Petites: How to Avoid Looking Like a Marshmallow this Winter

We will be frank: it’s hard enough trying to layer up in winter to stay warm without looking like a marshmallow. But add the height factor, and it’s easy to feel like you have a recipe for fashion disaster. The more thick fabrics you add to a ensemble, the more you start to feel like a box when you are height-challenged. And should the pieces are already suited to a miniature frame? Oh boy, prepare to feel as if a closet’ve swallowed you. There is just no answer to finding winter clothing for women.

You already know what you should do about this dilemma — choose. But figuring out HOW to do that is a little tougher. Occasionally you’re choosing the hemline that is right , sometimes you’re choosing materials, and you are shopping in a different section of the store.  The path would be to read on and watch our top five selections for winter garments that flatter on women!

Top Five Picks: Winter Clothes for Petites

1. Heeled Boot

Geox Women’s Amaranth High Wedge Snow Boot, from $75, Amazon

Why we love it

Catch a boost. Select a style that is suitable for your location (i.e., a simple block bootie to get snow-free conditions, or a wedge snow boot for states that turn winter white). The added height helps you tackle the boxy and short issues and we all know just a little bit of a heel also make you clothes lay nicer and can change your shape!

2. Belted Coat

Anna Oversized Collar Belted Boohoo, Robe Coat, $88

Why we adore it

Ladies of each height know this one, but it is important for petites to keep their shape, also! Although you like a jacket that is longer, but fear it may be too much for your frame that is small, be sure to choose one with a belted silhouette. You’re steering clear of the boxy shape that tends to plague women with frames.

3. Wool Blend Sweater

Cashmere Blend Beaded Crew Neck Sweater, $88

Why we love it

If you’re debating between a classic wool and cashmere blend sweater vs. a more affordable iteration of lesser yarn, splurge on the wool mix. Take good care of it and it’ll last way longer than the less costly choice. That enhances your cost per wear, which is a genuine budget fashionista move.

And a wool mix sweater will be the thicker choice compared to some alternate. But consider the comparative warmth. With a sweater, you’ll add more layers trying to stay warm. Skip the excess layers to save some shape and breathability.

4. Bright Dress

Merino Wool Pleated Sweater Dress, $77.99 (on sale), Talbots

Why we love it

It has been stated that a solid, bold color can assist out your pint-sized punch stand creating your frame look. Therefore a dress in blue or red may be a key participant in date party, office and night dressing. Bonus points for warm winter cloths…this one’s a comfortable merino wool!

5. Cropped Puffer Jacket

Topshop Cropped Puffer Jacket. Nordstrom, $190

Why we adore it

You can package up in a trendy seasonal puffer (without looking looking too puffy yourself)! Opt. You will receive all the benefits of warmth, minus the waddle. Marked by the same quilting as puffers, this shorter, contemporary iteration had to have been created with all the crowd in mind!

Those are our picks for winter clothing for petites. Share in the comments, In case you have some to add!

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