Fall Capsule Wardrobe Series: Bootcut Jeans

Although both pairs of jeans I included in the capsule are dark wash, I chose two styles to give variety. Bootcut jeans are a classic style, but I plan to wear more this season than in recent years. You can find the full capsule wardrobe post here; you’ll find all outfit photos and wardrobe pieces in one place.

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Fall Capsule Wardrobe Series: Bootcut Jeans

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.

Capsule Items (included in these outfits)

Bootcut Jeans: Petite 24

Bootcut jeans solve the issue of what shoes are we wearing that we’re all currently having with straight jeans and wide-leg jeans. Bootcut jeans keep it simple and can be worn with almost every shoe (if you can get the length just right). I was going to include a pair of bootcut jeans I found from Wit & Wisdom recently in the capsule. The 29″ inseam, which is typically too long for me with a pair of flats, bunched in the most subtle way with flats, making them perfect with a low heel and a pair of flats. Until I washed and dried them, and they shrunk. They’re still perfect for flats but are now too short for a low-heeled pair of boots and wouldn’t work in the photos of this post. If you bought that pair and don’t want to lose the length, don’t dry them! Since I shrunk the pair I wanted to use for the capsule, I opted for another pair of bootcut jeans from J.Crew. These jeans are a bit too long for flats but are perfect for a comfortable, low-heeled pair of boots. I also plan to use these jeans in my workwear capsule. While the length isn’t as versatile as the Wit & Wisdom pair, the wash is better for dressing up and down.

Ivory Fisherman Sweater: XS

This thick and warm sweater is great on its own but also layers well under all of the top layers I’ve chosen for the capsule. I chose this Quince sweater because I love that it’s made out of organic cotton and is well made. I’ve had good luck with the quality and longevity of Quince sweaters, but I recommend laying this one flat to dry so it doesn’t shrink in the dryer. I’m a sucker for white, so I chose this sweater in ivory, but any neutral will do. This sweater isn’t petite, so I have to cuff the sleeves, and it has a slightly roomy fit, but I recommend choosing your true size. Similar, less expensive option here.

Leopard Sweater: XXS

The leopard sweater I chose is a lightweight option with a slim fit. I love including one printed top in my capsule wardrobes to add variety. The neutral leopard print mixes well with the top layers and jeans chosen for this post. Similar less expensive option here.

Olive Sweater: XS

When choosing an accent color for my capsule, I almost chose red. If you had caught the preview I put in my IG story earlier this month, you may have seen the red sweater instead. I love that sweater, and red is on trend, so you could use that sweater in this capsule. I changed my mind simply because I realized that red isn’t my color. Instead, I chose an olive version of the Quince Boyfriend Sweater I included in my fall capsule last year. The boyfriend sweater has a high-low hem and a just right slightly oversized fit. This is another one I have to cuff the sleeves on, but I still love the overall fit and would recommend your true size. This sweater is also made of organic cotton, so I recommend laying it flat to dry if you don’t want it to shrink. Less expensive option here.

Brown Sweater: XXS

The brown sweater is the same as the leopard print. It’s thin and close-fitting, so it layers nicely. I chose this exact sweater because I love its unique color. It’s slightly different from dark brown or camel, but it still pairs nicely with all of the colors in the capsule. I wear this sweater in XXS and find it to fit true to size.

Boyfriend Cardigan: XS

This is another piece I replaced from my initial capsule wardrobe preview. Initially, I was going to choose the cropped version of this sweater, but ultimately, I felt the longer version would be more versatile. I chose This option from Quince for the overall quality of the piece. It’s thick organic cotton and well made. I chose ivory, but it comes in other colors as well. It is oversized on me – it’s up to personal preference if you want to size down; I love a cozy fit, so it’s true to size for me. Similar, less expensive option.

Olive Jacket: XXS

The olive jacket I chose for the capsule has an oversized fit. I wanted an option that was long enough to wear with leggings, and I like that this exact jacket is lined and warm. Since it’s oversized, I have to cuff the sleeves on it, and you can tell from the photos that it’s generally a little bit big on me. If you prefer a closer fit, you could size down, or this option comes in petite. There is a similar, less expensive option here.

Denim Shirt: Petite XXS

Similar to the chambray shirts we all had in the past, denim shirts are having a moment this season. I chose this one from J.Crew for its dark wash and longer fit. It’s not oversized on me—fitting well through the arms and shoulders—but long enough to wear with leggings. You can tuck this top in, wear it untucked, or wear it as a top layer. Similar, less expensive option.

Long Cardigan: XXS

The Juliette sweater from J.Crew is a beautiful wardrobe staple. This sweater doesn’t come in petite, so it runs a little large on me. If you have the option, a size down would be the best fit for this sweater. Similar less expensive option (this will have an oversized fit).

Layering T-Shirt in Black and White: XXS

I found a great layering top from Gap. This top is double-lined, so it’s not see-through in white. The top comes in petite, but I found the regular fit to be better for me. In the petite, the sleeves were short. The top has a slim, slightly compressive fit, so you may want to size up if you prefer more room.

Quilted Coat: Petite XXS

This coat has a perfect petite fit. It has great sleeve and overall length, and the body isn’t overly large and puffy. It’s a medium-weight coat, so it’s perfect for fall and mild winters. I find this coat to be true to size overall. Similar, less expensive option (not available in cream).

Green Topcoat: Petite 00

The Daphne Topcoat is unlined, so it’s lightweight, but the tightly knit boiled wool keeps you warm. This coat fits true to size overall and has a perfect fit through the sleeves and shoulders. But it’s still roomy enough to layer sweaters underneath. For reference, I’m wearing the coat in the photos in a size up for me (petite 0); it’s a better fit in your true size. Similar, less expensive option.