A black-and-white outfit always looks chic. It doesn’t have to be complicated—this classic color combination instantly elevates any look. Here are three petite-friendly neutral outfits for spring and summer, all styled in black and white.

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Neutral Spring Outfits: Black & White

My Sizing: I’m 4’10”, and my bust, waist, and hip measurements are 32″, 24″, and 36″. My inseam is 25″ (the measurement from the inside of my leg to my ankle bone). The clothes shown are unaltered and show how they fit me right from the store. I list my sizing beside each item to help you compare when shopping online. When referencing my true size, that is often the smallest option available at a brand or petite xxs/00/24. I wear a size 5 shoe.

Poplin Skirt

In my recent roundup of petite-friendly cotton skirts, I shared this mid-length option from Ann Taylor. It’s fully lined, has a back zipper closure, and features a structured, polished fit. It does run large at the waist, so I recommend sizing down for the best fit.

This skirt works especially well for a more polished outfit. I paired it with a boatneck top from Nordstrom and finished the look with a gold rope necklace and gold sandals to tie everything together.

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Skirt Petite 00 recommend sizing down | Top XXS | Necklace | Sandals | Bag

Crepe Shorts

The Lodge Shorts from Aritzia are just as good as the pants. They’re wrinkle-resistant and wash beautifully. The shorts feature a drawstring waist, a relaxed leg, and a 5″ inseam. I wear them in XS.

I paired them with a top from Nordstrom. Some reviewers say it runs small, but I found it to be true to size. That said, it doesn’t have any stretch, so it may feel snug if you have a fuller chest.

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Shorts XS | Top XS | Necklace | Bag | Shoes tts

White Dress

An easy one-and-done: a simple white dress. This linen-blend dress from Banana Republic Factory is true to size and fully lined, so it’s not see-through. It features two ties at the neckline, a dropped waist, and a full skirt. Since it’s a blend, it’s less prone to wrinkling than 100% linen, though it will still wrinkle slightly with wear.

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Dress Petite XXS | Bag | Shoes tts


And that’s it—three easy black-and-white outfits that feel polished without trying too hard. I love how simple this color combination is to pull together, especially when you want to look put-together without overthinking it. As always, you can mix and match these pieces with what you already have in your closet to make them your own.