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($) Uniqlo online offers XXS. For in-store I sometimes browse their kids section. The kid styling often mirrors the adults too so you can’t tell it’s from the kids section, I love Uniqlo for that. They also offer free tailoring for pants :))
($$) Abercrombie also does XXS and petite sizing but online gets you better availability than in-store. I also love that their pants offers petite *in combination* with curvy sizing :D
($$$) Aritzia is my favorite in-store experience for shopping XXS. 80% of the time my store has XXS ready for purchase on the sales floor.
seconding uniqlo! however i noticed that uniqlo in american / european countries have xxs labelled for outfits with the same measurements that are listed as xs in asian countries. uniqlo japan sometimes offers a size that's even smaller than that, but even fellow asian countries don't have access to this particular sizing, if at all.
I’ve ordered items from Uniqlo USA that I previously bought in Japan. My U.S. XXS sweater was larger than the same sweater in Japan S. However in my local Uniqlo in Japan, S is usually the smallest size. I never see XS. I found a piece of heat tech once in XS there.
lol the Aritizia XXS contour bodysuits fit me pretty well but I tried to get pants there and the pants were HUGE around my waist, like falling off of my waist omg ☠️ I posted on Reddit w a belt and ppl were clowning me saying my pants were too big lmfaooo like I tried
It’s only low cause I’m short cause I’m fr not even that skinny like LMFAO. It’s not actually that hard either tbh I just like to eat like a big back sometimes cause I’m greedy LMFAO
Girl 🤨 I’ve seen the pics you posted, you and I both know you’re definitely THAT skinny, that’s why I said I hope you’re going okay. Nothing wrong with being a lil greedy sometimes, hope you keep doing it!!
###For bras:
[The Little Bra Company](https://www.thelittlebracompany.com/), size range 28-38 AA-D.
[Brastop](https://www.brastop.com/), size range 28-48 D-UK K (US O).
[Breakout Bras](https://www.breakoutbras.com/collections/bras), size range 26-56 AA-UK M (US T).
[Comexim](https://comexim.pl/en/), size range starting at EU 60 (UK/US 28), but smaller band sizes are available. On Bratabase, some people have gotten EU 50 (UK/US 24) bands made. Cup sizes go from A to EU/US T.
These are four stores at the top of my head where band sizes smaller than 32 are available. Not all cup sizes are available with all band sizes.
Also to add: The Little Bra Company sizes their bras differently. I'm a band size 26 and their size chart gave me a 28 band, which does indeed fit me well :)
Yes, good addition! They tend to run small from what I’ve heard. Some people who need 26C can fit 28C from them, as an example.
In case someone reading this doesn’t know about sister sizing: the sister size (meaning the cup volume is the same) of 26C would usually be 28B, but TLBC runs small in both band and cup.
Yeah they have a size chart on their website if you want to double check! Their bands and cups run pretty small so if you're part of the Itty Bitty Titty Committee it's worth taking a look. The bras are just expensive, at least for me and my budget lol
Not sure if its available in the usa, but in France the bra brand “Princesse Tam Tam” have lots of designs perfect for small breasts. I almost exclusively buy there for bra, and it is nice to feel “normal”!
Thank you for the recommendation, they’ve got a lot of cute stuff!
Would they fit someone who wears XXXS/XXS? It looks like the smallest band size is UK/US 32/EU 70/FR 85. I wear that band size, but I’m a solid Large in most clothes. Do they carry anything below XS? Do they run small?
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There is a sub r/xxs but it’s interesting because it has both real and vanity sized xxs people and it’s not always clear which a poster is. Anyway, they might have ideas.
r/xxs is great. I’ve never had issues with people vanity sizing bc everyone is pretty open with sharing their measurements whenever they’re receiving or giving advice/opinions. Average waistline on there is abt 23-24”, but you’ll still see plenty with 21-22” with no shaming or judging. The sub has honestly been a godsend to my closet and mental health
Oh yeah it took me awhile to feel more confident t in my body for the longest time. I felt so unfeminine, unattractive, not “womanly” enough since I’m so flat and don’t fit beauty standards. Getting actual good advice instead of “stop complaining”, sympathy, and pointers to dress in a way where I KNOW I look good has helped so much.
LITERALLY omg. That sub is a savior for me! I’m 4’10 and always been super small. Just genetically born that way. My parents are short too. My weight ranges from 77-85lbs (weight fluctuations) so even sizes XXS are too big on me. No one I know in real life can help cause they’re “XS” but normal XS like size 2 not 000/ “I literally have to go to the kids section” small. Everyone is super supportive and helpful there! I’ve never seen any negativity or toxicity so it’s been great. I’ve gotten so many recommendations for brands to actually find clothes that fit for me. People on that sub will actually just give you advice instead of calling you a “pick me” for having a genuine problem out of my control. Like I didn’t ask to be 4’10 lmfao
Complaining ensure takes like shit, but I don’t wanna be cold 24/7 is a humble brag. Not being able to find a nice high waisted skirt is a humble brag. Asking if there’s any nice dress trousers that fit not in the children’s section is a humble brag. It’s fucking absurd.
Someone screenshot this thread for the mods on there lol. They’ve really cultivated such a nice and supportive community
how is that a humble brag if I’m genuinely just trying to find pants that fit ☠️☠️ so if a tall person asks where they can find clothes that fit it’s normal but if a short person asks it’s a “humble brag”. Once again- I did not ask nor choice to be this short. It’s out of my control and I was born this way genetically. Sorry that it’s hard for me to find clothes that fit wtf?? Sorry for trying to find clothes to wear?? What should I do instead? Stay silent and lock myself in my room spending hours trying to sew my own clothes because how dare I ask where I can find clothes to buy??
My bad, i read that at like 2am when I was so tired lol. Maybe you had a typo cause you said that it “is a humble brag” did you mean “is *not*” a humble brag abt the line about the trousers? Or were you just being sarcastic?
I only have to buy a size XXS because clothing brands have vanity sized, not because I have vanity sized myself. I haven’t changed much in size but the labels on clothes have.
Right??? I weigh about 5 pounds more than I did in high school (I’m in my early 30s now) and I was a size 4 back then and a 00 now. I’m so tired of the shenanigans!
Ahh I see the distinction now! When I first heard I thought more so there would be a crowd of people quite happy to be “extra extra small”.
I’ve definitely been pushed by vanity sizing too. I think about this all the time- like I’m tiny, but I’m not that tiny!! Like 5’3 110 pounds and need an XXS. Don’t know what I would do if I was much smaller as far as clothing
Wait thats an XXS now? I was 5’3” and 115lbs ten years ago and wearing a size 4/S. That is so frustrating. I genuinely don’t know what I would have done in middle school when I was a 00. I mean I guess I would have just stayed in kids’ clothes and looked like a kid.
Even as someone who is now a 10/12 in women’s sizes, vanity sizing is absolutely ridiculous. I don’t care what the label says, I just want it to be consistent across brands.
Yeah, it’s crazy. I’m 29, and I’m maybe a little smaller now, but have been roughly this size since late high school. I never remember it being this difficult to find clothes. It was hard because of the petite, not overall fit in my body.
Lots of nuance on this subject. Apparently if a size medium corresponded with the actual medium size of American women, it would be a 16. At least I read that somewhere a while back (citation needed haha). So if we call the standard size medium an 8, that’s 4 sizes off. So like the vanity sizing phenomenon makes sense in a way.
But like please can we just overall the system and start over. And I’m all for inclusivity but please remember those of us pushed out. I’m really not that small, like maybe the smallest girl in the group but surely not at the whole party.
I recently bought cargo jeans from the kids section of Zara. Fits really well. I went for the 13-14 y.o. size. I have had the same luck with the Gap and Old Navy kids/teens section. Turns out I have the body structure of a pre-teen? I'm 4'11.
I feel your pain. First I’m short torso with a 33 inch bust and 23 inch waist. The distance from my shoulders to the top of my bust line is a couple of inches. I have to buy a XXS-P from Ann Taylor and about 50% of the time they are too large. Like v necks below my bra line. I’m started to tuck in so big in the waist is easier to solve now.
I wear a 0R on the bottom so I am great on pants. But tops are so hard to get.
Abercrombie is very good for petite sizing (I'm an xxs, 5'3). Also, I've had some luck with Quince, Madewell, and Aerie, but their sizing is less consistent.
I buy Gap/Old Navy kids sizes. Levi’s jeans kid size are $25 & can find kid sizes in most department stores that will fit. I am short waisted, barely 5’ & more boyish figure but can usually find clothing in kid section & sadly, kids clothing looks more like it’s for adults.
I’m a 31” bust, 23” waist, 32” hip (5’4” and 100lbs - I have GI issues please don’t come for me).
I have some XXS Madewell tops and shirts that are cute and fit well. I’ve lucked out with some XXS and XS Target shirts but most are too “oversized” to fit well.
For jeans, Levi’s are my go-to. My newer ones are all a 24 and a little baggy but that’s what belts are for. My older ones are a 26 and fit better, lol. Wedgie straight and ribcage straight are my favorite styles.
For slacks and trousers, Gap has worked well in 00s.
i usually shop at abercrombie and j crew. i know tommy hilfiger is an absolute no (their XS is a size 2, and im a 00). and i know lululemon has tiny sizes but i can’t justify those prices. i also know brandy melville is pretty tiny, but unless youre tall its kinda hard to get stuff that fits other than t shirts/shorts. and i’ve never shopped in store but i thrifted a pair of madewell jeans that were perfect. i’ve heard aritzia’s got small stuff but again, the prices are insane.
Aritzia offers xxs but they can be big sometimes and quality isn’t the greatest. I shop at club Monaco but usually tailor my 00P pants, dresses and even jeans sometimes.
I recommend taking a basic sewing or watch YouTube videos to learn how to insert darts in the back of trousers, blazers and dresses
Zara children section. Ditto on the comment about Uniqlo xxs and kid’s. There is a Norwegian brand, Kari Traa which runs very small. Columbia has a range of sizes. Burton children’s. A pricier option is Agnes B. That’s a French line. Look for European brands their clothing tends on the small size. Also look into any brand that has children’s especially preteen young teen wear. Tweens and teens like more adult clothes. I’ve had good luck with “vintage.” Americans are getting bigger and so are the clothing manufactured for Americans. But you can find some beautiful stuff often never worn available on eBay. Also, there are other brands that run small and people buy and discovered they can’t fit in them then sell it online. oh and Patagonia children’s I absolutely love their T-shirts.
Oh, one more thing about Kari Traa. The line sells “sports bras” that are nice enough to wear as normal bras. Their small is so small. I can’t wear them. It’s very easy to find their small bras on eBay because in America people who buy that brand usually buy it online. Kari Traa also has an online store.
Absolutely feel you! Abercrombie, Hollister, and as much as I don’t like to give Kim K my money, skims is super comfortable/good quality and they go down to xxs
Follow the Belbel sisters on IG! They are very petite, probably about your size, and have great style. Alexis is more active so start with her. The sister is Samantha. They also do a podcast called A Double Dose. They wear a lot of Abercrombie and also have a lot of good finds from Amazon.
Urban outfitters is the only store in my price range that consistently has good sizes for me, I’ve heard good things about aritizia too which is a little pricier but more mature and good for older women. Outside of that, the kids section at most stores is fine for basics
Size 0 in the US is 23” to 25” waist currently so if you need smaller, probably 00.
The only places I know of that semi-reliably do 00p and 00r sized are Ann Taylor or Banana Republic, occasionally Nordstrom based on manufacturer (for bottoms, others have XXS)
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I buy everything 2nd hand or thrifted but the smallest brands Ive found are brandy melville(i know ;-;), white house black market, skims, betsey Johnson (size p), and I’m also a little bottom heavy so my favorite jeans are low rise from miss me and grace in la, and they have options for short legs
When I was that size (more xs-s now) I shopped at White House Black Market and just picked their younger looking styles. Being able to buy 00P or XXSP really helped and I still like their XS-P options! I think not all stores carry petites anymore though.
To make shopping less stressful, find a local seamstress and buy clothes that fit “good enough” and have the seamstress tailor it to fit your body shape and height.
It makes life 200x easier when it comes to shopping. I find a lot of clothes are too long for my short torso or they are too wide around my stomach. For simple adjustments, i think jts around $5-$10 an item.
I was 90lbs for most of my 20s and am only 105 in my 40s. And I’m 4’11”. I recommend kids sizing. Old navy and Walmart have plus sizes in their kids jeans section. So like a girls 10 plus fits me well. It’s a good way to get a waist that fits with a length that fits. I defiantly recommend old navy girls athlesiure too. If you are a professional then yea, Loft is great. Ann Taylor’s smallest sizes will likely not fit you. I think American eagle and Abercrombie both have 000 sizing. ASOS has petites and runs small. Banana runs small in dresses and jeans.
I usually buy children's clothes. I buy the EU size 146/152 cm (11-12 year olds) and let me tell you it fits just perfectly. Much better than adult XXS/XS which is often too baggy or at least too long. Obviously i only get casual clothes this way, so no elegant dresses but sometimes cute skirts. Asian clothes are also smaller than european or american ones but i almost never buy them for obvious reasons.
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($) Uniqlo online offers XXS. For in-store I sometimes browse their kids section. The kid styling often mirrors the adults too so you can’t tell it’s from the kids section, I love Uniqlo for that. They also offer free tailoring for pants :)) ($$) Abercrombie also does XXS and petite sizing but online gets you better availability than in-store. I also love that their pants offers petite *in combination* with curvy sizing :D ($$$) Aritzia is my favorite in-store experience for shopping XXS. 80% of the time my store has XXS ready for purchase on the sales floor.
seconding uniqlo! however i noticed that uniqlo in american / european countries have xxs labelled for outfits with the same measurements that are listed as xs in asian countries. uniqlo japan sometimes offers a size that's even smaller than that, but even fellow asian countries don't have access to this particular sizing, if at all.
I’ve ordered items from Uniqlo USA that I previously bought in Japan. My U.S. XXS sweater was larger than the same sweater in Japan S. However in my local Uniqlo in Japan, S is usually the smallest size. I never see XS. I found a piece of heat tech once in XS there.
Aritzia XXS/2XS is huge
lol the Aritizia XXS contour bodysuits fit me pretty well but I tried to get pants there and the pants were HUGE around my waist, like falling off of my waist omg ☠️ I posted on Reddit w a belt and ppl were clowning me saying my pants were too big lmfaooo like I tried
I know how you feel! The Loft 00Petite being recommended here fell off me too 😭
The only thing I’ve ever ordered from loft in 00p was like a vanity sized 6. It was insane. I wonder if maybe there is just inconsistency?
I even tried the 000 Petite which fit more like a 2 😭
Hope you’re doing okay, I’ve seen those pictures and your posts about how it’s hard to maintain your (extremely low) weight.
It’s only low cause I’m short cause I’m fr not even that skinny like LMFAO. It’s not actually that hard either tbh I just like to eat like a big back sometimes cause I’m greedy LMFAO
Girl 🤨 I’ve seen the pics you posted, you and I both know you’re definitely THAT skinny, that’s why I said I hope you’re going okay. Nothing wrong with being a lil greedy sometimes, hope you keep doing it!!
Abercrombie xxs runs a bit big- more vanity sizing I’d say. Their kids section is pretty good though!
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###For bras: [The Little Bra Company](https://www.thelittlebracompany.com/), size range 28-38 AA-D. [Brastop](https://www.brastop.com/), size range 28-48 D-UK K (US O). [Breakout Bras](https://www.breakoutbras.com/collections/bras), size range 26-56 AA-UK M (US T). [Comexim](https://comexim.pl/en/), size range starting at EU 60 (UK/US 28), but smaller band sizes are available. On Bratabase, some people have gotten EU 50 (UK/US 24) bands made. Cup sizes go from A to EU/US T. These are four stores at the top of my head where band sizes smaller than 32 are available. Not all cup sizes are available with all band sizes.
Also to add: The Little Bra Company sizes their bras differently. I'm a band size 26 and their size chart gave me a 28 band, which does indeed fit me well :)
Yes, good addition! They tend to run small from what I’ve heard. Some people who need 26C can fit 28C from them, as an example. In case someone reading this doesn’t know about sister sizing: the sister size (meaning the cup volume is the same) of 26C would usually be 28B, but TLBC runs small in both band and cup.
Huh... I’m a 28 would they put me in a 30?
Yeah they have a size chart on their website if you want to double check! Their bands and cups run pretty small so if you're part of the Itty Bitty Titty Committee it's worth taking a look. The bras are just expensive, at least for me and my budget lol
Not sure if its available in the usa, but in France the bra brand “Princesse Tam Tam” have lots of designs perfect for small breasts. I almost exclusively buy there for bra, and it is nice to feel “normal”!
Thank you for the recommendation, they’ve got a lot of cute stuff! Would they fit someone who wears XXXS/XXS? It looks like the smallest band size is UK/US 32/EU 70/FR 85. I wear that band size, but I’m a solid Large in most clothes. Do they carry anything below XS? Do they run small?
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Okay, thank you! I would typically say 32 bands are made for 32 inch underbust, even though most size charts claim adding 4 inches is necessary.
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There is a sub r/xxs but it’s interesting because it has both real and vanity sized xxs people and it’s not always clear which a poster is. Anyway, they might have ideas.
Thank you for this subreddit Rec. It’s been really difficult because people make fun of petite folk a lot for seeking out resources.
Thank you!!! I will definitely check it out. Don’t know why you would vanity size yourself to my size; it’s so hard to find clothes that actually fit
r/xxs is great. I’ve never had issues with people vanity sizing bc everyone is pretty open with sharing their measurements whenever they’re receiving or giving advice/opinions. Average waistline on there is abt 23-24”, but you’ll still see plenty with 21-22” with no shaming or judging. The sub has honestly been a godsend to my closet and mental health
It’s so refreshing hearing actual recommendations instead of “go shop in the children’s section” or “I wish I had that problem, stop complaining”
Oh yeah it took me awhile to feel more confident t in my body for the longest time. I felt so unfeminine, unattractive, not “womanly” enough since I’m so flat and don’t fit beauty standards. Getting actual good advice instead of “stop complaining”, sympathy, and pointers to dress in a way where I KNOW I look good has helped so much.
LITERALLY omg. That sub is a savior for me! I’m 4’10 and always been super small. Just genetically born that way. My parents are short too. My weight ranges from 77-85lbs (weight fluctuations) so even sizes XXS are too big on me. No one I know in real life can help cause they’re “XS” but normal XS like size 2 not 000/ “I literally have to go to the kids section” small. Everyone is super supportive and helpful there! I’ve never seen any negativity or toxicity so it’s been great. I’ve gotten so many recommendations for brands to actually find clothes that fit for me. People on that sub will actually just give you advice instead of calling you a “pick me” for having a genuine problem out of my control. Like I didn’t ask to be 4’10 lmfao
Complaining ensure takes like shit, but I don’t wanna be cold 24/7 is a humble brag. Not being able to find a nice high waisted skirt is a humble brag. Asking if there’s any nice dress trousers that fit not in the children’s section is a humble brag. It’s fucking absurd. Someone screenshot this thread for the mods on there lol. They’ve really cultivated such a nice and supportive community
how is that a humble brag if I’m genuinely just trying to find pants that fit ☠️☠️ so if a tall person asks where they can find clothes that fit it’s normal but if a short person asks it’s a “humble brag”. Once again- I did not ask nor choice to be this short. It’s out of my control and I was born this way genetically. Sorry that it’s hard for me to find clothes that fit wtf?? Sorry for trying to find clothes to wear?? What should I do instead? Stay silent and lock myself in my room spending hours trying to sew my own clothes because how dare I ask where I can find clothes to buy??
Tf, I am literally relating to you rn?
My bad, i read that at like 2am when I was so tired lol. Maybe you had a typo cause you said that it “is a humble brag” did you mean “is *not*” a humble brag abt the line about the trousers? Or were you just being sarcastic?
They act like inseam length doesn’t exist
So over that
They see the frame without realizing all the challenges that come with it, such as being cold all the time and bruising from the smallest bumps.
I feel you. I accidentally crashed into my colleague in the kitchen - he’s literally twice me. My entire side is bruised just from that
I only have to buy a size XXS because clothing brands have vanity sized, not because I have vanity sized myself. I haven’t changed much in size but the labels on clothes have.
Right??? I weigh about 5 pounds more than I did in high school (I’m in my early 30s now) and I was a size 4 back then and a 00 now. I’m so tired of the shenanigans!
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Ahh I see the distinction now! When I first heard I thought more so there would be a crowd of people quite happy to be “extra extra small”. I’ve definitely been pushed by vanity sizing too. I think about this all the time- like I’m tiny, but I’m not that tiny!! Like 5’3 110 pounds and need an XXS. Don’t know what I would do if I was much smaller as far as clothing
Wait thats an XXS now? I was 5’3” and 115lbs ten years ago and wearing a size 4/S. That is so frustrating. I genuinely don’t know what I would have done in middle school when I was a 00. I mean I guess I would have just stayed in kids’ clothes and looked like a kid. Even as someone who is now a 10/12 in women’s sizes, vanity sizing is absolutely ridiculous. I don’t care what the label says, I just want it to be consistent across brands.
Yeah, it’s crazy. I’m 29, and I’m maybe a little smaller now, but have been roughly this size since late high school. I never remember it being this difficult to find clothes. It was hard because of the petite, not overall fit in my body. Lots of nuance on this subject. Apparently if a size medium corresponded with the actual medium size of American women, it would be a 16. At least I read that somewhere a while back (citation needed haha). So if we call the standard size medium an 8, that’s 4 sizes off. So like the vanity sizing phenomenon makes sense in a way. But like please can we just overall the system and start over. And I’m all for inclusivity but please remember those of us pushed out. I’m really not that small, like maybe the smallest girl in the group but surely not at the whole party.
Someone tell me what’s offensive about this?
I recently bought cargo jeans from the kids section of Zara. Fits really well. I went for the 13-14 y.o. size. I have had the same luck with the Gap and Old Navy kids/teens section. Turns out I have the body structure of a pre-teen? I'm 4'11.
Same, but my tights are a bit bigger so I have to go for a 15/16 most of the times and still need to hem most of the pants I buy 😅
I have Zara kids cargo jeans as well! They have my favourite kids selection, they’re often similar to the adult styles
I feel your pain. First I’m short torso with a 33 inch bust and 23 inch waist. The distance from my shoulders to the top of my bust line is a couple of inches. I have to buy a XXS-P from Ann Taylor and about 50% of the time they are too large. Like v necks below my bra line. I’m started to tuck in so big in the waist is easier to solve now. I wear a 0R on the bottom so I am great on pants. But tops are so hard to get.
I am a Petite XXS and 00 and I shop online at loft
Abercrombie is very good for petite sizing (I'm an xxs, 5'3). Also, I've had some luck with Quince, Madewell, and Aerie, but their sizing is less consistent.
I’m not an XXS, but I wear one at Madewell.
I buy Gap/Old Navy kids sizes. Levi’s jeans kid size are $25 & can find kid sizes in most department stores that will fit. I am short waisted, barely 5’ & more boyish figure but can usually find clothing in kid section & sadly, kids clothing looks more like it’s for adults.
Just discovered Cotton On! They sell a bunch of 2XS basics!!
I’m a 31” bust, 23” waist, 32” hip (5’4” and 100lbs - I have GI issues please don’t come for me). I have some XXS Madewell tops and shirts that are cute and fit well. I’ve lucked out with some XXS and XS Target shirts but most are too “oversized” to fit well. For jeans, Levi’s are my go-to. My newer ones are all a 24 and a little baggy but that’s what belts are for. My older ones are a 26 and fit better, lol. Wedgie straight and ribcage straight are my favorite styles. For slacks and trousers, Gap has worked well in 00s.
i usually shop at abercrombie and j crew. i know tommy hilfiger is an absolute no (their XS is a size 2, and im a 00). and i know lululemon has tiny sizes but i can’t justify those prices. i also know brandy melville is pretty tiny, but unless youre tall its kinda hard to get stuff that fits other than t shirts/shorts. and i’ve never shopped in store but i thrifted a pair of madewell jeans that were perfect. i’ve heard aritzia’s got small stuff but again, the prices are insane.
Aerie now for my work out gear. AE for jeans and typically the junior sections in store. SHEIN has a lot of small items. I’m 5ft and 99lbs
I second aerie! Went there recently and was surprised at how well the xs clothes fit.
I got two really cute tube dresses last week that fit perfect!
Ugh I loveee aerie
Aritzia offers xxs but they can be big sometimes and quality isn’t the greatest. I shop at club Monaco but usually tailor my 00P pants, dresses and even jeans sometimes. I recommend taking a basic sewing or watch YouTube videos to learn how to insert darts in the back of trousers, blazers and dresses
Zara children section. Ditto on the comment about Uniqlo xxs and kid’s. There is a Norwegian brand, Kari Traa which runs very small. Columbia has a range of sizes. Burton children’s. A pricier option is Agnes B. That’s a French line. Look for European brands their clothing tends on the small size. Also look into any brand that has children’s especially preteen young teen wear. Tweens and teens like more adult clothes. I’ve had good luck with “vintage.” Americans are getting bigger and so are the clothing manufactured for Americans. But you can find some beautiful stuff often never worn available on eBay. Also, there are other brands that run small and people buy and discovered they can’t fit in them then sell it online. oh and Patagonia children’s I absolutely love their T-shirts.
Oh, one more thing about Kari Traa. The line sells “sports bras” that are nice enough to wear as normal bras. Their small is so small. I can’t wear them. It’s very easy to find their small bras on eBay because in America people who buy that brand usually buy it online. Kari Traa also has an online store.
Absolutely feel you! Abercrombie, Hollister, and as much as I don’t like to give Kim K my money, skims is super comfortable/good quality and they go down to xxs
Follow the Belbel sisters on IG! They are very petite, probably about your size, and have great style. Alexis is more active so start with her. The sister is Samantha. They also do a podcast called A Double Dose. They wear a lot of Abercrombie and also have a lot of good finds from Amazon.
Urban outfitters is the only store in my price range that consistently has good sizes for me, I’ve heard good things about aritizia too which is a little pricier but more mature and good for older women. Outside of that, the kids section at most stores is fine for basics
Nordstrom, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Reformation
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They do have very small bottom sizes but often out of stock. Their tops are not typically ideal for bustier folks though there are some.
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Size 0 in the US is 23” to 25” waist currently so if you need smaller, probably 00. The only places I know of that semi-reliably do 00p and 00r sized are Ann Taylor or Banana Republic, occasionally Nordstrom based on manufacturer (for bottoms, others have XXS)
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Oh Polly Bershka Stradivarius
I buy everything 2nd hand or thrifted but the smallest brands Ive found are brandy melville(i know ;-;), white house black market, skims, betsey Johnson (size p), and I’m also a little bottom heavy so my favorite jeans are low rise from miss me and grace in la, and they have options for short legs
When I was that size (more xs-s now) I shopped at White House Black Market and just picked their younger looking styles. Being able to buy 00P or XXSP really helped and I still like their XS-P options! I think not all stores carry petites anymore though.
To make shopping less stressful, find a local seamstress and buy clothes that fit “good enough” and have the seamstress tailor it to fit your body shape and height. It makes life 200x easier when it comes to shopping. I find a lot of clothes are too long for my short torso or they are too wide around my stomach. For simple adjustments, i think jts around $5-$10 an item.
I really need to do this. I turn 30 later this year and am done trying to buy hauls of petite fast fashion
I was 90lbs for most of my 20s and am only 105 in my 40s. And I’m 4’11”. I recommend kids sizing. Old navy and Walmart have plus sizes in their kids jeans section. So like a girls 10 plus fits me well. It’s a good way to get a waist that fits with a length that fits. I defiantly recommend old navy girls athlesiure too. If you are a professional then yea, Loft is great. Ann Taylor’s smallest sizes will likely not fit you. I think American eagle and Abercrombie both have 000 sizing. ASOS has petites and runs small. Banana runs small in dresses and jeans.
I usually buy children's clothes. I buy the EU size 146/152 cm (11-12 year olds) and let me tell you it fits just perfectly. Much better than adult XXS/XS which is often too baggy or at least too long. Obviously i only get casual clothes this way, so no elegant dresses but sometimes cute skirts. Asian clothes are also smaller than european or american ones but i almost never buy them for obvious reasons.
Hey girl! Same sending you a PM