While petite sizing can help alleviate common coat-buying concerns, there are certainly ways to get the most out of these cold-weather essentials. Consider these tips when coat hunting to get the most flattering fit for your petite frame!
What to look for in a coat for petite women:
- Waist-defining silhouettes: For petite ladies, anything that belts at the waist gives you a longer silhouette and helps define your figure (if you’re into that). Look for styles that fit close to the body instead of flaring out—these will keep you looking your tallest!
- Coats that hit mid-thigh: If you’re 5’3″ and under, a long coat can easily swallow up your petite frame. Coats and jackets that hit, at most, your mid-thigh will be your best bet when keeping you warm without overwhelming your stature.
Here are the best coat styles for petite ladies.
Cinched-Waist Parka
If the thermometer is hitting below zero for most winter days and nights, you can’t get through the season without a parka. For petite ladies, look for a parka that has a cinched waist to help break up the heavyweight coat and keep your shape from looking like it’s all coat and no (stylish) body underneath.
Tailored Peacoat
While our taller counterparts can reach for coat styles in just about any length, it’s all about getting the perfect fit when it comes to second layers. Classic styles like a cocoon coat, pea coats and trenches are staples that every woman should have on hand—just make sure that your sleeves hit at an appropriate length so you don’t look like you’re drowning in your father’s, husband’s, or boyfriend’s coat!
Puffer Jacket
Have you heard that Puff Daddy changed his name again? Unlike him though, puffer coats are always a failsafe option for when the weather gets chilly, and even dips below zero. When you’re petite and looking for a puffer, spring for one with a narrowed waist and not too much down fill to avoid looking like the abominable snowman (but a warmer one).
—Tyler
These petite-friendly coats have us pining for new layers. Need a new coat or jacket to keep warm this fall and winter? Take your style quiz, order a Fix and ask your stylist for a coat or jacket in a style that’s catching your eye. Sit back and relax as you wait for your Fix to arrive. Then, try everything on in the comfort of your home. You’re never required to schedule more than one Fix at a time and shipping and returns are always free.