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Fab Body Guide: It's a Petite World

FabSugar — Wed, 07 May 2008 08:00:22 -0700

A Fab reader recently wrote in asking us to start PetiteSugar. Since that's not on the roster (but you never know...) we decided we could do a Fab Body Guide dedicated to petites.

I lightly touched on the subject with Rachel Bilson, but here are many more helpful tips on how to elongate your silhouette, accessories dos and don'ts, and online retail shops with stylish fashions for petites.

Tips on elongating your small frame:

Wearing similar colors, or monochrome, gives the illusion you're taller. It provides a continuous flow from one item of your outfit to the next.

When you don't want to wear all one color, just make sure the silhouette of your outfit is lengthening. For example, if you want to wear a fuchsia blouse with white pants, make sure the hem of the pants sweeps the floor, even with your high heels.
To avoid looking wide, stay away from horizontal stripes and colorblocking; you can certainly do skinny stripes though!
Another style that makes you appear wide is anything overly billowy, a la Nicole Richie's tiered mini dress. If you must dabble with the trend, steer clear of tiers.

To hear more advice about petite fashion and to see some Fab outfits we put together, read more

Speaking of creating continuous flow, make sure your shoes and tights are similar in color. A black outfit with a white shoe will chop up your leg and make you look stout.
Avoid super long tunics, especially if you're wearing a long skirt or pants. With a skirt that hits above the knee, mid-thigh grazing tops are a more acceptable. Also be wary of cropped jackets and tops - they don't call them cropped for nothing!
When wearing cropped or capri pants do like Sarah Jessica Parker and wear them with high heels.

Accessories Dos and Don'ts

Do wear pointed toe shoes because they are more lengthening than round toe.
Don't wear T-Straps, bows, or heavy buckles on your footwear because it creates a wide, chunky effect.
Do wear flats, but keep your outfit silhouette slim.
Do stay away from wide, colorful belts. If you're going to wear a belt, opt for a skinny one.

Petite Shops

Fab Petite Outfits

INC International Concepts ® Petites Puff-Sleeve Lace Sheath Dress - $89.00	Mini Cable Control Top Tights - $12.50
GUESS by Marciano Kamilia2 Black Stretch - Footwear - $100.00	ASOS Set Of Mixed Finish And Size Bangles - $17.30

Floral-Printed Shirred Jersey Tee - $35.00	HARLAN BEL high waisted gray panel skirt - $329.00
DKNY - Bailey-strappy Wedge (Brown W/ Tan) - $198.00	Lauren Ralph Lauren Elda 3/4 Sleeve Blazer - $118.30
Lee Angel 'Astrid' multi-stone linear drop earrings - $42.00

Petite silk puff-sleeve solid blouse - $64.00	Petite martin cuffed wide-leg chino pant - $79.00
MISS SIXTY - Tyler (Off White) - $248.95	Replica Collection - Gold & Silver Jeweled Bracelets 2 Styles - $295.00

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Designer Spotlight: Mon Petit Oiseau

FabSugar — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 15:00:22 -0700

I can never tire of great little floral dresses. Mon Petit Oiseau answers my LFD calling, and gives me even more: designer Tracy Wilkinson has bestowed her Fall collection with wooly scarves, high-waisted tweedy skirts, and retro seventies prints.

Wilkinson's clothes are not the only thing that is cute; the story behind the name 'Mon Petit Oiseau' is pretty good too. She grew up in England, where girls are sometimes referred to as "birds." It's a term of endearment, so for this reason Tracy chose 'Mon Petit Oiseau' or ‘my little bird’ as the name for her collection. She has a loyal following, with fans like Mischa Barton, Lucy Liu, and Reese Witherspoon. Add me to that list!

To see more from Mon Petit Oiseau's Fall collection, read more

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Good, Better, Best -- Basic Tees

Community Manager — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 13:16:29 -0700

Ah, the basic tee, we all live in them and I don't know about you, but I find myself stocking up every year. Below are three of my faves:

Good
Gap Short Sleeved Stretch Tee, $16.50, available here. These are great for when you need to buy about 5 at once.

Better
Petit Bateau Short Sleeved Crew Neck T-Shirt, available for a discounted price of $20.00 at bluefly. I absolutely love these t-shirts, they are so soft and have a great form-fitting cut.

Best
James Perse Short Sleeve Crew, $39.00, available at Shopbop. These stylish tees, are a great splurge, but definitely not something you'd buy in mass quantities. They were, however, a favorite of Jen's in The Break-Up.

Fab Body Guide, Part Two: The Perfect Swimsuits For Petites

FabSugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:00:22 -0700

Being petite can make finding the perfect swimsuit quite a challenge. Don't get me wrong, having a petite figure can be lots of fun! Smaller bodies can get away with loud prints and fun cuts. Avoid wearing solid colors and stay away from too much fabric.

To learn what kind of suits are best for a small bust, waist, or short legs, and to see my swimsuits picks for petites, read more

Small Bust: Colorful patterns, stripes, and ruffles can add an extra boost to your chest area. If you'd prefer a bigger lift, look to padded bikini or bandeau tops and avoid wearing too much fabric on top.
Small Waist: Add some curves to your figure by drawing attention to your waist. Banded and embellished bottoms will add extra volume to your waist creating an hourglass figure. Avoid wearing solid colors and stripes.
Short Legs: Look for high cut swimsuits, such as the monokini, that will elongate the legs. Avoid boy shorts or embellishments that will cause attention to the lower half of the body.

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Fab Body Guide: Push Ups For the Petite

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 05:00:22 -0700

If you're a petite woman looking for a push in the bust department, check out The Little Bra Company. What makes this brand stand out from others is that it specializes in bras with the petite woman in mind.

See, the trick is in the specially formulated cups, which are cut closer together for maximum, natural cleavage. Other padded bras just sit on top of the breasts which makes for an uncomfortable, unnatural look - genius! Prices range from $50 to $55 for a bra. Purchase yours at Figleaves.com or TheLittleBraCompany.com.

Petite In Pink

FabSugar — Thu, 24 Aug 2006 23:45:02 -0700

Eva Longoria always has the perfect clothes to flatter and elongate her very petite frame. The knit pink halter dress she's wearing here is no exception. Whomever can be the first one to tell us all who makes the dress and where to get it wins FABSUGAR Poster of the Day!

Let the games begin!

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Trend Alert: Drop Waist Dresses

FabSugar — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 14:00:22 -0700

Before the high waists of the 70s and the low waists of the 90s, there was the drop waist of the 20s. It seems many of you were ready for a new decade of influence and Paul Poiret's liberating style of yore is here to liberate us once again. With all the flapper-inspired gallimaufry for Fall, drop waist dresses evoke a sense of ease and sophistication - a stellar combination. If you're tired of a trapeze cut or a baby doll silhouette, try one of these streamlined dresses. Come Fall, just throw one on over a chic long sleeve tee or turtleneck; it may compel you to throw on a long strand of pearls, a pair of buckled flats, a flirty little hat and read some Emily Dickinson at your local cafe. Or maybe that's just my fantasy...

Celebrity Style: Julianne Moore

FabSugar — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 14:05:22 -0700

In case you didn't notice, that's actress Julianne Moore roaming the streets of NYC. She's newly blonde and a total babe - but I loved her as a redhead; what do you think about the drastic change? I adore her sophisticated black and white ensemble, especially the Cartier Marcello de Cartier bag and Chloe sunglasses! She looks very hip and very New York.

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eBay Find of the Week

FabSugar — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 16:26:22 -0700

Maria Sharapova is one of my style icons, so if she's donning the teensy chain bag trend, I will too. After some perusing, I found this Petite Quilted Chain Bag. I'm smitten with the warm camel tone and interesting chain and leather strap. Cheap and chic!

The current bidding price is $3.63, and the auction ends on Monday, Aug. 24. Good luck and happy bidding!

Fab Body Guide: Tummy Tuck Your Denim

FabSugar — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 04:50:22 -0700

Anyone heard of the denim brand Not Your Daughter's Jeans? The name is a bit awkward, but the product impresses. Dubbed the original tummy tuck jean, these were created for curvier, full-figured women. Each pair is crafted with Tummy Tuck technology, which helps minimize abdomen areas and flattens the tum-tum. The full size range caters to all shapes and sizes; 2-24W in petite, misses, and women’s sizes. If you're not prepared for (or can't afford) the real nip/tuck, this is the next best thing. NYDJs are the most popular selling denim brand at Nordstrom, and the brand is even giving away 10 free pairs every week.

Juicy Couture Ruffled Bikini Bottoms - $94.00	Billabong Plaid Bottom - $42.00
Syla by Sylvie Cachay Karima Bikini in Aquarium - $202.00	Tahitian Sunset Halter Top - $58.00
Marysia CHARLESTON- Swimwear Striped Bandeau Bikini - $200.00	Just Loungin' Halter Top - $62.00
Rachel Pally Print Fiji Bikini Top - $93.00	Brette Sandler Victoria Bikini - $81.00
Vix Napoli Stripe Bikini as seen on Christina Milian - $190.00	Thayer Praslin Ruffle Bikini - $176.00
ASOS Tropical Print Bikini - $43.26	Letarte Swimwear Seahorse Halter Bikini - $160.00

Sue Stemp Thrilly Dress, $496	Mon Petit Oiseau 'Flapper' Dress, on sale for $52 (originally $176)
Edun Bronte Camisole Dress, on sale for $98 (originally $195)	Anna Sui leopard print dress, on sale for $270 (originally $451)
Derek Lam Drop waist mini dress, $1,790	Marc Jacobs Drop waist dress, $1,800
Marc by Marc Jacobs Maya striped dress, $188	Clu Color Block Short Sleeve Dress, $167
AKA New York white day dress, on sale for $99 (originally $298)	Vince Drop Waist Dress, $185