What do Jenna Ortega, Quinta Brunson, and Lady Gaga have in common? All three stars are petite women, clocking in at around five feet tall, which can making shopping—especially for jeans—extremely challenging. While we will forever sing the praises of having an excellent go-to tailor, finding the perfect pair of jeans you can buy again and again in multiple washes is essential.
Jeans with conventional sizing are sometimes overly long or ill-fitted for women who are on the shorter side, or the positioning of the knee is in the wrong place (think flared style jeans). Designs often intended for taller or average-height women can simply overwhelm a petite body. However, with a little bit of attention to detail, it's possible to buy jeans suitable for short women right off the rack. Read on to find out how.
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These chic flare jeans from Citizens of Humanity are perfect for elongating the legs. Flared-fitted pants can give shorter legs the illusion of length, making them a flattering and preferred jean choice for short women. These jeans would look nicely with an off-shouldered blouse in the color of your choice, and platform booties, or kitten heels depending on the weather and personal preferences.
Citizens of Humanity Isola Flare in Plush Black, $210, Citizens of Humanity
Everlane offers jeans with inseams as short as 25.5 inches, making it the perfect brand for petite women who need a high-quality pair of jeans. The high-waisted style of these comfortable straight-cut jeans can easily elongate the legs.
Everlane The Way-High® Jean in Vintage Indigo, $94, Everlane
Slouchy jeans are uber comfortable and are ideal for a lazy day that calls for something other than sweats or leggings. This pair from Free People features a wide-legged fit that will go nicely with an oversized sweater or a casual dainty tank depending on the weather.
Free People We The Free Old West Slouchy Jeans in Vintage Indigo, $128, Free People
Levi's is the go-to brand when it comes to purchasing jeans for short women, as it's considered a universally loved brand that's essential for your wardrobe. This particular pair is the original 501s in a classic medium wash and employs a cropped fit.
Levi's Original Fit Women's Jeans, $108, Levi's
Good American is famed for making clothes that fit all shapes and sizes, and jeans are no exception. This pair from the Kardashian-helmed brand is said to be a straight-fit pair specifically made for women 5'4 feet and below. What's particularly chic about this pair is that they're form-fitting and have a little bit of flair to it as well, making them perfect for if you're not into the baggy jeans look. They can also be dressed up with a lovely going-out top or dressed down with a lounge shirt.
Good American Petite Straight Jeans, $99, Good American
Khaite's stylish Vivian jeans employ a cropped fit and an elegant flair at the bottom, making these jeans worthy of being a part of an elevated brunch outfit or perhaps a casual dinner. The wash is also lighter, so for those of you who prefer a lighter-wash pair of jeans, this one may just be the perfect match.
Khaite The Vivian Jean in Vintage Blue, $99, Khaite
These slightly distressed jeans come in a light wash and are both high-waisted and cropped making them a great fit for petite women.
Anine Bing Gavin Jean in Blue Reservoir, $250, Anine Bing
These chic jeans from L'Agence are made from 100 percent cotton and fit well around the waist and bottom. The one downside is that they do not come in a shorter inseam, but the fit and superior quality of the garment makes the purchase worth considering. Pair the pants with a great pair of boots, and you're golden.
L'Angence Alicent Wide-Leg Jean, $250, L'Angence
These stylish two-toned jeans from, Veronica Beard feature a high-rise, wide-leg silhouette with the hem cropped to keep the garment petite-friendly.
Veronica Beard Grant Wide-Leg Crop Jean, $328, Veronica Beard
