We all know fall is the start of cuffing season, but this time around, I’m talking about more than just your dating prospects. Cuffed jeans are back in a big way, with retailers like Nordstrom and brands like Madewell stocking all sorts of fresh styles complete with pre-cuffed hemlines. The look is cool, casual and a little bit retro (hello, ‘90s!). The only issue? Not all cuffs are created equal—particularly if you’re styling them as a petite.

It may sound counterintuitive, given that cuffing is a go-to for shorties when faced with fabric pooling at their feet, but the reality is that they have a tendency to visually cut off our legs, making them look shorter (an issue I know all too well as a 5’1” lady). But worry not, fellow petites, because I’ve nailed down a few tips for making cuffs work for those of us lacking in the height department. Find photos of them in action ahead, demonstrated by yours truly and some other denim darlings.

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