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I wanted to take a moment today to share a personal update with you about Kelly and her Petite Style posts.

Many of you have followed Kelly here on the blog over the years, and I know how much you have enjoyed her perspective. Petite dressing comes with its own set of style questions — proportion, fit, scale, hem lengths, sleeve lengths, and all those little details that can make the difference between an outfit that almost works and one that feels just right.

Kelly brought such a lovely eye to that conversation. Through her weekly Petite Style posts, she shared everyday outfits, practical styling ideas, and her own point of view with warmth, ease, and a sense of real-life style. She helped expand the conversation at Style at a Certain Age, and I know many of you appreciated seeing fashion through a petite lens.

Of course, Kelly has been part of SaaCA in more ways than one. As my daughter-in-law, she has been family first — but she also became an important part of the blog family, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. I am deeply grateful for the time, creativity, organization, and heart she poured into this space over the years.

Kelly is no longer working with SaaCA, so her weekly Petite Style posts will be coming to an end. While I know many of you will miss seeing her here each week, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank her for all she contributed and to honor the role she played in this chapter of Style at a Certain Age.

Since Kelly’s work has always lived here on the blog, I wanted to share this update with you, along with a few favorite Petite Style moments from her time at SaaCA.

Over the years, Kelly’s posts were a wonderful reminder that style is never one-size-fits-all — thank goodness, because where would be the fun in that? Her Petite Style posts offered practical ideas for proportion, fit, and everyday outfits, while also reminding us that the goal is always the same: to feel confident, comfortable, and at home in the clothes we wear.

For those who would like to revisit a few of Kelly’s recent posts, here are several favorites:

I know many of you will miss seeing Kelly here each week, and I will miss her presence on the blog as well. She helped broaden the style conversation at SaaCA and offered a point of view that resonated with so many of our petite readers.

Going forward, we will continue to keep petite styling in mind as we share outfit ideas, shopping finds, and practical style tips. Fashion should meet us where we are — in every size, shape, height, and season of life — and that will always be part of the heart of Style at a Certain Age.

Thank you for supporting Kelly’s contributions over the years and for being part of this community. SaaCA will continue to evolve, as all good things do, while staying rooted in the same mission: helping women age with grace, strength, beauty, and style.

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  1. Carol

    I’m so sorry to hear this but first and foremost is Kelly ok? Hard to believe she is no longer a part of saaca. You two looked like you had such a great relationship both personally and professionally.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Carol! Thank you for your concern, but have no worries! All is well, and I have decided to head toward a career in the Arts (my lifelong passion!). Thank you so much for all your support! Take care, xo Kelly

      1. Kimberly Dickhut

        Congratulations! You will be missed.

        1. Kelly Djalali

          Thank you, Kimberly! xo Kelly

  2. Cyndi Anderson

    Thank you Kelly for your insight on the blog. Hopefully you will continue with the recipes. I have enjoyed those too.

    1. Linda

      I love you Kelly! I will miss you so so much! Here’s to your next chapter! Pop in every now and again! Let us know how you’re doing!

      1. Kelly Djalali

        Thank you so much, Linda!! Feel free to pop over to djalalicooks.com and see what’s cooking over there! Take care, xo Kelly

    2. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Cyndi! Thank you so much for your support! I will not be continuing with recipes, but there are years and years of archived posts under the Kelly’s Kitchen tab on the blog. Take a tour of the archives! Take care, xo Kelly

  3. Bonnie

    I am so sad to hear she won’t be posting any longer. Petite here !!! Petites bloggers are hard to find with such great taste. If she can think of more, would you ask her to maybe recommend a few. Thanks Kelly and good luck to you in life whatever you do! I will miss you.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Bonnie! Check out this round-up of 10 petite fashion bloggers: https://blog.shortstorybox.com/10-petite-fashion-bloggers-we-love/
      (just copy and paste the link into your browser) Thank you for all your support, and you can always revisit my posts here on Style at a Certain Age. Take care, xo Kelly

      1. Bonnie

        Thank you Kelly for the petite bloggers! Wishing you the best and I have learned alot from you.

  4. Nette

    Oh no! Very sorry to read that Kelly is leaving the blog. I hope this means she’s doing something exciting and new for her. It was so good to see the warm mother-in-law/daughter-in-law relationship, and all of Kelly’s contributions. Although I’m almost a foot taller than Kelly, I loved her style and did purchase a couple of the items she showcased. You will be missed!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Nette! I am so happy you enjoyed my posts. I am headed toward following my passion in the arts, so fun and exciting things are on my horizon. Thank you so much for all your support! xo Kelly

  5. Karen Guerriero

    I am so sorry to see Kelly go from Style at a Certain Age. I, too, am petite and have really enjoyed her

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Karen! I have loved being a part of Style at a Certain Age, and the good news is, my posts will live on – here on the blog! Thanks again, xo Kelly

      1. Ann

        I’m not a petite (my daughter is) but still enjoyed Kelly’s style! Will miss her and her recipes. Good luck to her and her new endeavors!

        1. Kelly Djalali

          Thank you, Ann! xo Kelly

  6. Susy

    Kelly, I wish you the best in any new endeavors you take on. You were a great addition to saaca and I’m sure you’ll be missed. Maybe we’ll still see an occasional recipe 😋 as the ones I tried were always tasty, and fairly easy to make!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Susy! I appreciate all your support! xo Kelly

  7. Emily

    So sorry to see Kelly’s petite features and food contributions will no longer be part of the blog. I hope she has some new adventures planned for her future. I will miss her perspective and recipes. Is something new coming to SaaCa? Thanks for all you’ve done, Kelly! Good luck in your future endeavors!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Emily! I do have new adventures on the horizon! I am glad you’re a part of the SaaCa community, take care, xo Kelly

  8. Jennifer Stoicovy

    Well, as a petite woman, I am sad to see Kelly leave SaaCA. I always look forward to your Friday with Oscar and Ollie posts to see what you two are wearing and of course for the cocktails and recipes! Good luck, Kelly! Beth, I sure hope you will continue your fun Friday posts with a cute outfit and a cocktail!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you for your support, Jennifer! I will also miss being a part of Fridays with Oscar and Ollie! I am so happy you enjoyed being a part of our Friday Fun! Take care, xo Kelly

  9. Priscilla

    Kelly, you will be missed. Petite style is much more than simply shortening hemlines! I, too, am a woman with style at a certain age. . . Beth, hope you’ll reach out if you’d like another petite “voice.”

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Priscilla! Yay for the petite ladies! xo Kelly

  10. Violet

    Hello, I don’t wear petite, however have enjoyed seeing Kelly and reading about the outfits she’s wearing.
    I do hope she’s well and that isn’t the reason she’s no longer with SaaCA.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Violet, all is well! I am only leaving SaaCA to pursue my passion for a career in the arts. Thank you so much for being a part of Style at a Certain Age! xo Kelly

  11. Nancy B.

    I’ll miss Kelly’s weekly petite posts and delicious recipes. As a petite woman myself I found her style very relatable. All the best to her in the future whatever she chooses to do. xo❤️

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Nancy B! I am so happy my petite posts resonated with you! xo Kelly

  12. Helen Kay (Foster) Heffernan

    Thank you, Kelley for all your petite posts. Your taste and insight was always helpful. As a petite retired teacher I looked forward to your sense of good taste in how to dress as a petite lady. May this new chapter in your life bring you joy and success. I will truly miss you!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much for all your support, Helen! xo Kelly

  13. Kathy

    I’m so sorry that Kelly will no longer be sharing petite styles and posting. I always enjoyed what she shared. I also enjoyed her recipes on Friday. I wanted to “join her for dinner” her healthy choices were an inspiration. I wish her the best.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Kathy! You can always join us for dinner on Fridays with Oscar! Take care, xo Kelly

  14. Madlyn

    My big thank you to Kelly. I am not petite, but I will miss her drinks and cooking. My best wishes to Kelly!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Madlyn! xo Kelly

  15. Susan

    I’m far from petite, but I enjoyed seeing your style! Best of luck to you in your new endeavor. Maybe we’ll see your art work on the blog in the future?

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Susan! Who knows what the future holds? 😉 Take care, xo Kelly

  16. Vicki Gurley

    We will miss you, Kelly, both on the petite posts and FWO. Best of luck in your new endeavor!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Vicki! xo Kelly

  17. Ellen

    So sorry to read this. I so enjoyed all Kelly’s posts and her recipes. Iam also short; her tips were wonderful for me.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Ellen! I hope you refer back to my petite posts on Style at a Certain Age – because many of my posts offer tips for petites no matter what trends may come and go. Take care, xo Kelly

  18. Pat Roth

    This is very sorry news. I do hope she is ok🩷. I will very much miss your Fridays together. Maybe she again will find a way to share her recipes. Or create her own blog? We need petite help!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Pat! All is well. I will also miss Fridays with Oscar, but all the years of Fridays will live on, on Style at a Certain Age. You can find all of my recipes on the Kelly’s Kitchen tab on the blog, and you can also find me on djalalicooks.com. Take care, xo Kelly

  19. Carolina Girl

    Dear Kelly,
    I will really miss you! I want to thank you (as a petite and a person) and just say you’re awesome. If you start an Arts blog, please tell us how to follow along. I know your future endeavors will be bright 🙂 Periodically provide an update as you are able?

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Carolina Girl! I will miss you too! I plan to post recipes again on Djalali Cooks, so you can always find me there. Take care, and thank you for all your love and support! xo Kelly

  20. Deborah Burnett

    Kelly, I will miss your posts, and wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thanks so much, Deborah! xo Kelly

  21. Maureen Turk

    Congrats Kelly! Following your passion is always the right decision. You certainly have a wonderful Mother-in-Law in Beth! I’m sure she’s a cheerleader in pursuing a path that captures your interest and your heart.

    Best wishes always,
    Maureen

    1. Kelly Djalali

      She sure is, Maureen! I am fortunate to have so much love and support in my corner! Thanks so much for being a part of Style at a Certain Age! xo Kelly

  22. Katherine

    Hi Kelly’s,
    You will be missed. I enjoyed seeing you and Beth as a team. My reaction to you was always a wow. You looked so pretty modeling your chic clothing. I am very happy you will be moving forward enjoying art. It’s a wonderful creative out let for your talents. I appreciate the side of talent that you have. What type of art do you enjoy creating? You are an artist in all the cooking you do as well.
    Here is to the next exciting chapter in your life.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Katherine! My BFA is in Graphic Design, but I have always gravitated toward printmaking. And of course, there’s always my passion for cooking and creating new things in the kitchen! Take care, xo Kelly

  23. Suzy

    Sad and disappointed that Kelly is moving on, yet happy that she will be working more with her interests in art. Perhaps Kelly might consider posting occasionally, even updating us on her new venture? Best wishes to both Kelly and Beth, and thanks to both for the many great posts!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much for your well-wishes, Suzy! Who knows what the future holds! Take care, xo Kelly

  24. RORY

    I will miss Kelly. I wish her the best. She is adorable and wears petite clothes well. I will miss her recipes too.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Rory!! xo Kelly

  25. Mary Siteman

    Oh Kelly, I am not even a petite but will certainly miss your perspective on petite styling and your sweet face!
    Happy you are well and pursuing your dreams!
    Best of luck and enjoy all life has to offer

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Mary! xo Kelly

  26. JML

    Kelly will be sorely missed and hope she is well and moving on to what she has a passion for . She provided a lot of insight into petites. Also, she is an excellent cook and will miss her culinary contributions. Also the best goes her way.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, JML! It warms my heart that my contributions to Style at a Certain Age resonated with you! Take care, xo Kelly

  27. Deborah Strode

    I am also going to miss Kelly. I am not petite but enjoyed her postings anyway. I especially liked the Friday posts with her recipes and the weekend outfits. I wish her well on her future plans.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Deborah! I, too, will miss being a regular part of Fridays with Oscar. Take care! xo Kelly

  28. Anne-Marie

    I will certainly miss Kelly’s take on petite dressing. Her looks were fresh but classic & I drew a lot of inspiration from her posts.
    My best wishes to her in her future endeavors.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Anne-Marie, thank you so much, it means a lot that my posts resonated with you. xo Kelly

  29. Joyce Dowell

    I always enjoyed Kelly’s posts on petite style. Wishing her much success in her future endeavors .

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Joyce! xo Kelly

  30. Suzanne

    Kelly, you will be missed! Your posts were among my favorites. I’m so happy for you and wish you well on this new chapter.
    Sincerely,
    Suzanne

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Suzanne! I am so happy you enjoyed my posts! xo Kelly

  31. Susan Krause

    I have enjoyed Kelly’s posts. It is nice to know that you will keep petite dressing in mind. I wish her well in her new endeavors.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thanks so much, Susan! xo Kelly

  32. Rose

    I will certainly miss Kelly’s contribution on
    SaaCA. I am not petite but enjoyed her lovely fashion sense! Enjoyed the cocktail & appetizer recipes also! She will be missed but I wish Kelly the very best!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Rose! xo Kelly

  33. Mary

    Beth,
    You weather every change with grace and strength!
    Mary

  34. Cynthia

    While I am not petite, I always enjoyed Kelly’s posts. Very sorry that she has left SAaCA. Wishing her the best.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Cynthia! xo Kelly

  35. Meg in MA

    Best of luck, Kelly! I will miss your unique style perspective. You always looks great. Best of luck with the new venture! Sounds exciting!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Meg! xo Kelly

  36. Celine Stanasolovich

    Although I am not a petite, I enjoyed seeing and reading Kelly’s posts. I especially enjoyed your recipes on Fridays. Best wishes for success as you begin a new chapter Kelly.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Celine! xo Kelly

  37. Carolyn

    Oh Kelly, I will miss you.

    I enjoyed your petite perspective (I’m 5’2”) and your recipes! You and Beth always look like you are enjoying each other’s company.
    I hope you’ll pop in occasionally and update us.
    Best wishes in your new adventures!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Carolyn! xo Kelly

  38. cheryl sharp

    Life changes. We change. Thank you for all of the good advice and great fashion. Enjoy your new endeavor in the arts. God bless you! Cheryl

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thanks so much, Cheryl! xo kelly

  39. Terrie

    This maybe too soon… but I’m hoping that you find another petite stylist… possibly middle age… that would assist in helping us deal with the issues we encounter

  40. Arna Bronstein

    I am not petite, but I have really enjoyed Kelly’s styling and outfits. I have really loved her recipes (from Djalali Cooks and Friday recipes.) Many of them are on repeat in our rotation.
    Best of luck to Kelly. She will be missed on the blog.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Arna, my sincere thank you for being so supportive here and on Djalali Cooks…I plan to start posting new recipes over there every now and then in the months to come. Please keep in touch! xo Kelly

  41. Sylvia Espinoza

    Kelly, take our love, prayers, and good wishes as you pursue your passion for the arts. Since the days of Kelly’s Kitchen to this day, your amazing talent has inspired us, right along with Beth’s. We’re sincerely happy for you, simultaneously sad for ourselves. You’ve meant the world to the SaaCA family. Until we meet again, be blessed 🌻

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Sylvia…You have been such a big supporter over all these years. Take care and be well. Until we meet again, xo Kelly

  42. Julie W

    This is upsetting because since I am petite I did rely on her opinions and places to find what I was looking for. Good luck to her and her future endeavors.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Julie. I really love that my posts resonated with you! Just know that all of my posts over the years will live here, archived on Style at a Certain Age. Take care, xo Kelly

  43. Michelle

    Being petite myself I enjoyed her posts and will miss her! Why is she leaving and what will she be doing? Hope everything is ok!

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Michelle, all is well! I am just moving on to pursue a career in the arts. Thank you so much! xo Kelly

  44. Brenda Mowbray

    Good luck Kelly in your future endeavours. I’ve always enjoyed your posts.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thanks so much for all your support, Brenda! xo Kelly

  45. Cheryll Ssmpson

    Kelli: You will be missed. Good luck with your new venture.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Cheryll! xo Kelly

  46. Paula Gaumer

    Kelly I really enjoyed you weekly recipes and will miss them. I really didn’t follow the petite bog ( because I’m not petite) but I enjoyed seeing you and Beth together. Good luck going forward. You have to do something you have a passion for.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Paula! xo Kelly

  47. Holly

    Kelly, Best Wishes on your new adventures. I’ve appreciated your thoughtful posts on petites and have found them helpful. I’m so glad you’re continuing to keep Djalali Cooks active. Even though you don’t post there anymore, I use those recipes on a regular basis.
    It’s my automatic go-to for company and family meals. Good Luck with your future Arts plans. Warmly, Holly

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hey Holly! Thanks so much! And – there will likely be more Djalali Cooks posts in the near future, so stay tuned! Take Care, xo Kelly

  48. Patty Weidner

    Will miss her petite posts. Good luck to her in her next adventure 🥰

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thanks so much, Patty! xo Kelly

  49. Jennifer Pengilly

    First Oscar, and now Kelly! My heart is broken! I’m 5ft 2inches and I so appreciated her posts.
    Thank you so, so much Kelly. You’ll be sorely missed.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Hi Jennifer, unlike Oscar, I haven’t crossed the rainbow bridge yet! 🥰 Thank you so much for all your support over the years! xo Kelly

  50. Irene

    Wishing you all the best in your next exciting adventure. Being petite myself I enjoyed your posts immensely.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you so much, Irene! xo Kelly

  51. Nancy

    Good luck Kelly! You will be missed. As a fellow petite, I enjoyed your style perspective.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Nancy! xo Kelly

  52. Barbara Thomsen

    I will miss Kelly so much. I too am a petite and learned a lot about petite fashion from her posts. How blessed you are to have a DIL like Kelly! Hopefully you will continue to update us on her new passion. I will keep her in my prayers.

    1. Kelly Djalali

      Thank you, Barbara! xo Kelly

  53. Nancy

    Why is Kelly leaving the blog?
    Is she still doing the recipes?

  54. Cheryl

    Love the newsletter/blog every week. Looking forward to weekends in Atlanta. New apartment and new adventures. I do like the video with clothing options the very best. Best wishes for a successful season

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