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Wearing:
JBrand Natasha skinny
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Gap high rise button skinny
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Black kick flare jeans (similar)
Gap high rise universal jegging $41
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Current Elliott Wide leg jeans (Now $55 on Amazon)
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Tan leather tall boots
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White booties (similar)
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[@angelagolla2259]

I've learned SO much from your videos! Would you please do one on styling jewelry on a petite?

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you Angela- I will!

[@jeanneford1196]

I love your channel! I’m 5’0 and I have been learning so much from your content! I also love how you suggest other related videos within your current subject. Your channel is a must watch for me.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you Jeanne!

[@43xoxo2]

This video made me realize why I’ve given away all my jeans. They all had too much stretch. I don’t like all that stretch in jeans!

[@roseanne3163]

You are correct. Fit on the butt is critical. Too many pairs of my jeans hang under my butt. And I look dumpy. My jeans wardrobe needs some attention.

[@TheKatherine1958]

I’m 5’2. I’m also 63. I have designer & regular jeans that I’ve had for years. The favorites that used to fit my body like a glove-don’t anymore because as we age, our bodies change. Nothing to be done about it except 😢! I’ve found that 7 for Mankind fit me really well now in this old, new body. I’m considering taking my collection to my alterations lady.

[@ellenzluticky6211]

You make me feel like maybe I am more normal! You own so many beautiful pieces of clothing! Yay! I feel I am a collector, I have not been able to find clothing in my size most of my life. To be able to purchase fitting clothing is so amazing I buy or collect what I like and that fits. It seems obsessive, I am learning the styling methods and hope to be pairing down purchases to an amount that is useable (LOL). Thanks for all your terrific tips and tricks

[@karenm7346]

I found a pair the other day. Nordstrom rack, I was trying on several brands. The ones I bought was a brand STS. They fit amazing, I’m 5’3 curvy 8.

[@mik9449]

I really like American Eagle, but you're right, normally I am a 10 but yesterday I had to go for a 12. I compared them against some jeans I have still with the tag attached, and they definitely looked smaller.

[@tatiana7050]

For petite and women with a small waist:hips ratio - try on Colombian jeans. I did and I never went back. I found a store called “New Body Couture” in LA (I bought them online bc I live in the other coast. Thank me later! They carry like 7 different brands, but I’m sure that there are more stores like that one.

[@Maharetsamarasuke2]

Second that. My sister is a petite with hourglass figure and those cuts are perfect. I wouldn't recommend for my shape which is petite Apple/ rectangle.

[@jonigriffin7691]

I enjoy your tips and tricks. Wonder if you would consider making a video on best tops for petite women. Thank you

[@preeti_r]

I always have a hard time finding the perfect pair of jeans. This video is really helpful. ❤

[@sabrinaleclabart7311]

I feel like it's less about the brand and more about the material that your jeans are made off that will make or break them in the long term. I noticed that jeans that are 100 percent cotton tend to retain their shape better and last way longer whereas jeans made with more elastane and polyester tends to be thinner and stretch a lot more and get deformed as you wear them.

[@AliCaliA]

Hehe i love that skit in the beginning 🤣 Ooh those jeans with the buttons going up the pockets are so cute. Another good video :)

[@jessicaqu]

I am tall (5’10”), but have thoroughly enjoyed your videos. They’re universal advice. Thank you.

[@Rosary716]

I have two pairs of the button front Gap jeans.

[@kimmcculloch3822]

Buying cheap and getting them tailored is still cheaper than designer

[@MotionMechanic]

I just started watching your videos and find them very helpful, thank you! Also, you crack me up. I can just imagine you walking down the street in the Gap jeans with the spots on the hips, and all the people thinking, "It looks like you were kissed by an octopus!"

[@jonigriffin7691]

I enjoy your tips and tricks. Wonder if you would consider making a video on best tops for petite women. Thank you

[@PetiteDressing]

That’s a great topic Joni- I’ll put it on my list of videos to make!

[@abbyhenderson9574]

The J Brand jeans look stunning on you! I'm glad they worked out for you!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you Abby!

[@littletez85]

I love the boot cut jeans from Old Navy. They fit my body great!

[@janiceparrott-wilson9998]

You’re awesome. All great information. Impressive .. much needed information especially for petit/short women.

[@gennapaese]

Can you link where you got the blouses you are wearing in this video? They are all so beautiful. As a 4"11 curvy petite with a 36DD bust, I struggle with blouses!

[@janieandlizzie]

Several are from Banana Republic petites

[@butterflywingz4913]

I'm 4'11 & have had issues finding clothing & shoes that fit me, my whole life! I just discovered your channel & it's been very helpful.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you so much! ❣️

[@user-qx3vv3lw1p]

I like everything about your video snd the advice you give, but I have a question: why are all this jeans you are wearing little too short on you? Especially the flair jeans look too short. I think they need cover you shew and be much longer to elongate your legs..?

[@ameliaclark5792]

The current jeans are nice but the horizontal seam at the bottom cuts the line…

[@nikkibrungard6293]

Omgosh, Chi, this video is GOLD! I find shopping for jeans completely overwhelming, and I hate many of the ones I have. Now I know why!! Thank you!

[@MossyMozart]

I live in rural New York State and the biggest department store is Macy's, so I always go there. I had NO idea that jeans can COST SO MUCH! The local Macy's sells "cheap jeans", I guess. I now have a better idea why some jean styles fit me better than others. But I am curious to try on a pair of those expensive jeans for comparison of fit and manufacture, even if I don't buy then.

[@sictransitgloria412]

GAP & BR bootcut and flare fit on me like designer jeans on you. I'm 5'6" though (size 26R/27R) - maybe they are not that great for petite. I'm not impressed with JCrew. My favorite jeans brand is Lucky Brand - I buy the more expensive jeans when they are on sale of course. In Lucky Brand I'm always 26...I had only 2 pairs of designer jeans - they looked super great. Not impressed with how they looked after I washed them (hand washed in cold water and hung to dry).

[@starkelley6011]

Your video is well done today.

[@shamilamoodley2530]

👖nother great video. You touch on all the right things. Great advice for us petite girls. 👌🏽

[@louisedolloff836]

I have no hips/butt really and if I get jeans to fit my butt, they are too small in the waist. If I get jeans to fit my waist, they're way too big in the butt and hips.

[@lynnedmond8381]

Yes I have this problem too. Really hit and miss..hate the way they are baggy in the crutch area@

[@tanairigonzalez9793]

Thanks so much! Can you explain what the curvy fit means? I notice my jeans always fit big in the waist but not in the thighs, I have never buy curvy fit but was wondering if their fit is smaller in the waist?

[@PetiteDressing]

That’s a good question Tanairi. Curvy fit is made for smaller waist+fuller hips!

[@sandrafinister6242]

This is very helpful 👌

[@nakulimaesther9675]

Thank you so much , I bought jeans from Gap and when I put them on I look like a goat

[@RUT812]

I have never purchased designer jeans. My jeans fit me very well. My jeans are from online retailers. Right now I have jeans from Isaac Mizrahi, Diane Gilman, IMAN, Style & Co. I find the brands that work for my body & stick with them. It will be a very cold day in Hell before I spend $$$ for clothes.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks for sharing!

[@tamiewert808]

Another great video Chi! I lol when you said "kissed by an octopus"!!!!!🤣

[@JennyZinaTavares]

This was a very good video, as they all are. I've have Never found a pair of jeans that I liked even when I weighed 99 pounds. I've always had the apple shape and regardless, jeans that fit around the abdomen area always baggy through the legs. It's even worse now that I'm older. Sad. :D

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks for sharing!! You can do it, Jenny!

[@karenfrierson9550]

Thank you for sharing 🍀

[@anastasias1721]

I have a question. I live in Toronto, Canada. We have VERY limited choices of petite brands. Most of them are online only. Honestly, I thought BR was a designer brand because their jeans are like 180-200 a pop. What designer brands in Canada would you suggest? I had 2 kids and realized that all my clothes are from my 20s that are too small and inappropriate since I’m almost in my 40s. Help!

[@coconut7474]

I like those designer black jeans with the side buttons!

[@Ilovenature872]

Pls I love your peach top, where did you buy it from ?

[@PetiteDressing]

Eva - that was from Ann Taylor.

[@rigleiaknapp3227]

Another great video! I love all your tips Chi!

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you find it helpful Rigleia!

[@angakingtutube]

I'm loving everything that I've learned from your videos, but I'd have to differ with you on these jeans at time stamp 3:10. I think, the back pockets are too low which make the body look "longer" and the legs "shorter." I avoid these kinds of pants/jeans. Not flattering for short people of any age/size.

[@tatianazapata4559]

Thanks for the info☺☺

[@bonnieolson80]

Ifyou want to emphasize “The” say “Thee”….LOL….love your videos💕

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you so much! ❣️

[@sc4000]

What kind of shorts should be worn for petites?

[@elviragomez5703]

You are so informative and helpful your my go to lately thank you 😊

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you liked it Elvira!

[@phyllismorris94]

I have given up finding jeans that fit correctly in the waist, rise, hips, butt and length, which are not too expensive over $49. I am petite. I need high rise in front to go over belly button. But, then the crotch comes down too low. I am perfectly willing to shorten them myself if they fit well. I need size 8 in the waist. But my hips & butt are smaller.

[@EliSFig-dr5cx]

My best fitting jeans have been made in Latin America.. Peru and Colombia . Same fit as high quality designer ones here.

[@necabibi3558]

Can you tell us how to know if jeans cut is for round hip shape or x hip shape. Or is that just a myth?

[@nadegedervis9531]

Hi Chi. I recently discovered your channel and I love it! You seem to have an informative video on everything related to fashion. You present the information very clearly and the pictures with demonstrations are very helpful. All the information is so useful and relevant. I’m a 5’3, curvy gal who has struggled a lot to find the right clothes to fit my body. Please keep up the good work. You are greatly appreciated.

[@jillk5151]

Very helpful!!

[@kathrynmettelka7216]

The decision may depend on what you want to do in the jeans. I wouldn't buy designer jeans to garden. I would buy designer jeans to go out to dinner.

[@lah_bang2179]

Your last vlog is 10 months ago... is everything okay? Hello?

[@nermabajramovic8522]

I am here because I have never learned how to wear jeans. I actually would love to, but I have never worn them and now when I go through endless types and styles to choose from, denim still does not appeal to me as lady-like. I hope by the end of your video I will get some good ideas.

[@user-il8ku2xc9z]

What would be the company you would recommend for a designer jeans?

[@Joonflowers]

I didn't know any of this - thank you. I will give you a thumbs up - as always x

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@karensanford2405]

What about the pocket, where should it be

[@PetiteDressing]

Karen- back pockets position is important as they affect how our buttocks look in the jeans! Check out my video "Jeans that Make your Butt look good" !

[@isabelcastaneda7439]

I love your videos. I am so happy to have found you. I immediately subscribed! Thank you so much for all the tips/feedback/advice for petite women.

[@田中丸だよね]

am saving all your videos for my winter break, got to learn, i need to revamp on my style😊

[@aliciar8978]

Can you do an updated video with fall 2022 jean trends??

[@Felicia594]

You should try loft petite again. The one you tried was too big on you. I think your a 25 petite curvy fit.

[@tatianapavon4215]

I’m here for the “fish taco” comment 🤣. Love your sense of humor! You got me seriously thinking about buying designer jeans...

[@PetiteDressing]

So glad to hear Tatiana!

[@Jete59]

I love flared but as a heavier woman, we never want them too tight on butt or thighs. I also love wide legs but have trouble finding them in shorter lengths. I like the information you share thank you.

[@CyberMercy]

My favourite, Canadian Brand Silver, is about half way price wise they make a varity of torso fits with a good range of inseam. A dedicated jeans brand can fit budget and body equally well.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks for sharing- never heard of them before, good to know!

[@debvoso9490]

I thought I had seen all the good fashion KZbin bloggers until I just recently found you being 5 foot 2 1/2 myself oh my gosh what a great tips that I have never heard before thanks for sharing

[@PetiteDressing]

I'm so glad you like them Deb!

[@robyndeddens6658]

I just can’t justify or afford such a luxury. Single woman and single income.

[@PetiteDressing]

For sure, they are very expensive at full price. I always wait till sale season like Black Friday or you can also search at designer discount stores like Nordstrom Rack.

[@libbysukiyaki]

Can we wear Jogger Jeans (they have a cuff at the ankle). I want to go hiking. I don't want to wear activewear as they are too revealing. Help!

[@PetiteDressing]

I love jogger jeans!

[@BB-co7kp]

Sometimes we want fish taco 🌮 she’s adorable

[@starrhelms8235]

Do you have a link for kick flare jeans?

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I always have to take pants in, in the bottom, hips and thighs, anyway, I’m not well-filled out there!

[@juliamarie7012]

What would be a good fabric blend for a less stretchy jean?

[@davidpenn9396]

I Love watching this

[@ashesforsunshine]

To keep the jean shape don't wash in hot or put in dryer, once you burn the synthetic fibers they won't hold the shape easily

[@PetiteDressing]

Great tips! Thanks for sharing!

[@christopherarmistead2550]

Hi Chi great options to wear jeans I live the flare Jean's they are simply gorgeous to wear and look great with the green silk blouse you wearing gorgeous. The designer Jean's are great to wear and the non designer jeans are great as well. Have a lovely weekend Chi. Love XO ❤🥰

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you love!

[@ellenmeilee]

Hi! I am enjoying your videos. Thank you,

[@annalynalbior3714]

Thank you I'm learning from you

[@elle_from_cawa-li9061]

I wish you would dress me! 😂

[@nicolescherzinger4471]

What about jogger jeans? Can petite wear it ?

[@susanvanheel4382]

The jeans you say fit so well are wrinkled in the thighs, where the jeans that are more relaxed fit, look better than the tight ones with all the wrinkles.

[@PetiteDressing]

Good observation Susan. I have full hips, so jeans tend to look that way if they fit me snug on the legs!

[@angf9471]

Any one know of a uk jean brand/s that fit an hourglass figure? 'Back Gap' is my 'First World' nightmare dilemma 😂

[@PetiteDressing]

Ang- curvy fit is designed to accommodate the shape.

[@angf9471]

@@PetiteDressing hi PD - in the UK 'curvy fit' is for larger sizes eg a uk 16 plus. I am smaller than this 🙁 we do not have curvy small/petite fits generally.

[@Lulusnotreadyforthis]

Marks and Spencer 👍 Tighter on the waist and more room at the butt. I have their straight leg jeans and they are perfect. I am an inverted triangle but I also have a small waist.

[@moumitadeb9337]

Very informative....great video 👍

[@k8chillx]

Flare jeans don't work for me because I have a bit of knock knees and full thighs so it adds too much curve X shape to the legs and accentuates the knock knees even more

[@PetiteDressing]

Wide leg or straight leg will be better for you!

[@k8chillx]

@@PetiteDressing thank you! I've got some straight legs but been eyeing wide legs as well :)

[@martalopezbaamonde6559]

Hi I'm petite too

[@sissyj9463]

The problem for me if I wear a tight jeans my thighs are big ..that's why I wear loose jeans so that it will not be visible..loose and flare are good for me ..I am petite too 5'2 but with big thighs 30 inches waist line ..Thanks Chi ☺️💕

[@PetiteDressing]

You can try straight leg or wide leg and only tight on the hips.

[@lisaseverino5114]

Very, very good advice. Thank you 😊

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful, Lisa!

[@veemcgough2603]

What size is size 26 compared to Petite sizing in clothes .. 2, 4, 6?

[@PetiteDressing]

It’s still 26, but some brands have 26 short or petite.

[@43xoxo2]

Size 26 is size 2. 27 is size 4. And these can be for regular or petite lengths!

[@michellebilodeau3882]

Both looked nice IMO.

[@vandanamaheru2568]

What kinda jeans should I wear with flat butt

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi Vandana- the yoke and pocket position play a big role in how your butt looks in jeans. I have a video on how to find the best jeans that flatter your buttocks- check it out!

[@vandanamaheru2568]

@@PetiteDressing Thanks

[@jomel6838]

I am a new subbie. I love your channel!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you!

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I just paid $279 for a beautiful silk blouse from Tory Burch for my Christmas present, that I will enjoy for a lifetime. But $279 for jeans - no way!

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Blouse on sale, too!

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you are giving yourself the treat! You can get designer jeans on a very good sale!

[@des1180]

Lol, you are just the cutest - great video

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you!

[@vbb1973]

Wich is the name of seven?? Flare

[@PetiteDressing]

That is the seven lux vintage collection- they also make skinny jeans for the similar finishing.

[@vbb1973]

@@PetiteDressing the cropped version??

[@alphafe1621]

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[@sarahthatcher123]

You asked, "why not cheap jeans?". Well, if you don't want to be funding child slave labour, inhumane working conditions , women getting sexually abused, toxic pollutants going into the only water sources in poverty stricken communities near factories causing residents to get very ill and diseases, ruining the environment in every way, then may be not. Please stop promoting 'fast fashion' as a helpful, good option. I think those issues are much more important to consider than just how cute they make your butt look. Please find He documentary ' The True Cost' online and learn about the destructive ( in every way) business of 'fast fashion' brands. I'm fine with giving helpful dressing tips...but that can be done without promoting such destructive brands. I hope to see you learning and educating yourself about the fast fashion industry and make your channel work for the good of others and not harm. No judgement, just hope you are open to becoming more aware of social, environmental and ethical issues you are contributing to in a negative way.

[@katherinetaylor4416]

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