Trouble, business chic! Thanks for sharing.
Summerberry, if you are building a wardrobe and want essential pieces that you can wear for years to come, definitely get a black pencil skirt and the classic white button up shirt. These are two items that will withstand the test of time, and you will be able to wear them with many pieces in your closet.
I think it was already mentioned for you to check Ann Taylor or Loft. These two stores are pretty petite friendly. Also check out Banana Republic, some stores carry petites. H&M has some really nice pencil skirts at reasonable price so check them out too. Sign up to receive promotions because when they do they will email you coupons. I think if you sign up, you will get a coupon for 20% off one item of your choice. There are so many more essential pieces to add to your wardrobe, and you just have to start with one or two pieces and go from there.
As for jewelry, check out F21 or H&M. A lot of my jewelry are from F21. Target has nice jewlry too. Check out Macy's clearance racks. Last weekend it was additional 50% off the clearance price. If you are patient and look you can find some great pieces for a great price!
Have fun shopping!
F21 and H & M I will look for accessories but those 2 store take time to dig in but the H & M in Modesto Mall is not that big and usually so dark inside while the kids section has brighter light. I go to Target almost every day or every other day so I don't feel like roaming there anymore.
I can't do white blouse because I actually still have a few blouses in my closet over the year that still has tag and haven't even worn them but just different color. A lot of time I feel petite section of the store cater more like old lady when it come to their tops unless hitting Limited, Ann Taylor are more for the younger look and even if they have it too big unless ordering online is the only option for smaller size because I've been in a few in the past and that what they said the size they carried in the store mostly target average size while petite or misses is more online.
Express banner are hitting my page so it look good to get $10 of a $30 until Sunday so I might have to look into it now.