I mostly shop online, so I’m always checking the inseam and finish on pants to see if they’ll be easy to hem. I also look for materials like ribbing that can expand + contract.

Don’t let your stature get in the way of anything. If you’re having a conversation with someone and you feel small or unimportant, take a step back so you can make direct eye contact without craning your neck. Plus, standing up straight has a nice unintended consequence of making you look more professional.

I mostly shop online, so I’m always checking the inseam and finish on pants to see if they’ll be easy to hem. I also look for materials like ribbing that can expand + contract.

Don’t let your stature get in the way of anything. If you’re having a conversation with someone and you feel small or unimportant, take a step back so you can make direct eye contact without craning your neck. Plus, standing up straight has a nice unintended consequence of making you look more professional.

This may sound a little extreme, but I think some people look at petite women like children, especially because we often look much younger than we are. It’s an implicit bias, but a bias nonetheless. It’s a problem I’ve seen more so with men than women, but it just means it’s more important to handle yourself professionally. I’ve been in various management positions for the past five years, and while I haven’t had any problems with direct reports, I’ve noticed I have to be sure to speak up, assert myself when I’m with other managers. It makes you stand by your convictions a little faster.

It’s about time! I think the industry response is two-fold: Some brands are leading the pack because it’s a natural part of their brand, and others are following to keep up. I do think it’s important to see yourself reflected in media, but tokenism puts a dirty spin on it. If diversity is only a brand tentpole because it brings in dollars, you’re doing it wrong.

This may sound a little extreme, but I think some people look at petite women like children, especially because we often look much younger than we are. It’s an implicit bias, but a bias nonetheless. It’s a problem I’ve seen more so with men than women, but it just means it’s more important to handle yourself professionally. I’ve been in various management positions for the past five years, and while I haven’t had any problems with direct reports, I’ve noticed I have to be sure to speak up, assert myself when I’m with other managers. It makes you stand by your convictions a little faster.

It’s about time! I think the industry response is two-fold: Some brands are leading the pack because it’s a natural part of their brand, and others are following to keep up. I do think it’s important to see yourself reflected in media, but tokenism puts a dirty spin on it. If diversity is only a brand tentpole because it brings in dollars, you’re doing it wrong.

During the week, I usually grab breakfast with a friend to catch up and start my day before I head into the office. While my job often keeps me tied to my desk most days, other days I’m directing on set, location scouting, or looking for inspiration.

I don’t think petite women are nearly as marginalized as other groups of women that aren’t the norm, but I think it’s about using your voice confidently. Nobody’s size should ever deter them from doing what they want—and that goes for everyone.

During the week, I usually grab breakfast with a friend to catch up and start my day before I head into the office. While my job often keeps me tied to my desk most days, other days I’m directing on set, location scouting, or looking for inspiration.

I don’t think petite women are nearly as marginalized as other groups of women that aren’t the norm, but I think it’s about using your voice confidently. Nobody’s size should ever deter them from doing what they want—and that goes for everyone.