Shop Here, Not There Over 50

[@BB-cn6ow]

Got a funny story 😁My 26 yr old daughter told her 17 yr old brother -‘Mom has been really stylish lately, hasn’t she?’ Bless his heart, he said, ‘Yeah, she’s been watching those fashion videos!’ 🤣Thank you, Nada

[@virginiaquinones-rogers3412]

Can you do a video about shopping at stores that carry petite sizes. I can find dresses and skirts in miss sizes but not in petite. I find more clothing in casual styles for petites. Can't we look good in nice clothes? Thank you.

[@jenny-leighparmley6094]

I shop where ‘tall’ sizing is easily available and moderately priced. Gap is excellent 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ZForce5496]

I always feel a little embarrassed when I buy something at Talbots, but recently they did something no store ever did for me - gave me the dream trench coat. I am short and thick. I can’t wear those double-breasted styles. I also don’t look good in beige. Talbots provided me with a single-breasted, petite length trench in a lovely shade of blue. It was a dream find! Young people compliment on me. The problem with J. Crew, Boden, and Anthropologie is their petite offerings are far more limited. Often they only offer petite pants and skirts. Sezanne has no petites at all. Also, as I am thick and busty, I often struggle to find necklines that flatter me in those stores and there are also a lot of unflattering chunky knits and petite-hating skirt hemlines at Sezanne. I guess what I am saying is if you have fit problems - particularly if you have more than one fit issue, your options are really limited.

[@jcgnbd7410]

I love how everyone’s petites only go to Large or XL, i am too busty for XL but need the petite length in tops or they all look like too much fabric. So confusing!

[@franceswray8340]

I entirely agree, I am 4’ 10” and wear a 16wp (necessary because of broad shoulders, full bust). Talbots is literally the ONLY store where I can find clothes that fit. It is really depressing to be constantly told that there are more stylish options out there, because this often isn’t the case when you fall outside of mainstream sizes.

[@Suzyslly]

I used to shop almost exclusively at JJill until I started watching your videos. Now Banana Republic and Quince are my favorites. Thanks for opening my fashion eyes😂

[@luluandmeow]

For UK residents, I would recommend Marks & Spencer's, who have improved so much in recent years and also have great underwear, all reasonably priced, Zara, Massimo Dutti and Mango. Uniqlo has been disappointing recently imo but great for thermals. Primark is fast fashion (but so are H&M, Marks & Spencer's and virtually every store on the high street), they have great scarves this year and their Rita Ora range is surprisingly good, also great for basic t-shirts, long-sleeve t-shirts, etc. H&M has become very cheap and nasty imo, I buy there with caution. I occasionally buy from Cos, but their clothes are too oversize, boxy and frumpy 99% of the times. I have bought some great cardigans from Whistles.

[@hfhodges]

Love this video. Would appreciate additional ones, especially for petites. I am 5’0”,

[@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living]

Blair Fashions, Alfred Dunner and most of QVC = “old lady clothes” I wholeheartedly agree that many older women want to look ageless and timeless, not look like an “old lady” or a “mutton dressed as lamb” (even if you have the figure to wear the clothing). A number of stores that you mentioned are great options. Another great option for the “classic preppy style” that is ageless is Banana Republic.

[@shogo8995]

My taste runs to classic/preppy/ French street casual. My go to is J Crew and J Crew Outlet for just about everything. Same for Boden. Talbots is great for basics like bi-stretch dress pants and nice fitting tees, although their colors never change much and their prints look fuddy-duddy. Anthropology is great for a statement tee, sweater with detail or a unique clutch. Loft for modern casual in almost everything, Ann Taylor for things like blazers and suiting that are machine washable. Nordstrom is no longer petite friendly in the stores, but great for shoes and accessories. I find J Jill too boho, “likes to throw pottery” for me; and for some reason Chico’s weird vanity sizing just offends me and I won’t even go into their store. I’m surprised you didn’t mention Banana Republic, unless I missed it. This was a great video and I found your comments spot on. Agree with your other commenter that if her kids think she’s looking more stylish, it’s probably thanks to you.

[@debramasella159]

So informative AND entertaining - thank you Nada!

[@BB-cn6ow]

😁Alfred Dinner instantly says, ‘old lady’ imo

[@delilah1479]

Agreed! Really "old lady"....matchy/matchy stuff.

[@creative1able]

Alfred Dinner😂❤

[@margarethueske2965]

It was perfect for my 85 year old mother-in-law. Nuf said.

[@sharonwilliford2219]

Free People has a lot of cool pieces that over 50's can wear if Bohemian is your vibe...but like you prefer their sister store Anthropology. Thanks for your always spot on vids.... tremendously helpful! BRANDS, please.❤

[@Julie-lx6fe]

FANTASTIC VIDEO-why hasn't someone done this before?? Please add Land's End (a good source for basics for me but "meh" otherwise), Chadwick's, LL Bean, and Kohl's to the list of stores/brands to avoid. I have found some of the brands you mentioned worth a look but that can take time I don't always have. I can find one item a season at JCPenney but their Liz Claiborne line has really tanked, imo. I think they must own Alfred Dunner because there is always a HUGE portion of my local store devoted to that line! Really a big fan of your posts-keep it up and thanks so much!

[@delilah1479]

Hi Nada, I tend to shop Loft and Versona. For some basics, JC Penny's.

[@sheristrybos5831]

Brands guide please!❤

[@olgasolomon9420]

I would LOVE a brands list please!

[@michelebrotman5345]

I used to shop INC petites alot, but have gotten away from that brand in recent years . I now shop Madewell, Anthropology ( my fav), Quince. I have purchased some pieces from Biden this past summer. I have branched out quite a bit lately. I just bought two really cute jackets from Zara. Lots of options for shopping!

[@foxycinquantuno3361]

Yes, good advice. I will shop anywhere if I find a good item, and Chico's works for some things like tanks. I don't think I've ever bought a bad tank from them. Eileen Fisher is good for some basics and good quality, like the tees are pretty indestructible and don't lose their shape, a cropped cardigan or linen pants work well. I USED to like Soft Surroundings when skinny bottoms and tunics were popular, but that's all they still have many years later. All of their tops are tunics! They just do not update their silhouettes at ALL, and as a person with a long torso and short legs, nothing there really works for me. For preppy things, Ralph Lauren, hands down. Yes, they have a lot of the same stuff year over year, but they have cropped oxfords and fresh styles as well, and preppy things really don't date as badly anyway.

[@MiriamHall-n1z]

Brands list - Thank you!

[@eileenternullo8077]

Thanks for the lists, very helpful! I check Uniglo for minimal basics. Zara for cropped jackets and euro styles. H&M for basics. I wear petite and junior sizes on my top half, sometimes kids… so the “ mature “ stores aren’t cut for my lack of chest.😂🤷‍♀️

[@chericieslak4719]

Awesome video! I’d love to see more. The outfit examples you give are so helpful!

[@Mimi-ni3il]

There is an Amore Vert store in Berkeley CA near me and they have some great pieces! Thank you for mentioning it.

[@miradonfbd]

Brands list! Fabrication is important to me.

[@maribethmurphy8925]

Brands guide please. Thank you.

[@bonniemckenna1417]

I’ve tried downloading the Modern Classics guide at least 10 times from both your videos and the website, but it never comes, and yet I get all your other notifications sent to my email.

[@tracygray7574]

This was great! I agree with you on many of the stores your mentioned but I also glad that you like loft so I do shop there a lot. Their clothes for petites are perfect for me! I’m 65 and retired but still like to look and feel good and loft offers me possibilities.

[@delilah1479]

I agree. Love Loft.

[@NadaManley]

Yes! I love that they still carry petite tops when many brands have stopped! THanks for the comment!

[@kathrynsink4622]

Thank you Nada 🤗

[@davebonello1944]

(Melanie here) A very helpful video! Thank you, Nada.

[@carolinesaunders8603]

Brands please Nada🤗. Great video and yes I would love to see more like this please!

[@RMooney]

I think its most important to know what colors and styles look best for your own skin tone and body shape. Sometimes you can find an item that works perfectly in any given store if you know what is best for you. For instance, I am a soft summer, so I can quickly scan a store for those muted colors and then hone in on whether the shape/style will be appropriate.

[@susanfioravanti6331]

Brand guide please. Also, I do enjoy hearing of other trusted sites/stores to shop.

[@NadaManley]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it! Here is the list. drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@grannypattie]

Yes, please provide the brands list! What about Nordstrom? I feel they've fallen into a grey area, other than the designer items, their quality/designs over time has come down. What about Lands End? Banana Republic? Gap? (Remember that line from Crazy Stupid Love, "You're better than the Gap" by Ryan Gosling to Steve Carell?) ;) Thank so much for your guidance.

[@NadaManley]

Nordstrom like every department store has good and bad choices. And I feel like almost everyone's quality has come down. Banana Republic and Gap do their thing well. I think they are decent choices for basics. Land's End has some good stuff and some not so good. A check with me store. :) I loved that line from Crazy Stupid Love! It was hilarious! Here's the brand list! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@mercedes523]

Could you do a Brand list? Yays or Nays.

[@heathermiller3058]

PLEASE! I desperately need a brands list!

[@rachelerb3139]

The trick to wearing EF which took me about a year to figure out: 1) avoid head to toe EF looks unless they are not all baggy 2)pair with more fitted pieces. The brands she lists are great options such as boden, amour vert, or everlane. 3) get items tailored. Baggy messes in beautiful colors are fixed! 4) size down, but you still may need to get items tailored.5) don't copy looks from their catalog. 6) thrift ef>new j jill. The only thing with ef that i cannot troubleshoot is to how to style a waterfall cardigan to make it look less like a waterfall. I cannot bear to part with it because the quality is impeccable.

[@NadaManley]

Great tips! I agree with all of these. The pieces work much better when balanced with fitted pieces. You can try hemming, tying, or styling the waterfall cardigans with a more fitted top and jeans. They can be hard to style

[@gloriapinskerportraits4801]

Thanks for the suggestions, but sorry, IMO any store that does not offer Tall sizing is not all inclusive or offering a "wide range of sizes."

[@marleneparker8702]

I love jjill. They carry tall sizes. Now I know why. Relaxed and natural is my style. I dont like tailored or structured clothing.

[@dirvin9848]

I am loving Sezane.

[@BB-cn6ow]

I never heard of it! Thanks!

[@DonnaScharff]

Morning Nada, I would love the "Brands" list. Thank you.

[@AmyStoffregen]

Brands please. Really interested in Petite options especially pants/jeans. Thank you!

[@carolegriffith7198]

Can I get a brands list please? I loved this video. Very helpful. Love to see more.

[@tplayspiano]

thank you for the ideas.

[@carefulshopper4239]

Brands guide, please❣️ Thanks for your excellent advice👍🏻

[@MaryG-vt2lm]

Excellent helpful video Nada! Thank you

[@soprano774]

Brands. Thank you!❤️

[@NadaManley]

@@soprano774 thank you! Here it is! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@kristinesmith6567]

Thank you. These videos are very helpful.

[@dirvin9848]

Oh my gosh! There is the Sezane dress I asked you about! 😊

[@NadaManley]

@@dirvin9848 yes! It’s beautiful

[@dirvin9848]

Nada, can a Soft/Style Dial Blue wear that? What about the mock t-neck? Dessie

[@maureenjones4987]

Any thoughts on Banana Republic?

[@pegasys_1632]

Brands list please!

[@LR-lmnop]

I’d love suggestions for stores and brands for petites. I’m 5’4 so I can wear regular but bootcut and flare work great and I struggle to find slacks in these cuts that fit properly. Thanks

[@creative1able]

I’m 5’4.5”. Yes, .5. For pants and jeans, I’ve been buying them mostly from…Old Navy. They have petite sizes in all styles. I’ve heard compliments on my dark wash, high-waist flare jeans. They have a wiiiide selection of styles. If delivered, can return them to the store. They will also exchange delivered items by USPS free of charge. Their pants and jeans, I feel, are well-made and durable. Not everything at Old Navy is, but I’ve never bought pants or jeans that weren’t quality, imo. After wearing them a while, you don’t want them any more, you’re not out big bucks. I really love the wide leg jeans. Old Navy is a Gap company.

[@lesliesauls473]

Brand list…thanks!!

[@yensid4294]

It's always more challenging if you're a specialty size. Plus, petites or plus petites. There are plenty of brands I'd love to purchase from but they often only go to a sz 14 or 16 or S-XL. Even the stores like Old Navy that do have extended sizing, it will not be in store & you must order online. I loved Anthropology but it was hard even finding a 14 when I last visited their brick & mortar store. One thing I am beyond tired of in women's clothing is 3/4 sleeves & elbow length sleeves. Talk about matronly.

[@patdouglass4329]

Thanks Nada! Great video and really helpful.👍🏼 Would like a copy of the Brands list or perhaps a printable version of your Shop Here, Not There list. 😊

[@kbremias]

Would love to get the brands list. Thanks

[@kristinj7173]

Helpful info. My only suggestion is to put the name of the recommended store in the text, since you do that for the not-recommended store name. Many are unfamiliar to me, so I was taking notes while watching…..and could not understand all the names. Thanks!

[@NadaManley]

Sorry about that! I agree that would have made it better. To make it a little easier the brands are listed in the catalog in the description box and also in this file. drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@maryannwheeler7170]

Good morning!!

[@annb1662]

I’d love the brand list. Thank you!

[@janetleesteinman9165]

What do you you think of The Fold?

[@NadaManley]

@@janetleesteinman9165 I really like it! I need to put it on my radar again. I will try to discuss it in a future video

[@JohnAyers-w9l]

Brands - thank you

[@HeatherFish-z2s]

Brands list, please! Thanks for this helpful video.

[@jillsellers5623]

I spend too much time at J.Jill. haha I'd love your brands list.

[@ulrikeklein1890]

Brand list 😊

[@LindellM]

Brands list. Thank you!

[@susanwinsett9707]

BRANDS!

[@NadaManley]

Thanks Susan! Here's the link! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@barbarasimonson3356]

I would really appreciate getting your brands list! Thank you.

[@NadaManley]

@@barbarasimonson3356 thank you! Here it is! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@mercedes523]

The only item that I find made well at BR is denim and some khaki bottoms. They are disappointing me constantly. I find flimsy fabric and seams poorly sewn. Also, Ann Taylor is the same. When I walked in last week it all screamed “look at me, I’m old”. lol

[@Margaretcs0103]

At a size 14, fit is most important…….i tried on 25 pair of jeans today and bought nothing……the “ high rise” sits just under my bra and at 69 years old my waist is thicker so they’re awfully uncomfortable ! The wide legs are ginormous and look idiotic on me. I have thick thighs and tried Madewell curvy…..and they’re too big. I went into Ann Taylor and couldn’t button any size 14. I am exhausted and totally discouraged with every darn brand out there. This is precisely why older women buy certain brands……because they may be ugly, but they fit our older bodies with our lumps bumps and 10 to 20 pounds of menopause chub.

[@lisafeldmann9863]

You may want to consider Express or JJill.

[@fionaknox266]

❤ brands please

[@andie3614]

I always feel stuck with Talbots as very few stores make petite suits I can wear to work. And then I feel frumpy. Sometimes department stores have Ralph Lauren petites, and J Crew has great blazers though they always seem to be sold out of whatever I would want - are there others?

[@bboyd9727]

And, Again, HELP! My second question on blazers- that shown WHBM blazer is also similar to a dark navy jean LRL blazer I have - it , too, has metallic buttons- which is similar to my 1st blazer in question, . (but it has peaCoat lapel styling) . I can’t figure out the formula of which top & bottom to wear with it that I would be comfortable in.

[@lisascott9147]

Brands- please and thank you!

[@secondeve610]

Great one! Thank you! Can you recommend a higher end than Express, i like their style but my experience is it's gone down hill a bit

[@NadaManley]

I agree. I think many brands have unfortunately. :( For that aesthetic, I would look to Marcella NYC, Cinq a Sept, Saint & Sofia...

[@kathynoll617]

Please send the brands list. I love your choices:)

[@NadaManley]

Hi Kathy! Thank you! Here's the list! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@bboyd9727]

3) Last question- Nada, which style/silohette, if any, of metallic coated jeans are ok? At the beginning, You showed the gold ones with embroidery/appliqué(?) as a ‘not this’/ but is there a ‘do this instead’ for that category? Leather & faux leather are not an option for me…

[@edeloof]

Brands list!

[@maureenjones4987]

Brands☺️

[@sandrasmall9573]

Brands list, please.

[@NadaManley]

@@sandrasmall9573 thank you! You can find my free brands resource here. drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@sydneyharrison4126]

Brands! 2:53pm PST

[@NadaManley]

Hi Sydney! Here's the link! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@bboyd9727]

You look Beautiful! Good video! Many thoughts here, but first one to stand out is - Help please! sometimes I am missing one item to make a look ‘mine’. Ex: you spoke of blazers- but I can’t figure out the correct formula for this popular blazer style. I have 3 black blazers- &1 is ‘missing’ that certain (?) additional apparel/thing/bottoms to make me comfortable in wearing it. It’s been hard to figure out because the blazer is more polished, -it’s like your ‘Miller dickie jacket’ in the catalog- it’s black with metallic buttons,. But to wear with what?My style is more ‘casual jeans/cargo pants’

[@kimberlyfair732]

So helpful, thank you!

[@anaverran3040]

Great video!

[@AmyWalton-p2h]

Brands list, please! Thanks.

[@NadaManley]

@@AmyWalton-p2h thank you! You can find my free brands resource here. drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@janislottinger1260]

Lists please

[@cindybrown9191]

What do you think of EverEve?

[@NadaManley]

I love it Cindy! One of my faves!

[@olgayorish234]

Walked into jjill the other day and was absolutely horrified

[@lauriepowell3959]

I have only seen Boston Proper catalogs, but throughout the years I have usually gotten the impression that newly single old men or sugar daddies would buy these clothes for their much younger “sexy” girlfriend. Just my impression.

[@careycraig3596]

Brands list please

[@NadaManley]

Here's the link! Thank you! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@joykarl7558]

Brand sheet

[@carolschwaber6552]

brands please

[@NadaManley]

Thanks Carol! Here's the link! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@CeciliaLawler-vq3mw]

Brands please

[@NadaManley]

Thank you Cecilia! Here it is! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@deborahupchurch5876]

BRANDS guide Please

[@NadaManley]

Here it is! Hope you like it! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@jenniferlawrence6588]

Brands, please.

[@NadaManley]

Thanks Jennifer! Here's the link! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@SondraThorson]

Brands - please send me the link.

[@NadaManley]

Here it is Sondra! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@margarettremba7106]

I Love Clara SunWoo liquid leather jackets, are they dated?

[@NadaManley]

@@margarettremba7106 I think those are good!

[@arlenewitt248]

I loved your video BUT.. while you occasionally put the printed name up on the screen of the stores to stay away from, you failed to list the printed name of the stores to go to instead. While that isn’t a problem with the stores I am familiar with, it makes it hard to know the correct spelling and name of the stores I’ve never heard of that you are recommending. Maybe provide a free buy here, not here list we can download?

[@NadaManley]

Hi Arlene! I thought about that too late. You are right. I do have that list here. It's on page 3 of this download. There's also a free catalog with all of these brands in the description box. drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@arlenewitt248]

@@NadaManley thank you.

[@Karyn-iw9bf]

Brands

[@NadaManley]

Thanks Karyn! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@judymcbrine6523]

brands

[@NadaManley]

Thank you Judy! Here's the link! drive.google.com/file/d/1XcwPETYyP8GJyRfxOoFWL1z2pJq9qAJp/view?usp=sharing

[@deelehey2827]

Vineyard Vines is too predictable.

[@NadaManley]

Their aesthetic is very focused for sure.

[@delilah1479]

Haven't shopped Talbots in decades.....style is more boring and too classical for me.

[@luluandmeow]

I found most of these outfits horrible, sorry Nada!

[@NadaManley]

What's your favorite go-to store? Looking to expand your options? Let's discuss. And don't forget to grab my Modern Classics Wardrobe Guide! nadamanley.com/modernclassics