“I wish I had invented blue jeans. They have expression, modesty, sex appeal, simplicity…All I hope for in my clothes.” – Yves Saint Laurent
Of all the closet essentials a woman needs, a pair of blue denim jeans that are flattering and fit perfectly are at the top of the list. A perfect pair of jeans are always going to be worth the hunt and worth the money. We all know how a beloved pair of jeans are a go-to and a no-brainer in practically everyone’s closet. But petite women know the struggle, not every store is going to have jeans that fit our short height and frame unfortunately.
But look no further because here is a compiled list of stylish and reputable brands that are petite-friendly. Your dream pair of jeans just got one step closer.
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Levi’s
- Sizing: W23 – 34 and L26 – 34
- Pricing: $35 – $495
- Stretch: stretch or non-stretch
Of course we had to start off the list with none other than Levi’s. A classic brand that has specialized in denim for decades. While they don’t have your standard petite and tall sections, you select the size of the length and waist individually for a custom perfect fit. Dare I say, everyone needs a pair of Levi’s. You might want to consider one of their best selling pairs; the Wedgie Straight Fit!
Ann Taylor
- Sizing: Petite 00 – 16
- Pricing: $55 – $129
- Stretch: pretty stretchy 🙂
Ann Taylor is one of those brands that are perfect is you’re trying to go for a luxury look and feel on a budget. They have a variety of sizes and styles to choose from that many shoppers say are both comfortable and very high-quality feeling. One of their best selling pairs is the Petite Fresh Cut High Rise Straight Jeans.
Madewell
- Sizing: Petite 00 – 33
- Pricing: $40 – $150
- Stretch: rigid – comfort stretch – stretch
The Madewell Petite Collection are a longtime tried and true, trusted by petite women. This brand has been recommended for and by petite women for many years. They have a wide selection of sizes, styles, denim washes, etc all accommodating a petite frame. Unfortunately they due to tend to sell out of many styles due to popularity but nonetheless, Madewell is definitely worth checking out or at least waiting for a sale or restock! One of their beloved best selling pairs is the Petite 90s Straight Jean.
NYDJ
- Sizing: Petite 00 – 28
- Pricing: $75 – $139
- Stretch: pretty stretchy 🙂
NYDJ has quite a large variety of styles for petite denim, with many customers say they keep coming back for both the quality and comfort. NYDJ is available at many department stores such as Nordstrom and Macy’s and although you can get a great deal at those places, they often have a very limited amount of sizes and selection of styles. But they do of course, have their full selection available (with free shipping might I add) on their website. One of their top selling pairs is the gorgeous Marilyn Straight Jeans in Petite.
Abercrombie
sizing: 23 – 37.
pricing: $60 – $140
stretch: pretty stretchy 🙂
You may have heard people rave about the viral curve love jeans by Abercrombie. Many petite women online swear by their Abercrombie jeans, saying they look amazing and fit true to size. Rather than petite and tall, their sizing is extra short, short, regular, long, and extra long. Most of their jeans are made of 99% cotton and luckily they do frequently have sales. You definitely might want to check out one of their best selling pairs; the Ultra High Rise Ankle Straight Jean.
Good American
- Sizing: 00 – 30
- Pricing: $75 – $169
- Stretch: rigid – comfort – comfort stretch – super stretch – power stretch
Good American is one of the newer and pricier brands on this list but many shoppers have praised Good American’s petite jeans, saying that they fit perfectly! Although they don’t have a large variety of styles for their petite denim, they do still have some really stylish and flattering styles available that you may want to add your denim collection! One of their fan-favorite pairs is the Soft-Tech Good Petite Straight Jeans.
LOFT
- Sizing: 24 – 34
- Pricing: $30 – $90
- Stretch: pretty stretchy 🙂
LOFT has long been a petite friendly clothing brand and they are the most affordable ones on this list. They offer a good mix of classic and trendy styles and generally their jeans are about 70% cotton and up depending on the style. Some shoppers have said that their jeans run a bit on the smaller side even for the petite section but other than that, they have pretty great feedback. And for such an inexpensive price point, they are definitely worth checking out. You might just want one of their best selling pairs; the Petite High Rise Slim Flare Jeans for yourself!
Everlane
- Sizing: W23, 25.5 inseam – W35, 29.5 inseam
- Pricing: $78 – $138
- Stretch: minimal
Everlane is another very well-trusted high quality brand. Similar to Levi’s there is no petite section but you do get to individually select the waist and inseam size for a fit that is custom to you. Their selection is full of minimalist and timeless styles that you’re going to love for years to come and all of their jeans are actually 98% cotton. You have to at least check The Way-High Jean which is one of their most adored pairs.
J. Crew
- Sizing: Petite 00 – 32
- Pricing: $35 – $158
- Stretch: rigid – classic – all-day – power
J. Crew is another one of those brands that comes to mind when thinking about achieving luxe and chic on a budget. They’ve been offering petite denim and workwear for years and have consistently been recommended by petite fashion lovers. One of their most popular pairs is the Petite Full-Length Slim Wide-Leg Jean.
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