Best Athleisure & Workout Clothes for Petite Women

Petite frames (typically under 5′4″) often deal with leggings that pool, tops that hang like dresses, and uneven waistlines. The key is choosing XS or petite-specific cuts, cropped lengths (like 7/8), and high-rise designs for flattering fits.

Top Active Brands for Petites

Lululemon – Align and Invigorate lines offer petite-friendly inseams; buttery comfort. See tellar.co.uk
Outdoor Voices – Reliable XS options and minimalist styles. Same Tellar post adds this.
Alo Yoga – 7/8 lengths ideal for petites; fashion meets function
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Nike & Sweaty Betty – Great cropped leggings and supportive tanks.
Gymshark – UK-based brand with petite 7/8 leggings that hit just right.
Vuori & Athleta – Comfortable high-rise cuts and drawstring waistbands.
Free Society – Modern activewear; use Tellar to pinpoint True UK XS/M sizes
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High-Street & Boutique Picks

ASOS Petite, Mango, COS, Next, PixieGirl, Bo+Tee, and Avo Activewear offer petite-specific cuts—leggings, joggers, crop tops, etc. For fit and length guidance, check Tellar fitting posts like the Shorts guide
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Boutique Brands for Petites

Bo+Tee – UK brand with XXS–XS leggings/joggers built for 5′3″ and under.
Avo Activewear – Designed specifically for shorter heights.
PixieGirl – Dedicated petite athleisure (sizes 6–18); cropped sweatshirts and leggings.

Style Tips for Petite Activewear

Go for 7/8 length pants (inseam ≈ 25″) to avoid fabric bunching.
High-rise waistbands elongate the legs and support movement.
Opt for moderate compression, sweat-wicking fabric.
Choose cropped tops/tanks for a balanced silhouette.

Where to Shop – Online Links

Brand	Petite Range	Shop Link
ASOS	ASOS Petite	https://www.asos.com/women/petite/
Next	Petite activewear	https://www.next.co.uk
Mango	Active & casual	https://shop.mango.com
COS	Minimalist athleisure	https://www.cos.com
Lululemon	Full active range	https://shop.lululemon.com
Outdoor Voices	XS–Petite sizes	https://www.outdoorvoices.com
Nike	Full active range	https://www.nike.com/gb
Gymshark	UK activewear brand	https://www.gymshark.com

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Why Tellar.co.uk Makes All the Difference

Tellar is the UK’s leading free sizing tool, matching your body measurements to 1,500+ brands in real-time—no guesswork, no returns. Features include:

Free print-at-home measuring tape for perfect accuracy
Size-specific advice for activewear, petites, curves, skinny builds
Deep brand insights (e.g., Free Society – tight leggings vs slouchy joggers)
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Comprehensive fit guides (e.g., for shorts, jeans, shirts)

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Final Thoughts

For petite women, the perfect athleisure wardrobe is built on cropped lengths, high rises, XS/petite sizing, and fabric that flatters—not overwhelms. Brands like Lululemon, Alo, Gymshark, ASOS Petite, Bo+Tee, and PixieGirl fit the bill—and Tellar.co.uk ensures you get the right size first time, every time. Start your free profile, print your tape, and shop smarter today.

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