Once you master dressing for your shape, buying and choosing an outfit is made so much easier. Petite women already have to take into account how an outfit works with their height, so we want to make getting dressed a doodle.
In general, there are 5 main body silhouettes; Pear, Inverted triangle, Hourglass, Apple and Rectangle. Of course, people come in all shapes and sizes and not all women fit neatly into one category. Read our helpful descriptions, and if that sounds like your shape, we’ve got 5 petite pieces that’ll look great on you.
Andreea from Launeden
PEAR SHAPE
A pear shape’s bust and shoulders are narrower than their hips. The great news is your waist is often well-defined, which is so flattering. Emphasise your top half with V-necks, keep colours and prints on top; our short sleeved shirt and pink blouse are must haves for this shape. Nip in your waist further with our printed dress, avoiding fuller skirts. The nude petite dress is perfect for you, all the detailing is at the top, drawing the eye there.
- Avares
PETITE Deenie wrap top in fuchsia pink
£130.00Select optionsIn the colour of the season and woven from pure silk, this pink wrap top will take you from work to weekend and back again with ease. The soft draped V-neck and sheer fabric is as easy to wear as it is stylish.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
**The fabric is thin & delicate making the nature of the garment slightly sheer and see-through**
- Petriiski
PETITE Regent drape dress in fawn
£89.00Select optionsThe ultimate all-rounder, this dress does both smart and casual with aplomb. Fully lined for a comfortable and flattering finish, it features an elegant cowl neckline and draped sleeves. Just add a statement necklace and go.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
- Nancy Mac
PETITE Sable dress in green fan print crepe
£165.00Select optionsUpdate your occasion wear with this feminine dress. Woven from silk-blend viscose it features a flattering V-neck, ruched sleeves and a delicately flared hemline. Wear it with a denim jacket and white pumps in the day and add heels and a long-line evening jacket in the night.
Jessica Alejandro from Joryckyt
INVERTED TRIANGLE SHAPE
If your hips are narrower than your bust and shoulders, the shape is called an inverted triangle. Take advantage of your smaller bottom half by showing off your legs. Go for fuller skirts, in our printed or plain styles, and to balance out your petite frame, pair with our tops with see through details. Drop-shoulder dresses are your secret weapon because the seamless shoulders will create a sloping effect. Choose one with three-quarter-length sleeves so that the fabric doesn’t drown you.
- Petriiski
PETITE Oxford drape dress in khaki
£78.00Select optionsA word of advice for petite ladies who are weary of maxi dresses – ease yourself into the style with an asymmetric hemline. This draped design is woven from four-way stretch jersey for ease of movement and the khaki hue will go with everything.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
- Petriiski
PETITE white A-line mini skirt
£62.00Select optionsThink of this white, mini skirt as fashion’s blank canvas. Dress it up or down.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
Lisa Kouwenberg from llitleblonde
HOURGLASS SHAPE
You have an hourglass figure if your bust and shoulders are the same width as your hips, and your waist is defined. Show off your figure with our fitted petite dresses, they will beautifully accentuate your curves. Similarly our nipped in black jumpsuit will work wonders for your silhouette. Opt for V-neck, round, sweetheart or lower necklines. Wear our green velvet dress will with your favourite petite coat for winter.
- Petriiski
PETITE Blue Marine rose skirt
£78.00Select optionsBoticellian florals, futuristic grids and a scene-stealing, curve-hugging shape. Win, win, win.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
- Petriiski
PETITE Diamond Rose bodycon dress
£189.00Select optionsDressed down for the office or dressed up for an occasion, this pretty, slimming little number will be your best companion.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
- Nancy Mac
PETITE Sable dress in green silk velvet
£215.00£205.51Select optionsVelvet has made a comeback this season and has been seen on countless catwalks and on the backs of every stylish woman. Heavily influenced by the 1940s, this dress has a flattering V-neck, feminine ruched sleeves and comes in a refined peacock green hue. You’ll want to wear it to every party you attend.
This dress is a Final Sale item. This means that they cannot be exchanged or returned for a refund.
- Anar London
PETITE Zena dress in black
£275.00Select optionsAn everyday wardrobe staple, this black stretchy dress with PU piping is utterly wearable and completely flattering.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
Model is 5’2 / 158 cm and wearing size M.
Amy from Coffee Beans & Bobby Pins
APPLE SHAPE
You have a rounder body shape with similar bust, waist and hip measurements. Tailored blazers are your friend; make sure they’re made especially for petites, like this Relax Baby Be Cool blazer, or our cream number. You can rock an all over print like this striped dress is very on trend for A/W 17. Empire line dresses are perfect for your shape like our petite drape dress in dark blue.
- Bomb Petite
PETITE Drape Dress in Royal Blue
£159.00Select optionsWith its gentle v-shaped neckline, half-sleeves and subtle draped detail, this dress is universally flattering. Wear it to work or for a polished look on weekends.
- Bomb Petite
PETITE Drape Dress in Dark Blue
£159.00Select optionsEvery wardrobe needs a chic dress that goes with everything. Let this flattering style, with its subtle v-neck, half sleeves and draped detail, become one of your staples.
- Charlotte London
PETITE Royal jacket in cream
£249.99Select optionsThe Royal jacket in cream is a true wardrobe gem. The notched lapels and structured fit keep things effortlessly chic, while the iridescent shimmer threaded with purple and rose gold glitter give it a unique finish.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
Model is 5’2 / 158 cm and wearing size XS (see below for size chart)
Jacey Duprie from Damsel in Dior
RECTANGLE SHAPE
You can get away with higher necklines, prints and boyish styles better than any other shape. The rectangle body shape is straight up and down, with little waist definition. Our printed shirts are sure to suit, on larger busts these prints can appear stretched, but you can pull these off no problem. Some petite clothing doesn’t cater as well for the rectangle shape, but we’ve got you covered.
- Petriiski
PETITE Blue Marine rose top
£84.00Select optionsCrafted in the style of period-drama basque corsets, this top has just as much romance and femininity – and decidedly more give.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
- Charlotte London
PETITE Waterfall jacket in black
£249.99Select optionsThe perfect transitional jacket for that awkward bit in-between seasons, this top-selling piece is likely to be the hardest working item in your wardrobe. Made from tweed in classic black, it’s woven with hints of gold for a shimmery finish. The waterfall opening is perennially flattering and draws the eye down for a lengthening effect. It’s modern, it’s versatile, what’s not to love?
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
Model is 5’2 / 158 cm and wearing size XS (see below for size chart)
- Relax Baby Be Cool
PETITE Short sleeve dress in Alasalasan Print
£143.00£114.00Select optionsThis feminine dress is ultra-flattering with a cinched-in waist and fabulously flowy skirt. It’s been made extra special by adding yellow leather trims that complement the graphic print.
This item has been exclusively designed in petite sizes for Bomb Petite.
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