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 Please!
I cannot wait for all the Fall clothes! Nordstrom would be my pick.
Would love it for Backcountry to get ready for a fall and winter… at home. ☺️
Nordstrom 🥳
Nordstrom
PS you and your mom are so cute
I LOVE your blog and instagram. My baby also loves all your recipes! Nordstrom gift card please 🙂
Abercrombie
Nordstrom! I love their free shipping and returns, though thanks to you I rarely have to return anything because of your fit details!
Dermstore. but would love to shop at any of them. dermstore, backcountry, abercrombie, express or nordstrom!
Love the coordinated looks with your mom. Need to add Nori next!
You have beautiful taste and such great content! A Nordstrom gift card would be such a treat!! X
Nordstrom! <3 (been following you for years, love your style and Nori is the cutest!)
I’ve definitely appreciated my mom a lot more after having a child of my own! A Nordstrom gift card would be great to refresh my wardrobe post baby.
Love the mommy-friendly pieces! Nordstrom 🤓
Nordstrom 🤍
Thank you for your thorough review of all the great sales! Especially loving the baby gear reviews for my current needs. 😊
I hadn’t heard of Backcountry before but I’d love a gift card to there! Love the Patagonia and Sorel brands.
Nordstrom 💙
Hi Jean! I would love to win a gift card to Nordstrom. Btw, I love your blog!
I’d love a gift card for Nordstrom! Such a great store with great products and the sale deals are great too!
Hi Jean! Thanks for running this generous giveaway!
I would love a gift card for Nordstrom or Express!
Nordstrom 🙂
So cute! My mom and I don’t shop together because she makes her own clothes (and loves it). I tend to still send her lots of sparkly accessories that fit her personality. I’d love to win a gift card to Nordstrom!
I have already saved many of these items on my wish list, so would love a Nordstrom gift card to hopefully shop the sale next week!!
I’d love the gift card for Nordstrom or Express! I’ve found so many great pieces from both that I don’t need to get altered.
Definitely eyeing some Nordstrom items esp baby gear! Love your anthro dress, but it’s sold out.
Would love to get a Nordstrom gc🙏
Thanks for the wonderful post!
Dermstore
Nordstrom. Thanks for all your tips for petite gals!
Nordstrom. Love the relationship between you and your mom, and yours with Nori! 💕
Nordstrom!
Would love a gift card for Dermstore!!
I would love to shop at nordstrom!! also i absolutely LOVE your style! <3
Nordstrom!
Nordstrom!
I just discovered your Instagram and blog! Really enjoying it and love this feature with your mom. I miss mine so much being in quarantine.
Thanks for sharing. I love your picks. Nordstrom is my go-to store (and of course I’d love the girft card too.)
Hi Jean,
I would love a Nordstrom gift card to give my mom a shopping spree as well. She almost never buys new clothes and always tells me to stop wasting money when I try to take her shopping. I’m sure if I told her I won a gift card and I have it spend it, she would finally give in 😊.
Jean, I would love a gift card to Nordstrom! Thank you for doing this! Nicol
As a petite woman with almost the exact measurements as you, I appreciate the effort and love you put into your content! Nordstrom is my store of choice
Hi Jean! I’ve been a long time follower. I would love a Nordstrom gift card (usually too pricey for me to be able to afford but I love browsing and looking at their stuff). Thank you so much for this opportunity! Sending you, Nick, and Nori lots of love ❤️
I love reading your blogs because I see a lot of similarities. From the love about fashion to a soon to be mother of two and caring for family. Please continue to do what you love and share your experience with us!
Nordstrom 😊
I would like a gift card for Nordstrom please! Congratulations to you and your family on your new addition! Baby
Boys are so fun. I recently had a baby girl but had a son 18 months ago.
Would love a gift card to Nordstrom to shop more from the NSale. Because of your mom’s recommendation, I bought the Zella Girl joggers this morning to give them a try! Thank you for continuing to be an invaluable resource for shopping petite sizes 🙂
I would love to shop the nsale at nordstrom! 🙂
Nordstrom❤️. You and your mom looks great.
Hi Jean, I’m envious of your relationship with your mom. I hope to have that one day if I have kids of my own (God willing). I would be so grateful for a Nordstrom gift card. I initially started reading your blog because I didn’t know of any other petite Asian fashion bloggers. And although I still appreciate your fashion posts, I’d say my favorite posts are the ones about Nori (really enjoy seeing how much she loved food, reminds me of my own niece). I love that your blog has evolved with other content. I’m here for it all!
Always love your posts and especially this one with your mom. I’ve been missing mine so much lately. I’d love the Nordstrom gift card!
Would love one from Nordstrom now that you’ve got me thinking about outfit ideas 🙂
Love the Rothy’s information! The information you gave helped me decide what was best for me. Love your site!! Thanks.
I’m loving the posts with your mom! Would like an Everlane gift card if chosen. Thank you for the great content!
You and your mom are the cutest! I would love to win a Nordstrom gift card, I’ve bought several items you recommended from there and love them!
NORDSTROM 🙂 Love all the outfits!
I am not petite but love following your blog!!
I’d appreciate a giftcard to any of the three places you mentioned!! Woohoo!!