The Petite Body - TrendShaping

Good things come in small packages, but it can be difficult to work the Little Black Dress when you are 5 feet 4 inches tall and under. Most petites rely on bright colors or patterned fabrics to make a statement, so what's a tiny girl to do if she wants to wear the LBD without fading into the background? Petites may not have height on their side, but they do have fabulous little figures that can pull off a variety of styles with the help of great tailoring, a fabulous pair of shoes, and of course, killer accessories. Read More 

The fashion world has made some strides in accepting fuller-figured women. When it comes to petite women, though, it has pretty much turned a blind eye. Fortunately, with a little fashion know-how, you can make a smaller frame look just as fabulous as a taller one. Read More 

As Salma Hayek, Kate Moss and Cycle 13 of "America's Next Top Model" prove, petite women can rock fierce fashions. Finding those perfect pieces can be a little tricky when you're short, though. You may have to shop outside the box -- scout online for brands' petite lines or hit the kids' department for slim-fitting basics -- and enlist a little professional help from a tailor to get the look you want. Read More 

If you've got a petite body type, you can dress in very specific ways depending on what style you're trying to achieve. Dress for a petite body type with help from an award-winning producer and professional stylist in this free video clip. Read More 

You may not have the size, but you've got the moxie to amp up your style, even when it comes to coats. The trick to looking fabulous no matter what your size is dressing for your specific figure. For example, the wrong coat style can swallow your petite figure and make you look shapeless. Get it right outdoors -- and in -- with a chic coat that shows small packages come with big style. Read More