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.
Yay for quality time with Mom! I’d love a Nordstrom gift card because they have the best mix of timeless and trend and a variety of quality and price points.
Nordstrom!
Precious that you get to spend time with your mom and nori before baby arrives!! Soak up all the time with nori before she becomes big sister! I’m a full time working mom with two little boys (3 and 6) and been working from home and distance learning since March. I’ve had zero me time so would love to splurge on myself with some products from nordy’s. Enjoy the last few weeks of being pregnant and enjoy those baby kicks 🙂
Would love to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary sale with your recommendations!
I’ve been following you for a few years now and adamantly follow your recommendations as a fellow petite lady. Thanks for doing this giveaway!
I have an 8 month old baby boy. I would like a Nordstrom gift card. I have been eyeing the Barefoot Dreams sweater for a while. I buy mostly stuff for the baby. Recently I bought some self care items for myself. 😊 Thanks Jean. I’ve admired you for years. I’m 5’1 in my mid 30’s. .
You’ve been my fashion inspo for a few years now! Love your blog and IG.
Nordstrom would be awesome. 😄
I would love love love a gift card to Nordstrom! My most favorite place to shop! Nordstrom carries many of the same brands and products over an extended period of time. Always have something I’m looking for and exploring the new!
Love all the fits!! Especially the Nordstrom list. If picked, I’d love a gift card to that store.
Would love a Nordstrom gift card.. You both look amazing by the way 🥰
Thank you fir hosting this giveaway. I’d love to win the Nordstrom gift card ❤️❤️❤️
Nordstrom please! 🙂
I love how thorough you are with your reviews! Definitely helps me decide where to buy from and your tailoring tips and hacks are so helpful for us petite ones! I would love the Nordstrom gift card and really appreciate how generous you are to your followers! 🙂
Nordstrom! Absolutely adore the mommy daughter love ❤️
Love your site for inspiration on petite friendly fashion, particularly the recent maternity/nursing posts as I’m recently postpartum with baby 3! Would love a gift card to Nordstrom.
A gift card to Nordstrom would be amazing!
Hi Jean,
Thank you for all of your seasonal and NSale posts. So helpful in making purchases for myself and for others too! I love your sound decision making and style. If selected for the gift card drawing I would love a gift card to Nordstrom. Thank you for sharing your talent with all of us!
Sincerely,
Tara
Love your style. Nordstrom please.
Would love a gift card to Nordstrom! 🙂 much more selection for a petite gal like me!
Hi Jean! Entering your contest. I would love a gift card to express. Love this blog!
The Nordstrom’s picks look awesome!
Thanks for sharing different styling for you and your mom.
Dermstore!
Thank you for this post 🙂
So happy a friend told me about your IG! Love reading your style posts and have tried some of the recipes-also love Nordstroms ☺️
Would love giftcard to Nordstrom! Its my first time being pregnant and have been loving all your baby/infant related posts. Thank you for always being so honest, thoughtful, and thorough with your reviews.
Nordstrom
In love with all your content Jean! It always saves me time when I shop as you find the most fashionable and practical items. Would love to get a Nordstrom gift card to get your maternity recommendations as we have a 2nd one on the way like your family : ) All the best to your growing family!
Love your style & your cute family! Currently going to school in Mass & would love a Nordstrom gift card!
Everything is so cute! I’m so glad I found your page, I’m petite as well (5 feet) and have loved purchasing items you suggest. Thank you!
PS: I’d love a gift card to Nordstrom!
Nordstrom! Love your blog 🙂
Abercrombie
Loved seeing these styled outfits with your mom!! True testament to how timeless your outfit recommendations are because they look great on your mom too!! Would love to win a Nordstrom gift card!
This is super sweet of you. If I can win, I would love Nordstrom.
I’m a recent college graduate and would love a Nordstrom gift card to build my wardrobe for my first job!
Nordstrom! The recommendations are so helpful getting ready for the Sale!
Absolutely love your blog entries for storage , organization and best deals that are going around with your favs. I’d love a Norstrom gift card!
Hi Jean, I really enjoy your blog and thank you for doing this giveaway! Would love to shop the nordstrom sale with a gift card!
❤️Nordstrom
Nordstrom please =) Thank you for such an informative post as always.
I’d love to have a gift card to Nordstrom! Thanks for offering this great give away!
Nordstrom!
Your Mom looks so young!
Hi Jean!
I love your IG content! U know, I really wanna to change my style like more minimalist with two kiddos (baby and toddler) I need simplified my wardrobe.
Hi Jean, I love your sense of fashion and I tried making your mother in laws zucchini cake, so delicious!!!
My son has a dairy allergy too, and I SO appreciate all your recipes and substitutions! Many of your recipes are part of our weekly rotation. 🙂
I forgot to say I’d love Nordstrom!
I love your dress. Can u tell us about it?
Thank you! I included some sizing details about the dress in this post (https://www.extrapetite.com/2020/05/best-sales-anthropologie-petites.html) under the Anthro section.
I would love to get a gift card to Nordstrom!
You and your mom have the cutest style and bond! I would love a giftcard to Nordstrom’s so I can take my mom shopping, too 🙂
So sweet to see you and your mom together! I’ve been missing my mom during lockdown and cannot wait to see her again. I would love to go shopping with my mom at Nordstrom, so the Nordstrom gift card would be amazing. Thank you for doing a give away!
Thank you for doing this! Love all the pictures of you and your mom! I would love a Nordstrom gift card! 🙂
Backcountry for me!
Love your sale pics! And I would LOVE a gift card for Nordstrom. I don’t get to shop until Thursday but my wishlist is already fully loaded!
I’d love a gift card to Nordstom to stock up on more cozy basics that make me feel more put together!
Nordstrom 🙂