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While I did receive these clothes as a gift from Ann Taylor I am under no obligation to share with you. This is what I wore to work and when I saw these colors against the green of my building door I had to prop up my phone and capture the color combo!

This sweater is a classic and with the skirt is created a dress effect you can style with tall boots, ankle boots and tights, or dress down with sneakers. I linked to other pieces in this color that would also look dreamy with this skirt, as well as other gorgeous colorful coats.

For reference I am wearing the coat in XL petite and the sweater set in L. I am 5’3” and usually wear a 14/16

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With jeans as low as $35 in sizes 00-40, this is a sale not to be missed. And use code INFS-BFALISON10 for an additional 10% off sitewide!

The Farrah Flare is a favorite because at my height, most flare jeans will lose what makes them special once hemmed. At a 30” inseam these are great with low heels or lug soles.

The Etta is a straight jean with a vintage fit. If in doubt size down. They’re also super stretchy and the 28” inseam (they also come in 31”) works with my boots and sneakers.

While I was provided the apparel in this Reel for free, I was not paid or contracted to create this content. Consider it a PSA for my fellow shorties shopping this fab denim sale!

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I ordered pieces from the Talbots Holiday Collection and found great quality, great style, and great versatility. How cute is the Breton stripe bateau neck with the removable feather cuffs? The metallic plaid patio skirt is so fun, and these two dresses can glam up or dress down with a change of footwear and bag. For reference, I am wearing everything in either XL or 16 petite.

The ivory cords are also Talbots; the black trousers are from last year’s Talbots Holiday Collection showing how Talbots has lasting style. I’ve linked to exact or very similar in my LTK shop. Follow my shop @wardrobe_oxygen on the @shop.ltk app to shop this post and get my exclusive app-only content! https://liketk.it/4oDJF

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This weekend I went to the office to shoot some content. And once I was finished I enjoyed just sitting here, watching the light change. I think I may switch the furniture around, switch up the energy. I love that I can do that without consulting another or having another person’s opinions matter.

When you have a family, things go from me to we. I don’t regret leaving Corporate America to do this full time, but I do miss being part of a team. And I missed having an office, a place away from home that’s just for me. 

I wish more communities would offer rental offices like @thegranitebuilding. With reasonably affordable monthly rates, it doesn’t have to just be business owners who get office spaces. It can be a place to work on a hobby or craft, a place to WFH that’s not home, or a place to just read and write and nap undisturbed. A literal room of one’s own. Because sometimes a person needs time to be a me and not a we. 💚
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Denim, Fashion Advice, Outfit Posts · May 7, 2009

Reader Advice Wanted: Great Jeans

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A request from my friend Karin, who is petite, slim but with some lovely feminine curves. I haven't had any luck with jeans lately, and was wondering if you fabulous women may have some suggestions:
If anyone has recommendations for (not skinny!) jeans that aren't reminiscent of a plumber but at the same time are not mom jeans, let me know. Bonus points if such jeans (i) come in short or petite, and (ii) are less than $75.

I figured answers would be useful to other readers too, so why not post it on here? I thank you all in advance. 🙂

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  1. Claire says

    June 11, 2009 at 3:00 pm

    Oh, I love all the suggestions here! Let me contribute too!
    I’m 5’2 and have large thighs (I like to think that it’s because I’m a runner..:)).
    I’m another Gap Long and Lean fan, and the most recent pair I bought was GAP Essential.

    Reply
  2. Anonymous says

    May 21, 2009 at 9:06 pm

    I have just discovered French Dressing jeans. I am 5’10 – and I have a smaller waist and heavy legs. They are amazing and run around $70.

    Reply
  3. Harmony says

    May 19, 2009 at 8:59 pm

    I am loving my Levi 515 I am a little on the thick side and 5’3 so I fit into both regular and petite.

    Reply
  4. Selmyra says

    May 14, 2009 at 10:07 am

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  5. Red says

    May 13, 2009 at 5:14 am

    I’m 5’0 with a very short rise and short inseam (28″) and I swear by DKNY Petites which can be found at most Macy’s for around $50 if you don’t encounter a sale. I prefer the Ludlow fit, which comes just under my belly button though it is advertised as low rise. It is slim in the leg and has a very slight boot cut. The Soho fit is mid-rise, natural fit bootcut. (There are some other fits as well, but those two are my favorite.) They also come in two petite lengths — petite regular (which is about 28″) and petite long, which I think is around 29.5″ and perfect for me if I wear heels. All of the jeans also come in a variety of finishes, including a dark wash that is free of any unflattering whiskering, etc.

    I have tried premium denim, including the Joe Jeans Provocateur, and nothing fits my body as well as the DKNY petites AND I don’t need to hem them.

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  6. Kiki says

    May 13, 2009 at 2:32 am

    Love all the Gap and Old Navy recommendations….I work for them so I thought I’d mention that we are launching our denim around July or August so you’ll see some new fits, and some old ones. Low rise and mid rise boot cut are super popular right now, in stores they do not come in lengths but you can order them in longer or shorter lengths. Just keep in mind that if you order a petite it is cut petite all around, ie., the rise.

    Hope this doesn’t sound like a commercial, I am pretty passionate around woman finding denim that they love and make us feel amazing.

    P.S, Also Vogue was invited to preview our new denim and they loved it!

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  7. Anonymous says

    May 12, 2009 at 9:05 pm

    I agree with the LONG and LEAN contingent. Perfect rise, great length and flattering colours. I go through at least 1 pair a year.

    Reply
  8. Anonymous says

    May 12, 2009 at 7:08 pm

    I do not normally shop at Sears for clothes however I have found their Canyon River Blues jeans to fit my bill. They do come in short and average lengths too. Retails for $36 but runs on sale for $19.99 or even $9.99 on clearance. I recently got their Modern Straight in dark wash and like it. Here is a link to it
    http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_007A7058000P?vName=Clothing&cName=Women%27s&sName=Pants+%26+Jeans#reviewsWrap

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  9. Liza says

    May 11, 2009 at 1:44 am

    I LOVE Aeropostale’s Hailey jeans! I am size 16 and 5’3″ and the petite ones fit me awesome. And they are only like $15 a pair!! Trust me, these are well worth more!

    Reply
  10. Wedding Videographer Ireland says

    May 10, 2009 at 9:47 pm

    This is an excellent blog post, DC Media is a vibrant young but very experienced video production company.

    Reply
  11. Kim says

    May 9, 2009 at 1:47 pm

    I am 5’2 and I love my 7’s, Joes honey boot cut, rock n republic (my favs) and hudsons too
    I am a size 2

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  12. Anonymous says

    May 8, 2009 at 4:51 pm

    I’m a 5 foot 2er and like Victoria’s Secret online Hipster Bootcut Jeans that come in short. Also Kohl’s online has Levi’s 515 in Petite. I buy Petite Medium length because the regular petite length is pretty short. Good luck!

    Reply
  13. Ashlee says

    May 8, 2009 at 2:22 pm

    My favorite jeans are Eddie Bauer Curvy Fit Boot Cut Stretch. They are $60 and absolutely the best jeans I’ve ever owned.

    Reply
  14. a brown-eyed grrl says

    May 8, 2009 at 1:33 pm

    Old Navy and Gap are okay, but I find that Old Navy jeans are stiff and I don’t care for the fabric. But I have owned them and worn them and was fairly happy with them, until I discovered David Kahn jeans (you can get them at Nordstrom). They are one of my favorite brands, but over your price point, unless you can find them at a resale shop (I have, but they weren’t my size–boo). Sometimes they go on sale for $90-$100, though.

    They do come in petite, and I particularly like the bootcut stretch. I’m eternally grateful to the Nordstrom sales lady for throwing a pair in my dressing room for me. Like you, I am petite and slim (size 4), but by no means skinny. I have a round butt, and I can’t wear jeans that are too low rise because they don’t flatter my curves and they show crack when I bend over, and forget about skinny jeans.

    I really recommend at least trying on a pair to see if they are your holy grail, too.

    I only own four pairs of jeans, and only wear a two pairs often, so I’m cool with paying extra for the perfect fit. I used to have 15 pairs of jeans that I only sort of liked, and I find the way I go about it now to be much better.

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  15. Madeleine says

    May 8, 2009 at 12:23 pm

    OOh, I like the suggestion about Lee jeans- I haven’t tried them since I was about 12… Personally I like Gap bootcuts and also rate long and lean. However, my absolute favourites are citizens of humanity- the style that has a slightly washed finish with a flare, when worn with a heel, makes my arse look amazing and my legs look long. They are expensive, but they are also awesome, and if you spend much of your time in them, I would recommend buying the best you can(n’t?) afford.

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  16. Anonymous says

    May 8, 2009 at 11:43 am

    I’m 5’4″ and a curvy size 8. I have a pair of Lee Riders bootcut jeans with some lycra in them. I saw them on TV a while back – Their add campaign “Lee, the brand that fits” and just had to try them. I nearly keeled over in the dressing room they fit so well! I wear them to work in a flower shop nearly every day, wash them over and over (air dry)and they still have their give and their uniform dark wash. I got them at Wallmart for $12 (maybe$16) but deffinitely less than $20! My next favorite off the rack fit are Lucky brand Lil’ Maggie,and J.Crew Favorite fit, but they both cost more than $75. Everything else (including my Joe’s) I take to my tailor to have taken in at the waist.

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  17. M.P. says

    May 8, 2009 at 2:34 am

    I am not at all petite, but I am slim-and-curvy and I love Gap’s new low rise boot cut, and I like their mid-rise boot cut. These jeans fit me better than many designer jeans. The former has a bit of a plumber danger if I’m moving around a lot, but fits me very well. While the latter isn’t quite as wonderful a fit, it’s still pretty good, and it runs absolutely no risk of anything unexpected peeking out. They run about $60 when not on sale.

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  18. sarah cool says

    May 8, 2009 at 1:47 am

    GAP CURVY!!! LOOOOVE THEM! sorry, my love the Gap Curvy style warrants capital letters.

    Reply
  19. Trupti says

    May 8, 2009 at 1:26 am

    I am 5’2″ and I love Levis 512 Perfectly slimming bootcut jeans. 🙂 they come with a tummy control panel and are really ‘ perfectly slimming’ !

    Reply
  20. Randa says

    May 8, 2009 at 12:47 am

    Banana Republic has both petite and pretty good prices if you go to an outlet [but make sure they carry petites first before heading over there.] Used to work there and their styles don’t look like the dreaded “mom” jeans.

    Good luck!

    Reply
  21. Melissa Street says

    May 8, 2009 at 12:24 am

    My favorite are the Hudson Jeans – I get them at Nordstrom (which is having it’s half yearly sale on May 20th) – they will be long, but have Nordies tailor them for you. On sale you might be able to find them at $75 – for some reason, the pocket flaps on the back make your tush look FAB!

    Reply
  22. Taylor says

    May 8, 2009 at 12:21 am

    Another fan of the Gap Long and Lean here. The rise is perfect and the rinses are fab. I think the last pair I bought were $60.

    Reply
  23. laundrygirl says

    May 7, 2009 at 10:51 pm

    Many of my friends who are smaller in the waist, yet have hips and butts have had great success with House of Dereon jeans. Cost wise, I don’t know what they run…

    Reply
  24. Southern jezeBelle says

    May 7, 2009 at 8:32 pm

    I like gap long and lean in petite. i also LOVE lucky brand denim but they are pricy. i find mine at consignment sales for a good deal but you could try ebay too.

    Reply
  25. Cynthia says

    May 7, 2009 at 8:18 pm

    Sheryl Crow’s Bootheel line – not mom jeans, no plumber’s butt. Frequently on sale at dillards.com and under $75 regularly. And once you know your size/style, look on ebay.

    Reply
  26. Anonymous says

    May 7, 2009 at 6:56 pm

    I’m 5’2″, and curvy and LOVE Big Star jeans. They are usually boot cut, available in a short inseam, and great for curvy hips. Try the Maddie style for a little more stretch and a mid-rise. Buckle.com (or the Buckle store) carries them and you can get online sales once in a while – they are a bit pricey though(~$75 on sale to $109 off sale).

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  27. Anonymous says

    May 7, 2009 at 5:42 pm

    Ann taylor loft makes “Curvy” jeans in petite- that are cut smaller in the waist to accomodate a “woman’s” shape. Generally they run around $54. Not super low rise, not mom jeans.

    Reply
  28. Sal says

    May 7, 2009 at 4:55 pm

    I’m a fan of Gap’s Long and Lean. You don’t have to BE long and lean to wear them, that’s how they make you appear!

    Reply
  29. Mom on Health Patrol says

    May 7, 2009 at 4:42 pm

    You could try Gap’s new Mid-Rise Bootcut. I’ve had good luck with their original bootcut, but can’t find it on the website anymore. I’m 5’4″ and a size 6 with curves and the regular 6 fits great, if a little long with flats (but they will shrink eventually). So perhaps a short would work for someone less than my height. And they’re under $70.

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  30. Hindah says

    May 7, 2009 at 4:40 pm

    Banana Republic Petite jeans fit very well.

    Reply
  31. Nerd Girl says

    May 7, 2009 at 4:38 pm

    My favorite jeans are from Lerner -I can’t remember their new name right now.

    They come in different lengths (I require tall), fit well, and are cheap – I think I paid 19 or 20 dollars for mine. I have two pairs of the Westside Flare style (I think that’s the name…)

    Reply
  32. Anonymous says

    May 7, 2009 at 4:37 pm

    I adore Joe’s Jeans, but even on sale they are usually over $75.

    Reply
  33. mbahawk says

    May 7, 2009 at 4:27 pm

    I have had good luck with Chico’s Platinum Denim jeans. The Modern Fit is the lowest rise (1 or 2 finger widths below belly button). Original Fit hits at the waist. Try on your usual size and a size smaller, as they do stretch (but not so much that they hang off the rear end). They come in Short, Regular, and Tall They regular price is right around $70, but they have frequent sales.

    http://www.chicos.com

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  34. Kalee says

    May 7, 2009 at 3:18 pm

    Well I love the jeans from Old Navy that are the lowest rise, but I have found that they aren’t as low as they used to be. My size 14 regulars hit me at the bottom of my belly button, and the talls seem to hit me there even when they are not pulled up as high as they go. Oh, and the dark wash seems to be a thicker more structured jean material. So far, so good. Even with the stretch they don’t get too big.

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Another day of early voting for our city election, another outfit I wore as an election judge! 🗳️

I got this sweater set from @mmlafleur last spring and it continues to be a favorite. The color and popcorn stitch makes it wearable three seasons of the year. I’ve styled it with gold heels and dramatic gold earrings, with sneakers and a crossbody belt bag, and more than once with knee-high boots and a scarf at my throat. The color works with brown and black boots, the skirt silhouette and length with heels and flats. These brown riding boots are from @duoboots and almost a decade old. The scarf belonged to my dad; I have a feeling it was styled with a leisure suit back in the day!

I may have been more dressed up than other election judges but I think seeing democracy in action is a cause to celebrate! 🇺🇸

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Nov 4

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Early voting poll worker style 🗳️

I’ve been an election judge (AKA poll worker) for several years but this year I decided to take it a step further and join my city’s Board of Elections. I’m passionate about fair and accessible elections for all. The Board is acting as election judges for early voting so it’s great to use my previous experience on a city level!

I believe voting is a special occasion and I dressed the part. The puff sleeve sweater and pants are from @anntaylor; these pants are the same ones from the suit I wore earlier this week. I added a beloved @hermes scarf as a belt and silver hoops (they belonged to my mom) as a hint of shine.

If your area is having an election this coming week; I implore you to vote. Your voice deserves to be heard. And please ensure your neighbors know of the election and where to vote. 🇺🇸

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Nov 2

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Always fun to see my name in lights! 💡 I was a panelist at the annual @jaofcentralmd Leading Ladies event that connects local high schoolers with women in business. My panel was on using social media for promoting one’s business or personal brand. Along with other social media experts, we guided students and adults on how to create compelling and engaging social content and together created content for the conference’s feed. It was fun and I loved being able to share my almost two decades of personal and professional experience!

The dress code for the conference was business professional and since the event’s theme color was pink, they encouraged us to wear the color. 

This @anntaylor suit has been a favorite since late summer. I’ve dressed it down with a white tank and sneakers and glammed it up with a silk cami and gold heeled sandals. I love how Ann Taylor has petite suiting up to size 16; I know I’m not the only short curvy girl who desires suits and professional attire!

For this event I chose a berry-colored microfiber tank from @lovechicos. I own several of these tanks; they wear like iron and the tight weave and subtle shine make them great shells under suits. 

The look fit the theme but was also comfortable. I was glad to share my expertise and encourage others to see how they can donate their time and knowledge to a local @juniorachievementusa #JALeadingLadies #JALeadingLadies2023 #JACMD #JuniorAchievment

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Oct 18

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Sharing this from my #iPadOS17 thanks to @apple! A bit belated with all that has been going on lately but I’m really enjoying using an iPad to improve how I work, stay organized, and find new ways to be creative. Can I just say that editing video on an iPad instead of a phone is a game changer!

Recently, I attended an event at the gorgeous Apple Carnegie Library hosted by @flourishplanner_ to learn ways to make the most of #iOS17 and it was awesome. I brought my new iPad and learned about the new wallpaper, stickers, and organizing tools.

As for my look, the dress is from @bananarepublic’s summer collection. Kept it comfy with a pair of Samba sneakers and held down the volume of the dress with my black recycled leather @ganni crossbody. Added an old @_jennybird link necklace and a silver cuff I’ve had since the ‘90s.

#todayatapple #genxstyle #midsizestyle #midsizefashion #size14 #over40style

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Oct 17

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I love an excuse to dress up, especially if it’s for a good cause! This weekend was the @thenewdealcafe Masquer-AID fundraiser to support this independent cafe, art gallery, and live music venue in @cityofgreenbelt.

My family and I have loved going to The New Deal Cafe for all these years. Grabbing coffee with friends, having a meal, seeing an amazing band, participating in an open mic or one of their Reel and Meal events. So @debbiefaye78, our mom, and I got tickets and even chipped in for a plaque from us “Ashpes Girls.” 

Our mom passed before she could attend the event; we asked our like a sister best friend @shellymingram to join us in her place and we had a great time, dancing all night as our mom would have, connecting with neighbors, and supporting a local business we all love so much.

As for the outfit, the dress is @ronnykobo the bag is @ganni and I borrowed both from @renttherunway The shoes I’ve had for years and the gold metal mask I found on Amazon and liked how it could mold to my face and not put pressure on my still-healing eye.

And I know y’all will ask because I received so many DMs this weekend when I shared this event in my Stories… my sister’s dress is from @eshakti she bought it a few years ago and it’s even more gorgeous in person!

#newdealcafe #greenbeltisgreat #onlyingreenbelt #midsizestyle #genxstyle #over40style #greenbeltmd

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Oct 11

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The biggest fashion trend this fall is a return to classics. For decades I have turned to @talbotsofficial for quality classics with style.  This season, Talbots has a fantastic range of pants to update the wardrobe. 

I love how these @talbotsofficial ivory stretch corduroy straight leg pants elevate closet classics! Available in Misses, Petite, Plus, Plus Petite, Curvy, and in 10 colors, these cords are a chic alternative to jeans and just as easy care! I can run errands and have a bit of quiet time with an ebook and a coffee with comfort and style. 

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