What does petite mean on this jean?

It refers to the proportions: a 10-inch rise and a 28-inch inseam, cut shorter than standard straight jeans. The leg is a slim straight stovepipe, not a skinny.

Is the fabric stretchy?

Yes. It is 54% cotton, 24% rayon, 20% REPREVE polyester and 2% spandex, so it has some give. It is not rigid selvedge-style denim.

How should I wash it?

Machine wash cold, inside out, with like colors. Tumble dry low, skip bleach, and use a cool iron if needed.

Will the dark indigo fade?

Dark indigo denim typically lightens with washing and wear. Washing cold and inside out slows it, and the color can transfer to light seats and bags early on.

Does it fit true to size?

The brand says it runs true to size. If you are between sizes, the spandex gives the fabric some stretch.

It is recycled polyester made from plastic waste, used here as 20% of the fabric. It adds durability and some stretch recovery to the cotton and rayon.