Petite Plus Size Blazers

Petite Considerations

Why can’t petite plus size women simply buy large sizes in their clothing? Because bigger sizes don’t flatter shorter frames; women who are 5 feet 4 inches and under require clothes with the correct proportions for the most flattering fit. Petite clothing has different measurements in arm and leg length as well as rise and ease. A curvy gal can slip into a plus size outfit, but if she’s short, the pant legs and shirt sleeves will probably be too long.

Best Blazer Styles

The best styles of petite plus size blazers contain these features:

• Close fit: The blazer should be closely fitted, not tight. This means the jacket should skim your body’s natural curves without flaring out and looking tent-like. Not only does this work for plus size frames, it’s important for not swallowing up petite women.
• Hip length: Your blazer should fall to your hips. While many of us think the best way to minimize our backsides is by covering them, it’s a much more stylish look to have a blazer fit properly. Petite women also gain the benefit of longer looking legs when their top halves--and then some--aren’t completely covered.
• Monochromatic: Don’t just go with dark colors if that’s not your preference. You can wear a cranberry red blazer if that’s your favorite color, but the jacket should be one shade. A muted pinstripe pattern would work, but a blazer that contains color blocks or a busy pattern can overwhelm a petite plus size woman.

Wearing Your Blazer

For the office, blazers make women look professional and pulled together. You can wear your jacket with slacks or skirts. Petite women can put together several looks by making sure their closet staples match in tone. Buying several neutral color items allows you a lot of flexibility in building a wardrobe, but don't forget to add excitement with a dash of color.

• With slacks: Pair a button up top with a blazer, slacks and pearls for a classic look. Petite women can elongate their frames by wearing jackets and pants in similar colors. Charcoal slacks with a black or gray blazer and white ruffle shirt is a smart look.
• With skirts: Wearing a knee-length skirt with a jacket and two-inch heels will make a petite plus size woman appear taller as well. If you like lighter-colored blazers, a tan suit paired with nude pantyhose and nude shoes will appear to add inches to your height.
• With jeans: Blazers aren’t just for Monday through Friday. Feel free to slip one on for other activities. Because jackets are made in many styles, you can find more casual ones that will accessorize a weekend outfit nicely.

Buy Petite Plus Size Blazers

• Jessica London carries several petite blazer styles. A three button jacket, available in brown, vanilla, multi-patterned or pinstripe, is perfect for businesswear, while a sassy leather blazer in bright colors like turquoise or orange will accentuate a casual outfit.
• A three-quarter length sleeve blazer like this Lane Bryant offering helps elongate petite arms.
• A more casual option, this white denim jacket at Avenue is cropped and features stylish details like oversized buttons and ruching at the bustline. This style works well for petite women because the jacket fits closely and isn’t too long.
• Another Avenue offering, a swing blazer can still fit your body closely and not create extra bulk. For plus size women who don’t have much waist to accentuate, this style jacket works well. The cornflower and coral colors are perfect for the woman who loves bright hues.

Alterations

Because petite women tend to know a lot about having clothes altered, you’ll have fewer alteration issues if you buy from the petite department. This can save quite a bit of money as blazer fixes can often be expensive. Instead of buying a jacket and then shelling out extra money to have it fit well, you can shop in petites and wear your blazer right off the rack.