“Getting the proportions right was a non-negotiable” - Louise Thompson’s autumn edit for Nobody’s Child puts petite women first
Sizes are already selling out
Following the success of her debut collaboration with Nobody's Child back in March, women’s health campaigner Louise Thompson is back with an autumn edit that's thoughtfully designed with petite women in mind.
Nobody's Child is one of our favourite British clothing brands, and the collection really leans into that heritage feel - think check prints, kilt skirts and the cosiest knitwear. It's all available in both regular and petite lengths, but being 5ft herself, Louise has really thought about how each piece would work on petite frames. She explained on Instagram: "Being petite, getting the proportions right was a non-negotiable. The dream is finding something you love and being able to wear it straight away, with no hems to think about and no trip to the tailor’s adding to that never-ending admin list. I genuinely love every piece and hope you feel as good in them as I do."
If you want my prediction, that Fair Isle knit will fly off the shelves. It looks much more expensive than £75, and pairs perfectly with the cream cord barrel leg jeans, which are selling out as we speak...
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Finding the best winter coats for petites can be particularly tricky, and trench coats are often incredibly long. This one is perfectly proportioned and the check lining really elevates it. The hood is detachable, too!
The ruched detailing on this dress makes it very flattering, and it's refreshing to find a maxi dress that works perfectly for petites. Wear it with knee-high leather boots for day-to-evening this autumn.
This has to be my favourite piece from the collection. It's making me feel festive already, and will work well paired with everything from your favourite jeans to slinky slip dresses.
I didn't know I needed a pair of cream cord barrel leg jeans in my life until I saw these beauties. These are selling quickly, so don't hesitate if you fancy trying them on for size.
I am so ready for cooler weather, and this shearling jacket is making me even more excited for chilly mornings and pumpkin spice lattes!
The perfect layering piece, wear this Peter Pan collar blouse underneath knitwear or even the denim dungarees from Louise's collection.
Finding good tailored trousers as a petite woman isn't easy, but these wide leg trousers tick all the right boxes. Prepare to wear them on repeat this season.
A one-and-done outfit that's cosy yet practical, this jumpsuit is well worth the investment. Burgundy is always big at this time of year so you'll be digging this out every autumn.
I love a pair of dungarees as an alternative to jeans. The straps are adjustable and you can of course roll up the hems to find your perfect length. You'll absolutely live in these.
Louise wrote on Instagram about this top: "I have probably worn this top EVERY SINGLE DAY (at some point) since I opened up the parcel last week because it’s that good. It’s a definite wardrobe staple. So many of you have already asked after it", noting it's perfect for those jeans and a nice top days.
The tapered shape of these jeans is absolute perfection. They're available in short, regular or long lengths, and will become your go-to with trainers or ballet flats.
Not content with nailing jumpsuits, jeans and coats, Louise has gone and found us the perfect little black dress, too. Together, the cowl neckline, lace trim and fluid fabric makes this totally stunning.
It's never too early to start thinking about Christmas party season, and the dresses in the collection are the perfect length, so you won't have to force your feet into sky-high platforms just to make them work.
Jumpsuits and jeans can be particularly tricky for petite women, too, but according to the Nobody's Child website, the petite collection is "carefully re-crafted with precise adjustments to suit women 5’3” and under. It’s not just a shorter length, we’ve reworked proportions across the sleeves, waist and hips for a fit that feels right."
Louise has been candid about petite struggles, including tailoring bills that cost more than the outfit itself and not feeling as 'womanly' as taller women. Her collection is designed to help women 5ft 3 and under find clothes that fit perfectly, and proves that petite-friendly fashion doesn't mean having to compromise on style.
Fans were quick to praise the collection on social media, commenting, "Autumn wardrobe, sorted" and "I love that you’re doing this for all us petite girlies".
