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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)

24seven Comfort Apparel Petites Sleeveless A-Line Fit and Flare Skater Dress
40% OFF
$30 $50
5.0 (1) 4 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
everyday date-night going-out
Karen Millen Petite Crepe Belted Jumpsuit
60% OFF
$172 $430
2 colors
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M
work everyday date-night
Alex Evenings Empire Waist Gown
$199
5.0 (4) 2 colors
6/S 10/M
wedding-guest date-night going-out
Alex Evenings Metallic Knit Surplice Blouse
Tahari ASL One-Button Blazer
$159
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Karen Kane Floral Print Top
29% OFF
$104 $148
2 colors
8/M 10/M
Betsy & Adam Stud Detail Velvet Sheath Gown
Finery London Nieve Petite Short Sleeve Midi Dress
30% OFF
$83 $119
3 colors
6/S 8/M 10/M 14/L 16/XL
24seven Comfort Apparel Petites Pink Pleated Crew Neckline Back Closure Sleeveless Top
40% OFF
Finery London Nat Viscose Wide Leg Trousers
50% OFF
$44 $89
8/M 10/M 14/L 16/XL
everyday work vacation
Seasalt Cornwall Seafaring Coat
$358
6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 16/XL
Lands' End Cotton Cable Drifter Crewneck Sweater
30% OFF
$63 $90
5 colors
8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
everyday vacation classic
NYDJ Ella Side Slit Denim Shorts
$74
2.0 (1) 3 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
everyday vacation classic
Tahari ASL Short Sleeve One-Button Jacket
$109
2 colors
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Mac Duggal Petite 3/4 Puff Sleeve Mesh Micro Ruffle Gown
$698
5.0 (1)
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Karen Millen Cut Out Neck Midi Dress
60% OFF
$68 $170
12/L 14/L
everyday date-night going-out
Finery London Bianca Tie Neck Midi Dress
$109
2 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
24seven Comfort Apparel Petites Elbow Length Sleeve Open Cardigan
40% OFF
$34 $57
2.0 (1) 4 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 16/XL
work everyday vacation
SL FASHIONS Tiered Floral Cocktail Midi Dress
$129
2.0 (1)
10/M
everyday date-night going-out
Hush Nessa Wide Leg Jeans
30% OFF
$122 $175
4.5 (2)
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L
NIC+ZOE Grosgrain Anywhere Blazer
$188
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
NYDJ Dakota Side Slit Pull-On Capri Jeans
35% OFF
$58 $89
1.8 (4) 2 colors
12/L 14/L
everyday vacation classic
Jones New York High Waist Pants
$80
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
A.SHIMUS Sleeveless Cotton Tweed Dress
NICOBLU Colette Maxi Chiffon Dress
EDIKTED Low Rise Wide Leg Jeans
$88
8/M 10/M 16/XL
everyday modern streetwear
OOSC Chic Pants - Baby Pink
33% OFF
$220 $330
12/L 14/L
KASPER Shawl Collar Blazer
$149
5.0 (1)
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M
Karen Millen Petite Crepe Tie Neck Mini Dress
60% OFF
$68 $170
4/S 6/S 12/L 14/L
work everyday date-night
Karen Millen Slinky Maxi Dress
60% OFF
$120 $300
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L
everyday date-night going-out
SL FASHIONS Floral Detail One-Shoulder Gown
$119
4.8 (4) 2 colors
8/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
date-night going-out wedding-guest
Lands' End Long Sleeve Lightweight Jersey Scoop Neck T-Shirt
25% OFF
$34 $45
11 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
NICOBLU Soleil Tunic With Sunburst Embellishment
$198
2 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Lands' End Wool Wrap Long Coat
30% OFF
$196 $280
12/L 14/L
work everyday date-night
KASPER Sleeveless Sheath Dress
$120
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Ming Wang Petite A-Line Faux Double Breasted Knit Dress
33% OFF
Finery London Petite Deena Wrap Midi Dress
30% OFF
$83 $119
2 colors
4/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Foxcroft Mary Non-Iron Stretch Cotton Button-Up Shirt
$118
2 colors
2/XS 4/S 10/M 16/XL
work everyday classic
CITY BLUES Coated Ankle Slim Straight Leg Jeans
KASPER Colorblock Open Front Jacket
$130
5.0 (1)
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
Single Stitch Lightweight Full-Zip Hoodie
25% OFF
$36 $48
5.0 (2) 3 colors
4/S 6/S
everyday active sporty
Finery London Petite Jessa Tiered Short Sleeve Dress
$119
3 colors
4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
NYDJ Sheri Buckle Slim Fit Jeans
$119
4/S 6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
everyday work date-night
Coast Petite High Neck Corsage Midi Dress
60% OFF
$112 $280
10/M
wedding-guest going-out date-night
Lands' End Plus Size Ruffle Fauxkini One Piece Swimsuit
$135
5.0 (1) 8 colors
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
vacation everyday active
SL FASHIONS Sequin Blouson Bodice Gown
$139
3.5 (4) 3 colors
8/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL
wedding-guest date-night going-out
Finery London Petite Jada Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Jones New York Lexington Straight Leg Pants
$70
4.1 (18) 8 colors
2/XS 16/XL
work everyday vacation
Anne Klein Contrast Trim Shirt
$99
2 colors
8/M 10/M
work everyday classic
NYDJ Marilyn Straight Leg Jeans
$119
3.5 (2)
12/L
everyday work date-night
KASPER Twist Front Long Sleeve Sheath Dress
$130
2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

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.