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Review: Gap 1969 Jeans in Size Petite 00

by AlterationsNeeded on November 9, 2009

There was a lot of hype and good press coming out about the new Gap 1969 premium denim line. Lots of people were saying good things about the fit, styles, and of course, the price ($60-$70 for premium denim? Sold!). Thankfully, Gap had the good sense to make their new jeans in petite sizing…but unfortunately, only available online. So, being the curious girl I am, I decided to get one of each jean in size Petite 00. If these really are the…

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Review – Gap Broken-In Skimmers

by AlterationsNeeded on June 19, 2011

…hich just so happens to be a marvelous example of the fit problems I usually find with bottoms. I chose to try this particular pair after seeing them look fabulous on another petite blogger. On me: H&M t-shirt, size xs | GAP pants, size 00P | Cole Haan shoes, size 5 On petite dress form: J.Crew necklace Take a look at how much extra fabric is folding and poofing at the crotch. I can literally grab a handful of extra fabric there. These pant…

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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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Fall Sale at BR and Double Cash Back

by AlterationsNeeded on September 16, 2010

If you have a Banana Repubic or Gap card, the “Sale Before the Sale” starts tomorrow. Get 40% off all full-priced items when you use your BR/Gap card, 9/17/10 – 9/18/10 with code PRESALE. The fall sale then starts for everyone 9/19/10. Also, get free shipping on $100+ with code BRFREE100. Perhaps even more exciting is Ebates is offering double cash back right now for select stores. In this deal, you can get 15% cash back at Ban…

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Petite Shopping Links: 3/19/10

by AlterationsNeeded on March 19, 2010

Gap Give and Get Program, Friends & Family Event: 30% off at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy through Sunday, March 20. Unfortunately no multiple use online codes that I can find, but I have a multiple use coupon that can be printed and used in store, linked below. 5% of the amount spent goes to charity, so I choose the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society as my non-profit of choice. Since I work in cancer research, it is a charit…

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Banana Republic "After 5 Style Event"

by AlterationsNeeded on November 5, 2009

If you have a BR, Gap, or Old Navy card, then you can take advantage of the BR “After 5 Style Event” today starting at 5pm ET. 30% off orders of $100 or more when you use your BR, Gap, or ON card From 5pm – 11:59pm ET on Nov. 5, 2009 Code: AFTER5 25% off orders of $100 or more, no card needed Code: BREVENT25   **I just received a different code in my inbox today for use with a BR, Gap or ON card. I guess if one doesn&…

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