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How we chose The Shop TODAY team rounded up the best dresses for petites by enlisting the recommendations of two personal stylists as well as tried-and-true picks from our team of (petite) editors

Sparkly Dark Navy Sequin V-neck Mermaid Prom Dress $202.5 USD (free shipping) Sparkly dark navy sequin floor length long mermaid prom, military ball, or evening formal dress, V neckline with thin shoulder straps, open lace up tied back, short train

I was a little hesitant to try out padded shorts at first, because I wasn't sure I'd like the look on myself

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However, showing up in jeans still isn't acceptable in many workplaces