If you’re a petite woman looking for outfit inspiration or styling tips, I recommend turning to Victoria Beckham. The 5’4″ entrepreneur has been a fashion icon since her days as a Spice Girl, and she continues to set trends with her eponymous fashion label. She clearly understands how to dress her petite frame, favoring flattering cuts and styles. One trend she’s been loving lately, especially for fall, is dark-wash bootcut jeans.
Yesterday evening, Beckham was spotted heading to her son Cruz’s live show in London. She wore an elbow-length cropped fur jacket over a white T-shirt, paired with dark-wash bootcut jeans, a brown croc-effect Hermès Birkin, and her signature oversize sunglasses.
For petite women wanting to look taller, dark-wash bootcut jeans are the answer. The deep denim color with a uniform shade—without heavy fading or distressing—naturally creates a sleek effect that lengthens one’s appearance. Meanwhile, the slight flare of the bootcut hem directs the eye downward, giving the illusion of longer legs.
Read on to see Beckham’s petite-friendly look for yourself, and then shop my edit of the best dark-wash bootcut jeans to invest in now.
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ZARA
Zw Collection Limited Edition Faux Fur Jacket
Nordstrom
Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt
It’s about that time to add a new crisp white tee to your collection.
Don’t sleep on J.Crew’s denim. This pair is my favorite.
Madewell
The Top-Zip Shoulder Bag
The curved heel makes these look different from other chocolate-brown suede ankle boots on the market.
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MANGO
Violet Flared High-Rise Jeans
Style these with a blazer and kitten heels for the office or with a sweater and ballet flats for brunch.
Citizens of Humanity
Vidia Mid Rise Boot Jeans
I love the contrast stitching.
Reformation
Cynthia Jeans
The rigid denim gives off that coveted vintage appeal.
Fashion people love these because they feature super-stretch denim, ensuring all-day comfort.
Madewell
Relaxed Bootcut Jeans
This pair comes in sizes 23 to 33.
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