Macy's vs Nordstrom Petite | Petite Pick

As of the latest catalog refresh, Petite Pick indexes 2,737 petite items at Macy's and 3,179 at Nordstrom. Average current price is $77 at Macy's versus $190 at Nordstrom; 67% of Macy's petite items are on sale versus 36% at Nordstrom.

Macy's carries 2,737 petite items across 11 categories (top: Tops (857), Dresses (587), Sweaters (403)). Nordstrom carries 3,179 across 13 categories (top: Dresses (926), Jeans (543), Pants (463)). Average current prices are $77 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%

Macy's vs Nordstrom Petite — Side-by-Side Comparison (5,916)

Seasalt Cornwall Cresting Waves Sleeveless Linen A-Line Dress

Seasalt Cornwall Cresting Waves Sleeveless Linen A-Line Dress

$228

10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Petite Elena Long-Sleeve Scoop-Neck Striped Knit Top - Veiled Rose

Petite Elena Long-Sleeve Scoop-Neck Striped Knit Top

$20

2 colors

0/XS

Petite 3/4-Sleeve Floral-Print Henley Top - Industrial Blue

Petite 3/4-Sleeve Floral-Print Henley Top

$20

2 colors

0/XS

Anne Klein Lace Appliqué Cap Sleeve A-Line Midi Dress

Anne Klein Lace Appliqué Cap Sleeve A-Line Midi Dress

$160

2/XS 4/S 6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Petite Long Sleeve Floral-Print Midi Shirt Dress - Glazed Fig Multi

Petite Long Sleeve Floral-Print Midi Shirt Dress

$199

0/XS

Seasalt Cornwall Brouse Windowpane Plaid Dress

Seasalt Cornwall Brouse Windowpane Plaid Dress

$188

10/M 12/L

Petite Floral-Print Fit and Flare Midi Dress - Snow Petal Multi

Petite Floral-Print Fit and Flare Midi Dress

$189

0/XS

Women's Petite Lace Fit & Flare Floral Midi Dress - Black Champagne

Women's Petite Lace Fit & Flare Floral Midi Dress

$368

5.0 (2)

6/S

Petite Corduroy Pull-On Ankle Pants - Rich Cocoa

Petite Corduroy Pull-On Ankle Pants

$60

0/XS

Petite Double Tier Overlay Bodice Jumpsuit - Black

Petite Double Tier Overlay Bodice Jumpsuit

$149

3.3 (9)

6/S

Seasalt Cornwall Lamledra Stretch Organic Cotton Trousers

Seasalt Cornwall Lamledra Stretch Organic Cotton Trousers

$148

6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L

Petite Crew Neck Long Sleeve Dress - Black

Petite Crew Neck Long Sleeve Dress

$259

4.2 (20)

6/S

Eliza J Floral Embroidered Mesh Overlay Fit & Flare Dress

Eliza J Floral Embroidered Mesh Overlay Fit & Flare Dress

$139

4.5 (8)

10/M

Tahari ASL Pleated Skirt

Tahari ASL Pleated Skirt

$89

12/L 14/L

work everyday date-night

Alex Evenings Embellished Stretch Velvet Gown

Alex Evenings Embellished Stretch Velvet Gown

$199

4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Petite Silky Pull-On Pants - Black

40% OFF

Petite Silky Pull-On Pants

$71 $119

4.0 (4)

6/S

KASPER Ruffle Tie Neck Top

KASPER Ruffle Tie Neck Top

$80

3 colors

4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L

Petite Sequin Mock-Neck Ruffle Maude Gown - Black/blk

Petite Sequin Mock-Neck Ruffle Maude Gown

$279

5.0 (2)

6/S

Finery London Nieve Petite Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Finery London Nieve Petite Short Sleeve Midi Dress

$119

2 colors

6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

SL FASHIONS Metallic Knit Ruched Cocktail Dress

SL FASHIONS Metallic Knit Ruched Cocktail Dress

$159

4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Petite Ottoman-Rib 3/4-Sleeve Crewneck Cardigan - Heather Grey

46% OFF

Petite Ottoman-Rib 3/4-Sleeve Crewneck Cardigan

$25 $46

4.8 (40) 5 colors

6/S

Petite Embellished Rosette Halter Gown - Navy Sateen

60% OFF

Petite Embellished Rosette Halter Gown

$100 $249

4.6 (16)

6/S

wedding-guest going-out date-night

Petite Velvet Bow Mock Neck Long-Sleeve Dress - Black

30% OFF

Petite Velvet Bow Mock Neck Long-Sleeve Dress

$125 $179

5.0 (1)

6/S

Petite Burnout Velvet Long Sleeve V-Neck Fit & Flare Dress - Black

Petite Burnout Velvet Long Sleeve V-Neck Fit & Flare Dress

$129

6/S

Ming Wang Mock Neck Floral Soft Ribbed Knit Top

Ming Wang Mock Neck Floral Soft Ribbed Knit Top

$235

8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Petite Barrel High-Rise Cropped Barrel-Leg Jeans - Northport Wash

30% OFF

Petite Barrel High-Rise Cropped Barrel-Leg Jeans

$56 $80

4.3 (6)

6/S

KASPER One-Button Seamed Waist Blazer

KASPER One-Button Seamed Waist Blazer

$129

2.5 (2) 5 colors

14/L

work everyday date-night

Liverpool Los Angeles Rib Tank

Liverpool Los Angeles Rib Tank

$68

5.0 (1) 3 colors

8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

everyday classic minimalist

Tahari ASL Floral Fit & Flare Dress

Tahari ASL Floral Fit & Flare Dress

$169

4/S 6/S

everyday date-night vacation

Anne Klein Lace Trim Satin Top

Anne Klein Lace Trim Satin Top

$90

3 colors

12/L 14/L

Seasalt Cornwall Cresting Waves Sleeveless Linen A-Line Dress

Seasalt Cornwall Cresting Waves Sleeveless Linen A-Line Dress

$208

6/S 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Karen Kane Game Day Striped Sweater

30% OFF

Karen Kane Game Day Striped Sweater

$83 $118

2 colors

6/S 8/M 10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Lands' End Cotton Short Sleeve Knee Length Nightgown

Lands' End Cotton Short Sleeve Knee Length Nightgown

$55

2.0 (1) 3 colors

4/S 6/S

Seasalt Cornwall April Floral Stretch Cotton Jersey Dress

Seasalt Cornwall April Floral Stretch Cotton Jersey Dress

$138

5.0 (1)

6/S 8/M 14/L 16/XL

Woman Within 7 Day Straight Leg Elastic Waist Stretchy Knit Pant

5% OFF

Woman Within 7 Day Straight Leg Elastic Waist Stretchy Knit Pant

$37 $39

22 colors

10/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Seasalt Cornwall Meadowsweet Geo Print Smocked Midi Dress

Seasalt Cornwall Meadowsweet Geo Print Smocked Midi Dress

$198

1.0 (1)

8/M 14/L 16/XL

everyday work vacation

SL FASHIONS Chiffon Drape Glitter Knit Sheath Dress

SL FASHIONS Chiffon Drape Glitter Knit Sheath Dress

$129

4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 14/L 16/XL

ÚCHÈ Cowrie Shell Embellished Denim Maxi Skirt

ÚCHÈ Cowrie Shell Embellished Denim Maxi Skirt

$395

4/S 6/S

24seven Comfort Apparel Petites Navy Print Elbow Length Sleeve Open Cardigan

40% OFF

24seven Comfort Apparel Petites Navy Print Elbow Length Sleeve Open Cardigan

$36 $60

8/M 10/M

work everyday vacation

Finery London Deena Wrap Midi Dress

Finery London Deena Wrap Midi Dress

$119

2 colors

6/S 8/M 10/M 14/L 16/XL

KASPER Floral Long Sleeve Side Pleat Dress

KASPER Floral Long Sleeve Side Pleat Dress

$100

4/S 8/M 12/L 14/L

Lands' End Tummy Control Skirt Swim Bottoms

Lands' End Tummy Control Skirt Swim Bottoms

$70

4.2 (482) 12 colors

2/XS 10/M

vacation active sporty

Woman Within Better Fleece Pull On Cargo Sweatpants

0% OFF

Woman Within Better Fleece Pull On Cargo Sweatpants

$45 $45

13 colors

12/L 14/L

Seasalt Cornwall Oak Cottage Floral Velvet Midi Dress

Seasalt Cornwall Oak Cottage Floral Velvet Midi Dress

$208

10/M

work everyday date-night

Karen Kane Crushed Satin V-Neck Top

30% OFF

Karen Kane Crushed Satin V-Neck Top

$104 $148

2 colors

12/L 14/L

everyday work date-night

Mac Duggal Petite Metallic Strapless Ball Gown With Bow

Mac Duggal Petite Metallic Strapless Ball Gown With Bow

$598

4/S 6/S 8/M 10/M 14/L 16/XL

Woman Within Better Fleece Pull On Drawstring Sweatpants

2% OFF

Woman Within Better Fleece Pull On Drawstring Sweatpants

$41 $42

17 colors

12/L 14/L

Petite Lace Dress and Jacket - Eggplant

Petite Lace Dress and Jacket

$239

4.5 (31)

6/S

wedding-guest going-out classic

Petite Surplice Jacquard Belted V-Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fit & Flare Midi Dress - Black.white

Petite Surplice Jacquard Belted V-Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fit & Flare Midi Dress

$79

5.0 (1)

6/S

Petite Paisley V-Neck Knot-Front Top - Black Multi

65% OFF

Petite Paisley V-Neck Knot-Front Top

$21 $60

6/S

Petite Roll-Sleeve Short Jacket - Black

65% OFF

Petite Roll-Sleeve Short Jacket

$87 $249

5.0 (1)

6/S

Alex Evenings Glitter Mesh Off-the-Shoulder Gown

Alex Evenings Glitter Mesh Off-the-Shoulder Gown

$189

2/XS 4/S 6/S 8/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Petite Long-Sleeve Smocked-Flare Floral-Print Blouse - Black/Rust Multi

Petite Long-Sleeve Smocked-Flare Floral-Print Blouse

$89

6/S

Petite Long-Sleeve Colorblock Scoop-Neck Sweater Dress - Black/White

Petite Long-Sleeve Colorblock Scoop-Neck Sweater Dress

$89

2.0 (1)

6/S

Eileen Fisher Sleeveless Jersey Maxi Dress

Eileen Fisher Sleeveless Jersey Maxi Dress

$198

4.5 (41)

4/S 6/S 12/L 14/L

everyday vacation classic

OOSC Endless Summer Boost 'Em Up Bikini Top

50% OFF

OOSC Endless Summer Boost 'Em Up Bikini Top

$30 $60

4/S 6/S

Petite Embroidered Long-Sleeve Pullover - Heather Grey

40% OFF

Petite Embroidered Long-Sleeve Pullover

$39 $64

6/S

Mac Duggal Petite Crepe 3/4 Sleeve A-line Gown With Flower Trim

Mac Duggal Petite Crepe 3/4 Sleeve A-line Gown With Flower Trim

$898

4/S 6/S 8/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Petite Cowl Neck Sequin Floral-Print Midi Dress - Red

Petite Cowl Neck Sequin Floral-Print Midi Dress

$178

4.0 (4)

6/S

Petite Embroidered Ruched Gown - Navy

Petite Embroidered Ruched Gown

$149

4.7 (21)

6/S

Jones New York Scuba Knit Open Front Blazer

Jones New York Scuba Knit Open Front Blazer

$160

2 colors

8/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

Phase Eight Simara Petite Dress

30% OFF

Phase Eight Simara Petite Dress

$312 $445

6/S 8/M 12/L

Petite Triple-Pocket One-Button Jacket - Anne Black

40% OFF

Petite Triple-Pocket One-Button Jacket

$95 $159

6/S

Hush Check Wide Leg Jersey Pants

30% OFF

Hush Check Wide Leg Jersey Pants

$112 $160

4.8 (64)

6/S 12/L

Petite Velvet 3/4-Sleeve Sheath Dress - Imperial

Petite Velvet 3/4-Sleeve Sheath Dress

$179

5.0 (15) 2 colors

6/S

Alex Evenings Gathered Lace Gown

Alex Evenings Gathered Lace Gown

$199

4.0 (1) 2 colors

4/S 6/S 8/M 12/L 14/L 16/XL

wedding-guest date-night going-out

Petite Allover-Sequin Boat-Neck Long-Sleeve Dress - Gold Silver

Petite Allover-Sequin Boat-Neck Long-Sleeve Dress

$289

4.6 (5)

6/S

Petite Denim Collar Button-Front Blouse - Soft White

65% OFF

Petite Denim Collar Button-Front Blouse

$38 $109

4.7 (3)

6/S

Liverpool Los Angeles Embroidered Gauze Button-Up Shirt

Liverpool Los Angeles Embroidered Gauze Button-Up Shirt

$109

4/S 6/S

Petite One-Shoulder Scuba Crop Trim Sheath Gown - Black Silver

Petite One-Shoulder Scuba Crop Trim Sheath Gown

$189

2.7 (3)

6/S

Petite Provence Tonal Diamond Applique Crewneck 3/4-Sleeve Top - Wedgewood

40% OFF

Petite Provence Tonal Diamond Applique Crewneck 3/4-Sleeve Top

$39 $64

6/S

Petite Side Twist Long-Sleeve Sequin Midi Dress - Rhdrn Wine

Petite Side Twist Long-Sleeve Sequin Midi Dress

$119

6/S

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Macy's or Nordstrom have more petite items?: Nordstrom currently has more, with 3,179 petite items versus 2,737.
Which is cheaper on average, Macy's or Nordstrom?: Average current prices are $77 at Macy's and $190 at Nordstrom.
Which retailer has more petite items on sale?: Macy's has 67% of its petite items on sale, versus 36% at Nordstrom.
What sizes do Macy's 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.