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Petite Straight Ankle Hollywood Waist Pants

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CRISP WHITE
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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

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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.

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