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Xscape Petite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath GownPetite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath Gown

XscapePetite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath Gown

Petite
Rated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 stars(30)
Alex Evenings Sequin Floral Lace Ribbon Rosette Round Neck Short Sleeve GownSequin Floral Lace Ribbon Rosette Round Neck Short Sleeve Gown

Alex EveningsSequin Floral Lace Ribbon Rosette Round Neck Short Sleeve Gown

Rated 4.5851 out of 5 starsRated 4.5851 out of 5 starsRated 4.5851 out of 5 starsRated 4.5851 out of 5 starsRated 4.5851 out of 5 stars(282)
Xscape Petite Size Beaded Mesh Short Sleeve Sheath GownPetite Size Beaded Mesh Short Sleeve Sheath Gown

XscapePetite Size Beaded Mesh Short Sleeve Sheath Gown

Petite
Rated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 stars(30)
Xscape Petite Size Asymmetrical Neck Short Sleeve Sheath GownPetite Size Asymmetrical Neck Short Sleeve Sheath Gown

XscapePetite Size Asymmetrical Neck Short Sleeve Sheath Gown

Petite
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(3)
Alex Evenings Petite Size Lace Soutache Bodice V-Neck Short Sleeve Cascade Ruffle Empire Waist DressPetite Size Lace Soutache Bodice V-Neck Short Sleeve Cascade Ruffle Empire Waist Dress

Alex EveningsPetite Size Lace Soutache Bodice V-Neck Short Sleeve Cascade Ruffle Empire Waist Dress

Petite
Rated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 stars(6)
Alex Marie Petite Size Nancy Satin One Shoulder Short Sleeve Maxi GownPetite Size Nancy Satin One Shoulder Short Sleeve Maxi Gown

Alex MariePetite Size Nancy Satin One Shoulder Short Sleeve Maxi Gown

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Petite
R & M Richards Petite Size Foil Print Crinkle Sheer Knit Flutter Sleeve GownPetite Size Foil Print Crinkle Sheer Knit Flutter Sleeve Gown

R & M RichardsPetite Size Foil Print Crinkle Sheer Knit Flutter Sleeve Gown

Petite
Rated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 stars(1)
Xscape Petite Size Short Sleeve Off-The-Shoulder Sweetheart Neck Cascade Ruffle Scuba GownPetite Size Short Sleeve Off-The-Shoulder Sweetheart Neck Cascade Ruffle Scuba Gown

XscapePetite Size Short Sleeve Off-The-Shoulder Sweetheart Neck Cascade Ruffle Scuba Gown

Petite
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(5)
Petite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath Gown

PLACEHOLDERPetite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath Gown

Petite
Rated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 stars(30)

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Short Ruched Sleeve V-Neck Polka Dot Chiffon Midi Dress

Petite
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(8)

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Short Sleeve V-Neck Metallic Polka Dot Tiered Caplet Dress

Petite
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(2)

PLACEHOLDERPetite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath Gown

Petite
Rated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 stars(30)

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Short Flutter Sleeve V-Neck Glitter Knit Gown

Petite

R & M RichardsPetite Size Leaf Printed Metallic Foil Sheer Knit Short Flutter Sleeve Gown

Petite
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(2)

PLACEHOLDERPetite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath Gown

Petite
Rated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 stars(30)

Betsy & AdamPetite Size Soutache Floral Print Off-The-Shoulder Dress

Internet ExclusivePetite

Alex MariePetite Size Paulina V-Neck Short Sleeve Printed Cotton Voile Dress

Dillard's Exclusive
Petite

PLACEHOLDERPetite Size Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Crepe Sheath Gown

Petite
Rated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 starsRated 4.6 out of 5 stars(30)

Alex EveningsPetite Size Soutache Lace Boat Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Midi Gown

Petite

Adrianna PapellPetite Size V-Neck Flutter Sleeve Floral Beaded Mesh Hi-Lo Gown

Petite

Mac DuggalPetite Embellished Crew Neck Short Sleeve Long Gown

Internet Exclusive
Only size 6, 10 available

Mac DuggalPetite Size Flutter Sleeve 3D Floral Applique Lace Gown

Petite

SugarlipsPetite Size Mavisy Floral Jacey Baby Doll Split V-Neck Short Sleeve Mini Dress

Petite

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Georgette V-Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Capelet Shift Dress

Petite
Rated 4.4884 out of 5 starsRated 4.4884 out of 5 starsRated 4.4884 out of 5 starsRated 4.4884 out of 5 starsRated 4.4884 out of 5 stars(43)

Ming WangPetite Size Linear Soft Knit V-Neck Elbow Sleeve Fit-And-Flare Dress

Petite

Alex EveningsPetite Size Lace Scoop Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Gown

Petite

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Short Sleeve Twisted Midi Dress

Petite
Rated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 stars(3)

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Short Sleeve Boat Neck Front Slit Glitter Jersey Dress

Petite
Rated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 starsRated 4.8 out of 5 stars(5)

Alex EveningsPetite Size Floral Metallic Print Jacquard Off The Shoulder Gown

Internet ExclusivePetite

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Shimmer Tiered Ruffle V-Neck Embellishment Short Flutter Sleeve Shift Dress

Petite

Ming WangPetite Size Bold Floral Jacquard Knit Round Neck Short Sleeve Sheath Dress

Internet Exclusive
Petite

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Color Block Scuba Crepe Crew Neck Short Sleeve Envelope Skirt Sheath Dress

Petite

XscapePetite Size Scuba Crepe V-Neck Sleeveless Wire Ruffle Trim Ruched Back Dress

Petite
Only size 14P, 16P available
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Adrianna PapellPetite Size Knit Crepe Flower Detail Short Sleeve Dress

Internet ExclusivePetite

Lauren Ralph LaurenPetite Size Crepe de Chine Dotted V-Neck Short Sleeve Fit & Flare Belted Midi Dress

Internet ExclusivePetite
Only size 10P available
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Adrianna PapellPetite Size Floral Print Embroidered A-line Flutter Sleeve Dress

Petite

R & M RichardsPetite Size Off-The-Shoulder Short Sleeve Sequin Lace Mermaid Gown

Petite
Rated 4.6667 out of 5 starsRated 4.6667 out of 5 starsRated 4.6667 out of 5 starsRated 4.6667 out of 5 starsRated 4.6667 out of 5 stars(3)

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Short Sleeve Scuba Crepe Sheath Dress

Petite

Alex EveningsPetite Size Crepe Embellish Boat Neck Short Sleeves Ruffle Cascade A-Line Gown

Petite

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Scuba Faux Suede Belted Sheath Mini Dress

Petite

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Scoop Neck Short Flutter Embellished Sleeve Glitter Metallic Knit Sheath Dress

Petite
Only size 10P, 12P available
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Chiffon Short Flutter Sleeve Belted Midi Floral Dress

Petite

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Short Sleeve Round Neck Beaded Trim Tiered Dress

Petite
Rated 4.8889 out of 5 starsRated 4.8889 out of 5 starsRated 4.8889 out of 5 starsRated 4.8889 out of 5 starsRated 4.8889 out of 5 stars(9)

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Short Sleeve Tiered Faux Wrap Floral Chiffon Maxi Dress

Petite

Mac DuggalPetite Boucle Tweed Short Sleeve A-Line Midi Dress

Internet Exclusive

Pisarro NightsPetite Size V-Neck Short Sleeve Godet Skirt Beaded Column Gown

Petite
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

SugarlipsPetite Size Fannie Striped Kristy Contrast Collared Short Sleeve Mini Dress

Petite

KasperPetite Short Sleeve Asymmetrical Neck Knee Length Dress

Petite
Only size 8P available
Rated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 stars(2)

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Short Sleeve Embellished Crew Neck 2-Piece Jacket Dress

Petite
Only size 12P, 14P available

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Floral Print Chiffon V-Neck Short Flutter Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress

Internet ExclusivePetite

Mac DuggalPetite Embellished Satin Cap Sleeve Long Gown With Pockets

Internet Exclusive
Only size 6 available

Mac DuggalPetite Appliqued Cap Sleeve Trumpet Long Gown

Internet Exclusive

Ruby Rd.Petite Size Tencel™ Split Neck Short Sleeve Lace-Up Shift Dress

Petite

Karen KanePetite Size Tencel Puff Sleeve Button-Front Tiered Shirt Dress

Internet ExclusivePetite

Mac DuggalPetite Beaded Crew Neck Ruched Short Sleeve Long Gown

Only size 10, 12 available
Rated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Karen KanePetite Size Floral Split V-Neck Short Puff Sleeve Tassel Tie Shift Dress

Petite

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Short Sleeve Crew Neck Ruched Mini Sheath Dress

Petite

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Glitter Mesh Boat Neck Short Sleeve Sheath Dress

Only size 12P, 14P available

CIEBONPetite Size Ashton Bird Print Collared V-Neck Short Sleeve Belted A-Line Mini Dress

Ming WangPetite Soft Knit V-Neck Short Sleeve Fit-And-Flare Midi Dress

Internet Exclusive
Petite

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Scuba Suede Crew Neck Short Sleeve Fit And Flare Midi Dress

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Petite
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(2)

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Chiffon Floral Print Short Sleeve Belted Fit and Flare Midi Dress

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Petite

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Plus Size Scuba Suede Round Neck Short Sleeve Fit And Flare Midi Dress

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Alex MariePetite Eileen Round Neckline Short Sleeve Shirt Dress

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Petite
Rated 1.5 out of 5 starsRated 1.5 out of 5 starsRated 1.5 out of 5 starsRated 1.5 out of 5 starsRated 1.5 out of 5 stars(2)

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Metallic Knit Ruched Waist Short Capelet Sleeve Dress

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Plus Size Chiffon Floral Print Short Sleeve Belted Fit and Flare Midi Dress

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 stars(2)

R & M RichardsPetite Size Crew Neck Short Sleeve Embroidered Sequin Poncho Overlay Sheath Dress

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

CalessaPetite Size Woven Border Leaf Print Point Collar Elbow Sleeve Tie-Belt Button Front Midi Dress

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Rated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Metallic Knit Short Flutter Sleeve Empire Waist Bodre Gown

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Petite
Only size 12P available

Lauren Ralph LaurenPetite Size Paisley Belted Georgette A-Line Dress

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Only size 10P available

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Salon Stretch Spilt Sleeve Cinched Waist Sheath Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Petite

CalessaPetite Size Blue Multi Patchwork Split V-Neck Short Sleeve Smocked Waist Tiered A-Line Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Petite
Only size PXL available

CalessaPetite Size Border Fall Print Point Collar Short Sleeve Midi Shirt Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Petite

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Floral Print Tiered Midi Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Only size 14P available
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

R & M RichardsPetite Size Floral Print Chiffon Bolero 3/4 Sleeve V-Neck Asymmetrical Ruffle Hem 2-Piece Jacket Dress

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Only size 12P available
Rated 4.1667 out of 5 starsRated 4.1667 out of 5 starsRated 4.1667 out of 5 starsRated 4.1667 out of 5 starsRated 4.1667 out of 5 stars(6)

Karen KanePetite Size Point Collar Short Puff Sleeve Tiered Button Front Shirtdress

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Only size PM, PXL available
DKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Sequin Houndstooth Short Sleeve Shift DressDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Sequin Houndstooth Short Sleeve Shift Dress

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Petite Size Sequin Houndstooth Short Sleeve Shift Dress

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