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!
Appreciate the thorough reviews you give! Nordstrom is one of my faves so would love to be entered for the giveaway. Many thanks!
Nordstrom, please! I love the jumpsuit your mom wore and would love to purchase it for my mama! thanks Jean for showcasing such great recommendations.
I would love a gift card to Abercrombie! I’ve been wanting to try out their jeans and shorts! Thank you for all of your posts! Been following you way before Nori!
I love your posts. I would like to have a gift card at Nordstrom.
Thanks for running this contest Jean! Would love to shop at Backcountry for Patagonia items!
Nordstrom’s for the win. ❤️
Thanks for your posts. You’ve got great style.
So hard to choose with such great sales! But the Nordstrom picks definitely take it for me – you and your mom make everything look so chic! Thanks Jean!!
Nordstrom’s so I can treat my extra petite mom to a cute outfit too!
Nordstrom – thank you!
Nice recommendations
I would love a giftcard for Nordstrom.
Recently discovered your blog and it is a godsend! At 5’2” I really struggle to find the perfect fit and your brand recommendations as well as DIY tailoring tips have been SO helpful! I would love a gift card from Nordstrom as I update my work wardrobe for all my zoom interviews! Thanks a ton for doing this! ❤️
Jean, ur mom and u look great! Always enjoy reading your IG story and posts! I will like to be entered for Nordstrom GC please!
I would love a gift card to Nordstrom!
Thank you for the helpful post. Your mom is so cute too! I would love to be entered for a Nordstrom gift card.
Hi! I buy 90% of my stuff from Nordstrom, would love to splurge there!
These are such good picks especially your moms jumpsuit! I’d love to go shopping at Nordstrom. I’ve got my eye on a few things I want to get my family for Christmas.
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I would love a gift card to Nordstrom so I could get a little something for both myself and my toddler!
Aw, I miss my mom! Can’t wait to shop the sale. I always love to see your picks before I shop.
The Nordstrom sale, that is!
Loving this mother duo! ❤️ I love the laid back casual look for these covid days!
Hi Jean! I would love to be entered for a Nordstrom gift card. Thank you and fingers crossed!
I would love to buy shoes for my Mom so she continue to walk around her neighborhood and stay fit. 🙂
I would love to win a Nordstrom Giftcard so I can share it with my mom!
Nordstrom would be my choice! Such a great giveaway, by the way!
Nordstrom 🙂
I think I would pick Nordstrom! Love you and yours moms style in these pictures!
I’d love a Nordstrom card! Thanks for the helpful post 🙂
I’d love shopping at Nordstorm. Thank you Jean.
I would love a gift card from Nordstrom!
Luv your posts!!
Winning a gift cards to Nordstrom would be amazing!
Would love to treat my Mom to Nordstrom too!
Nordstrom! I love the free shipping and returns.
I am really hoping to shop the Nordstrom’s sale! I love your recommendations!!
Your posts are always so beautifully curated. I love buying things you recommend especially at Nordstrom.
Nordstrom! 😊 Thank you for sharing all the wonderful tips!
I moved away from Boston 5 years ago and love living vicariously through your posts! Fingers crossed for a backcountry gift card ☺️
Nordstrom would be my pick 🙂
Would love a Nordstrom gift card!
Hi Jean! Thank you for taking the time to share this thoughtful post 🙂 I’d love to shop at Nordstrom to prepare for entering the workplace (hopefully in person) soon after graduating!
Would love to shop at Nordstrom again! Thank you for thinking of us 🙂
Really enjoy reading your blog posts and love your fashion style. Nordstorm will be my choice! Thank you for being so generous
Hi Jean! I love your blog for the outfit inspo and recipes! I recently moved to Boston from CA and I need to expand my wardrobe in preparation for the cold so I am hoping to win a gc to Nordstrom 🙂 Thanks so much for doing this!
Nordstrom! Thank you for your tips and recommendations. Love your blog so much, Jean!
Hi Jean
This is such an awesome giveaway! I miss my Mom ❤️
We both love Nordstrom..
Thankyou for doing this I hope to win something for my Mom.
You are gorgeous just like your mom. I love shopping at Nordstrom. Thanks for having the giveaway!
I am lovin all the baby gear deals you post on the Nordstrom’s anniversary sale! I’m due this week with baby #2 and your recommendations have def come in handy! I would love to win Nordstrom’s gift card so I can get the Nuna Rava car seat! Lol
Nordstrom! Thank you for all your fabulous tips and recommendations. Love your blog so much, Jean!
Would love to win a Nordstrom gift card, so I can buy some.cute maternity clothes!