Contrary to popular belief, petite doesn’t always mean short and slim. ‘Petite’ is a tricky category, because it spans all body types: you can be petite with long legs, or be short all over, or have a big bust, or have curvy hips. Petite women come in all shapes and sizes and the style tips in our guide consider height AND shape. While there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to getting dressed in the morning, these suggestions are designed to celebrate your shape and help you accentuate your best features.
BODY SHAPE A (PEAR)
Your body definition
Your narrow shoulders and defined waist are a point of envy for other woman and your curvy hips give you a feminine silhouette.
Your style goals
You should be aiming to elongate and balance your figure by accentuating your upper body.
BODY SHAPE X (HOURGLASS)
Your body definition
Your defined hourglass waist and proportioned shoulders and hips mean you’ve got a feminine shape that’s easy to dress.
Your style goals
Highlight your curves instead of hiding them by emphasising your waist.
BODY SHAPE O (APPLE)
Your body definition
Your arms and legs tend to be longer and leaner than the other body shapes (even when you’re petite!).
Your style goals
Try to minimise your midsection by highlighting your shoulders and legs.
BODY SHAPE V (INVERTED TRIANGLE)
Your body definition
You’ve got narrow hips and slim legs so you can get away with almost anything on your bottom half. V shapes also tend to have quite a big bust.
Your style goals
Draw attention away from your broad shoulders and draw attention to your slim lower body.
BODY SHAPE H (RECTANGLE)
Your body definition
You’re one of those rare body shapes whose hips and shoulders are in proportion. Lucky you. Your small bust and generally slim frame is the perfect canvas for trying out trends.
Your style goals
Your clothes should highlight the thinnest part of your waist, creating curves and showing off your proportioned hips and shoulders.
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