: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2025
From oversized totes to more compact shoulder bags and even petite cosmetic bags, these Le Pliage bags are seriously discounted, so go ahead — treat yourself or anyone on your shopping list.
—Megan McCarty, StyleCaster, 27 Nov. 2025
David Moin, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Thanks to the length, this is also an excellent choice for petites.
—Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 25 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Keep scrolling for more petite-friendly dresses under $50 from some of your favorite retailers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2025
From oversized totes to more compact shoulder bags and even petite cosmetic bags, these Le Pliage bags are seriously discounted, so go ahead — treat yourself or anyone on your shopping list.
—Megan McCarty, StyleCaster, 27 Nov. 2025
Noun
In addition to private brands, Kohl’s turnaround strategy involves putting a strong focus on petites, fashion and fine jewelry, opening price points, impulse items, re-instituting coupons on certain brands, and Sephora.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Thanks to the length, this is also an excellent choice for petites.
—Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 25 Sep. 2025
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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