The 12 Best Joggers for Short Women, According to a Shortie Stylist and Opinionated Petites

“It is all about the proportion, According to MaryKathryn McArthur, a stylist with Short Story, the size-inclusive styling subscription service for petites. McArthur cautions that a regular-size jogger pant usually bunches up in the bottom and makes petites look even shorter. And she brings up the issue of fabric—it shouldn’t be too thick. “Sadly, many petites have experienced the same struggle where we feel like we’re being swallowed up by fabric. Avoiding sweatpants-type fabrics that are too thick really helps lessen the bulk” she says, advising shoppers look for fabrics such as modal and recycled poly.

The inseam needs to be at least 2 inches shorter than the regular length for that size, McArthur says. “Try to examine the length and choose styles with a high-rise to really help elongate the legs. Joggers also come in cropped styles, so if you feel unsure, a cropped jogger is a great choice. Keywords like ‘cropped,’ ‘ankle-length,’ ‘7⁄8 length,’ are nice to look for when searching, so keep your eyes peeled!”

Of course they can! The tapered fit of a classic jogger is flattering on all silhouettes, but especially for petites they can be a great alternative to skinny or straight-leg pants. The cinching at the ankle helps prevent your smaller frame from getting overwhelmed by too much fabric.

Joggers should fit right at or above the ankle. Higher and they run the risk of looking like old-fashioned breeches. If they sit lower, they make end up looking sloppy.