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.
Nordstrom! Your mom looks fantastic and I can see the resemblance! 🙂
Nordstrom! I love all of your suggestions and am so excited to shop the Anniversary Sale this year.
Nordstrom please 🙂
Definitely Nordstrom! Always love reading your blog for style and food recommendations.
I got the gibson blazer by your rec and want another color 🙂 Nordstrom would be great, thanks jean!
I’m an avid rock climber and spend 5 out of 7 days either climbing or at the gym so my activewear gets a lot of use. I would greatly appreciate a backcountry gift card to replace and liven up my closet!
I LOVE Nordstrom! I look forward to the NSale every year! I love grabbing staples to wear year after year! You and your mom are the cutest! I grabbed the adidas sneakers you shared! Can’t believe they were under $40! Such a steal!
Nordstrom – I love all the pieces I’ve gotten based on your recs
Love your blog. Would to shop at Nordstrom!
Hi Jean, just want to say I love love you and your little girl. I love getting tips from you because I had my baby girl just a few months after you and it helps so much so please keep sharing what you love. I would love a Nordstrom card if I get lucky but most importantly best wishes to you and your lovely family 😊
Would love to win the gift card to Nordstrom! Loved all your top picks for the anniversary sale. PS- you and your mom are both adorable! Love how close you guys are. 🙂
I love these looks! An Abercrombie gift card would be amazing 🙂 I love how you’ve styled Abercrombie outfits in the past and would love some new work from home outfits!
Love both of your styles! So chic and wearable! I would love to try out some Abercrombie denim! I haven’t shopped there in years!
Nordstrom’s please 🙏🤞
Love your insightful postings!! My mom will be visiting us from Korea to see her grand daughter for the FIRST TIME! Would love to treat her at Nordstrom and get matching sneakers with her grand daughter ❤️
Love the fashionable looks with the sneakers! Would love a Nordstrom gift card to treat-yo-self!! ❤️
Love both the dressed up and dressed down outfits, your styles are so classic. You and your beautiful mom are just glowing! I would love a gift card to Nordstrom to buy a Leith dress!
I love when you include pics with your mom, loving seeing items in two different people. I’d love a chance to shop the Nordstrom sale, how generous of you!!
Entering giveaway – Nordstrom gift card! Thanks for all the fashion and baby recommendations!
Excited for the Nordstrom sale!
Thanks for the shopping guide and review, Jean! Would love a Nordstrom gift card. Fall/Winter is coming and will need some new boots! Thanks 🙂
Your Nordstrom finds are always my favorite to read. But I’m definitely loving all the baby sales and deals as well since my husband and I are going down the same path soon!
Very interested in the water proof Chelsea boots.
Wow you and your mom look like sisters!! would love a Nordstrom gift card to shop for baby gear
Shopping at Backcountry would be fun as it’s different from where I would normally shop!
I would love to have a gift card for adidas so I could get a new pair of sneakers! I love the leopard ones.
Hi Jean! Love this post with your mom.
A Nordstrom gift card to use on all your anniversary sale recs!
Shopping the Backcountry sale would be fun!
I would love a gift card for Nordstrom! Thank you so much for your recommendations! They are so great and useful as always!
I love all your posts, and clothes. I’m a few months behind you with baby #2 as well and would love a gift card for Nordstrom to spend post-bump! Thank you!
Would love to win the Nordstrom gift card! Can’t wait to buy some of the items you reviewed!
Nordstrom would be my gift card pick due to its versatility. Good genes are strong in your family 🙂 Enjoy the time with your mom!
What a wonderful post and would love to see your mom (and her style!) featured more. It’d be nice to get a gift card to Nordstrom to shop for my mom (she’s been working really hard during this pandemic and every little bit counts). Thanks for doing this! 🙂
Your blog posts are so much use for petites like me. Thanks much for putting all your efforts.
Nordstrom gift card would me awesome.
I have loved all
your Nordstrom finds! It has helped me bio dm my wish list for the sale!
As for a gift card option, I’d go with Nordstrom’s you can get a great variety of items!
I love your posts and I look forward to seeing your son and how Nori interacts with him. Your mom and I are the same age but she’s far more beautiful. You have amazing genes. Finally, I’ve been learning Mandarin with Nori. So much fun. Thank you.
I’d love a gift card to Nordstrom’s. I’m a first year elementary school teacher starting in September and could use some back to school clothes! Love your blog ! Thanks so much <3
Love your posts! Keep them coming! I would like to shop at Nordstrom! Thanks!
I’d totally go for Nordstrom! So many items to choose from for myself and my SO!
Would love a Nordstrom gift card to shop the sale! Also cute mom-daughter duo!!
I would prefer a gift card to Amazon.com
Those skincare deals are fantastic and normally would be my go-to for a gift card, but I start my first adult job this month and Nordstrom would be amazing!
Jean – you are adorable as is your mama!! I would love a Nordstrom giftcard (shopping spree for me and my mom, as we are also similar sizes!)
A gift card to Nordstrom would be nice 💁🏻♀️. Have always found it nice that a lot of your information and milestones parallel my own!
I’m a fan of Backcountry. Due to the pandemic and not being able to take my typical vacations I find myself going on mini hiking/outdoors trips more and more. (Which is a great excuse to splurge on good outdoorsy clothes and gear!)
I love love your style! You and your mom are just beautiful! Been seeing all these terrific deals at Nordstrom, that would be the store of choice.
I would love a gift card for Express – there’s a midi skirt I’ve been eyeing for a while now!
Nordstrom:)
Nordstrom gift card
Love your recommendations and recipes you post! I would like a Nordstrom gift card.
I enjoy your Nordstrom recommendations! Thanks for the suggestions.