On mom: Barefoot Dreams cardigan xs/s, Zella pocket leggings xs, Adidas womens sneakers (TTS)
On me: Anthropologie petites dress xsp c/o, old Ann Taylor belt
Update 8/17: The gift card giveaway winners are…
Elisa Z, Bethany Gualtieri, Michelle K Chu, and Milenis G! Update 8/19 – these 4 winners have each been in contact & confirmed! See below for 5 additional winners just drawn!
Update 8/19: Because there were many entries, as a small thank you I chose 5 additional winners to receive a $75 gift card! Please contact me at jean@extrapetite.com using the email address that you entered the giveaway with. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Liz L. (Chui), Amanda Kim, Barbara F., Shelly E. 3020, and Anglina K.
My sweet mom is in town helping out with some things, and I thought it’d be fun to share outfits styled on both her and me this week! For fit reference, she’s 105lbs, a little under 5’2,” and usually wears xs petite / 0P in tops, 2P in bottoms. She has a fairly minimalist wardrobe (mostly the same few basics she wears on repeat + a few special, dressier pieces), so we’ll be sharing a few items she’s gotten good mileage from over years past, plus a few sale try-ons this year!
Here are a few great promos going on in addition to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale:
1. Backcountry
The Deal: Their big semiannual sale with deals on Patagonia jackets, Arc’teryx, Sorel & more!
- My favorite Patagonia better sweater style in a pullover with kangaroo pockets. See on me in this post.
- Sorel slimpack II lace boots in quarry/grey from this blog post (I size up in Sorels).
- Patagonia down sweater jacket starts in xxs
- Patagonia prairie dawn parka (roomier fit) see my fit review for this parka.
2. Dermstore
The Deal: Up to 25% off & free ship event with code CELEBRATE, ends 8/17. Includes lots of major skincare (including Sunday Riley value kits), hair care, and skincare devices like NuFace. Some products I use and love:
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- Oribe dry texturizing spray at a rare discount (see how I use it). If you want both the texture spray & dry shampoo, though, this Nsale set is a better deal.
- Oribe serene scalp shampoo & conditioner for dry scalp is something I splurge on!
3. Express
The Deal: 50% off these petite-friendly picks:
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- Classic belted camel pant – starting in size 00 short. My mom tried these on and found them to be flattering & TTS.
- High waisted supersoft straight crop pant – starting in 00 short. My mom also tried these and liked the cropped length, slightly wider leg, and stretchy (yet not too casual looking) material for WFH. She fit size 0 short.
- High waisted cropped black pants – these are final sale but only $15 when you add to cart!! These have a flat front and no button / tab detailing compared to the super soft pair above, but similar cut.
- Ruffle sleeve textured top – beautiful, looser fit low maintenance top that looks great half tucked.
4. Abercrombie
The Deal: (Update: sale has ended) 50% off jeans, 25% off everything else. You can filter on the sidebar for your size and short, regular or long inseams! Here are all the styles currently available in “short” sizing starting in size 24 waist.
- If you’re very petite, try their high rise super skinny ankle jean in “short” with a 24″ inseam, otherwise their regular high rise legging jean is a classic with a 26″ inseam.
5. Nordstrom (non-anniversary deals)
The Deal: There are actually a lot of pretty steep markdowns on their site (in particular, lots of shoes in size 4 & up) outside of the Anniversary items. I always suggest narrowing down sale items by filtering by your size and price point on the sidebar.
This casual outfit got a lot of questions from my mom’s cameo on IG stories, so posting it here with sizing info!
Sharing a few additional notes on our outfit items below! On me:
Socialite tee ($15.90 on sale) in 2 great prints
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- An underrated item from the Anniversary sale that you’ll have to put on to understand. Material is super comfortable, soft, stretchy and not thin in weight. The prints pair with SO much from casual to work from home / office looks – my mom & I will show how to style this a few ways this week!
- Fit: roomier, oversized fit with dropped shoulder style sleeves. Good if you like a slouchier or knotted tee look (this is not a fitted tee).
Zella Maternity Live In Crop Leggings
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- Gosh I love these so much, as an achy preggo in her 3rd trimester! Not on sale but these have been worth it for the belly & back support they provide me several times a week lately. I wear these probably several times a week and will also be getting good wear out of them postpartum! Learned my lesson first pregnancy that it takes a long time to get back into my regular high rise leggings. There *is* a Zella maternity style on sale, but note it has a 27″ inseam which I knew would be too long on me.
- Fit: I got 1 size up from my pre-pregnancy size because I personally don’t like my clothes too snug during pregnancy.
Adidas Swift Kids Sneakers ($39.90 on sale – should fit up to womens size 9.5!)
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- Raved about this find on IG stories – stretchy knit material, flexible sole, ortholite insoles. The “ash pearl” color is like a blush – nude/beige and not too pink, flattering when worn against bare legs. The color in the stock photo is more accurate than my pic.
- Fit: I got big kids size 4 which = womens 36, and it feels like a womens 5.5-6. I potentially could’ve gone another half size down, depending on sock thickness. I would rely on this size chart from Adidas instead of what’s on Nordstrom’s site (top row is the big kids size, bottom row is EUR womens size):
On my mom:
First 2 are pieces I got my mom years ago, that she mixes in regularly with her everyday outfits!
Gibson twist front cozy tunic ($28.90 on sale)
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- Fit: She has xxs regular bc she prefers the length (the petites, when available, is a much shorter length, can be worn as a top but not a tunic). See it on me below in the same size, from when I was pregnant with Nori!
Barefoot dreams circle cardigan ($68.90 on sale)
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- Fit: She has size xs / s in “heather pewter” which is a slightly oversized, longer fit on someone who is my pre-pregnancy size.
Zella 7/8 length leggings ($42.90 on sale; kids are $24.90 on sale)
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- Fit: XS is very comfortable (slightly lighter in weight than their “live in” fabric) on her with a flattering mid-high rise. 7/8 is a perfect petite-friendly length.
- Kids Alternative: She also has Zella kids leggings in size XL pictured above, on sale for under $25! I usually opt for womens personally, as the kids version does not offer as much compression in the fabric and the rise is about an inch shorter compared to womens. My mom is nearly 5’2″ and the length of the kids XL leggings and the sleeves of their kids XL tops are about an inch long on her. My cousin who is similar to my pre-pregnancy height and weight buys Zella kids size L tops and leggings.
My Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Guides:
1. My NSale Best of Boots & Shoes Fit Reviews
Just updated this last night with a few additional try-ons and recommendations at the very bottom! Want to highlight the Topshop Jamie jeans in petite & regular (petite has a 25″ inseam, true medium grey wash that looks nice in person).
Includes a few of the most flattering boots, waterproof leather shoes, everyday flats, and my recommendations for those with narrow ankles or calves.
2. My Most Versatile & Practical NSale Picks
Including my mini review on Allsaints leather jackets. Amongst the 9 picks, I’ve had these for a while and love them:
- Gibson knit blazer ($50) – my top rec from the sale. Nice slim fit on the petites. I have xxsp bought a long time ago at full price. And I do machine wash mine on delicates cold water inside out, but do not machine dry.
- BP faux leather leggings ($29) – Love these so much. I got xxs last year at full price and fold the extra length under.
- Tie waist ankle pants in a good fabric & beautiful rust color – I got 00 petite last year
- Barefoot dreams circle cardigan – xs/s is a slightly oversized longer fit on me. I’ve also gotten this for my mom (as seen above), aunts, and multiple friends (great new mom gift)
3. Five Baby Gear Deals + Guide to Different Nuna Car Seats
- Stokke Tripp Trapp High Chair (brown wood)
- Nuna Infant Car Seats – how to choose between the Pipa, RX, Lite & Lite LX
- Nuna Rava – Nori currently uses this after she outgrew her Pipa!
- UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller – converts from single to double seater.
- Nuna Mixx Next Stroller – Newest 2020 version is currently only available at Nordies
Eliza J is one of my mom’s favorite brands for dressier pieces, and she prefers jumpsuits over skirts so she doesn’t have to think much about styling the outfit. She may not be going many places dressed up these days, but this pocketed jumpsuit (starts in 0 Petite) was SO flattering on her I had to share. Fit of the petites is TTS – she is wearing 2P and the material has a little stretch.
Definitely backcountry ! Thanks jean
I would love a Express or Nordstrom Card. Such special and beautiful pics of your mother and you! 🥰
Hi! I would love to get a giftcard to Nordstrom please. And you’re mom is so cute!
Nordstrom please! Long time lurker. You’re the first person I stumbled upon back when I was in college who wore clothes that fit me. Thanks for being such a fashion inspiration as well as sharing your story as a person.
I’m a petite myself, so your style is an inspiration to me. I would like Nordstrom gift card please
Would love a Nordstrom giftcard – that Gibson twist tunic is so cute on both you and your mom!!
Love your content! Originally, found you on Pinterest many years ago and then couple of years later, found you on Instagram unknowingly that I had pinned a few things from you on Pinterest. I have loved following along since from fashion, baby, and cooking. I would love a Nordstrom gift card.
Nordstrom gift card just in time for the anniversary sale 😉
Nordstrom! Thank you for this giveaway!
I’d love a gift card to Backcountry 🙂
Hi Jean,
You and your mom look lovely. Thank you for sharing so many styling tips and sales. It’s much appreciated.
I would love Nordstrom gift card.
Thank you!
I’d love a gift card for nordstrom!!
Keep doing your thing Jean, love seeing your posts about sales, food recipes and recommendations!!
Hi Jean! Both you and momma are so stylish! I would love a Nordstrom gift card! Thank you so much for hosting a giveaway 🙂
It’s so nice to see your mom! Please have her share some of her recipes. I’ve been leaning into minimalism this quarantine but I’ve always wanted to treat myself to some quality items from the dermstore.
Btw I’m glad you mentioned the maternity leggings. A big mistake I made with babe 1 was not splurging on a couple of quality pieces.
Mary H
Houle.mary@gmail.com
I would love to shop at Nordstrom’s!!!! They are my favorite.
I would love a Nordstrom gift card so I can snag a few of the items you list in your sale guide!
I’d love a Nordstrom card for a fall shopping spree!
Live the Barefoot Dreams sweater. They look great on all ages and are so cozy. Nordstrom’s would be my pick!
I absolutely love your blog and IG! I am petite and it is so hard to find someone who not only shops the same size, but has tips and tricks to alter things that dont fit exactly right!
I love Abercrombie and Nordstroms!!! and I would be forever grateful to win one of those giftcards!
You and your mom look amazing! I’d love to dress my mom too. I always look forward to seeing your post for inspiration since I’m similar in size. Thank you for always being so detailed with your research and recommendations! I’d love to get some baby stuff & something for my mom from Nordstrom. Thank you for doing the giveaway, You’re so kind. <3
Nordstrom. It’s great to get your summary of an otherwise overwhelming amount of stuff on their website
I would love a gift card for Nordstrom.
Such an adorable post of you and your mom. Loving your blog and your style. I appreciate all of the tips you have for Nordstrom! Feeling inspired to find something to match with my mom!
Nordstrom or Abercrombie. What a fun giveaway during such crazy times. Thank you!
I’d love Abercrombie! I like that they have a long inseam option for their denim since I’m tall.
I would love a gift card to Nordstrom – make my dollars work with the sale. I’d probably treat my mama, too. Her birthday is in a week.
You and your mom are the cutest!
I would love a Nordstrom gift card! Will come in handy for the anniversary sale 😉
Thank you!
Definitely a Nordstrom gift card to shop the anniversary sale 🙂
Jean, I love your posts. Even though I’m not petite. I love how thorough and complete your content is! Very helpful!
I’d love to shop at all 5 stores, but I’ll say a gift card to Dermstore would be great! It’s hard for me to spend money on skincare.
What a great and detailed post. I love your blog and always come to it before purchasing anything baby related.
Would love to shop at Nordstrom to buy my baby the Nuna car seat.
I would love a Nordstrom gift card!
Nordstrom!! You are the sweetest and I love your style and family!
I would love a Nordstrom gift card. So glad your mom is able to spend time with you!
I love following you on IG and the blog! Thanks for all the content! I’d love to win a gc from Nordstrom!
I always love seeing your picks, thanks for these guides! I would love a Nordstrom gift card to get some of these pieces!
Ohhh the zella maternity live in crop leggings! 😍😍 In my third trimester as well and would love some comfy leggings for now and postpartum! 🙂
Nordstrom! 😂
Hi Jean! I’d love a Nordstrom gift card so I can buy some baby gear for my little one arriving in October! Thank you!
Nordstrom is my fav store to shop for petites and I would love a gift card for there. 😊
LOVE your blog. Thank you for all your thoughtful and detailed posts!
I’d love the Nordstrom gift card. Thank you
When I saw your story of your mom I was in shock – like no way is that your mom.. You two could be sisters! You know what they say, asian don’t raisin. 😉 Thank you for sharing all the things that you do Jean. From being a mom, wife, and influencer I know it must be tough sometimes but one thing I know is you’re always so consistent! Thanks for inspiring me to keep going. A gift card to backcountry or express would be nice, but anything is appreciated!
Love all your style and picks! And congratulations on baby number two. 😊
I would love a Nordstrom gift card.
Nordstrom please! I love using your style as inspiration for styling my outfits, especially for work and going out! Thanks!
I love these posts where you feature your mom and how both your outfits compliment each other! I would love a giftcard to Abercrombie –
From your past recommendations I had purchased the lace cami and loved it! Thanks for hosting this giveaway, Jean! 🙂
Nordstrom❤️! Thanks for your posts.
Thank you for another thoughtful post, Jean! I’m following all your Nordstrom sale content, waiting for the public sale 🙂
Love all of these – but would especially love a Nordstrom gift card! 💕
Nordstrom 🙂
I would love a Backcountry gift card! We live to hike and camp with our son and dogs, so we could definitely put it to good use!
I’d love a Nordstrom gift card! Hoping to get some pieces you’re wearing!
Jean, you and your mom look amazing! I follow you on IG and I love your style and enjoy when you share your favorite items, with that said a Nordstorm giftcard would be great!
Nordstrom 🙂