I’m a 5’1” Shopping Writer, and I Spent Hours Handpicking These Petite-Friendly Spring Styles — from $8

Photo:Walmart (3) Walmart (3) Punxsutawney Phil may have seen his shadow this Groundhog’s Day, but that’s not stopping me from getting a head start on myspring wardrobe. However, it’s not always easy curating picks for my wardrobe that can fit my curvy andpetite frame. Early Spring Petite Clothing Picks Under $35 Free Assembly Patchwork Ankle Jeans Walmart $26 at Walmart These new jeans have my preferred light-to-medium wash blend for transitioning from winter to spring fashion.

I’m a 5’2” Fashion Writer, and I Found Petite Jeans, Midi Dresses, and More at Walmart’s Presidents Day Sale

Photo:Walmart (3)I’ve been relatively short my whole life, but it wasn’t until I got into adulthood that I realized how limiting shopping can be when you’re 5’2”, especially when it comes to findingpants that fit. I’m admittedly too lazy to tailor anything, so a pair that is even a little too long ends up dragging on the floor or cuffed, which isn’t always an ideal solution.Because of that frustration, I’m working on addingpetite-friendly clothingto my wardrobe, including jeans, skirts, jackets, and more.

I’m a Loungewear Snob, and This Under-$35 Walmart Set Is Cozier Than Pricier Styles I Own

Photo:Walmart (2); Shea SimmonsI’ve worked from home for the past eight years, so I don’t need the office-ready fashion most people require. Instead, I rely onelevated lounge sets, and I’ve collected a lot of them. In fact, I have at least two weeks’ worth of comfy but stylish pieces in my closet. But none of myloungewearover the past eight years compares to thisunder-$35 set.Walmart sent me theScoop ScubaKnit Cargo JoggersandCropped Sweatshirtto test, and as soon as I took them out of the bag, I knew they were winners.

I’m a Product Tester — These Are My Favorite Black Friday Deals I’ve Personally Tested This Year

Photo:People / Kayla Kitts People / Kayla Kitts As a full-time product tester and shopping editor, I try the hottest things on the market. But as abusy momand pet parent, many items don’t fit into my everyday routine. So when something makes my life easier or becomes a staple in my home, you know it’s a must-have. Of the dozens of products I’ve tested this year, only a handful have become regulars, including Oprah-approvedcooling sheets, agrime-busting steam mop, and ananti-fatigue matthat makes tedious kitchen tasks actually comfortable — grab these essentials while they’rediscounted for Black Friday, and thank me later.

I’m a Shopping Editor Going Through Perimenopause, and the Beauty Products I Swear by Start at $5

Photo:Olay (1); Target (1); Thrive (1) Olay (1); Target (1); Thrive (1) Between night sweats, sugar cravings, and hormonal fluctuations,Perimenopausesignificantly affected my skin. After making small changes to what I put into my body, I created a skincare regimen that keeps theworst perimenopausal symptoms— acne, dryness in targeted areas, and excess oil from sweating in others — from showing up on my face. The goal is to stay away from anything pore clogging, greasy, or oil-inducing and protect my skin from the sun.