LOFT petites full bloom romper (on sale + extra 50% off)

LOFT romper (on clearance! also comes in a maxi), Talbots sandals (current version)
Ann Taylor clutch (similar), Gap hat (similar for $15, runs small per reviews)

Here is yet another romper find that I'm in love with - it is super comfortable and cool in the summer heat, has pockets, plus the fit is adjustable. The print is happy and vibrant in-person, and the waist ties have little navy tassels. The best part is it's on sale with an extra 50% off, and currently left in all sizes. I paid a little more and have no regrets given the times I've worn it already. I would've never tried this on based on the model photo where it looks ill-fitting, but you can actually use the string ties at the upper back to wear the halter as high or low as you'd like. I'm wearing my usual size xxs petite and am happy with the fit. I'm confused by the one review that says it's big and sloppy in that size, and wonder if she just didn't tie the strings enough!
LOFT is currently also having a very good 50% off select newer arrivals (use code HEATWAVE), including this staple denim jacket with rave reviews (unfortunately, sale only applies to the regular sizing and not petite!). I also love the print on this longer leafy halter dress, which would pair nicely with a blazer for work or a denim jacket for weekends.
Rompers remind me of outfits past from when I was a toddler...except those came with convenient little snaps along the crotch for easy bathroom breaks! I'm genuinely curious if the same can be added to a romper like this, without the inside seams of the shorts losing their shape. Will have to get my tailor's thoughts on that the next time I pay him a visit.

Steve Madden heels (runs narrow)

This makes a quick & easy going out outfit - simply pair with strappy heels and a clutch.

You can also dress it down with a denim jacket or by knotting a chambray shirt:

in Halogen petites denim shirt

ASOS swimwear / bikinis in extended band sizes (for both petite and full busts)

ASOS bikini in Japanese Floral

Swimsuit shopping for me is about as much fun as going to the dentist, so each rare time I find success I can't wait to share with you guys. I have a small bust (my bra sizes range from 30A to 32A) that fluctuates from time to time with weight changes, and I prefer shaped, underwire cups that have good structure. It's tough to get the cups right - I own some where the band fits but the cups are soo itty bitty, or the cups are a little too curved/wide and nip slips keep Nick constantly on edge.

I know many of you also need small band sizes but have fuller busts, so I was especially excited that ASOS swimwear makes both extended band sizing and fuller bust cups! Their size ranges start in 30A - 30J going up to 42 in band size. Swimwear is often done in general letter sizing (s, m, l, etc) so it's helpful to have such specific numerical sizing for finding a good fit. And to make the good prices even better, all full priced items on ASOS are 20% off now with code LONGWKND (ends Tuesday; valid in US & Canada). Here's a few other options in a similar cut to mine:

Talbots sandals (4 colors, on sale! $50 after discounts), Mar Y Sol tote

Ray Ban aviators in blue/gold, old scarf (see how to tie as a coverup top)

The best way to navigate their big swimsuit selection is by filtering for your size on the left hand navigation panel. Oftentimes they will have separate listings for the same suit in regular bust sizes versus fuller bust sizes, and their tops and bottom pieces are usually listed separately so don't forget to add both pieces to your cart!I'm wearing the longline bikini in Japanese Floral in 32A and bottoms in US 0 / EUR 32. I first tried 30A in the top and it was too small both in the band and cups for me, but sizing up did the trick without leaving any gapping in the cups.

I've had several questions about the coverage of ASOS bottoms, so this is what the "brief" cut looks like from the back. I would say it's medium coverage compared to other suits I've tried.

My favorite is still Triangl's underwire bikinis (see my review) due to the material, structure, and better rounded shape of the cups. However I know their shipping policies are not convenient (plus several customers have been hit with custom fees), so wanted to share this as an alternative. Here's how the two suits look side-by-side.

You can see below that the coverage of ASOS and Triangl's bikini-style bottoms are pretty similar. Triangl is cut slightly wider at the top but narrower as you get down towards the crotch, whereas ASOS is the opposite.
Here are all the suits ASOS makes in a style similar to Triangl's - they call it their contrast collection. You can mix and match regular bust strapless or fuller bust with halter strap, and bikini, high-waisted, or hipster bottoms.

Beach casual: pom pom shorts, chambray shirt + cork wedges

Halogen petites shirt in light denim, Lush crochet shorts sz xs

BP Summers wedges (size up), Mar Y Sol Collins tote, Ray-Ban aviators in blue/gold

This was one of my favorite comfy outfits while traveling last month...the button-up shirt and elastic-waist shorts are so easy to throw on, and serve as a swim coverup too. I had ordered these wedges (3 colors) to try as an alternative to skinny heels, which don't work so well on sandy or grassy surfaces (unless you're aerating the lawn!). I tend to go safe and hoard neutral shoes, but saw the bluish grey option in person and those are quite pretty too. Frankly, I didn't expect these to be keepers due to the height, but they are surprisingly lightweight and comfortable and feel like much lower shoes! Would definitely recommend if you're shopping for leg-lengthening wedges. Fit note: These run on the narrow side. I'm typically between 5 and 5.5, and the latter was snug on me so I'd suggest potentially going up half a size from your usual.

For this post, I'm partnering with Nordstrom juniors, where I've found many pieces that fit without alterations and can actually be appropriate for a more mature wardrobe (especially when styled right). These cute shorts are one of those items - the XS was fitted at my waist (24" for reference) and stretches with the elastic band. You can also make the length appear longer or shorter to your liking, by wearing them either lower at your hips or higher up on your waist. My only gripe with these is that the elastic band within the waistband casing tends to flip around and get twisted inside. You can fix this easy with a few hand stitches to secure it down, but I wish they had come like that. The pom pom detailing and crochet material are good quality in person and fully lined. As with all white pieces, I'd suggest wearing nude-colored undergarments to avoid show-through - I'm wearing a swimsuit bottom below and you can kind of see the outline show through. Thank you to Nordstrom juniors for sponsoring this part of the post!

And yes I can't get enough of this soft chambray shirt (wearing xxs petite in the "light denim" option)...in addition to styling it both for work and the beach, I've also loved knotting it like this but over a dress. It works especially well breaking up more busier patterned dresses, like the ASOS floral one from this post.