This video helped me so much! I’m 73 years old, I still try to dress semi-stylishly. I’m 5’2”. However I am not petite on top. “Long waisted” with short legs. (Usually size 14 P pants and XL top for big bust) Also I cannot wear shoes that have heels. It is a real challenge not to look “sloppy”. Thank you for all your tips.
H Nancy! I’m so glad it was helpful. I’m not very petite on top either. I completely understand on the heels. Personally I think straight leg and bootcut jeans are the easiest to wear with flat shoes and sneakers. Which there are lots of times when I want to be in flat shoes especially as I get older. Thanks for commenting! ♥️
Sounds like you are describing me! This is not an easy body to dress for a 70+ year old who doesn't care about being trendy - just classy and appropriate.
4'11" size 4, and busty. Boot cut and flare have been my preferred choice since I was maybe 7 years old, haha. Flares first, but then for years all I could find were boot cut. The years of stores only having skinnys were awful! I get American Eagle jeans at the thrift store and they're so soft and comfy. I like to go for flares so after they're hemmed, they're still flares or at least boot cut. I've had a couple pairs of boot cuts hemmed in the past that ended up barely flaring out after the excess fabric was trimmed off so that's something to watch for.
Thank you so much for referencing companies that have petite or short sizes. I am "short", I'm not "petite". 5ft 1inch size 12, so I often have a hard time finding jeans. If I wear heels, they are not high, so a 27inch inseam is about what I need. Thanks!!!
@@LindaAcox-p4e Short generally means it’s just shorter in overall length/inseam. Petite generally will be adjusted in inseam/rise/sleeve length etc. but not all brands follow the same guidelines
I am five feet also 😊. I am busty with hips and love Citizens of Humanity Daphne, Skyla and Rocket and Frame Le Mini Boot. Pictures are very important and I realise that Daphne which is straight and Le Mini Boot are more flattering after looking at photographs, I was constantly using my skinnies which I love but straight and boot cut are best on me. I get my trousers and denim altered and I will say I feel my most confident in a bootcut trouser, which I know this is denim but I feel more dressy. Great video😁.
Hi Lori! Well.....here I am at 4'9".....boy, the inseam is quite a big deal for me with the exception of back when Abercrombie+Fitch were selling the really short inseam - really short - and the jeans were curvy, ankle jeans. Those fit me to a "t" in a size 26. I still wear them because they actually fit, whether they are "in style" or not. It's nice these days that "in style" is a lot more flexible than it used to be. At 75 years of age, I know style used to be way more restrictive and there were definite do's and don'ts (white in summer not in winter, matching handbag to shoes always, wearing gloves when dressing up, on and on and on...). ❤Kathleen
Hey Kathleen! I think when you’re petite or otherwise it’s way more important to dress for your body than what’s in style or “on trend”. Clothes in the store are made for a straight body type and most of us don’t fit that aesthetic. Do the best with what we’ve got right now? I hope you are well, I love hearing from you! 💕♥️❤️
@@LoriLundquist You are SO right, Lori! "Trend" rarely works for me and I just feel "un-pretty" (polite way to say ugly😁). I love the styles of jeans/choice of shoes to go with them - you are adjusting so well to changes in your body and looking lovely! ❤Kathleen
I'm 67 & always try & dress with style & look out for styles that would suit my 5ft nothing pear shape. Have been inspired to measure my rise 11inch's, 29-30 inseam So will definitely pay more attention to these measurements when buying Jean's & trousers, great information on the foot wear, thank you Lori 💖
Hi Christine! I hope it was helpful! I mention measuring rise and inseam because it has really helped me determine how I will like the fit. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!! 💕💕
@@LoriLundquist Such useful information Lori, especially as it's just right for my frame, you are the only one I know with tutorials specificity for my height & body shape, so very grateful for all your tips & techniques wish I'd had this information years ago! So thank you Lori 🥰
Hi Lori! Thank you for providing details for all the jean types and how they relate to petites. Just wanted to share with wide hips, a tummy, and short legs I buy Macy’s Style and Co. high rise, curvy fit, straight leg jeans in short length. Although they are straight legged, I don’t find them narrow at the bottom which allows me to wear boots. I see your channel is growing! So happy for you! You provide so many options and choices for petite women!❤
Very informative video. I'm a Grandma in my 70s but I want to look put together. I have discovered that a boot cut or demi works best for me. Also I need a shorter rise (9 1/2') The last couple years have been challenging to find jeans that fit well. The skinny trend was not flattering and more recently almost all jeans are high rise. My favorite jeans are a mid rise boot cut from Old Navy.
I’m happy I found your channel. I’m 5ft tall and a size 10 to 12 ( fluctuates). I’m a senior; however dress as I always did. Shopping for jeans/ pants is extremely stressful for me so I appreciate the hints about knowing one’s definite rise etc. Thanks for the photos to demonstrate your point also. Subscribed. 👍
Hi Lori, love this type of content! I am 4'9 as well & have some of my jeans altered as well. It can be costly so thank you for all the great suggestions and support for us curvy petite women!❤
Hi Lori. I just found your channel. I love your content! ❤❤❤ I just can’t get into wide legged jeans. While, I understand that they are really trendy. I just feel silly wearing them. Thank you for the other recommendations though. Abercrombie and Fitch and Madewell are some of my favorites.❤❤❤❤❤
A couple little hints for you. I am also 5 ft tall and I wear monochromatic outfits so top and bottom are similar colors, which makes me look much taller. Another is I noticed your eyeliner is only on half of your eyelid (or maybe it’s fake eyelashes) which makes your eyes look small and wide set. If you did your eyeliner all the way across and extend it out the side to a point, it would make your eyes look prettier I think. Just my opinion. Love your videos!!!
I’m so happy I just found you. At 5 feet and an apple shape my problem is my waist. I’m uncomfortable in zippers and snap waist anymore and no tucking in tops. Any advice on that. I hate shopping anymore because being short makes it harder. Thank you.
@@LoriLundquist Thank you for responding and I’m looking them up. Enjoying listening to you and understanding what I constantly complain about. You get it! Online clothing shopping new for me but I’ll have to learn. Thanks again.
Hi Lori, This is a great video. I notice certain brands have short AND petite in their sizing -- what is the difference? They give no explanations in their sizing guide from what I can tell.
Hi! So some brands (but not all) will use "petite" if there are accomodations for petite sizing other than length. For example rise, arm hole opening, neckline etc. When the term "short" is used, most often it is just the length of the pants or shirt. Unfortunately most brands are not consistent with this so it's best to know your own measurements and looks for those details when shopping. If they aren't listed, call the brand and ask for the specific measurements.
Regards to shoes, I CANNOT wear any shoes that are pointed at the toes. I am older and don't wear those kind of shoes anymore. I don't wear flats either but the shoes I feel most comfortable and really love are wedge/platform sneakers. I have them in several colors and tones. They are SUPER comfortable! I do have one pair of booties with a chunky heel of about 1 1/2 inhes and a (round toe). Since I don't have a car and have to walk to bus stops (sometimes standing as not every bus stop have a bench to sit down) Pointy shoes, high heels are just too uncomfortable. Could wear them when I was younger but not anymore. Try walking to a bus stop, crossing large streets, walking across large parking lots to actually get to the stores and back home again, wearing pointy toe shoes. Standing waiting for buses! Even when I go out for lunch or dinner in a friend's car, I still don't wear high heels or pointy toe shoes. Well...I don't eat or dine at expensive, dressy restaurants anyway. 😄😄 Norm''s, Denny's, and some great little but hole-in-the wall Mexican restaurants and never see anyone wearing high heels in these places.
Hi Deborah! Sometimes (but not always) a petite size will be shorter in both inseam and rise. A short length is typically just shorter in inseam. Most brands do not follow a consistent concept. That’s why I recommend to know your own inseam and rise which can make shopping easier for you. Hope this helps! ♥️
Yikes! You do have a short inseam. I’m 5’2” and tbh, usually petite are too short. I can get away with as much as a 32” inseam if I wear my heels (which I usually do!). Probably 28” when no heels.
@@LoriLundquist yup. One of my biggest issues is when I buy regular jeans, sometimes they fit my leg but the rise is too long. I’m more like a 9” rise!
I never said she didn’t deserve to make a living, she absolutely does. It’s called negotiating not undercutting. As someone who needs a lot of tailoring, I have a right to negotiate. She has a right to say no or negotiate back.
This video helped me so much! I’m 73 years old, I still try to dress semi-stylishly. I’m 5’2”. However I am not petite on top. “Long waisted” with short legs. (Usually size 14 P pants and XL top for big bust) Also I cannot wear shoes that have heels. It is a real challenge not to look “sloppy”. Thank you for all your tips.
H Nancy! I’m so glad it was helpful. I’m not very petite on top either. I completely understand on the heels. Personally I think straight leg and bootcut jeans are the easiest to wear with flat shoes and sneakers. Which there are lots of times when I want to be in flat shoes especially as I get older. Thanks for commenting! ♥️
Sounds like you are describing me! This is not an easy body to dress for a 70+ year old who doesn't care about being trendy - just classy and appropriate.
@@vbachman6742 I agree with you! I really don’t care about trends, I just want my clothes to fit and to look nice
Me too exactly. Turning 70 this year.
Thank you. I'm 58 yrs old, 5' tall, and this is exactly what I needed to learn. Very helpful.
4'11" size 4, and busty. Boot cut and flare have been my preferred choice since I was maybe 7 years old, haha. Flares first, but then for years all I could find were boot cut. The years of stores only having skinnys were awful! I get American Eagle jeans at the thrift store and they're so soft and comfy. I like to go for flares so after they're hemmed, they're still flares or at least boot cut. I've had a couple pairs of boot cuts hemmed in the past that ended up barely flaring out after the excess fabric was trimmed off so that's something to watch for.
Excellent video for 76 yo who loves jeans ❤ Petite curvy,27 in. Inseam.Very helpful
I’m so glad it was helpful! Thank you! ♥️
Thank you so much for referencing companies that have petite or short sizes. I am "short", I'm not "petite". 5ft 1inch size 12, so I often have a hard time finding jeans. If I wear heels, they are not high, so a 27inch inseam is about what I need. Thanks!!!
You’re so welcome! Jeans are so tough!!
@@LoriLundquistwhat is the difference between petite and short? I’m 74 yo shrunk to 5’2” size 8 jeans.
@@LindaAcox-p4e Short generally means it’s just shorter in overall length/inseam. Petite generally will be adjusted in inseam/rise/sleeve length etc. but not all brands follow the same guidelines
I find petite midrise bootcut or curvy straight leg jeans are perfect for me. I'm also a 29' inseam btw.
Yes! I find the same true. For me they are the easiest to wear. ♥️
At 74 and shrunk to 5’2” I love NYDJ Marilyn straight leg jeans.
Me too Sue! They are the best!
So do I! The closest to a flattering look I ever found so far.
Great video with the measurement and shopping info too!❤
I am five feet also 😊. I am busty with hips and love Citizens of Humanity Daphne, Skyla and Rocket and Frame Le Mini Boot. Pictures are very important and I realise that Daphne which is straight and Le Mini Boot are more flattering after looking at photographs, I was constantly using my skinnies which I love but straight and boot cut are best on me. I get my trousers and denim altered and I will say I feel my most confident in a bootcut trouser, which I know this is denim but I feel more dressy. Great video😁.
Hi Lori! Well.....here I am at 4'9".....boy, the inseam is quite a big deal for me with the exception of back when Abercrombie+Fitch were selling the really short inseam - really short - and the jeans were curvy, ankle jeans. Those fit me to a "t" in a size 26. I still wear them because they actually fit, whether they are "in style" or not. It's nice these days that "in style" is a lot more flexible than it used to be. At 75 years of age, I know style used to be way more restrictive and there were definite do's and don'ts (white in summer not in winter, matching handbag to shoes always, wearing gloves when dressing up, on and on and on...). ❤Kathleen
Hey Kathleen! I think when you’re petite or otherwise it’s way more important to dress for your body than what’s in style or “on trend”. Clothes in the store are made for a straight body type and most of us don’t fit that aesthetic. Do the best with what we’ve got right now? I hope you are well, I love hearing from you! 💕♥️❤️
@@LoriLundquist You are SO right, Lori! "Trend" rarely works for me and I just feel "un-pretty" (polite way to say ugly😁). I love the styles of jeans/choice of shoes to go with them - you are adjusting so well to changes in your body and looking lovely! ❤Kathleen
I'm 67 & always try & dress with style & look out for styles that would suit my 5ft nothing pear shape.
Have been inspired to measure my rise 11inch's, 29-30 inseam
So will definitely pay more attention to these measurements when buying Jean's & trousers, great information on the foot wear, thank you Lori 💖
Hi Christine! I hope it was helpful! I mention measuring rise and inseam because it has really helped me determine how I will like the fit. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!! 💕💕
@@LoriLundquist Such useful information Lori, especially as it's just right for my frame, you are the only one I know with tutorials specificity for my height & body shape, so very grateful for all your tips & techniques wish I'd had this information years ago! So thank you Lori 🥰
@@christinebrooks5556 🥰🥰❤️❤️
Hi Lori! Thank you for providing details for all the jean types and how they relate to petites. Just wanted to share with wide hips, a tummy, and short legs I buy Macy’s Style and Co. high rise, curvy fit, straight leg jeans in short length. Although they are straight legged, I don’t find them narrow at the bottom which allows me to wear boots.
I see your channel is growing! So happy for you! You provide so many options and choices for petite women!❤
Hey Linda, thank you so much! I’m so glad you have a good-to style and brand, that is everything!
Lori this video spoke to my heart. Perfect choices
Thank you Lori ❤
Very informative video. I'm a Grandma in my 70s but I want to look put together. I have discovered that a boot cut or demi works best for me. Also I need a shorter rise (9 1/2')
The last couple years have been challenging to find jeans that fit well. The skinny trend was not flattering and more recently almost all jeans are high rise. My favorite jeans are a mid rise boot cut from Old Navy.
I love a bootcut!
I’m happy I found your channel. I’m 5ft tall and a size 10 to 12 ( fluctuates). I’m a senior; however dress as I always did. Shopping for jeans/ pants is extremely stressful for me so I appreciate the hints about knowing one’s definite rise etc. Thanks for the photos to demonstrate your point also. Subscribed. 👍
Thank you and welcome!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Straight leg and boot cut are most versatile for me.
Hi Shea! I completely agree. I do enjoy wide and flare but they are definitely a certain “look”. For every day I usually grab bootcut or straight.
Hi Lori, love this type of content! I am 4'9 as well & have some of my jeans altered as well. It can be costly so thank you for all the great suggestions and support for us curvy petite women!❤
Hey Trisha! Yes us shorty’s have to stick together! 💞
Great tips and reminders! Thanks!
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Thanks for such an informative tutorial. Loved it! ❤
Great info! I am now a new subscriber!
Welcome Linda! So glad you are here! ❤️
I am 4”11 and size 16-18 w. I love the ankle or capri length because they tend to be slightly longer on be. If still too long I cuff them.
You are looking beautiful amazing thanks for sharing styles ideas good video thanks for sharing my dear friend ❤
Hi Lori. I just found your channel. I love your content! ❤❤❤
I just can’t get into wide legged jeans. While, I understand that they are really trendy. I just feel silly wearing them. Thank you for the other recommendations though. Abercrombie and Fitch and Madewell are some of my favorites.❤❤❤❤❤
Hello! So glad you are here! ❤️❤️❤️
Good morning! Great video!
Good morning!! ☀️
You are a full Goddess!!!!!! Love this channel!
@@StormieGrace ❤️💞❤️
A couple little hints for you. I am also 5 ft tall and I wear monochromatic outfits so top and bottom are similar colors, which makes me look much taller. Another is I noticed your eyeliner is only on half of your eyelid (or maybe it’s fake eyelashes) which makes your eyes look small and wide set. If you did your eyeliner all the way across and extend it out the side to a point, it would make your eyes look prettier I think. Just my opinion. Love your videos!!!
Hi! Thanks for the feedback and thank you for watching! ❤️
I Appreciate this video. Thank you.
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Great content!
Thank you ❤️
Such a great video, thank you
Thank you Kristy! ❤️❤️
I just bought 2 pairs of petite lil mother dazzler jeans these are very comfortable found them at Anthropologe
Excellent ❤Thanks soooo much ❤
Thank you Linda! ♥️
I’m so happy I just found you. At 5 feet and an apple shape my problem is my waist. I’m uncomfortable in zippers and snap waist anymore and no tucking in tops. Any advice on that. I hate shopping anymore because being short makes it harder. Thank you.
Have you tried Democracy denim? They have a built in elastic waist and really are quite comfortable.
@@LoriLundquist Thank you for responding and I’m looking them up. Enjoying listening to you and understanding what I constantly complain about. You get it! Online clothing shopping new for me but I’ll have to learn. Thanks again.
@@MaryJoWehr Let me know if you have problems looking up online and I will send you a few links.
Hi Lori, This is a great video. I notice certain brands have short AND petite in their sizing -- what is the difference? They give no explanations in their sizing guide from what I can tell.
Hi! So some brands (but not all) will use "petite" if there are accomodations for petite sizing other than length. For example rise, arm hole opening, neckline etc. When the term "short" is used, most often it is just the length of the pants or shirt. Unfortunately most brands are not consistent with this so it's best to know your own measurements and looks for those details when shopping. If they aren't listed, call the brand and ask for the specific measurements.
@@LoriLundquistThank you!
Any thoughts on skinny jeans for this demographic?
Hi Stephanie! I’m not against them. Personally I don’t prefer them on my body type but I do think they can be styled and look great.
Regards to shoes, I CANNOT wear any shoes that are pointed at the toes.
I am older and don't wear those kind of shoes anymore. I don't wear flats either but the shoes I feel most comfortable and really love are wedge/platform sneakers. I have them in several colors and tones. They are SUPER comfortable! I do have one pair of booties with a chunky heel of about 1 1/2 inhes and a (round toe).
Since I don't have a car and have to walk to bus stops (sometimes standing as not every bus stop have a bench to sit down) Pointy shoes, high heels are just too uncomfortable. Could wear them when I was younger but not anymore. Try walking to a bus stop, crossing large streets, walking across large parking lots to actually get to the stores and back home again, wearing pointy toe shoes. Standing waiting for buses! Even when I go out for lunch or dinner in a friend's car, I still don't wear high heels or pointy toe shoes. Well...I don't eat or dine at expensive, dressy restaurants anyway. 😄😄 Norm''s, Denny's, and some great little but hole-in-the wall Mexican restaurants and never see anyone wearing high heels in these places.
You gotta wear what's comfortable especially for walking!! 💞
What is the difference between petite and short in length?
Hi Deborah! Sometimes (but not always) a petite size will be shorter in both inseam and rise. A short length is typically just shorter in inseam. Most brands do not follow a consistent concept. That’s why I recommend to know your own inseam and rise which can make shopping easier for you. Hope this helps! ♥️
I am 71 and 5’1”. Always have a hard time buying jeans to fit me. They never fit me right. Always way too long. Not able to wear heals.
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Yikes! You do have a short inseam. I’m 5’2” and tbh, usually petite are too short. I can get away with as much as a 32” inseam if I wear my heels (which I usually do!). Probably 28” when no heels.
Hahaha yep! Goes to show you how different our torso and inseam measurements can be even at the exact same height
@@LoriLundquist yup. One of my biggest issues is when I buy regular jeans, sometimes they fit my leg but the rise is too long. I’m more like a 9” rise!
@@CarolynandherClothes ugghhhh so frustrating right?
I cannot do wide leg. Too much fabric.
Your seamstress deserves to make a living wage, undercutting her prices is just rude.
I never said she didn’t deserve to make a living, she absolutely does. It’s called negotiating not undercutting. As someone who needs a lot of tailoring, I have a right to negotiate. She has a right to say no or negotiate back.