How Emelia Morris Styles Petite Outfits: Confidence by Design with Leina + Fleur

Meet Emelia Morris

Emelia Morris, a celebrated personal stylist, was recently featured in Mamamia article titled "I'm a stylist and these are the best brands I turn to for petite women."

"A brand I love introducing to my personal styling clients and sharing with my followers is Gold Coast-based Leina + Fleur. Not only are they size inclusive (everything comes in size 8 to 24), many of their pieces are also made here in Australia."

A fashion writer, workshop host, and content creator who champions body confidence and style for every woman - especially those navigating unique proportions and petite frames. Once hiding behind oversized silhouettes, Emelia believes:

“Your body is never the problem, it’s about knowing how to work with your unique shape to create a style you love.” - Emelia Morris

That powerful ethos resonates deeply with Leina + Fleur’s values. We're thrilled to collaborate with Emelia because, she understands firsthand that “petite” isn’t about size—it’s about proportions. As Emelia explains:

“Petite fashion isn’t about being a smaller size. It’s specifically for women who are approximately 5′4″ (164 cm) and under. You can be a size 6 or a size 16 and still face the same fit challenges if you're on the shorter side. The difference is all in the proportions...” - Emelia Morris for Mamamia 

With her styling formulas—dressing for confidence, the rule of thirds, three-colour harmony, and avoiding trend fatigue—Emelia brings a masterclass in elegance that perfectly aligns with our inclusive design ethos.

Rule of Thirds: Mastering Proportional Styling with Leina + Fleur

Emelia champions the rule of thirds as a key styling technique for petite women—visually dividing an outfit into uneven segments (roughly one-third and two-thirds) to create balance and avoid overwhelming the frame. She demonstrates this beautifully with our Wide Leg Pants, which come in three different lengths: short, regular and long. The pants form the lower two-thirds, elongating the silhouette. Emelia paired these pants with a sleek black tops tucked in to reveal just the right proportion of torso. She then added layers with two jackets: the Garcia Jacket, which offers crisp, cropped structure (perfect for the one-third segment), and the Lyndon Jacket, her favourite, which brings softness and fluidity that glides over the body. She also showed versatility in styling—wearing the jacket open for relaxed elegance or cinched at the waist to emphasise the narrowest point, showcasing how proportion can be adjusted for flattering shapes on petite frames.

Fit Over Size: Why Petite Is All About Proportions

For Emelia, petite dressing is about fit, not size. Whether a woman wears a size 6 or 16, if she’s around 5′4″ (164 cm) or under, fit challenges persist because standard clothes don’t account for proportion differences. That’s why many of Leina + Fleur designs contain easy-to-adjust features such as wrap necklines, foldable waistlines and ruching to ensure garments sit precisely where they should, without overwhelming the frame.

Emelia’s next standout was the Nadine Dress in Claret, a deep, elegant burgundy. The dress’s signature ruching gently sculpts the midsection, while the thoughtfully cut sleeves allow easy adjustment to suit personal style and comfort. Emelia paired it with pearl earrings and bone-toned pointed heels, creating a look that’s both sophisticated and flattering.

Prioritize Confidence and Proportion Over Trends

Emelia’s core styling philosophy is about dressing for personal confidence and proportion, not simply following fast-moving trends. She advocates for embracing timeless shapes, bold yet harmonious colour palettes, and styling that truly works with your unique body—creating sustainable elegance that lasts beyond seasonal fads. This approach resonates strongly with Leina + Fleur customers, many of whom look for well-considered proportions and flattering fits that make them feel empowered. One reviewer shared how a dress

“...fits beautifully and enhances my shape without feeling trendy or gimmicky,” - Janet (VIC)

while another highlighted that

“ I love the elegance and comfort of L+F garments that lasts season after season.” - Karen (QLD)

These voices echo Emelia’s belief that clothes should support your style and confidence long term, focusing on quality, balance, and wearable sophistication rather than fleeting fashion moments.