All the small things...

A lot of shops in the UK cater for plus size women but there doesn't seem to be a huge range on offer for the Petite or Tall ladies.

Being only 5ft 1, I often find it a struggle to find clothes that fit perfectly especially when it comes to trousers, skirts and dresses.

The department stores such as Debenhams and House of Fraser do offer a petite range but it seems to be quite limited and not always in the most recent trends. I also recently noticed that both TU at Sainsbury's and F&F at Tesco have discontinued their petite range which I often relied on to pick up basics such as work trousers and sports wear. This left me questioning just how much petite range is on offer to us little ladies in the UK.

Both Topshop and Miss Selfridge (both part of the Arcadia group) offer a range for ladies under 5 ft 3 but surprisingly only offer this in sizes 4-14.

Dorothy Perkins (also part of the Arcadia group) seems to offer a better size range in sizes 4-18.

Next has always been a favourite of mine for picking up good quality knitwear and basics as well as workwear and they provide the range in sizes 6-18.

In terms of online stores, ASOS seem to do a fantastic range in sizes 4-16 and often have some really amazing items exclusive to the petite range.

I also noticed recently that New Look have finally launched a petite range and this looks really impressive. Available in sizes 4-16 they seem to have some really on trend items, key pieces and some online exclusive for the little ladies. They also seemed to be the most reasonably priced including a leg length of 28" on some trousers which is some of the shortest length i've seen.

Do you struggle finding clothes to fit either being too tall or too small?

Wish List

A quick wish list post this weekend as I'm currently recovering from having my wisdom teeth removed... Ouch!

1. I am slowly building up a collection of satchels and this Red Cambridge Satchel is a classic. I know this would last me years and would add a pop of colour to any dull outfit.

2. This Topshop petite jumper is £36 and would be a perfect addition to see me through the last few winter months and with it being a pastel colour this would see me through spring and as an evening cover up for unpredictable British summer weather we always seem to have.

3. I already have a black skater skirt similar but this grey one from the petite range in a Topshop would be another staple in my wardrobe. They are so versatile and can be dressed up or down. This is a bargain at £16.

4. I love this style of dresses and this Spring 2013 addition would ideal for work both in winter with a cardigan or on its own when the weather starts to get warmer. I always feel ultra feminine in this style dress and think they are so flattering to any silhouette.

What's on your wish list this weekend?