petite clothing ranges seem to be more expensive than other clothing it’s worth the extra money for the fit of the clothing. The material tends to be of better quality as well.

By looking for voucher codes and cash back options online you will save money on your petite clothing. This will help as it can be quite expensive to buy petite clothing. I would advise signing up to email campaigns this will enable you to know as soon as there is a sale meaning you can save further money. I would also recommend purchasing all your clothes from one site as often companies will give free delivery on orders over a certain amount.

Joan Smith purchases her clothing from Precis Petite

January 22, 2011Permalink

Searching For the Perfect Petite Women’s Clothing

Are you looking for petite women’s clothing because you have an occasion to attend? Is it a wedding or prom? Or is it a special event that requires a special dress but your being petite hinders you to land that “perfect” dress. If your height is only 5’4″ or below 162cm, finding perfect clothing should never be a problem because there are petite women’s clothing made especially for women of your height!

As the special occasion draws near, one obstacle you have to overcome is to find the ultimate petite women clothing that is suited for the occasion. There are times that the dresses we see in the fashion magazines or at the fashion shows aren’t suited for us. They look so sophisticated because of the person modeling them and we often think that this would not be the same if a petite woman is the one modeling those clothes. No need to feel bad about your height or yourself because there are clothing items that would certainly look good on you and you can find them at petite clothing stores.

People these days only know that petite women have a smaller body frame and are 5’4″ or below; however, what they do not know is that each person has a unique body shape. All of us are different in some kind of way. We have our own shape and distinct style. Thus, finding your exact body shape is not a walk in the park no matter what your size. Actually, there are five different body shapes suited for different types of dresses and petite suits.

The first kind is what we call the Rectangle type which usually has hips that are close to the width of the shoulders, with a small bust and usually no pronounced waistline. This kind of dress emphasizes your waist which creates an optical illusion that would drive the attention to the hips and the shoulders instead of the height of the person wearing it. The next is the diamond body shape. For this shape, the measurement of the waist is more than the shoulders. This kind of dresses usually drapes to the side and are not too wide or too fitted. The third is the Pear shape that displays a wider shoulder and bust. The body shape with shoulders much wider than the hips is called the Triangle shape. Last but not the least is the Hourglass. This shape displays equal size of shoulders and hips and this tends to have a well-defined waist. All these petite body shapes should be matched with the perfect style of clothing so as not to focus more attention on the height.

There are multiple ways and options that are available for petite women. Know your body shape and start your search from there. You can search the Internet or fashion magazines for great styles. Your height and body frame should not stop you from projecting your fashion style and uniqueness because there are petite women’s clothing items that will surely look good on you!

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January 22, 2011Permalink

It Just Fits – Petite Clothing

For many petite women, finding clothes to fit can be a hassle, so if you fall into the ‘petite’ category of woman, how do you find the clothes to best fit you?

Step one: don’t panic. Millions of British women fall into the petite clothing sphere, which is good news – it means that thousands of shops and companies cater for the petite woman’s needs.

Step two: enjoy cheaper shoes. In today’s prematurely mature society, kids are growing up fast – which means fashion trends need to keep up with them. And that means that children’s shoes can have great designs while costing less than adult shoes. It’s often the case that petite women have smaller feet – so you can grab yourself a bargain without anybody being any the wiser.

Shopping for petite clothing is exactly the same as shopping for ‘normal’ clothing. It’s largely trial and error, and that fantastic blouse that looked great on the rail just might not cut it for you. The number one rule to avoid returning items is the simple undertaking of trying things on. If you try it on before purchasing it, you’ll know how it looks beforehand and it’ll save any nasty surprises once you get home in front of your own mirror.

Just because clothes are designed for petite women doesn’t mean everything will suit your figure. Like all clothing ranges, every brand, style and company uses different patterns and measurements for their clothes. This means that a size 12 in one shop could be a size 10 in another. It could also mean that a size 10 in the same shop could be a 14 in the same shop, but from a different brand.

The only way you’re going to know is to try it on.

However, many women enjoy the process – and even if you don’t, it’s probably the case if you find a brand/company whose clothing fits and suits you, you’ll be able to comfortably buy new clothes from them in future without worrying that the sizing has changed. That said, it is advisable to take a few minutes now to save wasted time down the line if you really aren’t keen on your purchases.

You can get every type of clothing in the petite women’s range, from underwear through trousers to maternity wear. Britain isn’t an immensely tall country; ‘petite’ typically applies to women of 5’3″ or less. To put that into perspective, the average height of British women, according to the Guardian is just under 5’4″ – so you really don’t have to miss the mark by much to fall into the petite category.

Fashion is absolutely not held back for petite clothing fans and in most shops on the high street you’ll walk into find whole sections dedicated to petite clothing [http://www.principles.co.uk/fcp/content/PetiteHome/magazine]; you can also shop online through worlds of different options. A petite size shouldn’t be an issue – particularly in a country where the average height is just an inch above it.

So go forth and shop, embrace your size – and don’t forget to try things on!

Paul McIndoe writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.

January 14, 2011Permalink

Plus Size Petite Clothing

The market for plus size petite women has been a hazy one at best in the past. Short plus size women want the same styles and patterns which their taller counterparts want without a lot of alterations. For a long time this market was not available to the plus size petite woman.

Times have changed. The retailers have listened and department stores now offer a section in their stores which cater to the diminutive woman. There are very few stores which offer petite sizes only, but there are some sources if you do an internet search. A short drive to another city might be in order if you prefer to try on the clothing which you purchase.

On the positive side, the major department stores which offer online shopping have listened to the market trends. They now offer loads of plus size petite clothing in every style and in every genre. You can have dresses, skirts, jeans, underwear and sleepwear sent to your house within a few days. There are many online clothing retailers. Just type in ‘plus size petite’ and the computer screen comes alive with sources.

The rules for a good fit remain true for the petite. Focus on your good points and draw the eye to your face and hair style. Choose colors which make your eyes sparkle and your skin tone glow. Do not draw attention to the skin which overflows from a poor fitting top or bottom. Jeans only flatter those who pick the proper size and leg style. Plus size petite women would suit a flared leg in either dress slacks or a jean.

Similarly bright colored tops draw attention to the face if they are in your color pallet, and if the top does not fit too skin tight. Loose tunic styles or kimono blouses would be flattering as they cover up the abdomen area. Go crazy with tops which are flattering to your upper half and draw the eye upwards. Jeans, skirts and slacks should be the best fit you can find and if you find a brand which fits you perfectly, shop there often and choose the same brand. Buy several of the same outfit in different colors. Have fun shopping for the plus size petite.

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January 13, 2011Permalink