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Petite outfits for real life — mom & teacher 40+ Classic, comfy styles I wear on repeat 5’2” | S/M | 4/27 👉 IG: @kari.montgomery
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Classic pieces, modern fit ❤️ High-rise wide leg jeans + a fitted black long sleeve = the easiest elevated everyday outfit. I added a gold buckle belt and red flats for a little personality (because basics don’t have to be boring 😉). This is such a great look for: • Teaching • Casual Friday at work • Lunch with friends • Date night with your husband Comfortable, flattering, and easy to recreate — all pieces are versatile and petite-friendly. #LTKPetite #LTKSeasonal #LTKOver40
Everyday layered wide leg jeans and sneakers outfit. I took my boy to the orthodontist, got my taxes done and did a Costco run in this. Petite style Mom outfit Over 40 Casual style Preppy outfit Easy outfits #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite #LTKdayinmylife
Cozy comfortable real life outfit for this cover 40 petite mom. Running kids around, juggling all the practices and errands, but taking a moment for me to enjoy my bone broth. • Petite • Petite Friendly • Women Over 40 • Everyday Style • Casual Style • Classic Style • Comfortable • Real Life Style #LTKmomlife #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite
February ❤️
Petite-friendly pieces that work for real life teaching. Comfortable enough to move around all day. Teacher-approved shoes for all-day wear. • Petite • Petite Friendly • Women Over 40 • Everyday Style • Casual Style • Classic Style • Comfortable • Real Life Style • Teacher Outfit • Teacher Style #LTKOver40 #LTKWorkwear #LTKPetite
Petite-friendly jeans that work for real life teaching. Good length for teaching and standing. Teacher-approved shoes for all-day wear. I’m 5’2” and wearing a 4 in these pants. • Casual Workwear • Comfortable Work Outfit • Teacher Outfit • Teacher Style #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite #LTKWorkwear
My go-to petite-friendly jeans under $40. Great length for 5’2”, flattering fit, and comfy enough for everyday wear. I loved them so much I bought them in black and dark wash. True to size and easy to dress up or down. I’m 5’2” and wearing size 4. petite jeans, affordable jeans, petite friendly denim, budget denim, teacher outfits, casual mom style, under $40 finds #LTKPetite #LTKmomlife #LTKWorkwear
Jan ‘26
It’s that glorious time between Christmas and New Year’s! I wore this to a King’s game yesterday. I love a cozy matching set. This one is petite friendly and pairs perfectly with platform Uggs. #LTKmomlife #LTKdayinmylife #LTKOver40
This teacher is officially on Christmas break! We had a fun spirit day and honor roll event today. Teacher life Winter outfit Holiday ootd #LTKPetite #LTKSeasonal #LTKHoliday
Long cardigan jacket for another cold winter day. Teacher life Winter outfit #LTKmomlife #LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal
December ✨
I’m officially on Thanksgiving Break! 🎉 Swipe to see one of my all time favorite peacoats from J.Crew, it’s perfect for Thanksgiving. #LTKPetite #LTKdayinmylife #LTKSeasonal
It’s almost Friday! Wearing a bunch of seasoned closet staples on this rainy Thursday. #LTKmomlife #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite
It felt like late fall early winter today and I’m here for it. Wearing cozy, classic combo that will stand the test of time. Sweater, wide leg jeans, camel pea coat, and the comfiest memory foam shoes. Teacher life Closet staples #LTKdayinmylife #LTKPetite #LTKSeasonal
November OOTDs
Twin Day at school today, I twined with my work bestie and fellow social studies teacher in our American Flag sweaters and jeans. I found my Birkenstock Bostons in my closet and am ready to wear them all winter! 🇺🇸 Teacher style Fall outfit #LTKSeasonal #LTKPetite #LTKWorkwear
It’s pajama day at school. I opted for one of my favorite, cozy two piece lounge sets that’s perfect for travel and my platform Uggs. Fall style Teacher stylee #LTKPetite #LTKTravel #LTKSeasonal
Went to our absolute favorite place for lunch today. It’s been a perfect fall day, lazy, relaxing, light rain. Wide leg olive green jeans Neural sweater Teacher style Fall outfitts #LTKPetite #LTKSeasonal #LTKWorkwear
October Outfits
It’s still 100° but technically fall! Wearing some favorite workwear office pieces, my summer sweater is a few seasons old from Loft. My wide leg trousers are a favorite wardrobe staple, I also have them in black. Petite friendly and very cozy. I’m wearing a small 26” inseam. Teacher style #LTKPetite #LTKWorkwear #LTKOver40
Headed to our final meeting before I chaperone another 8th grade Washington DC trip! Wearing one of my all time favorite work wear business casual long sleeve dresses that has pockets and the comfiest shoes. I also linked the short sleeve version of the dress that I also have. Size down in the shoes if you wear a half size. I’m wearing a small in my dress. Teacher style #LTKOver40 #LTKWorkwear #LTKPetite
I woke up to a downpour and thunder in the middle of the night. The “fall weather” was short lived, it was still so hot today! I’ve had these wide leg trousers for years and love them! They come in short, regular and tall lengths. I’m wearing a small short. Teacher style Fall outfit Office stylee #LTKWorkwear #LTKPetite #LTKOver40
September Fits🍂
I ran all the errands today to prep for our Labor Day BBQ. I highly recommend this midi tank dress, I’d recommend sizing down, I’m wearing an XS. My Gucci belt bag was a gift from my husband, from Boho Vintage Bags. Mom style Weekend look Baseball cap and dresss #LTKSeasonal #LTKPetite #LTKOver40
Ready for the weekend! Easy pre fall teacher look for when it’s still hot out. Light wash wide leg jeans, sandals, and a cap sleeve lightweight sweater. Teacher ootd #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite #LTKWorkwear
Easy linen dress for a very long Thursday. I’m more than ready for the holiday weekend. Teacher style Summer Dresss #LTKWorkwear #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite
August Outfits
Did a little back to school shopping for my teacher wardrobe at Nordstrom Rack today. I also linked my new platform adidas I picked up. Wearing a small in everything, except my tank is a medium. Teacher style Teacher outfit #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite #LTKWorkwear
Spent a couple hours in my classroom today, getting everything set up for my 20th school year teaching! I found the best cotton tank tops for under $4! I may have bought four of them! I’m wearing medium. #LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal #LTKStyleTip
In between back to school shopping, errands and cleaning out my garage, I was able to sneak in a day date with the Mr. We went wine tasting at one of our favorite wineries in Lodi, Harney Lane. Wore my favorite color - butter yellow! #LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal #LTKPetite
July Outfits 🇺🇸
Added a gauze linen shirt to my basic tank and shorts look. It’s hot today! #LTKPetite #LTKOver40 #LTKTravel
All the sports are done and the Mr and I are having a delayed anniversary staycation with pool time then filets for dinner. Feeling a bit boho in this lace crocheted kimono and floral bikini combo. I’ve had this scalloped CupSHE bikini for a few years and I love it. So comfy, flattering and I love that the straps can be tied and adjusted. The top is supportive, I’m 34D and wearing a medium. #LTKOver40 #LTKTravel #LTKSwim
Soccer tournament ootd. My shorts are a couple seasons old, I linked this year’s version. I love that they are lined. My platform sandals are so comfy and a great dupe for Burke. Order your regular size, I’m a 6.5 and ordered the 37. #LTKActive #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite
June Outfits ☀️
Perfect graduation special occasion, wedding guest summer dress. It’s petite friendly, adjustable straps and smocked bodice with lots of stretch. Comes in lots of prints and would be maternity friendly. I’m 5’2” and wearing a small. Amazon fashionn #LTKParties #LTKPetite #LTKOver40
End of the school year festivities kicked off tonight with Awards Night! Wearing one of my favorite smocked dresses, with sleeves that is petite friendly. I’m 5’2” and wearing a small. Teacher style Spring dress Summer dress #LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal #LTKPetite
Headed to a concert tonight that I’ve been waiting to go to since I was 8 years old - Wilson Philips, Sheena Easton and Tiffany! Wearing a small in my tank top, 27 in my pants and my sandals are tts. This crossbody is perfect for concerts, lightweight and holds everything. It’s a great look for less option for the Clare V Grand Fanny. #LTKStyleTip #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite
May Outfits
Easy, butter yellow button down shirt, wide leg jeans and Birkenstock Madrid big buckle sandals. Wearing a small in my top and 27 in my jeans. Casual outfit Spring outfit Teacher stylee #LTKStyleTip #LTKOver40 #LTKPetite
Easy teacher business casual outfit. Navy blue blazer, olive v neck t-shirt, wide leg jeans and sneakers. Spring outfitt #LTKWorkwear #LTKPetite #LTKOver40
Best under $10 cotton t-shirt dress! Comes in lots of colors and sizes xs-3xl! IMO it runs a little big, I’m wearing a small. Teacher outfit Casual spring outfitt #LTKPetite #LTKStyleTip #LTKOver40
April Outfits
Pulled out some of my favorite workwear pieces to wear today on an interview panel. My pants are pull on yoga trousers that have functional front and back pockets. I’m wearing a small short. Teacher outfit Petite pantss #LTKPetite #LTKOver40 #LTKWorkwear
Finally wearing my new spring sweater with my go to wide leg trousers that are currently on sale! My pants come in regular, short and tall lengths. I’m 5’2” and wearing a small short. Spring workwear Teacher style Spring outfit Butter yelloww #LTKPetite #LTKWorkwear #LTKOver40
Technically it’s spring, but feels like winter. Repeating one of my favorite outfits for a busy Monday teaching. Wearing small in everything. #LTKPetite #LTKOver40 #LTKWorkwear
March Outfits

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