If you’re looking for a petite-friendly spring layer, I’ve got you covered. Here are a few of my favorites broken down by price range.
Over $100 Petite-Friendly Spring Jackets
When it comes to a petite jacket, J.Crew holds the top spot for me in terms of fit and quality. Just like their winter coats, I always turn to them first for spring jackets if I’m looking for a closet classic I know will last for years.
Trench Coat
I have two trench coats to recommend. One is from J.Crew and one from J.Crew Factory. They both fit great, but they differ in quality. The J.Crew jacket falls into the over $100 category, but I’ll share more about the Factory version in the under $100 category.
The J.Crew trench coat fits great in petite in my true size. It’s water repellant and has a hood for those rainy spring days. It’s beautifully made and fully lined. If you want to see how I tie my straps to the back, check out this Reel.
Jacket Petite 00 | Jeans 24 Short | Top Petite XXS | Shoes TTS | Necklace | Bag
Blazer
I wear blazers year-round, but in the spring I tend to opt for my lighter colors. This camel blazer is a Parke Blazer from J.Crew and it’s top of my list for the best all-around petite blazer. The camel one I’m wearing in this post works for all seasons, and I also have a white one I wear often – especially in the spring and summer. The blazer runs true to size, I wear it in Petite 00.
Blazer Petite 00 | Top Petite XXS | Jeans Petite 24 | Bag | Similar Shoes
Rain Jacket
This rain jacket falls right on the edge of the $100 category. I’ve had mine for a few years now and it’s one of my favorite spring jackets. Of course, it’s great for a rainy day, but it’s also great as a lightweight layer for wearing out running errands (I love to wear it over leggings). This one is available in limited sizes, but there are still a few remaining. It’s true to size for me, I’m wearing it in Petite XXS.
Jacket Petite XXS | Leggings XS Short | Tee XS | Sneakers | Bag
Utility Jacket
Although my exact jacket is a little older, it didn’t feel right to write up a post about spring jackets and not include a utility jacket. It’s a classic style that remains one of my favorite light layers to wear. I’m linking the dispatch jacket from Madewell for you but I will keep an eye out for more petite options if I come across them.
Similar Jacket | Tee XS |Sneakers TTS | Jeans Petite 25 |Similar Bag
Under $100 Spring Jackets
Trench Coat
The J.Crew Factory trench coat only comes in navy in petite, but it does come in tan in regular sizing. It fits me well in my true size, Petite 00. This jacket is a little bit lighter than the J.Crew jacket and it isn’t water-resistant. It also doesn’t have a hood, but it’s a great spring layer.
Jacket Petite 00/XXS | Sweater XS | Similar Bag | Sneakers TTS | Jeans Petite 25
Denim Jacket
I have quite a collection of denim jackets. They’ve been a love of mine for as long as I can remember. I’ve had many requests for a softer, more comfortable denim jacket and I found that in this one from Kohl’s. It’s lighter and stretchier and has a little more room in the shoulders. I also love the petite denim jackets at LOFT (best fit overall) and Old Navy.
Jacket Petite XS | Dress S | Shoes TTS
Blazer in Spring Colors
I’m including a less expensive blazer in a fun spring color. This blazer from LOFT fits well overall (slightly oversized) in Petite 00/XXS on me. Full-price it’s over $100, but LOFT is almost always running a sale that will take it under. The fabric is relatively lightweight which will be great for warmer weather.
Blazer Petite XXS/00 | Pants Petite 00 | Top XXS (a little big on me) | Shoes TTS
Light Shacket
If you love the shacket trend, there’s a place for them in early spring as well. This one is lightweight and in a pretty cream color that works well for spring. I’m wearing it in XS. I would personally also wear this shacket with leggings and sneakers.
Shacket XS | Shorts 00 | Sandals | Tee XS
I hope this post helps you find a spring layer you’ll love!
-Brooke
