It’s smug to say, but I think I’ve found the best petite jeans for women. Not just one pair, either—several styles of every silhouette, cut and wash. How have I lucked out, you may ask? I tried on over 30 pairs of petite jeans, analysing the pros and cons and fit and finishes of each on my 5ft 1” frame.
The key lesson I learnt: never try on jeans alone. You need a second opinion in order to land on a pair that you’ll love and cherish for years to come, otherwise you might settle for something mediocre—and nobody wants that. Be it a friend or an expert, assistance is necessary.
One denim aficionado recently reminded me of the fact that silhouette is not the only thing to consider: grains, rivets and stitching are important, too. Trust me, when you try on more than five pairs, you start to notice the tiny differences. Another crucial learning: certain brands just don’t cater to petite women, but there are plenty that have nailed the brief.
Tailors also come in handy, so don’t be afraid to embrace alterations, rather than casting certain styles on the “no” pile. I have also learnt to be open-minded about sizing, noting, for example, that boyfriend jeans are much better several sizes up, so that they sit on the hips rather than cinch the waist. Over 30 jean styles later, I’ve curated my edit of the best petite jeans for women out there.
Enjoy! I’ve done the legwork for you, literally. Bestselling basics Sometimes it pays to be simple. There were two partic.
