Most petite clothing is a regular pattern shortened at the hem and cuff. Ours isn't. Here's how every Nectar piece is built for women 5'4" and under — and how to find the cut that fits you.
We don't grade down from a standard size. Every Nectar pattern starts on a 5'2" form, so shoulder slope, armhole depth, and torso length are right the first time — never shortened after the fact.
Maxi dresses sweep the floor at 5'1". Sleeves end at the wrist bone, not past the knuckles. Rises sit at the natural waist instead of below the bust. Every length is mapped to a petite frame.
Heavy wovens overwhelm a petite silhouette. We source mid-weight Italian linens, fine merinos, and silk blends — and scale prints and trims so a collar, button, or floral repeat reads in proportion.
Not sure which size or style suits you best? Send us an email with your measurements and a photo. A Nectar fit specialist will recommend your size, suggest small alterations if needed, and flag the styles cut closest to your proportions.
Body and garment measurements for XS–XL, plus where each length hits on frames from 4'10" to 5'4".
Reach out with your measurements and a photo. A Nectar specialist will recommend your size and point you to the styles cut closest to your proportions.
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