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.
Hi Jean, I’ve been a long time reader. As a petite woman myself (4’10”), it’s very hard to shop for clothes… and at a good price! I would love to update my wardrobe with a Nordstrom gift card!
A Nordstrom gift card would be great!
Nordstrom 🙂
I’d love a gift card for Abercrombie. I love their jeans!
Always love your anniversary sale recs! Nordstrom, please
I’ve been wearing Abercrombie for years and love pieces you’ve recommended in the past! I would love a chance at an Abercrombie gift card! 🙂
Love seeing how you styled these pieces! Would love a gift card to Nordstrom!
Love all your reviews, especially the nsale ones. You and your mom are too cute! Nordstrom is definitely my pick! Thank you!
I would love a gift card to Nordstrom! P.S. I always look forward to when your mom visits you, hoping there will be some more recipes from her she will share!
Hi Jean! I love your content — it’s so hard to find petite clothing for my tastes & what I’m comfortable in, and you do a great job of presenting so many different options that I didn’t even know were available for my size! I’d love a gift card to Backcountry — it’s time to prep for the cold weather here in New England! Love from across the river in Cambridge!
Both you and your mom are so beautiful and have great style. Thank you the opportunity to win. I would love a backcountry gift card.
Would love a Nordstrom gift card. Thank you! xoxo
As an Asian women in her 60’s, and 4’11, I would find jumpsuits to be very pretty to wear but never would imagine myself wearing one. However, after reading your post, I am inspired to get out of my comfort zone and try on something new. Your mother inspired me because she looks amazing in it and I would love to win a gift card to Nordstrom 🙂
I would love to shop at Nordstrom 🙂.
I’d love a gift card from Nordstrom!
I would love to receive a gift card for Nordstrom because I can shop for the entire family (including my dog), in one store. It is very convenient and they offer a variety of items which is awesome!
Love your blog <3
I am loving all your petite pants recommendation, especially kids size options. I would love a gift card to Abercrombie to try out their new denim.
Hi Jean. I enjoy reading your blog. I love your recommendations on Nordstrom’s clothes and I’ve made some of your recipes. It is delicious. I would be interested in a Nordstrom gift card. I found a wedding dress on the site and I’m saving up. The gift card would go toward the dress .
Love your blog posts and recommendations! Would be interested in a Nordstrom gift card of choice!
You and your mama are adorable!! I would love to shop at Nordstrom!
I would love to win a Nordstrom giftcard. Thank you so much for your generosity!
Love your blog posts and recommendations! Would be interested in a gift card to Nordstrom of choice!
I really enjoyed this post with your Mom. I would enjoy a gift card to Nordstrom!
Hi Jean! Would love a gift card for Nordstrom. So happy my friend introduced me to your site a few years ago! I’ve been able to dress better lol and find things in my size.
I would love a Nordstrom GC! Thanks for all the great recs!
Been following you for years! Always buy everything you list. New mom here needing a new wardrobe and would love to shop at Nordstrom to gain back confidence!
I love backcountry! Thanks for reviewing their sale too. Would love to see more nursing-friendly dresses and tops in the upcoming sales. I’m desperate for some nice pieces for fall but don’t have the time to browse every sale. Your older posts on kids stuff has been so helpful too, thank you!
Would love a gift card to Nordstrom!
My Nordstrom wish list keeps growing especially with your petite-friendly posts – so I would love a Nordstrom gc, particularly to help me re-shape my wardrobe for the new state of the world!
Love all your Nordstrom recommendations! Would definitely be interested in a gift card to Nordstrom.
You and your mother look so stylish and lovely together <3 Would love a giftcard to Nordstrom 🙂
Love reading your posts on styling and recommendations! Would love a gift card to Nordstrom 🙂
Hi Jean! Longtime reader here, thank you for all the useful info you share in your posts!
I would love a Nordstrom card 🙂 All the best!
This Mama and Me post is adorable. Your Mom has great style, too. Lots of good N Sale finds! Would love a Nordstrom gift card.
Hi Jean! I’d love a gift card to spend at Nordstrom! Your blog posts are always so detailed and helpful to someone like me with very similar measurements to you.
I would love a giftcard to Nordstrom-I need to do some back to school shopping for my kids and I love the cardigan for me!
I love your post! The jumper and the Anthropologie dr ess were perfect! My favorite would be the ruffle top from Express! Got to watch for the big sale! Thank you for posting! I am inspired to update my closet 🙂
Your momma and daughter are so pretty & cute!!
I’d love a giftcard for Nordstrom! It’s been a while since I’ve treated myself to a shopping spree. I work as a nurse, so I cant go out shopping and expose myself and others for potential COVID 🙁
Thanks so much for doing this! Been a long time reader! Would love the Nordstrom gift card!!
Thanks so much for your great recommendations. I would love a gift card to Nordstrom!
Thanks so much for your great recommendations! I would love a gift card to Nordstrom.
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I love that cardigan on your mom! Will greatly appreciate winning a Nordstrom gift card 🙂
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Hi Jean! I love all your posts from fashion to food. I can’t get enough of your posts of Nori. She is such a cutie. It would be great if I could win a gift card to Nordstrom
Thank you for taking the time to write this post. The car seat was the most helpful for me. I would love to win a Nordstrom gc. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I’d love a Nordstorm gift card!
I’d love the Nordstrom gift card! 🙂
You’re so sweet! Nordstrom’s my pick!
I would love a gift card to Nordstrom so that I can buy some cute clothing for my 3 year old. 😊
Nordstrom 🙂
Not being able to see my mom due to shelter in place and avoiding travel across the country to see her, has been hard. I’m glad your mom was able to visit!
My mother always told me when she first came to America, she spent a lot of money on clothes because it made her feel young and beautiful. I slowly realized throughout the years, she stopped wearing the vibrant, floral clothes she used to wear. I always knew she budgeted her expenses, so she could afford the extra curricular activities and other things that my siblings and I desired. Since I’m her last baby to leave the nest (college), all I want is to see my mom feel young and always know she is beautiful inside and out. I would love to gift her a Nordstrom card because I don’t really know where any of her clothes are from.😂 And think it is the safest option. I just want to shower my mom with clothes, like she showered me with love my entire life. Also maybe I’ll finally be the favorite child for once.