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Petite Quotes: Ashley Olsen

by AlterationsNeeded on August 26, 2009

…g the patience for a tailor and cutting everything ourselves … My sister once took an Alaïa dress of mine and just cut the whole thing, and then she was like, ‘I cut it too short.’”” -from the article, Ashley Olsen Spills Her Secrets, in the August 2009 Marie Claire photo: marieclaire.com …

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Brand that Sometimes Runs Small: Banana Republic Petites

by AlterationsNeeded on September 14, 2008

…n are of this variety. For example, this top fit me fantastically! Petite sleeveless tie-neck top (rayon/spandex) Jackets: I’ve found a few blazers in P00 that have worked me, and each one has had the word “stretch” on the label. Go figure, since the stretchy fabric garments are cut smaller right? Look for things that say “stretch”, and there’s a chance it’ll fit. Pants: Just like with the jackets, the P00 pants that have the word “stretch” so…

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LA Sample Sales: Paige and Frankie B.

by AlterationsNeeded on December 12, 2008

I just found listings for two sample sales happening today in Los Angeles! Paige Premium Denim size 24 jeans generally run small in the thigh, and even make a petite length in some styles. Label: Paige Premium Denim Deal: Sample sale, featuring variety of styles, washes and sizes at $50 When/Where: Friday, December 12, 9am-3pm, 127 East 9th Street, Suite 209, Downtown Frankie B. Jeans make size 23 (very rare!) and I’ve also heard this je…

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Jeans that Run Small: Ksubi

by AlterationsNeeded on May 27, 2009

I remember reading an article somewhere in which the Olsen twins revealed their love for Ksubi jeans. I believe the line was something like, “they fit perfect, right off the rack”, and since the Olsens are also super tiny, I made a mental note right then and there to check into these mysterious jeans, as at the time, it was the first I had ever heard of them. Ashley Olsen in Ksubi, denimology.co.uk Since then, I’ve been s…

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Tiny Bras: The Elusive Size 30 Bra Band

by AlterationsNeeded on March 30, 2009

…#8217;s a big plus! Nordstrom will also ship to your home for free if you inquire about a size in store. Standard shipping in the US is $8. They also ship to Canada. Free in store returns, or $6 by mail with pre-paid shipping label. By far the largest online selection I’ve found so far. Carries as small as a size 28AA with lots of cute options for every size. Standard shipping is $4.95 in the US. They ship internationally through their UK w…

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Petite Haute Couture Fashion House Gets a Modern Makeover

by AlterationsNeeded on May 2, 2011

…ow us to be ourselves. I’d found an opening where there was no competition and a moment when Paris was overflowing with happiness. (source) Madame Carven designed for her fashion house until 1993, at the age of 84. Her label fell into obscurity, and now, not many women are have heard of the once famous brand. A new designer has been tapped to revive the brand in recent years, and Carven is starting to make headlines again. The youthful spi…

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