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Work-Wear: Poised Petites

Place your best petite foot forward in these stunning yet figure flattering work-wear pieces.
By Candace Marie Stewart · Updated October 27, 2020
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White Skort Suit

Pretty Petites, take a fresh approach to your work attire in this white skort suit. 

Skort Suit, Topshop, $190, topshop.com.

Work-Wear: Poised Petites
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Longer Leg Illusion

Create the illusion of longer legs in these skinny relaxed ankle-length slacks.

Slacks, H&M, $24.95, hm.com.

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Red Sophisticated

This burnt red sophisticated peplum midi will define your curves while still remaining work appropriate.

Dress, Boohoo, $40, boohoo.com.

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04
Super Flattering

Continue the elongating effect in this super-flattering uber long black vest.

Vest, Chic Nova, $30, chicnova.com.

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05
Red Hot

Long blouses with skinny slacks and super sleek stilettos will extend your frame and polish your look for the office.

Blouse, Boohoo, $36, boohoo.com.

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Floral Fab

Make a floral statement in this power jacket and skirt set.  The shorter hemline will elongate your legs while the jacket will bring balance for the workplace.

Skirt Suit, Topshop, $216, topshop.com.

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Mid-Rise Trousers

This pair of skinny slacks is tailored for a smart finish for your frame.   This mid-rise pair hits right at the ankle and will work equally well with sleek flats or sassy heels.

Trousers, Missguided, $44.98, missguidedus.com.

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Longline Blazer

Who says a black blazer has to be basic? Shake things up at the office in this longline blazer that can be perfectly matched with white suit shorts.

Blazer, Missguided, $44.98, missguidedus.com.

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Patterned Slacks

Rethink the typical black slacks and swap out for these dark patterned slacks that are sure to lengthen your petite frame. 

Slacks, H&M, $24.95, hm.com.

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Cowl Neck Chic

Skip the plain white blouse and opt out for this white cowl neck bodysuit. Pair with high waisted black slacks for a complete yet chic look.

Bodysuit, Missguided, $35.98, missguidedus.com.

Work-Wear: Poised Petites