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The stretchy top offers a secure, flattering fit that’s especially well-suited for petites, while the breezy skirt stays cool in the heat.—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2026 Watches, petites, dresses, women’s career wear, kids, handbags, fragrances, and shoes all outperformed, while big-ticket home items, especially furniture, and plus-sizes, were soft, Spring observed.—David Moin, Footwear News, 3 June 2026 The Quince version comes in seven colors and four lengths to accommodate a range of heights, including petites.—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 Petite Studio not only develops patterns expressly for petites, using specific mannequins, but also fits and photographs petite models with different body types.—Yerin Kim, InStyle, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for petite