Celebrities Under 5'4" Love These Petite-Friendly Trends
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The petite trend: Matching sets
Richie has always proved that she’s a fan of prints, so this bold pairing feels right at home for her. The peek of midriff also helps to break up the pattern a bit so it doesn’t overwhelm her frame.
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The petite trend: Kitten heels
Just because you fall under 5’5” doesn’t mean you need shoes that carry you to the 6’ mark. Opt for a tiny lift à la Kravitz.
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The petite trend: Belted jumpsuit
One-piece looks can be tricky for shorter people (Where does my torso end? Where do my hips begin?), but this cinched style perfects the fit and defines your proportions.
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The petite trend: Maxi skirts
The Olsen sisters are notoriously petite ladies who love a lot of fabric. It might be tricky to find a maxi style off the rack that doesn’t drag on the floor, but it’s worth a call to a tailor to make a couple of small adjustments and achieve this sleek, minimalist aesthetic.
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The petite trend: Naked shoes
Kaling, who falls right on the cusp of petite at 5’4”, knows the naked shoe trick for ladies who like to look taller: Find a style that complements your skin tone (the options below offer multiple varieties depending on your personal shade of “naked”) and you’ll instantly look statuesque. This works for heels or flats, but it’s ideal if the toe shape is somewhat pointed.
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The petite trend: Structured jackets
If you’re petite and want a silhouette with a bit of command, look for tailored pieces with a strong shoulder. Shahidi’s outfit above makes her look like the total boss that she is.
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The petite trend: High slits
If you don’t want to fully commit to a long hemline, we love this Lovato-approved trend that gets the best of both worlds: a longer length and a little leg.
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The petite trend: Skinny, cropped jeans
It’s a classic and for good reason. Roberts’s cropped skinnies offer a denim shape that doesn’t overpower her size and cuts off right at the ankle so that it can accommodate flats or heels without shortening the appearance of her legs.
