As the leaves start to change and the air gets a bit crisper, it’s time to cozy up in style. If you’re a petite lady like me, finding the perfect fall cardigan can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But fear not! I’ve scoured the web to bring you the ultimate guide to the best petite-friendly fall cardigans that are not only stylish but also oh-so-comfortable. The Classic Long Cardigan: Ah, the long cardigan – a timeless piece that never goes out of style. For us petite gals, opting for a longer cardigan can create an illusion of height. Look for cardigans that hit just above the knee. These versatile pieces can be effortlessly paired with jeans or leggings for a chic yet laid-back look. Plus, many online stores offer free shipping, making it a breeze to update your fall wardrobe without leaving the comfort of your home! The Flattering Open Front: Open-front cardigans are a petite woman’s best friend. They elongate the body and create a sleek silhouette. Whether you prefer a classic black cardigan or a trendy patterned one, this style is perfect for various occasions. Throw it over a simple tee and jeans […]

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If you are a petite woman, you know how hard it can be shopping online and seeing the dresses on models that are much taller and not even close to our proportions. I never really trust the photo on the website which ends up with me ordering way too many dresses and returning what doesn’t work. If you have a petite frame and are trying to find the best styles to fit, here are my tried and true styles and shops for those of us that don’t want to solely shop in the petite department! I am 5’2″ and constantly looking for pieces that are easy to wear but don’t overwhelm my frame. My personal style is very girly. Dresses are my go-to outfits on most occasions from work to casual to just everyday mom life, so I’m constantly on the look out for dresses that will work for someone like me with a smaller frame. Women’s petite clothing is tough as sizes can be different and if you have a longer torso or longer legs, even if you are petite, the specific petite sizing may not work for you. The best petite dresses for women Petite sizes are great, […]

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Ever since becoming a mom, I have become more drawn to simplifying my wardrobe. It helps to add some ease to my busy mornings and certainly cuts down on the getting ready time. I’ve found having specific items in my closet, especially when getting dressed in the winter has been so helpful. Here are my tips for building a winter capsule wardrobe, what to buy and the best places to shop! READ ON FOR THE ULTIMATE GUIDE ON HOW TO BUILD A WINTER CAPSULE WARDROBE. WHERE TO SHOP AND WHAT YOU DON’T NEED TO BUY. What is a capsule wardrobe? First of all, a capsule wardrobe is not overly complicated! It’s basically a curated selection of clothing to help streamline your wardrobe. You’ll want pieces that are easy to pair together so that when you look in your closet, you’ll easily be able to select an outfit and look chic. Having a capsule wardrobe also helps you figure out the things you don’t need in your closet anymore so it’s also a great time to do a closet clean out and donate items that you aren’t and won’t be wearing. What do I need for a winter capsule wardrobe? You […]

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I’m all about being comfortable at home and I love a cute loungewear set as I feel like I can still be a bit stylish even if I am sitting at home 🙂 I’ve added quite a few loungewear sets to my wardrobe this year, as I’m sure many of you have too! Read on for the best places to shop for stylish loungewear sets for petite women. Here’s what to look for and what to buy! My sizing: I know sizing is hard when shopping online so for reference, I am 5’2′ and a size XS or Petite S in tops and 0/2 or 25/26 in pants & jeans. Just so you know when I reference “true to size” below. Where to buy Petite Loungewear Sets There are quite a few stores that carry petite specific loungewear like pajamas, sweatpants and joggers in sizes XXS Petite to XL Petite. Here are the stores that you’ll want to check out. Anthropologie carries petite sizing in a lot of their clothes and in fact have a whole petite section that you can shop. Although they carry tons of different brands everything that I bought there has been true to size for […]

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This post is in partnership with maurices and ShopStyle. All opinions are my own. I have the worst time finding jeans for my body type as I have short legs and it seems like all jeans are made for women with much longer legs! I love shopping maurices for all the cute styles and how affordable everything is so I tried out their jeans and fell in love! Denim for Short Legs I tend to go for high waist jeans as it makes your legs look so much longer. The button front design gives these a great trendy touch and the dark denim is so great for fall! I love how these KanCan jeans fit, they have really great stretch and hugs you in all the right places! Although they were a bit long on me (which is always the case with jeans!) it was easy for me to roll up and make them fit perfectly. Maurices is one of my favorite places to get my jeans as they have so many different washes and styles. I tend to prefer skinny jeans but also have been wearing a lot of straight leg jeans and I love how these are perfectly […]

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Looking for swimwear is always tough and being petite, I am always trying to find suits that will fit a shorter/smaller frame which can often be hard. I have a shorter torso and have trouble finding swimsuits that fit and look good on me. If you have a tough time finding swimsuits that fit a smaller frame, here are a few go-to spots to find swimsuits that fit petite women and what to look for when shopping online. Stylish One-Piece petite swimsuits I find that one piece swimsuits can either go really matronly or really sexy. It’s funny how it’s hard to find an in-between but now that one piece swimsuits are on-trend it’s easier to find options that will work for us petite ladies. This suit is by far one of my favorites as it’s very flattering on, the torso fits great and it’s a bit low cut but not super revealing. And the most important part it hugs your body in all the right places and you never feel like you’ll fall out of it in the pool. You can buy mine here but there are also a few different varieties, one shoulder, scallop and high waist bikini. […]

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Let’s face it, dressing for the winter is hard.  The weather is definitely not on our side and we just want to stay warm and cozy.  Since having my baby almost 3 months ago, my go to outfits usually include leggings.  I wanted to share a few easy ways on how to put together winter outfits with leggings. how to put together winter outfits with leggings Here’s a few ideas that can help you put together a quick and easy outfit for the fall and winter basic pieces As you can see here, I went for all the same basic pieces, just switched out my outerwear! I try to go with tops that have fun details like this long sleeve tee with the front twist.  And of course, you’ll want some comfy leggings.  My favorite these days are these high waisted leggings.  I switch things up with these faux leather leggings as well. warm layers If you notice that most of the layers are pretty thin is because I can still pair these outfits with a larger, thicker winter coat.  I don’t know about you but I can’t stand when I get all bundled up and then as soon as […]

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In my first pregnancy, I stayed fairly small until my third trimester.  This pregnancy has been similar, I can still wear all my normal clothes but my belly has definitely grown, so I’m still needing to invest in a few maternity pieces.  I’ve found that it’s tough to find maternity items that fit petite women like me so here are my finds for the best places to shop for petite maternity clothes. THE BEST PLACES TO SHOP FOR PETITE MATERNITY CLOTHES Petite Maternity Maxi Dresses Maxi dresses are so hard to find in petite sizes so when I found PinkBlush Maternity made petite sizes in their maxi dresses I was all over that!  JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. This dress I’m wearing below fits perfect without any hemming or alterations. I was so excited to find petite maternity dresses! For reference, I’m wearing the XS Petite and I’m 5’2″ regularly a size 0/XS. JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. I also have a few of their tops and jeans and highly recommend them as well, as they don’t fit too long or big.  I also love […]

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I’ve always been a fan of shapewear.  I mean how could you not when you can wear something that will make you look slimmer and hides your lumps and rolls?   I didn’t realize just how many types of shapewear there was until after I had my daughter and I was a bit more self conscious about my new post pregnancy body. For petite ladies like me, I find that we have to find pieces that fit our shorter torsos and also where it fits us in the hips and waist can be quite different. My advice is to try on or order a few types as well as sizes just to see what fits your body best as it’s not just a simple size fit (you may be a size small in clothes, but the XS fits best for shapewear). Best for everyday wear: Shapewear tank The shapewear tank top is a favorite because I get the most use out of it.   Anytime I’m wearing a slim fitting shirt, I always wear a shaping tank underneath.   These tanks aren’t super constricting so it’s comfortable to wear all day. Wearing one of these keeps everything smooth so you […]

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