I met Jean last year during a blogger trip with JCPenney in Barcelona. The minute I saw her outfit I knew we’d be friends. Her classic, feminine looks are always a combo of high and low fashion, often with her signature pearls thrown into the mix. And, as you can tell by the name of her blog, Extra Petite, she has the best tips for petite girls! Here’s what she had to say about her fave fashion staple:

Favorite Staple? Pencil Sheath

Why is it so versatile? Sheath dresses are a wardrobe classic, and I look for ones with a slightly fitted pencil shape at the bottom for an extra ounce of elegance. They make foolproof outfits for work with a cardigan or jacket, can take you into the evening with statement jewelry and high heels and can even be worn simply as a skirt when paired with a blouse.

Where can you shop it? Ann Taylor Petite ($98), River Island ($74.57), Club Monaco ($198.50)