12 Stylish Outfit Ideas For Petite Girls

When you're on the petite side of things, shopping for clothes can be a bit of a battle. Sure, more and more brands are releasing petite ranges, but even when they do exist, they are nowhere near as varied as the regular ranges. If you've ever found yourself drowning in oversize outerwear pieces, looking a bit frumpy in dresses that are so big they make you look like you're wearing a tent, or laughing in desperation at the sight of yet another pair of incredibly long jeans, then you probably know what I'm talking about. But, as it turns out, dressing your petite frame doesn't have to be so complicated.

While it may not appear this way, many of the stylish women we all follow on Instagram are actually quite petite — and after taking a closer look at their feeds, I realized that they all have a few tricks up their sleeves when it comes to putting stylish ensembles together. From making sure that their waists are accentuated to staying away from too many layers, along with wearing long coats and tailored pieces, read on for 12 incredibly chic outfit ideas that you'll love recreating. Bonus: everything you'll need is probably already in your closet.