Banana Republic Mad Men Launch Party

by AlterationsNeeded on March 3, 2012

Everyone was ohhing & ahhing over the pink cigarette pants As one of the few stylish brands that carries petite sizes, Banana Republic has made a solid place for itself in my wardrobe. I may not shop them every season, but I always have an eye on what new offerings are in stores. I’m also [...]

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Happy New Year!

by AlterationsNeeded on December 31, 2011

Just a quick post to express my gratitude for everyone who has read, commented, tweeted, Facebooked and supported Alterations Needed over the last year. I can’t thank you all enough, and would like to wish you all a very happy, healthy, and stylish new year. Stay safe in your celebrations tonight, and I’ll see you [...]

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Secret Santa Reveal

by AlterationsNeeded on December 28, 2011

A few ladies and myself had a mini Secret Santa exchange this holiday season, with the bloggers among us posting a reveal of our SS gifts today. Here is my very thoughtful gift, from my lovely Secret Santa, Elaine! I couldn’t be happier with the delicious teas she picked out. They’ve been my favorite treat [...]

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How I Spent Fashion’s Night Out

by AlterationsNeeded on September 19, 2011

After seeing so many fun posts from other bloggers who went to Fashion’s Night Out festivities in their cities…I figured I’d put together a little post about what I did for FNO. The plan was to meet up with fellow San Diegan’s, Carol and Kinzie, at Fashion Valley Mall. Equipped with my trusty camera, I [...]

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Missoni for Target – Small Shoes Up For Grabs

by AlterationsNeeded on September 15, 2011

Tuesday, I went out into the madness that was the launch of Missoni for Target. I had a few items on my wish list, but missed out on my favorite pieces as a mad rush of crazed shoppers filled their carts, only to turn around and sell these items on ebay for incredible markups. A [...]

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Introducing Hemmed

by AlterationsNeeded on August 31, 2011

When I first started writing Alterations Needed in 2008, there were only two other active blogs that were even talking about petite clothing (one of which, Shorty Stories, is still going strong!). I had a lot of questions about where to shop and what it meant to have clothes that actually fit, and as I [...]

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Over-Dressed

by AlterationsNeeded on July 17, 2011

Theory “Vern” blazer, size 00 | Ann Taylor petal front shell, size xxsp | Paige Blue Heights jeans (hemmed), size 23 | Ann Taylor Factory belt, size xs | Jewelry – pearl necklace, jet necklace, pearl brooch, sterling silver ball bracelet   This is me at the beach..the beach! I know, I know…way over-dressed right? [...]

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