Petite clothing is simply clothing proportioned for women 5'4'' (162 cm) and under. Petite clothing has reduced i.e. sleeve and torso length compared to regular sized clothing. Because of this, petite clothing will fit smaller frames better than regular sized clothing. How much petite clothing is reduced in size can vary slightly between brands and models. But you will find a general "petite size vs. regular size" overview below.
Petite Clothing Size
Petite clothing is simply clothing proportioned for women 5'4'' (162 cm) and under. Petite clothing has reduced i.e. sleeve and torso length compared to regular sized clothing. Because of this, petite clothing will fit smaller frames better than regular sized clothing. How much petite clothing is reduced in size can vary slightly between brands and models. But you will find a general "petite size vs. regular size" overview below.
Petite Size vs. Regular size
| Petite short dress |
| Shortened by approx. 1.2'' (3 cm) |
| Petite long dress |
| Shortened by approx. 2'' (5 cm) |
| Petite full sleeve (sleeve) |
| Sleeve length shortened by approx. 0.8'' (2 cm) |
| Petite half/short sleeve (sleeve) |
| Sleeve length shortened by approx. 0.2'' (0.5 cm) |
| Petite short coat/top (torso length) |
| Torso length shortened by approx. 1.2'' (3 cm) |
| Petite long coat (torso length) |
| Torso length (garnment length) shortened by approx. 2'' (5 cm) |
| Petite short skirt |
| Skirt length shortened by approx. 0.8'' (2 cm) |
| Petite long skirt |
| Skirt length shortened by approx. 1.2'' (3 cm) |
| Petite trouser rise |
| Trouser rise approx. 0.4'' (1 cm) lower. |
| Petite trouser/jeans inseam |
| Inseam length shortened by approx. 1''-1.4'' (2.5-3.5 cm) This means petite trousers/jeans usually have a inseam of 29''-30'' (74-76 cm). These numbers may vary with jeans models and brands. |
Petite Clothing Size Chart
US Petite Size Chart
UK Petite Size Chart