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As of the latest catalog refresh, Petite Pick indexes 479 petite items at Athleta and 3,179 at Nordstrom. Average current price is $81 at Athleta versus $190 at Nordstrom; 66% of Athleta petite items are on sale versus 36% at Nordstrom.

Athleta carries 479 petite items across 6 categories (top: Pants (279), Jackets (102), Tops (46)). Nordstrom carries 3,179 across 13 categories (top: Dresses (926), Jeans (543), Pants (463)). Average current prices are $81 and $190 respectively.

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Retailer Items Avg price From On sale
Nordstrom 3,179 $190 $17 36%
Macy's 2,737 $77 $5 67%
Old Navy 1,675 $20 $3 100%
ASOS 1,443 $75 $12 29%
Talbots 1,302 $109 $30 0%

Athleta vs Nordstrom Petite — Side-by-Side Comparison (3,658)

NYDJ Chloe Cool Embrace® Side Slit Capri Jeans
40% OFF
$65 $109
5.0 (2) 6 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
everyday vacation classic
Lands' End Anyweather Fleece Full Zip Jacket
40% OFF
$30 $50
4.3 (1370) 10 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
everyday active classic
Milly Robena Feather Detail Midi Dress
$595
16/XL
date-night going-out wedding-guest
Woman Within Perfect Side Elastic All Cotton Button Front Denim Jeans Skirt
0% OFF
Karen Kane Layered V-Neck Sweater
30% OFF
$76 $109
2 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
KASPER Sleeveless Tie Front Top
$59
4.6 (20) 4 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
work everyday date-night
PAIGE Laurel Canyon High Waist Flare Leg Jeans
Mac Duggal Petite Statement Bow Shoulder Crepe Midi Dress
$298
2 colors
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
Jessica London Comfort Waist Stretch Denim Straight-Leg Jean (Plus)
17% OFF
$66 $80
1.0 (1) 14 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 12/L 14/L 16/XL
everyday work classic
Lauren Ralph Lauren Dalmatian Combed Cotton Sweater
30% OFF
$116 $165
5.0 (2)
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
NIC+ZOE Cozy Waves Pointelle Sweater
$178
4 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
Woman Within Mixed Print Maxi Dress
32% OFF
$68 $100
7 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 10/M 12/L 16/XL
Mac Duggal Petite Beaded Trim Boucle Midi Dress With 3/4 Sleeves
$498
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 12/L
work everyday date-night
Roaman's Plus Size Hand Crinkled Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress
29% OFF
CITY BLUES Broome Melange Stripe Crewneck Sweater
55% OFF
$22 $50
2 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
AK ANNE KLEIN Floral Sleeveless A-Line Dress
$99
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 12/L 14/L
Softies Solid Marshmallow Reverse Seam Crew Neck Lounge Set with Bracelet Sleeve
20% OFF
$128 $160
4.2 (119) 13 colors
0/XS 2/XS
everyday minimalist sporty
1822 Denim High Waist Cuff Slim Wide Leg Jeans
$72
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L
everyday work vacation
Madewell The Short Flare Super Stretch Jeans
$148
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
Halogen® Plaid Crop Pants
30% OFF
$69 $99
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +1
Sanctuary The City Plaid Shirt
32% OFF
$60 $89
5.0 (1) 6 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
Jessica London Stretch Cotton T-Shirt Maxi Dress
0% OFF
$30 $30
2.3 (3) 18 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
everyday vacation classic
Softies Athleisure Crewneck and Crop Pant Set
50% OFF
$85 $170
4.8 (21) 6 colors
0/XS 2/XS
everyday loungewear active
Karen Millen Floral Cotton Sateen Midi Shirt Dress
50% OFF
AVENUE Annabelle Jumpsuit
33% OFF
$60 $90
6 colors
00/XXS 12/L 14/L
Anne Klein Pleated Surplice Top
$90
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L
Fabletics Women's On-the-go Powerhold High-waisted Legging
Anne Klein High Waist Wide Leg Pull-On Pants
Catherines Right Fit Curvy Jean
18% OFF
$57 $70
5 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 12/L 16/XL
Wit & Wisdom Houndstooth Plaid Jacket
40% OFF
$89 $148
5.0 (2)
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
NYDJ Ami Skinny Jeans
$119
2 colors
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +2
Jessica London Stretch Denim Straight-Leg Jegging (Plus)
20% OFF
$48 $60
8 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 12/L 14/L 16/XL
everyday work classic
Lands' End Starfish 3/4 Sleeve Dress
25% OFF
$79 $105
2 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 16/XL
work everyday date-night
Wit & Wisdom Sam High Waist Ankle Wide Leg Jeans
33% OFF
$66 $98
4.5 (10)
00/XXS 0/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
Mac Duggal One Shoulder Long Sleeve Mermaid Jersey Gown
$458
3.0 (2)
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
JAANUU Rubi Women's 6-Pocket Slim Knit Scrub Jogger
$64
7 colors
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
work active everyday
Lands' End Plus Size Creaseless Silky High Rise Wide Leg Drawstring Pants
25% OFF
$67 $90
2 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
NIC+ZOE Lenox Wide Leg Stretch Twill Pants
40% OFF
$77 $128
3 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
Roaman's Plus Size Sleeveless Crew Neck Maxi Dress
26% OFF
$59 $80
15 colors
00/XXS 6/S 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Mac Duggal Petite Crepe One Shoulder Flower Detail Gown
$698
5 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
wedding-guest going-out classic
Alex Evenings Slim Fit Velvet Pants
$99
5.0 (1)
8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Lands' End Print Flannel Pajama Pants
40% OFF
$33 $55
3.0 (3) 7 colors
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +2
everyday classic graphic
Mac Duggal Petite Ruffle Shoulder V-Neck Chiffon Gown
$458
4 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 16/XL
Liverpool Los Angeles Reversible Quilted Vest
$139
5.0 (1) 4 colors
12/L 14/L 16/XL
NYDJ Kristie '80s Denim Bermuda Shorts
$89
5.0 (1) 2 colors
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +2
Anne Klein Malibu Open Front Cardigan
$100
3 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
NYDJ Marilyn Floral Appliqué Jeans
$129
00/XXS 0/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
Karen Millen Petite Essential Techno Woven Pants
60% OFF
Catherines Masquerade Beaded Dress Set
38% OFF
$135 $220
5 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 10/M 12/L 16/XL
Wit & Wisdom Twofer Crewneck Sweater
40% OFF
$47 $78
5.0 (1)
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
NYDJ Marilyn Seamed Straight Leg Jeans
40% OFF
$71 $119
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +2
Lands' End Cozy Cable Robe
40% OFF
$48 $80
3 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
NIC+ZOE Day to Night Cap Sleeve Top
$108
4.7 (6) 3 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
work everyday date-night
Roaman's Plus Size Easy Wear A Line Skirt
32% OFF
$44 $65
6 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Reiss Gabi Single Breasted Blazer
$355
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
FRAME The Pixie High Waist Flare Jeans
$298
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +2
Vince Camuto Wide Leg Pull-On Pants
40% OFF
$71 $119
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
Roaman's Plus Size Short Sleeve Sleeve Swing Dress
25% OFF
$45 $60
17 colors
00/XXS 6/S 12/L 16/XL
everyday vacation classic
Karen Kane Bias Cut Satin Midi Skirt
$139
2 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
Betsy & Adam Metallic Crinkle Long Sleeve Sheath Gown
$279
2.0 (1)
8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
work date-night going-out
Woman Within Fineline Stretch Denim Skinny Pull On Jeans
24% OFF
$44 $58
12 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Reiss Double Layered Suede Jacket
$935
0/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L
SL FASHIONS Metallic Knit Cocktail Dress
$179
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
PAIGE Anessa High Waist Raw Hem Ankle Wide Leg Jeans
40% OFF
$131 $219
2.0 (1)
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +2
Wit & Wisdom Faux Pearl Button Knit Cardigan
$98
3 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
Jessica London True Fit Stretch Denim Straight Leg Jean
22% OFF
$62 $80
3.0 (1) 15 colors
00/XXS 2/XS 6/S 12/L 14/L 16/XL
everyday work classic
Halogen® Cowl Neck Knit Tank
40% OFF
$29 $49
3.5 (2) 3 colors
0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L +1
Karen Kane Scalloped Lace Cocktail Dress
$138
4.0 (315) 2 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
date-night going-out wedding-guest
Lands' End Sunshade Upf 50 Long Sleeve Rash Guard Swim Tee
$50
4.7 (1394) 28 colors
00/XXS 0/XS 2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L +2
vacation active sporty

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athleta or Nordstrom have more petite items?
Nordstrom currently has more, with 3,179 petite items versus 479.
Which is cheaper on average, Athleta or Nordstrom?
Average current prices are $81 at Athleta and $190 at Nordstrom.
Which retailer has more petite items on sale?
Athleta has 66% of its petite items on sale, versus 36% at Nordstrom.
What sizes do Athleta and Nordstrom carry in petite?
Both retailers offer petite sizing roughly from 00/XXS to 20/XXL depending on the item.
How often is this comparison updated?
Counts and prices on this page are recomputed from the live catalog on each request; the underlying catalog refreshes daily.