If your winter uniform is jeans and a sweater like mine, you’re going to love this post! There’s nothing easier (or cozier) than pairing a great-fitting sweater with your favorite denim. In this post, I’m sharing four petite-friendly sweaters and jeans outfits — each one featuring well-proportioned pieces.
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4 Petite-Friendly Sweaters and Jeans Outfits for Winter
My Sizing: I’m 4’10”, and my bust, waist, and hip measurements are 32″, 24″, and 36″. My inseam is 25″ (the measurement from the inside of my leg to my ankle bone). The clothes shown are unaltered and show how they fit me right from the store. I list my sizing beside each item to help you compare when shopping online. When referencing my true size, that is often the smallest option available at a brand or petite xxs/00/24. I wear a size 5 shoe.
J.Crew Vintage Flare Jeans + Gap Crewneck Sweater
You all know I love a flare jean, and the J.Crew Vintage Flare Jeans are one of my favorites. They have a 10.5″ rise and a 29″ inseam in petite (size 24) — inseam increases slightly with sizing — and they’re 99% cotton for that true vintage, no-stretch feel. I wear them with low heels (2″) for the perfect petite-friendly length. To note, the rise measurement is not adjusted for petite sizing on the J.Crew website, so I measured the rise here.
The Gap Crewneck Sweater pairs beautifully with them. It’s a great fit through the body and overall length, though I found the sleeves just a touch long. The slightly relaxed fit gives the outfit an easy, classic look. To finish it off, I layered a Long Toscana Coat and added a tan scarf for warmth and texture.
Jeans Petite 24 in Kate Wash, 10.5″ rise, 29″ inseam in petite | Sweater Petite XS | Coat Petite 00 | Scarf | Boots tts | Bag
J.Crew Bootcut Jeans + Aritzia Harlow Sweater
Next up, the J.Crew Bootcut Jeans — a comfortable, slightly stretchy denim that I wear all winter long. They have a 10.25″ rise and 29.5″ inseam in petite (size 24). They do tend to shrink a bit in the wash, so if they feel long at first, don’t worry — they’ll shorten slightly after a few wears and washes. Take a look at them in this post right from the store to see the difference in length.
The Harlow Sweater from Aritzia is thick, warm, and has a slightly oversized fit. I’m wearing XXS, which is my true size, and it’s perfectly cozy. Because the sweater is a little longer, I like pairing it with a slimmer bootcut jean for balance (rather than a wide leg). I finished this outfit with the Timeless Topcoat from Banana Republic Factory.
Jeans Petite 24 10.25″ rise, 29.5″ inseam (shrinks in the wash, mine are shown washed and dried) | Sweater XXS | Coat Petite XXS | Scarf | Boots tts | Bag
Quince Bella Wide-Leg Jeans + Quince Yak’s Wool Sweater
Every once in a while, I come across a sweater that fits just right — and this Yak’s Wool Turtleneck from Quince is one of them. It’s soft, warm, and has a great petite-friendly fit through the body and sleeves. If you see it in stock, snag it quickly — Quince favorites tend to sell out fast.
I paired it with my Quince Bella Wide-Leg Jeans, which are currently out of stock, but the Madewell Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Jeans are an excellent alternative. They’re stretch denim with a 10.5″ rise and 28″ inseam in petite.
I finished the look with the Short Toscana Coat from J.Crew in a matching green hue — for a tone-on-tone winter look.
Sweater XS | Jeans 24 x 28″ | Similar Jeans Petite 24 10.5″ rise, 28″ inseam | Coat Petite 00 | Socks | Sneakers tts | Bag
Gap Stride Wide-Leg Jeans + Gap Cotton Cardigan
Last but not least, an outfit that gives the illusion of legs for days — the Gap Stride Wide-Leg Jeans. They feature a very high 11″ rise and a 28.5″ inseam in petite. They’re 99% cotton, low stretch, and I find they shrink slightly after washing and drying. With a 28.5″ inseam in petite 24 they’re a pair I have to wear with heels. The structured high rise really cinches the waist and elongates the leg line — I love that.
I paired them with the Gap Cotton Cardigan, which has a great petite fit overall. I’m wearing Petite XS, and I give the sleeves one cuff for a perfect length. It’s 100% cotton, lightweight, and ideal for layering over a Quince cotton t-shirt.
Jeans Petite 24 in dark wash, 11″ rise, 28.5″ inseam | Sweater Petite XS | T-Shirt XS | Scarf | Boots tts | Bag
For more petite-friendly jeans you can pair with your fall and winter sweaters, check out this post.
