**Congrats to Josephine W. for winning this giveaway!! Thank you every who entered!**
I’ve planned a series of holiday giveaways for you guys, and am excited to start with one of my favorite brands for both clothing and home goods! I love the unique collections at Anthropologie, oftentimes available in petite sizing that’s exclusively sold there. This dress is by Geisha Designs which I hadn’t heard of until recently, and the petites in my usual size fit like this off the rack. To win a $300 gift card there (thanks to Anthro!) towards your favorite items, simply fill out the giveaway form at the end of this post.
Belt knotting how-to
My little buddy here is our friends’ puppy Stella…she had her own Christmas card shoot with Nick and decided to join me in these too. How could anyone say no to that face and cute little poncho sweater (and where can I find one in human size)? Our first photo was inspired by Anthro’s “who wore it better” doggie shoe-off series.
For reference, this Sugared Ruby dress in 00p measures of 12.25″ across the waist, 15″ across the hips, 12″ from the top of shoulder to waist (closer to empire style), and 34″ total length. I agree with the reviews that the lasercut detail is a stunner in-person although the material (it is lined) can be a little scratchy on the inside. I tried on a few other petite dress styles and really liked the Moilinette Soeurs “Baikal” floral dress, now on sale. That one is a fuller fit+flare style in a gorgeous oversized floral pattern, which a thin waist belt helps breaks up nicely. Sizing is limited since it’s on sale, but if your size is still left I’d highly recommend it as it is very good quality with detailed craftsmanship. It fits true to size and may need a hem job on someone my height since it hits at my upper calf (I dropped it off at the tailor to get 2″ taken up)
**Giveaway rules** To enter, visit Anthropologie’s website and let me know in the Rafflecopter giveaway form directly below what your favorite item is! Petite dresses specifically are here and regular-sized dresses are here. If you’re looking for something other than dresses, they also have an extensive selection of petite denim from a number of brands. (If you do win, you can of course use your gift card on any items of your choice!)
Giveaway is open internationally! One entry per person, please. Please make sure to use the Rafflecopter form so I have an email address to notify the winner at, but let me know in the comments if you have issues and I’ll record it manually. Winner will be drawn at random via Rafflecopter on December 23, 2014 and will be notified via email. Good luck!
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I really like the Chelan dress! Great colors and a fun pattern 🙂
So cute picture,love the xmas spirit.
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Mona dress!
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The laser-cut pattern of the dress is absolutely beautiful! And the puppy looks so adorable in the red sweater, awesome!
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Hard to choose favorites, but I really like the dress you featured here, the Sugared Ruby Sheath. Normally I don't shop at Anthropologie because how pricey it is, but love their stuff. Thanks for the giveaway!
Love the dress and the pup. My favorite is the Ruffle-back Sweater Dress:)
The Mona dress. Classy, sexy and sophisticated!
Love the black Narva mini dress in petite.
Your style is inspiring. I appreciate your sophisticated and tailored looks. You encourage me to dress better. Thank you for sharing
hmm I think I entered but I can't tell if it actually worked. My favorite item is the french fields gown.
Embroidered Octave Dress
I couldn't get the Rafflecopter to work
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Everything on their website is so lovely.. and expensive! My fav is the Michelia Petite Jumpsuit.
My current favorite dress is the Fatima Maxi Dress by Tracy Reeve. Maxi dress for petite size woman:) I love to pair it up with a denim jacket!
Love your blog as I too am an extra petite gal. I love a lot of the dresses; Anthropologie is one of my favorites for petite clothing. I particularly liked the Graphic Paisley Swing dress by Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent. I couldn't get the Rafflecopter to work. Linda Stansfield
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Always love your Anthro outfits! Fingers crossedddd, dying for the sequin wink loafers 🙂
Hi, Jean! I love the laser cut of your dress! You've also inspired me to buy the limited edition gold monogrammed mug as well as the plain black monogrammed mug! Question though, I noticed in you Instagram that you posted a pic of you in a darling pair of dotted PJs! Can you tell me where I can get them, please?
Love the Larksong Corduroy dress!
Love the Carissima Sheath dress
Love the Mona Dress!!!
Hello Jean! I don't know if my entry for the give away went through. I love your blog!! Lourdes
Gorgeous dress! You look so devine in it.
I really like the anwen pencil dress for work. Thanks, Jean
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Love the Lasercut Corsage Dress. Prefect for a New Year's Eve cocktail party.
Love the Tiga dress!!
I love the Carissima sheath dress for any formal occasion!
Love the rose jacquard dress!
The Mona dress because it's a balance of classy and sexy! 🙂
Ah, so exciting! Thank you!
Anthropologie is my FAVORITE store to shop at for clothing and home decor. This giveaway is literally the best thing to ever happen! All I want for christmas is an anthropologie dress 😀 <3
I actually had this red sugared dress on my Wishlist! Love it!
Love the Embroidered Octave Dress!!!
I love the necklaced mini dress!
Aside from your dress, on the casual side, I like the Sefarina Embellished Tunic.
Thank you for such a fabulous giveaway! Love everything from Anthro!!
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I love how you tied your belt! Can you show us how you did it?
Great giveaway!
what a fun shoot too with the puppy and you look gorgeous in that dress.
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Love the French Fields Dress! Wish I had an event to wear it at!
Love that tulle midi skirt but not sure I could pull it off. The Lene dress is something I'd actually wear.
Thank you for hosting such a lovely giveaway.
Love that dress for all the red-themed holidays.
Such a beautiful dress:)
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Embroidered Octave Dres
Love this dress and it's vintage feel!
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Gilt Jacquard Dress
I love those photos! They are better than many pics in catalogs.
I love the Larksong Corduroy Dress!
I got your entry, Alicia! I had a glitch in Rafflecopter for the first handful of entries but if you let me know your favorite item in a comment here I'll be sure to note it down : ) Sorry about that!
Love the Mona Dress!
Hmm…I tried to enter the giveaway and it didn't let me actually post what I liked from Anthro 🙁
Hi Jean! I love your blog and how creative and in depth you always are with your outfits and reviews 🙂 They are all so helpful. I also entered the giveaway, and I love the comfy look of the Dori Cable Sweater Dress!
Aw!! Such a cute first pic. Such a strategic shot with Stella in heels! 🙂