Madewell’s Petite Section Packs Pieces With Sky-High Style — and Here Are Our Picks
Shopping while short can be a challenge, especially when pants are involved. There are most likely cuffs (or heels) involved so there's no tripping . . . or trip to a tailor. Now, luckily, there are already plenty of petite-length jeans at Madewell, but did you know there are also petite jackets, dresses, and other items, too?
If you've ever seen what's sold as a midi dress look more like a maxi, or an allegedly cropped jacket that was suddenly regular-length, keep reading 'cause this list is for you. Of all the Madewell pieces meant for shorter frames, we especially love these 20 that still have sky-high style. Check them out ahead.
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Madewell Petite Cattail Tiered Dress
This colorful Madewell Petite Cattail Tiered Dress ($128) would look so cute with wedges and playful jewelry.
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Madewell Petite Straight-Leg Overalls in Tile White
Pair the Madewell Petite Straight-Leg Overalls in Tile White ($148) with a crop top and just a hint of skin showing.
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Madewell The Petite Perfect Vintage Jean in Coffey Wash: Worn-In Edition
Madewell The Petite Perfect Vintage Jean in Coffey Wash: Worn-In Edition ($135) are a stylish take on mom jeans with an already worn-in look and feel — or opt for the similar Madewell Women's Petite Perfect Vintage Jean in Ainsworth Wash ($128) with a raw hem instead.
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Madewell Petite Linen-Blend Alexandra Button-Front Mini Dress
You know you'll get a mini dress that's actually short with this Madewell Petite Linen-Blend Alexandra Button-Front Mini Dress ($88), but do you know what color you'd like best (between black, tan, and lavender)?
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Madewell Petite Drapey Pleated Wide-Leg Pants
Of all the things that are hard to shop for as a short girl, pants can be the worst. These Madewell Petite Drapey Pleated Wide-Leg Pants ($85) are perfect for a slouchy look that won't trip you up.
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Madewell Petite Classic Straight Jeans in Lunar Wash
These top-rated Madewell Petite Classic Straight Jeans in Lunar Wash ($128) are fitted up top but still have a classic straight leg on the bottom.
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Madewell Petite Washed Leather Motorcycle Jacket
The best thing about this Madewell Petite Washed Leather Motorcycle Jacket ($498) is that it's already buttery and broken in, but second (and third) best are sleeves won't be foolishly long on shorter arms and a bottom that hits at just the right spot below your waist.
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Madewell Petite Linen-Blend Lucie Smocked Midi Dress
Midi dresses can be a frustrating fit for petites, as they sometimes end up as maxis instead. This Madewell Petite Linen-Blend Lucie Smocked Midi Dress ($118) is just the right length for you — and in an ideal breezy fabric for summer.
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Madewell Petite Curvy High-Rise Skinny Jeans in Pure White
For white jeans that fit in the waist and thighs (and aren't sheer), choose these Madewell Petite Curvy High-Rise Skinny Jeans in Pure White ($128).
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Madewell Petite Puff-Sleeve Ruffle-Hem Mini Dress
This Madewell Petite Puff-Sleeve Ruffle-Hem Mini Dress ($70, originally $128) is a great pick for a chilly spring — or even summer — night, as it's made of a breezy fabric with sheer sleeves.
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Madewell Petite Balloon Jeans in Hewes Wash
Get denim that's both vintage-looking and properly cropped for you with a pair of these Madewell Petite Balloon Jeans in Hewes Wash ($128).
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Madewell Petite Dispatch Jacket
It's super that this multiseason, canvas-duck-cloth Madewell Petite Dispatch Jacket ($118) comes in a shorter length because now that drawstring waist can be tightened up just right as needed.
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Madewell Petite Cali Demi-Boot Jeans in Larkspur Wash: Tencel Denim Edition
Have that flare hit in just the right spot with these soft-to-the-touch Madewell Petite Cali Demi-Boot Jeans in Larkspur Wash: Tencel Denim Edition ($90, originally $135).
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Madewell Petite Oversized Midi Shirtdress in Stripe
Your new favorite housedress is here in this Madewell Petite Oversized Midi Shirtdress in Stripe ($108). It's just the right length and just the right item to slip on over whatever you were actually wearing before an impromptu virtual meeting.
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Madewell Petite Embroidered Eyelet Button-Front Tiered Mini Dress
We love the delicate floral eyelet on this Madewell Petite Embroidered Eyelet Button-Front Tiered Mini Dress ($128) dressed up with sandals and dressed down with your favorite sneakers instead.
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Madewell Petite 9" Mid-Rise Roadtripper Supersoft Jeans in Ashmont Wash
Since they're super lightweight, these washed black Madewell Petite 9" Mid-Rise Roadtripper Supersoft Jeans in Ashmont Wash ($75) are the denim you'll want to grab when you really just want to be wearing leggings (and they come in curvy, too).
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Madewell Petite Embroidered-Sleeve Popover Midi Dress
We'd wear this Madewell Petite Embroidered-Sleeve Popover Midi Dress ($138) while lounging inside, but it's a nice casual pick — with pockets! — for errands as well.
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Madewell Petite 10" High-Rise Skinny Jeans in Hayes Wash
These super-dark indigo Madewell Petite 10" High-Rise Skinny Jeans in Hayes Wash ($128) have just the right amount of stretch.
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Madewell The Petite Jean Jacket in Pinter Wash
If you always love a denim coat, this Madewell The Petite Jean Jacket in Pinter Wash ($118) will last for years and years to come.
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Madewell Petite Curvy Cali Demi-Boot Jeans in Larkspur Wash: Tencel Denim Edition
These cropped, flared Madewell Petite Curvy Cali Demi-Boot Jeans in Larkspur Wash: Tencel Denim Edition ($128) offer a longer rise and extra room at the hips to better fit hourglass figures.