Reader Request – To Hoard, Or Not To Hoard

by AlterationsNeeded on November 20, 2011

Twining! I’ve been known to buy repeats of items, whether it’s in different colors of the exact same item, or as a backup for when my first one wears out. It doesn’t happen often, but it happened recently with the little Old Navy striped sweater. I hunted down a second one when it went on [...]

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Reader Mail – Being Thin…

by AlterationsNeeded on January 11, 2011

This question comes from a 51 year old reader, who still retains her youthful svelte figure at 5’0″ tall and 98 pounds: I wanted to ask you, to this day I still get comments about how small I am and sometimes they hint that I must have an eating disorder, which kills me because I [...]

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And a quick delve into color theory… Cardigan – LOFT Petite V-Neck Long Cardigan, size petite xxs Top – Ann Taylor, size petite xxs Pants – LOFT Petite Equestrian Wool Lean Trousers, size Petite 00 Shoes – Christian Louboutin 85mm Pumps, size 35 Belt – Vintage snakeskin Necklaces – Pearl & Sterling Silver (handmade by [...]

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Reader Mail: Made to Measure on Etsy for Petites

by AlterationsNeeded on May 5, 2010

Reader Jacqueline wrote: Etsy.com As someone with the same body type as you have, I love reading your blog and getting inspiration for dressing. But, it seems like a lot of the items that work for petites aren’t available in my area. Ann Taylor doesn’t ship to Canada… it’s almost impossible to find quality designer [...]

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Reader Mail: Petite Honeymoon Lingerie

by AlterationsNeeded on April 21, 2010

Reader Julia asks: Hi there! I too am a small lady- 5’1, 34A, aka cannot find clothing…. I LOVED stumbling upon your blog and forum! I’m going on my honeymoon in a month and freaking out-I’ve spent literally the past 2 weeks in and out of stores, all over the internet, in specialty boutiques where [...]

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