When it becomes small, there are a few things I’ve learned to accept. For example, I knew I would never be able to reach the top shelf of my kitchen cabinets or have a perfect unobstructed view at a concert. I also know that getting on the tube at rush hour can lead to being sandwiched between someone else’s shoulder (or worse, in the armpit).
While I am completely satisfied with smaller stature and the compromises it forced me, one thing I’m not willing to deal with, is that the clothes don’t fit. I’m only 5’2″ tall and finding clothes that fit my size can often be a challenge, and although I do enjoy occasionally wearing an oversized blazer or plain knitwear. , but finding the perfect pair of jeans can be a challenge, a very time consuming effort.
The options are pretty limited when it comes to petite women’s jeans, but the market is growing. Currently, there are several retailers trying to fill the gap in the market. From Whistles’ new line to River Island’s impressively affordable product, a number of brands have created options specifically for the shorts wearer, and trust me when I tell you that finding Finding jeans is not difficult. Unfortunately, oftentimes you can only find petite sizes online and not available to try on in stores, which can make choosing a size difficult.
With this in mind, I decided to look for as many pairs as possible and do the boring job of trying them all out for you. Below I’ll give my honest opinion on the best petite jeans I’ve found, from the best straight-leg style to the perfect wide-leg style, with even cropping options available. cropped and flared to full length do not drag on the ground. All of that I found in an effort to help other petite women out there. Keep scrolling to see my photos…
