It seems to me like if you’re anything but average, nothing fits you. For me, I’m larger than average and I feel like finding a place that offers clothing that fits me right is a rarity. I know that for some of my smaller friends, the issue is the same. I’ve taken a lot of time finding my favorite places to shop online for clothes that fit my frame, and I’ve done the same for the smaller girls too. Here are some places that you can find petite dresses that are stylish, affordable, and just plain awesome.

Banana Republic offers a wide assortment of cute petite dresses that are classy and simple in design. I’ve always appreciated that about the fare sold by Banana Republic. Staying simple and sleek is important when you’re dressing any frame, but especially a small frame. It’s easy for smaller girls to get swallowed up in too much fabric, bright colors, and bold patterns. Banana Republic offers consistent style that’s appropriate for small frames.

Macys offers a line from Calvin Klien that’s also perfect for petite frames. Again, the simplicity of the cut and the fabric flatters small frames and doesn’t swallow them up. Calvin Klien, along with its simplicity, also offers an edgy, more modern feel- with a sexy twist.

Dillards has a very extensive selection of petite sizes, and their dresses are stylish and completely updated and fresh. Dillards is a little pricier than other department stores, but their clothing choices are very high-end and stylish.

Ann Taylor is a long standing and consistent merchant of absolutely beautiful petite dresses. The prices online run through the middle as far as prices go. The styles are timeless and classic.

Nordstrom offers a wide selection of petite dresses that cater to every taste imaginable. Prices run from very reasonable to a little on the higher end, but the quality of the dresses is impeccable. However, the best part of shopping at Nordstrom is that you have a lot of choices. They’re almost endless.

You can find pretty petite dresses at almost any online department store. Just remember to keep the fit simple and the patterns tasteful so that you don’t disappear in your dress. You can look beautiful in any dresses from any designer, as long as it fits you right and you wear it well. Have a good time shopping for your perfect petite dresses!