As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our personal style journeys and set goals for the year ahead. For petite women, building a wardrobe that feels authentic, flattering, and versatile can sometimes feel like a tall order (pun intended).

2025 is full of possibilities! This year, let’s resolve to embrace fashion habits that celebrate our unique proportions, bring confidence, and make getting dressed every day a joy. We’ll also be sharing Lakeisha and Shaïsta’s inspiring story and how they are redefining petite fashion with Kembar.

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Spotlight Story:
Lakeisha & Shaïsta: Redefining Petite Fashion with Kembar

Lakeisha and her twin sister, Shaïsta, are the visionaries behind Kembar, a trailblazing petite fashion brand based in the Netherlands. Standing at 4’11” (149 cm), the sisters have long grappled with the challenges of finding clothing that truly fits their frames. Their frustrations led them to create Kembar, a brand that not only offers stylish and affordable petite clothing but also celebrates diversity and inclusion within the petite community.

The name Kembar—which means “twins” in Indonesian—reflects their journey of discovery while living in Indonesia. Inspired by their experiences designing tailored suits at a bustling market in Jakarta, they realized their shared passion for creating clothes that fit and flatter petite women. This transformative moment sparked the birth of Kembar, which now aims to be the go-to shop for petite women in the Netherlands and beyond.

For Lakeisha and Shaïsta, being part of the petite movement is about much more than fashion; it’s about empowering women to feel confident in their skin. They’re on a mission to offer clothing that eliminates the need for constant tailoring and showcases the beauty of petite frames. Their styling tips—such as pairing cropped blazers with high-waisted pants and dressing according to the “rule of thirds”—are practical, chic, and tailored to petite proportions.

Currently, Kembar is expanding its collection to include jeans, dresses, and heels in smaller sizes (33-37), set to launch in mid-December. The sisters are proud to represent petite women in an industry that often overlooks them and continue to advocate for better representation in fashion.

With their motto,

“Small in size. Big in style.”

Lakeisha and Shaïsta are proving that petite fashion can be both trendy and transformative. Kembar is more than a brand—it’s a movement, giving petite women the clothing options and confidence they deserve.

Style Tips:

Year-End Reflection: Petite Fashion Resolutions for 2025

Whether it’s investing in timeless tailored pieces or exploring bold, fresh trends, the resolutions we set now can shape our wardrobes for the better. We’ve rounded up practical and inspiring fashion goals to help you start 2025 on a confident and stylish note:

1. Invest in Tailored Pieces for a Petite Frame

Off-the-rack clothes rarely fit petites perfectly, which is why tailoring can be a game-changer. Ensuring a flattering fit with well-tailored clothing can significantly enhance your appearance. It’s crucial to maintain the right proportions by opting for tailored options that align with petite body types.

In 2025, commit to making alterations your best friend. Start with key wardrobe staples like trousers, blazers, or dresses. A quick visit to the tailor can turn “almost perfect” into “perfectly tailored” and boost your confidence in the process.

Ever Petite is building a directory of tailors who specialize in catering to the unique needs of petite women like you. Do you have a favorite tailor shop nearby? Share their details with us by filling out the survey form at the end of this blog post. Or, encourage them to fill out our tailor partnership form. By doing so, you’ll help us connect more petite women with skilled tailors who understand our specific needs.

2. Support Brands with a Petite Range

More brands than ever are catering to petites, and supporting them means more tailored options for all of us. Brands like Kembar and Short Girl Jean design with smaller frames in mind, offering a specialized petite range tailored specifically for individuals who are 5’4″ and below. This year, explore these brands and invest in clothing that truly works for your proportions.

If you want to learn more about Short Girl Jean check out our full interview with their founder, Cici.

3. Try a New Style

Sticking to what you know is comfortable, but stepping outside your fashion comfort zone can lead to exciting discoveries. Finding your favorite pair of tailored shorts or other items that fit well and reflect your individual style is essential.

Whether it’s bold prints, statement jumpsuits, or edgy leather jackets, let 2025 be the year you experiment with styles that celebrate your personality.

4. Build a Capsule Wardrobe

A capsule wardrobe simplifies decision-making and ensures you always have something flattering to wear.

Focus on finding well-fitting petite basics, like cropped lengths in jeans, structured blazers, and fitted tops, which not only create a more elongated appearance but also avoid the visual clutter of excess fabric.

Mix and match them to create endless outfits. See if you have the basics by browsing our guide on winter wardrobe essentials for petite women.

5. Prioritize Sustainable Choices for a Flattering Fit

Sustainable fashion isn’t just a trend; it’s a commitment to mindful shopping.

Seek out petite-friendly brands that prioritize eco-friendly materials and ethical production processes. You’ll not only look good but feel good about your impact on the planet.

6. Embrace the Power of Color

2025 is the year to explore vibrant hues and experiment with color blocking.

Petite women often hear advice to stick to monochrome outfits, but adding pops of color or trying complementary shades can enhance your look and make a bold statement.

7. Accessorize Strategically

The right accessories can elevate any outfit, but it’s essential to choose pieces that don’t overwhelm a petite frame.

Go for medium-sized bags, delicate jewelry, and belts that cinch your waist to accentuate your proportions. This year, focus on finding accessories that highlight your best features.

My Take:
A Shared Mission for Petite Women Everywhere

As someone who shares the same height as Lakeisha and Shaïsta—4’11”—and has a deeply close bond with my sister, their journey hits especially close to home. My sister, who is eight years older than me, has been my constant guide and confidant. So I can only imagine the unbreakable connection the two of them share as twins. That bond must feel like double the determination, double the courage, and double the passion—an unstoppable force pushing to reshape the fashion industry for petite women everywhere.

What strikes me most about Kembar is their audacity and drive to step into an industry that has, time and time again, overlooked us. Petite women have been told we’re not a priority and made to feel invisible in a global market where more than half of the female population falls into the petite category. Yet here are these two powerhouse sisters, not just demanding a seat at the table but building the table themselves—one thoughtfully designed piece of clothing at a time.

Lakeisha and Shaïsta are not just creating a brand; they’re leading a movement that Ever Petite proudly stands behind. Their bravery, vision, and relentless pursuit of inclusion make them true petite pioneers. I’m inspired by their refusal to settle for anything less than a fashion industry that recognizes and celebrates women like us.

Kembar’s motto, “Small in size. Big in style,” resonates deeply. It’s not just a clever tagline; it’s a powerful statement of empowerment and visibility. Lakeisha and Shaïsta are making waves in the Netherlands and beyond, proving that petite women deserve clothing that fits, flatters, and makes us feel confident.

At Ever Petite, we’re here to support and cheer them on every step of the way.

Together, we’re redefining what it means to be petite—and proving that big things come in small packages.

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