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.
Nordstroms! Love that I can shop for my whole family and home there.
You and your mom can pull off the best looks!!! I’d love a gift card to Nordstrom! COVID has made my workout motivation dwindle and I love their Zelle line. New workout clothes might bring that renewed motivation!! Thank you for doing this awesome giveaway!!
Hi jean! I love your style and would a Nordstrom gift card! I need some new fall basics!
I would love to win the Nordstrom gift card for back to school shopping for my two kids! Thank you!
Nordstrom!
Thanks for doing the giveaway! Nordstrom, please!
Love the outfits on both you and your mom! Would like a Nordstrom gift card!
Nordstrom! My mom is my favorite person to shop with, I would love to share it with her!
Loved your styling!!! I can imagine how it must feel to have your mom around especially after the lockdown! I’d love to win a gift card to Nordstrom!
I’m 4’11” and 95 pounds, so needless to say, I struggle to find chic clothes that fit me well. You always post such great things and have given me some new resources. The only store in your blog post that I know we have in Canada is Nordstrom.
Your mom is so cute! Glad that Nori also get to spend some time with her 婆婆. I also love those boots from Nordstrom sale and giftcard from them will be nice. Thank you for sharing this post, Jean!
As a professional beginning their career, I would love a gift card to Nordstrom to complete my office wardrobe.
I would love to buy new business wear (accessories and clothes) since I am transitioning from graduate student status to full time working life. My wardrobe would appreciate a much needed update!
Love your style. Would love a Nordstrom gift card to shop the anniversary sale! Thanks for always sharing great content and congrats on your baby on the way.
I would love an express gift card-their work pants are a game changer! Also I admire the combinations of casual and classic that you always use for your blog and insta posts!
Love this post, and all your content! Would love a Nordstrom shopping trip!!
I love the outdoors and a Backcountry gift card would be amazing! You and your mom look so alike, both in stature and features. Unfortunately at 5’8″, my mom is 10″ taller than me and I only wish we could shop in the similar size departments 🙂
I love your blog! You and Nori are always so cute! Nordstrom would be my choice of store to shop at!
Express👍🏽
Express has the style of clothes that I like and is affordable.😊
I would love a Nordstrom gift card! I love all your posts for petite frames like myself!
Express! My mum and I are under 5ft thus always finding it rough to find perfect fit. We would love to try the express fit!
Lots of great finds! I’d love a Nordstrom gift card — just had my twins in May and am finally feeling like I can wear “real” clothes again 😂
Love your posts – have been following you for a couple of years now and love seeing your blog evolve from newlywed, to mama to be to (soon to be) mama of two!
So generous of you to host this giveaway – Nordstrom’s is my splurge 🙂
Thank you!!
I would love a Nordstrom gift card!
I’ve never shopped the Nordstrom sale and would love to with this gift card.
Nordstrom. I love all your recommendations.
Love all of your picks from the Nordstrom sale. Thank you for all of the sizing tips, especially on the adidas.
I’d love a gift card for Nordstrom! You and your mom are beautiful 🙂
You and your mom are so cute! Thanks for offering a giveaway. I would love a Nordstrom gift card.
Hey Jean ,
So glad I am finally participating in one of your generous giveaways . My choice of gift card would an Abercrombie card.they have petite friendlt denims and pants I love them.
Nordstrom! I’m having a baby boy around the same time this fall and have been loving their selection of baby clothing.
Awesome post! Would love to win a GC for Nordstrom!
I’d love a Backcountry GC to get some new boots. Already anticipating those Midwest winters!
I am due with a baby boy in November and would love the Nordstrom gift card – their baby clothing selection is great this year! Thank you for all of your detailed recs on baby gear as well, they have been so helpful to reference!
Adidas gift card to spend with my sisters so we can all have new shoes!
This is so adorable!! I would love more Nordstrom clothing 💕
You both look like sisters. Miss those days of twinning with my mom, I live too far away from home now! I would love a Dermstore g/c because I’m all for skincare.
You and your mom look lovely, Jean!
I would love a gift card to Nordstrom, one of my favorite stores. 🙂
Love it when you include your family ❤ I can only hope my kids will have the Nori and po po relationship with my mom. I would love the Nordstrom card to get a pair of those Adidas sneakers for my mom and I 😍
I’ve been following yours posts about the Nsale and would love a Nordstrom gift card!
Super helpful reviews! Nordstrom would be my top choice. Thanks!
Love to see the bond you and your mom have!
I would be thrilled to get a gift card to Backcountry – with the fall coming up it would be great to get some new hiking gear to get outside with my kiddos!
Would love a Nordstrom card if I’m a winner! I’m same size as you (pre pregnancy) and look forward to your recs on that sale every year!
I would love a Nordstrom giftcard! Thanks so much for this blog post. Your style is amazing!!!
I would love the chance to win a gift card to Nordstrom to shop the sales, particularly for the baby items!
Nordstrom! I would love to take my mum shopping there! She and I are under 5ft and Would love to try their petite fit!
I would love a Nordstrom gift card. They have such an expansive selection, from every day staples to high-end pieces. Also love their great selection of petite clothing.
Abercrombie has really impressed me these days but with baby number 2 coming along that Nordstrom sale is def going to come in handy! 🤗
One of my favorite posts ever, Jean…your mom is gorgeous!
Thanks so much about the sizing advice on the Gibson tunic…I’m your height and have it in petite sizing, but I haven’t seen that option pop up yet during the anniversary sale. Now that I’ve seen how the regular size looks on someone our height, I can feel confident in ordering!
I love when your Nordstrom anniversary sale posts and winning a nordstrom gift card would be so amazing so I can treat my mom!
I always have trouble finding clothing that fits for my petite frame! From pants to jumpsuits to dresses, it has always been a struggle. I would love a Nordstrom gift card to purchase clothing that will finally fit me!
I love your style in both home decor and clothing. I also love the easy home food recipes too! Would love a giftcard to Nordstorm, if selected.