Whether it's a traditional schoolgirl rendition or a new twist on tartan, plaid fashion remains a fall favorite. Petite women don't need to shy away from plaid because there are several good ways for petite women to wear plaid.
1. Petite Shirt
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Ruffle detail and pintuced pleats accent the placket of this cute plaid shirt for petites from Jones New York This pretty-in-pink-plaid shirt is available from Zappos in petite sizes P/S - PXL.
2. Plaid Jacket Suit
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Preppy plaid, anyone? This neutral plaid jacket can be paired with the pants that come with it or worn many other ways, which would be good for wear-to-work attire. Available from Macy's in 6P - 12P.
3. Plaid Dress
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I like the way the plaid arcs to form a bit of a diagonal line on this petite plaid dress, and the brushstroke pattern mixed with plaid gives it a modern feeling. This sleeveless, plaid dress is available in petite sizes P4 - P14 from Coldwater Creek.
4. Plaid Scarf
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When you want just a touch of plaid to liven up an outfit, a plaid scarf is a good choice, especially if it's a versatile long, rectangular shape. Select a scarf in an appealing color palette and keep in mind the best ways to wear a scarf for petites.
5. Plaid Clutch
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Clutches needn't be reserved for evening wear. This black and white clutch looks businesslike enough to go to the office and casual enough for weekend wear. Available from eBags.
6. Plaid Pump
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Here's a super-cute pump from Burberry, the British fashion company known for its signature plaid designs. It's enough to give a petite woman a lift at a 2 1/4" heel height, but not so terribly high as to make the short woman look as though she's teetering around on stilts. For short women who have petite feet, this pump comes in sizes 5 and 5.5, which are often difficult to find.
