As a shopping editor, I’ve done extensive research on Amazon fashion finds, and the best petite dresses on Amazon aren’t as hard to come by if you know a few tricks. While I know shopping online can feel like a gamble when you’re someone who needs a very specific fit, through my research I’ve learned the best ways to navigate the online-shopping experience and find what I need without having to try anything on first.
Certain brands like The Drop and Kirundo offer quality Amazon dresses with high reviews and photos, so you can see what works best for your height and size. Other well-known brands like Karl Lagerfeld, Ganni, and Astr the Label are available on the site if you need something more formal fast. I also follow content creators with Amazon storefronts that are short like me for style inspiration. Below are the fall dresses for petite women, according to reviews and my own personal favorites as a five-foot-two editor.
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The Amazon Wedding-Guest Dress
Realtix Satin Strapless Dress
Jump to reviewThe Amazon Maxidress
The Drop Britt Tiered Maxi Tent Dress
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Missactiver Pleated Button Down Shirt Dress
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Best petite wedding-guest dresses on Amazon
Last year so many of my friends were getting married and having formal events, but I didn’t have a huge budget to spend on a cute silk dress for every individual event. I turned to Amazon and secondhand shopping, and actually found some great options including the satin strapless dress featured here. I wore it to two fall weddings paired with thrifted heels and absolutely loved how everything looked. If you’re looking for Amazon wedding-guest dresses, my best tips are to pull together references so you know what you’re looking for and can get specific with your search (the online retailer can be overwhelming), accessorize to the max (think chunky jewelry), and keep a steamer handy for wrinkles.
Realtix Satin Strapless Dress
Floerns Plus Size Satin Cami Dress
Bagone Satin Cocktail Dress
Kirundo Satin Wedding Guest Midi Dress
Best petite maxidresses on Amazon
It’s rare that I find a maxidress that I can wear with flats, but it is possible. The trick is to find maxis with features like adjustable straps or slits that let you show more leg. The Drop Britt maxidress here is one that content creator Paola Alberdi convinced me to add to my cart after I saw it on her storefront. The Amazon maxidresses below are flowy at the bottom but have a form-fitting top so that it doesn’t overwhelm your frame.
The Drop Britt Tiered Maxi Tent Dress
Vancol Backless Maxi Dress
SweatyRocks High Slit Halter Maxi Dress
Madewell Poplin Smocked Maxi Dress
Best petite midi-dresses on Amazon
I love a midi-dress because you can go really casual or zhuzh it up with the right strappy heels. Take the floral and mesh midi-dresses below, which would look great as a cocktail dress or styled with sandals for the last celebratory summer hangs. Also worth noting: Amazon-exclusive brands like Prettygarden and Zesica offer a variety of apparel and sizes, so I’ll search for them specifically. Reviewers say the white Amazon dress below is comfy and bump-friendly for those who may be expecting. Pro tip: Vertical lines are your friend if you’re petite.
Bardot Adoni Mesh Midi Dress
Madewell Smocked Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Zesica Bodycon Midi Dress
Best petite minidresses on Amazon
A dress that hits just above the knee is always my go-to for my petite frame. It allows more leg to be visible for a lengthening effect, and it’s not so short that I’m worried about accidentally showing off what’s underneath. These picks are perfect for any occasion, from party-ready outfits to linen dresses for outdoor outings.
Silly Turtle Open Back Linen Mini Dress
Karl Lagerfeld Collared Sleeveless Dress
Prettygarden Formal Satin Dress
Best petite work dresses on Amazon
As we transition from summer to fall, popular shirt dresses are worth adding to your closet. They’re elevated, stylish, and formal enough for work, but you can have a lot of fun with them after your 9-to-5. Style the button-down options below with knee-high boots and a leather shoulder bag. Another on-trend pick is the polka-dot dress, which is everywhere right now. Take it from me, I’ve seen the print on several stylish editors in the Condé Nast office.
Missactiver Pleated Button Down Shirt Dress
Hobemty A-Line Pleated Dress
Aequem Square Neck Polka Dot Maxi Dress
Best petite travel dresses on Amazon
One foolproof way to steal the spotlight wherever you travel is to hit the city in an Instagram-worthy dress. The versatile vacation dresses below have fun prints and proportions to play with when styling.
