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Registered: ‎02-07-2011

Where did the designers get the idea a petite length in pants is 29 inches. I wear a 26 27 or I have to hem it. Most fashions are way too long. At Khols I can sometimes find a petite short, just do fit but can't find that in all stores/

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Land's End will hem (some of their pant styles) to your desired length for free.

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It's not just your height, but how your body is proportioned. I'm 5'2" and my inseam is 29".

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I'm 4'11" and 29" inseam is what I always go for because I wear heels/wedges or boots and if I'm wearing flats, which is rare I'll go with 27"

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Registered: ‎04-06-2010

Ditto to shoesnbags. I am 5'1.5 & my inseam is also 29". I usually have a hard time finding exactly what I need, as I normally get a longer inseam & hem it, so I thought it was perfect.

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Registered: ‎08-03-2011

I feel the same way. I can find a true petite short with Lands End and Tog Shop mail order. I can't wear most of the QVC pants unless they are petite ankle pants. These are just the right length for me.

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Always loved petite women. Not a fan of the super model long and lean look you see on the runways.
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Catalog shopping has gotten easier for the petite woman. The Blair Family of online stores now has the PETITE SHORT. I think the inseam is 26. I am in heaven. I am five feet tall.