I’m 23f, 4’11 and 105lbs. I’ve gained and lost countless times, and I always find it harder to find clothes when I lose weight (as if it wasn’t difficult before). Here are a few suggestions with what’s available in the US.
Lululemon: super expensive, but high quality. Can find cheaper prices on secondhand apps such as Depop and Poshmark. Many ‘trendy’ consignment shops will have them, too! Lululemon will hem your purchase for free if you’re able to go to a store (must be a Lululemon item). No receipt needed. The following items may not need hemmed.
Soft Jersey Classic-Fit Mid-Rise Jogger
Classic-Fit Cotton-Blend T-Shirt
Anything that says 7/8 length
American Eagle: great for jeans. X-Short sizes only available online.
REI: petite sizing is limited, but the clothes are meant for athletic body types (meaning they run smaller). They offer a variety of brands. The children’s section also has a good selection because the clothes don’t all look like they’re for kids.
Nike & Adidas: I know, again with the children’s section. It’s similar to REI with some clothes being plain. They’re also easier to find in thrift stores.
Patagonia: a good place to find jackets and coats. Check out their “Worn Wear” items online. They’re cheaper and like-new.
@tklefk01 I bought two pairs of “petite” jeans last month and had to return both. The length was great but they both were not proportioned for petites. Back pockets halfway down my leg. I was really disappointed because I haven’t had that issue at ON before.
@tklefk01 I’ve never bought their jeans but their petite full length pixie pants are too long for me The ankle length petite were perfect but they’ve seemed to be phasing those out
@truelsen not sure if you’re just looking for activewear or not, but i believe hollister has short sizes in dresses and pants. my friend (4’11 or 5’0) got some short size dresses there that fit her great.
@givein87 I forgot all about Abercrombie! I guess my personal vendetta from how they made me feel as an overweight tween in 2011 made me tune them out. I’ll have to check them out! Do their “boyfriend” style jeans look okay on short legs? Like do they make you look frumpy?
The ankle length petite were perfect but they’ve seemed to be phasing those out
