Each January I like pulling the numbers and seeing what kinds and items this group favored all through the prior 12 months! This 12 months’s listing consists of a number of nice on a regular basis staples that come again 12 months after 12 months, comfortable sensible sneakers, and a number of the most flattering denims out there in petite sizing.
For this roundup I additionally tried to incorporate video match evaluations for every merchandise, and added a couple of private MVPs (that didn’t made the reader favorites listing) to the underside of this submit!
2024 EP READERS TOP 10 FAVORITES
1. J. Crew slim large denims
See a video overview.
In 2023 the Madewell large crop denims had been on the high of the listing, so I’m not shocked the J.Crew model earned a spot this time round. Each are related, although the J.Crew denims are minimize barely much less large by means of the legs, with extra shade choices which have completed hems (in comparison with uncooked minimize hems).
As somebody who hardly ever wears something past a kitten heel now, large cropped denim has been one of the crucial flattering but sensible kinds that pairs simply with flats, decrease heels and booties. J.Crew denims run just a little massive on the waist – I’ve 24 petite and there’s room, however I don’t thoughts it with my fluctuating weight. I additionally ended up getting this identical minimize in fake leather-based which is gentle and comfortable all day, tho runs larger on the waist than the denim.
2. Ann Taylor Sailor Vast Leg Pants
These trousers had been a wild hit that bought out shortly! Ann Taylor has a couple of related large leg pants at the moment out there (most related full size choice and cropped choice) that I plan on attempting, in hopes that a few of these shall be fairly shut.
3. SéZANE AMANCE CARDIGAN
A lot of my wardrobe is made up of fundamental staples, so having a handful of extra distinctive, intricately detailed items goes a great distance in including some spark to outfits. That is a type of winners with the prettiest minimize, gently ballooning sleeves and tiny pearlized buttons. The match is a looser minimize on me with longer sleeves, so I normally put on it with the banded wrist folded as soon as. You may see extra pictures of it on me on this weblog submit.
4. Quince Winners
Two gadgets from Quince nearly tied for bestsellers this 12 months: 1) this linen midi gown with pockets (see on me) that’s traditional and comfy and accompanied me on a number of journeys, and a couple of) this cashmere on a regular basis staple that I personal in practically all the colours.
In my current Quince sweater evaluations I shared this little sweater has a extra petite-friendly match than their normal crewneck, and I solely want they’d make extra colours! It has a banded backside hem that’s simple to regulate and hike up a bit to put on shorter, with out having to tuck in. See what I imply in this try-on video.
5. Madewell bucket bag
See my video overview.
This bag checked off all of the containers! Stylish quiet luxurious look, roomy capability (simply suits my laptop computer) to make use of as a piece / mother / faculty bag, stunning colours, and comfy shoulder strap drop even with a thick coat on. It is available in two sizes as seen in my video – the medium is a very nice petite-friendly measurement, however I went with the total measurement to suit a laptop computer. The slouch retains it from feeling too massive on a petite body.
I did have to switch mine by slicing the surplus tail size of the leather-based strap, but it surely was a fast, easy minimize and never noticeable afterward IMO.
6. Kenneth Cole Stretch shaft boots
See my video overview.
At present nonetheless out there at:
- Bloomingdales (extra colours)
- Nordstrom
- Amazon
Observe: this boot comes out in new iterations annually with a special type identify (ie Emily, Ella, Elbert), however I’ve discovered them to all be extraordinarily related in development and match. My 3 pairs all have a special type identify, however feel and appear very shut.
These had been considered one of my private MVPs final Fall / Winter, so I used to be joyful to see them restocked and make this listing! Whereas I don’t discover the form of those boots to be essentially the most fashion-forward, the consolation is unmatched. They’re properly cushioned and have little pads for arch help so I can put on them strolling throughout the town. The slim stretch ankle shaft additionally tucks simply into the leg opening of denims and pants. These run just a little slender so I like to recommend sizing up if between sizes (I acquired 5.5).
7. ARITZIA SUPERPuff Down PUFFER
See my video overview.
Though I’m a wool coat loyalist, puffers have all the time been extra widespread with the EP group. In prior years there’s been a number of curiosity in my Mackage puffer evaluations, so it’s no shock this Aritzia look-for-less has change into a greatest vendor.
I’ve put mine to the check and it’s really heat but light-weight, and water-reisistant no less than in lighter snow showers. It is available in both unique or slim match aka their “SuperSnug” match. The unique is looser with loads of room to layer, whereas the SuperSnug is an in depth, slim match by means of the torso and sleeves. In case you’re a fan of the Mackage look, the SuperSnug mid size coats are most related, esp ones with fake fur hoods.
For many who like extra protection for heat, my MIL loves her traditional match lengthy superpuff (sized down)!
8. GAP WIDE LEG STRIDE JEANS
See a video try-on.
The tremendous flattering trouser jean that immediately lengthens! Whereas a large cropped type (see #1 above) is extra sensible with decrease sneakers, the elongating impact of those is price carrying heels for on occasion.
Typical of Hole sizing, the waist of the 24 petite is just a little unfastened on me. I noticed a really petite pal carrying her Stride denims with sneakers, and seems, she efficiently shrunk them machine washing & drying on excessive however I’ve but to strive that.
9. Abercrombie tailor-made topcoat
See an outfit video.
I don’t know why it’s a problem each single 12 months to seek out wool coats in precise petite sizing! Quite a lot of manufacturers ran outsized this winter or bought out shortly, however this AF one has been a trusty staple for a number of years now. It’s a no-frills, straighter minimize coat that may be worn casually or professionally, and is available in a number of colours (herringbone was the favourite this 12 months) and Petite / Normal / Tall sizing so we are able to truly get sleeve lengths that match! It’s additionally decently heat and absolutely lined – my normal xxs petite has room to layer.
10. adidas Spezial Sneakers
Restocked at Foot Locker. I lived in sneakers this 12 months, and whereas I wore my Sambas in each black and white SO a lot, the Spezials on this colorway had been a transparent favourite.
This versatile “Earth strata” shade sells out shortly, however will get restocked each on occasion. The Spezials have just a little extra arch help than Sambas however do run giant (half to a full measurement). I’m sometimes a 5 or 5.5 in different manufacturers, and my Spezials in 5 has some room on me.
Honorable Point out: BABYZEN YOYO STROLLER
See me utilizing / folding it.
Our tried and true compact stroller – we’ve used it on practically each journey since Nori was born 6 years in the past! That is additionally the stroller I select to make use of on a day-to-day foundation if I’m heading out the door by myself, because it’s so light-weight and extra manageable for me than our common stroller. In prior years it hardly ever acquired marked down, however grew to become a greatest vendor this 12 months on account of a reasonably good sale (25% off)!
Honorable point out: CASLON WATER RESISTANT BOOTS
One other very outdated buy that continues to be a reader favourite! These had been a success with you guys years in the past, grew to become discontinued, after which seemingly popped again at Nordstrom Rack for a steal at underneath $50. In case you want just a little extra raise, I additionally personal the newer Miah boot with block heel (Miah runs half measurement massive).
a couple of extra Private MVPs
Noteworthy additions that didn’t make the listing above, however carry me pleasure whereas getting dressed!
1. Varley doublesoft set
Influenced by associates, I positioned my first Varley order some time again and their Double Tender cloth really lived as much as the hype. I wished a full set however the shorter 25″ cuffed jogger in xxs was all the time bought out – I solely not too long ago snagged one and it’s truthfully extra petite-friendly than I anticipated! The medium weight can also be implausible and one thing I can put on for no less than 3 seasons in Boston.
I’d recommend getting a darker shade if doable because the pocket outlines present by means of a bit on lighter, however when enveloped within the luxuriously gentle cloth, I’m prepared to miss this. I spend an excellent period of time in “comfies” so placing on an elevated set makes a giant distinction for my mindset!
2. Aritzia Regal Vest
See my video overview.
This has minimal stretch and gained’t swimsuit everybody, however I completely love mine and reached for it typically earlier than it acquired chilly. Every time I used to be caught on an outfit for a gathering or occasion, this vest felt polished and on pattern with out attempting too laborious. Seems stylish with large leg denims, a midi skirt, or the matching trousers! It suits slender throughout the chest so I sized as much as a 0.
3. Levi’s Ribcage Ankle denims
See my video overview.
I wore a number of flats & sneakers this 12 months and LIVED in my Levi Ribcage denims. I significantly like this minimize because it absolutely covers my ankles when it’s chilly out, and I don’t want to fret about what socks to put on with which sneakers. Though it’s known as “ankle” size, the 27″ inseam is completely full size for me. These do have a really excessive rise, which is why I believe they’re hit and miss for others.
4. ETSY SUEDE HOBO BAG
See my video overview.
I fell in love with the Khaite suede hobo final 12 months, so when my search turned up this handmade model for underneath 1/tenth the worth, it was a no brainer. Transport takes a short time because it’s customized made however I’m very pleased with every little thing – the standard, shade, slouch, capability, sturdy zipper… The one factor I’d do otherwise is possibly request a zipper pull with an identical suede tab as a substitute of steel.
The vendor was additionally very useful with all my Qs and expressed how appreciative he’s of this group’s help for his small biz! He even gave code JEANHOBOBAGS30 for an additional low cost this month. You may also see a peek of this bag worn with my Varley tracksuit above.
Did any of those favorites discover their method into your wardrobe this 12 months?
