Petite Straight Ankle Hollywood Waist Pants
$79.00
A straight-leg ankle pant cut for petite proportions, with Anne Klein's signature Hollywood waist, a wide, seamless front panel that sits at a higher rise and creates a clean, flat line across the midsection with no traditional waistband bulk. The ankle-length hem hits at the break, making it as sharp with pointed-toe flats for a full day of back-to-back meetings as it is with heels for an evening client dinner.
- Smooth ponte-weight knit, structured with light stretch
- Hollywood waist construction, wide seamless front panel, no visible waistband seam
- High rise, ankle-length hem, straight leg cut for petite proportions
- Clean front crease, no pockets at the front face
How to Style It
Why It Works
The Hollywood waist construction eliminates waistband bulk entirely, giving petite proportions a clean, unbroken line from waist to hem.
- The wide seamless front panel smooths the midsection without a traditional waistband, removing the folding and bunching that standard trousers create on petite frames.
- The ankle-length hem is cut specifically for petite heights, landing at the natural break without requiring alterations.
- The straight leg and high rise create a long, vertical line that pairs cleanly with both tucked blouses and structured blazers.
Use Cases
- All-day client meetings
- Office presentations requiring a polished look
- Professional networking events
- Work travel in a compact suitcase
- Evening work dinners
Compatibility
- Pairs With: Tailored blazer, Woven blouse, Pointed-toe flat or low heel, Structured tote or top-handle bag
- Outfit Contexts: Client presentation, Office lunch, Evening work event
Fit Logic
- Silhouette: High-rise straight leg cut to ankle length, with a wide seamless Hollywood waist panel replacing the traditional waistband. The leg is slim enough to read tailored but not skin-tight. Proportioned specifically for petite frames.
- Best For: Petite heights where standard ankle pants still require hemming. The high Hollywood waist works best when paired with a tucked or half-tucked top to show the clean front panel.
- Styling Tip: Pair with a fitted, tucked blouse and a pointed-toe flat to maximize the leg-lengthening effect of the ankle hem on a petite frame.
Care Notes
- Fabric: Ponte-weight knit, likely polyester or polyester-blend
- Washing: Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, or hand wash cold
- Drying: Lay flat to dry or tumble dry low to preserve shape
- Ironing: Steam or iron on low if needed; avoid high heat on knit fabric
- Special Notes: Turn inside out before washing to protect the smooth front panel finish
What exactly is the Hollywood waist and how is it different from a regular waistband?
The Hollywood waist is a wide, seamless front panel that extends from the waistline down across the midsection. Unlike a traditional waistband, there is no separate band stitched on top of the pant — the front sits flat and smooth with no visible seam at the waist. The result is a cleaner silhouette, particularly under tucked tops and blouses.
Are these cut differently from regular sizing, or just shorter?
These are cut specifically for petite proportions, not simply hemmed down from a regular length. The rise, leg opening, and overall pant geometry are scaled for a shorter frame, so the ankle hem and high waist sit at the intended points without needing alterations.
Do the white pants show through or feel sheer?
The ponte-weight knit construction gives these pants a structured, opaque finish. The fabric has enough body that white wears cleanly without sheerness, particularly through the Hollywood waist panel.