Just like the smell of freshly mown grass, a BBQ or a trip to the seaside, the summer film is firmly entrenched in our vision of the season. Tales of summer love played out against sun soaked backdrops fill us with nostalgia and an eager anticipation for ice cream weather. To rev up our spring/summer style inspiration, we’ve chosen 4 petite leading ladies from 4 very different summery films.

 1. Mila Kunis in ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’

Nothing says holiday vibes quite like Hawaii. Mila’s character works the beach look with taupe and khaki shades, floral accents and cute bikinis. Easy, effortless and pretty. All you need now is the tan!

Get the look:

Asos Petite, Exclusive Backless Maxi Dress, £39.00

ASOS Oversized Flower Hair Clip, £6.00

Moran Porat necklace, £72.00

2. Jennifer Grey in ‘Dirty Dancing’

No one puts Baby in the corner, and rightly so! With classic ensembles of crisp white shirts, denim cut offs and flirty sunny dresses, Baby was meant to stand out. Steal the style of this iconic character.

Get the look:

Ann Taylor Petite Short Sleeve Button Down Shirt, $59.50

NYDJ ‘Kadyn’ Fitted Ankle Jeans, $140.00

Lacoste Ziane Lace Up Plimsolls, £55.00

3. Reese Witherspoon in ‘Water for Elephants’

Caring for a 10 tonne animal and finding yourself embroiled in an intense love triangle would wreak havoc on most people’s wardrobes. Reese’s character Marlena, keeps it together in sleek separates, sophisticated headscarfs and low key accessories. This look is perfect for summer in the city.

Get the look:

Banana Republic Black Link Print Blouse, $74.50

Viyella Petite Silk Linen Pencil Skirt, £109.00

Marni, Floral Buckle Belt, £181.67

4. Vanessa Hudgens in ‘Spring Breakers’

Spring Break! Spring Break! Spring Break! Whether you’re a collegiate raver or reliving your wayward youth, elements of Candy’s style can be adopted to inject some fun into your outfits. Think neon and pastel coloured shades, coordinating denim and bikinis, high tops and baseball caps. This look is brazen, sexy and cool.

Get the look:

Petite Mint Woven Cami, £12.00

New Look, Petite Coral Waffle Texture Wrap Mini Skirt, £12.99

Nike Free TR 4, Women’s Training Shoe, £80

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Scandal is a TV series hailing from the USA that revolves around tense political drama. Loosely based on former Bush Administration Press Aide Judy Smith, it centres on the character Olivia Pope (played by Kerry Washington) and her crisis management firm. A plot this slick needs a wardrobe to match, and Scandal certainly delivers. Whether she’s in crisp shirts, beautiful tailored wool coats or impeccable suits Kerry Washington makes a statement. Since her performance in Django Unchained, Washington’s star has been very much on the ascent. Given the popularity of her most recent incarnation, Pope, we may continue to expect great things from Washington. And great style on and off the screen.

Here are our petite flattering looks to help you emulate Olivia Pope’s power dressing.

Ann Taylor, Petite Tie Neck 3/4 Sleeve Top, £55.62

Marks & Spencer, Petite Notched Geometric Jacket, £39.50

Jones New York Petite Dress, Sleeveless Sheath, £94.55

Brooks Brothers, Petite Plain-Front Caroline Fit Gabardine Dress Trousers, EUR 160.00

Gianvito Rossi, Point-toe suede pumps, £415

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 Monday inspiration (click on the image to zoom)

Red capes, structured dungarees, lace panelling and 50’s frocks that poof out like confectionary… Miroslava Duma may be petite but her sartorial choices make a big statement. This Russian Doll has taken the fashion world by storm, with each of her street style images inspiring a ripple of admiration across the cyber world.

Her style is daring yet sophisticated, always interesting and bang on trend. The former Harper’s Bazaar editor has garnered legions of fans for her quirky style choices. Duma’s website Buro 24/7 provides up to the minute news for the fashion fanatic.

And, because we can’t get enough of her fabulous wardrobe, Bomb Petite is doing a special Miroslava Duma 24/7. That’s right, you heard us. 7 collages each featuring 24 of her best looks. That adds up to a whole lot of style inspiration!

If 168 images of Dumas’s style are not enough (and let’s face it- when the clothes are this good, how could it possibly be?!) you can check out more fabulousness over at our Pinterest Board: http://www.pinterest.com/bombpetite/miroslava-duma. Expect textures, colours, fashion forward shapes and maverick pieces. Browse tonnes of effortlessly assembled outfits.

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The dress Sarah Jessica Parker wore to the New York City Ballet’s fall gala grabbed the headlines as it was designed in collaboration by Prabal Gurung and Olivier Theyskens. But did it work for her petite frame? We ask the panel…

WHITNEY POZGAY, Designer and founder of WHIT

This dress is really nice on her small frame. The proportions are balanced so that they don’t overwhelm. I also love that it is a collaboration between two amazing designers, something I actually fantasize about.

BECKY MURPHY, Designer, Illustrator and Author of I’d Rather Be Short

SJP looks stunning. The full gown and slicked back hair are the perfect look for a ballet gala. I don’t know if I’m more smitten by the neckline or choice of fabric, but she’s making that silk dress work for her! Once again, her 5’3″ self exudes confidence and elegance.

FRANKIE ORTIZ, Creative Director/Designer of The 16th Bar

I think it’s absolutely great that 2 incredible designers can come together to create one look! I think this look on Jessica could have been more striking though if it was more tailored in the bodice and a little less stiff in the skirt. She’s got a great figure and a more tailored gown with some draping would have really enhanced her petite frame. But she’s still gorgeous. And I’m still a fan of the boys.

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We love Rachel Bilson’s laid-back party style. Follow her lead, team a leather skirt or shorts with a simple white top and a structured black blazer.

GET THE LOOK: Here are our petite picks

Topshop, Petite Collarless Panel Jacket, £48

J Crew, Petite Crepe Racer Tank, £88

New Look, Petite Black Leather-Look Skater Skirt, £17.99

Marc by Marc Jacobs, East End Qu Lady Rei quilted leather clutch, £350

LK Bennett, Flora Astrakhan Effect Leather Court Shoe, £295

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Celebrity petite Victoria Beckham is the cover star of Harper’s Bazaar Singapore (September issue). The sexy feature was shot by Ellen von Unwerth, a photographer famous for erotic femininity. The cover coincides with VB foray into Asia. Earlier this year she introduced her designer line to buyers in China.

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Take lead from Nicole Richie and prepare for your summer escape with easy holiday pieces that make the most of your petite figure, like a crochet mini-dress or denim shorts that are super easy to mix ‘n’ match.

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The former editor of Harper’s Bazaar Russia and street style photographers’ favorite Miroslava Duma is the ultimate petite fashion darling. Borrow a page from Miroslava’s playbook and go for luxurious, larger-than-life pieces to complement your petite frame.

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Make the most of your petite hourglass figure with a bold pencil skirt like Salma Hayek.

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 America Ferrera makes the most of her deliciously curvy petite figure with a little black dress. Black has a slimming effect and the angular shoulder detail keep the look edgy and highlight her hourglass silhouette.

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