Petite Dresses

Shop petite dresses specifically proportioned and scaled for women 5’4″ and under.  Petite dresses focus on height and body structure, not weight, and will feature structural details that have been repositioned for petite frames – they are not simply shortened at the hem.  Torso length, arm holes, and waistline placement are shifted to match a shorter vertical span, and hem length is reduced to hit at the intended spot for maxi, midi, and short lengths.

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Green Sleeveless Sequin A Line Ombre Gown
Petite Green Sleeveless Sequin A Line Ombre Gown
$698.00
Mac Duggal Petite Long Sleeve Pleated High Neck Gown with Slit
Mac Duggal Petite Long Sleeve Pleated High Neck Gown with Slit
$498.00
Petite Pink Pleated One Shoulder Ruffle Gown
Pink Pleated One Shoulder Ruffle Gown
$458.00
Dalzine Long Sleeve Mini Dress Black Petite
59% OFF
Dalzine Long Sleeve Mini Dress Black Petite
Original price was: $69.00.Current price is: $28.00.
Black Tulle Off The Shoulder Pearl Embellished Cocktail Dress
Petite Black Pearl Embellished Off The Shoulder A Line Dress
$398.00
Hobbs London Petite Bea Dress
20% OFF
Hobbs London Petite Bea Dress
Original price was: $325.00.Current price is: $260.00.
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe Glenaly Bis Print Dress
40% OFF
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe Glenaly Bis Print Dress
Original price was: $795.00.Current price is: $477.00.
Blue Floral Embellished Cap Sleeve Gown
Blue Floral Embellished Cap Sleeve Gown
$698.00
Petite Pink Floral Embroidered High Neck Midi Dress
Petite Pink Embellished High Neck Sleeveless Midi Dress
$598.00
Beige Embroidered Peplum Top With Chiffon Skirt Gown
Petite Beige Embroidered Peplum Top With Chiffon Skirt Gown
$798.00
Green Cowl Back Boat Neck Sequined Evening Gown
Petite Green Cowl Back Boat Neck Sequined Evening Gown
$398.00
Gold Metallic Pleated V-Neck Jumpsuit
Petite Gold Metallic Pleated V-Neck Jumpsuit
$498.00
Hobbs London Petite Loretta Shirt Dress
31% OFF
Hobbs London Petite Loretta Shirt Dress
Original price was: $290.00.Current price is: $200.00.
Mac Duggal Petite Floral Embellished Cap Sleeve Midi Dress
Mac Duggal Petite Floral Embellished Cap Sleeve Midi Dress
$598.00
Mac Duggal Petite Sequined Sleeveless Draped Cowl Back Gown
Mac Duggal Petite Sequined Sleeveless Draped Cowl Back Gown
$398.00
Pink Flutter Sleeve Floral Embroidered Net Gown
Mac Duggal Petite Flutter Sleeve Floral Embroidered Net Gown
$598.00
Green Embellished High Neck Long Sleeve A Line Gown
Petite Green A Line Gown with High Neckline
$298.00
Pink Cap Sleeve Sheath Midi Dress With Floral Beading
Petite Pink Cap Sleeve Sheath Midi Dress With Floral Beading
$498.00
Beige Long Sleeve Chiffon Embellished Gown
Mac Duggal Petite Long Sleeve Chiffon Embellished Gown
$998.00
Hobbs London Petites Angelica Floral Keyhole Neck Midi Dress
31% OFF
Hobbs London Petites Angelica Floral Keyhole Neck Midi Dress
Original price was: $425.00.Current price is: $295.00.
Petite Black One Shoulder Brocade Floral Gown With Bow
Petite Black One Shoulder Brocade Floral Gown With Bow
$698.00
Mac Duggal Petite Crepe One Shoulder Mermaid Midi Dress with Flower
Mac Duggal Petite Crepe One Shoulder Mermaid Midi Dress with Flower
$598.00
Gold Metallic Pleated V-Neck Jumpsuit
Gold Metallic Pleated V-Neck Jumpsuit
$498.00
Petite Black Long Sleeve Satin Structured Bow Draped Column Gown
Petite Black Long Sleeve Satin Structured Bow Draped Column Gown
$398.00
Mac Duggal Petite Short Sleeve Embellished Boucle Midi Dress
Mac Duggal Petite Short Sleeve Embellished Boucle Midi Dress
$498.00
Blue Sleeveless Open Back Satin Gown
Petite Blue Sleeveless Open Back Satin Gown
$398.00
Hobbs London Petites Apolline Shirtdress
40% OFF
Hobbs London Petites Apolline Shirtdress
Original price was: $400.00.Current price is: $240.00.
Petite Pink Flutter Sleeve Floral Embroidered Net Gown
Petite Pink A Line Gown with High Neckline
$298.00
Almond Embellished Cape Sleeve Gown
Almond Embellished Cape Sleeve Gown
$2,998.00
Mac Duggal Petite Embellished Mesh A-Line Evening Gown
Mac Duggal Petite Embellished Mesh A-Line Evening Gown
$1,798.00
Black Sleeveless V Neck Bow Detail Mermaid Gown
Petite Black Sleeveless V Neck Bow Detail Mermaid Gown
$298.00
Syrefena Halter Mini Dress Multi Petite
Syrefena Halter Mini Dress Multi Petite
$75.00
Ming Wang Petite Floral Jacquard Soft Knit Midi Dress
Ming Wang Petite Floral Jacquard Soft Knit Midi Dress
$295.00
Bella Luna Ruched Mini Dress Black Petite
Bella Luna Ruched Mini Dress Black Petite
$59.00
Blue High Neck Ruffle Tiered A-Line Midi Dress
Petite Blue High Neck Ruffle Tiered A-Line Midi Dress
$698.00
Mac Duggal Petite Beige Boucle Short Sleeve A Line Midi Dress
Petite Beige Boucle Short Sleeve A Line Midi Dress
$398.00
Hobbs London Petites Quin Contrast Pleated Midi Dress
Hobbs London Petites Quin Contrast Pleated Midi Dress
$480.00
Petite Navy Pleated Chiffon Sleeveless V-Neck Gown
Petite Navy Pleated Chiffon Sleeveless V-Neck Gown
$298.00
Navy Floral Brocade A-Line Gown With Pockets
Petite Navy Floral Brocade A-Line Gown With Pockets
$598.00
Brown Metallic Jersey Cowl Back Column Gown
Petite Brown Metallic Jersey Cowl Back Column Gown
$338.00
Pink Scoop Neck Sleeveless Micro Ruffle Midi Dress
Petite Pink Scoop Neck Sleeveless Micro Ruffle Midi Dress
$598.00
Petite Purple Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Midi Dress
Petite Purple Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Midi Dress
$398.00
Dark Pink Pleated Charmeuse Strapless Tiered Ruffle Gown
Petite Pink Pleated Charmeuse Strapless Tiered Ruffle Gown
$458.00
Mac Duggal Petite Crepe 3/4 Sleeve A-line Gown With Flower Trim
Petite Pink A Line Gown with High Neckline
$298.00
Mac Duggal Petite Draped Pearl Beaded Embroidered Column Gown
Mac Duggal Petite Draped Pearl Beaded Embroidered Column Gown
$1,798.00
Petite Green Strapless Crepe Dress With 3D Flower Detail
Green Strapless Crepe Dress With 3D Flower Detail
$598.00
Petite Light Pink Floral Brocade Bow Strap Midi Dress
Petite Pink Sleeveless Brocade A Line Midi Dress
$498.00
Pink High Neck Embellished Lace Gown with 3/4 Sleeves
Petite Pink A Line Gown with High Neckline
$298.00

Petite Shopping Tips

Find Your Perfect Dress

A few quick tips to help you choose petite dresses that fit, flatter, and make you feel amazing.

Petite dress length guide showing mini, midi, and maxi dress lengths on a petite woman
1

Choose the Right Length

Petite dresses often look best at mini or midi lengths that hit above or just below the knee.  These lengths help elongate your legs and create a balanced silhouette.

Woman wearing a petite pink wrap dress with a flattering V-neckline
2

Look for Flattering Necklines

V-necks, scoop necks, square necks, and sweetheart necklines create a longer, leaner look and draw the eye upward – perfect for petite frames.  Avoid high necklines that can make you look shorter.

Petite floral dress with an adjustable tie waist for a defined, proportioned fit
3

Consider the Waist Fit

Defined waits, wrap styles, and fit-and-flare silhouettes help create shape and proportion.  Look for styles with adjustable ties, belts, or smocking to get the perfect fit.

Pink floral petite dress with vertical buttons, V-neckline, and defined waist
4

Choose Vertical Details

Buttons, seams, pleats and vertical prints create a lengthening effect, helping you look taller and leaner.  These details add style while flattering a petite frame.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are petite dresses?

Petite dresses are designed specifically for women with shorter proportions, typically 5’4″ and under. They often feature adjusted waistlines, shorter bodices, appropriately placed details and proportional hemlines to provide a more flattering fit than standard-size dresses.

Many styles can flatter petite women, including wrap, A-line, fit-and-flare, sheath and streamlined dresses. The most important factor is proportion—a dress that fits correctly through the shoulders, waist and length can help create a balanced, elongated silhouette.

Absolutely! Petite women can look beautiful in both midi and maxi dresses. Look for styles specifically designed for petite proportions so the hemline, waist and other design details fall in the right places. More streamlined silhouettes and defined waistlines can also help create a longer-looking frame.

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