Fall Guide to Flare Trend: Tips for Wearing Flare Pants and Jeans
The flare from the 70s is back but with a new feel: a higher rise. Not only does it add to its amazing leg lengthening effect, it’s flattering for almost every body type. Let's cover the basic styling tips for mastering the flare trend.
Body Type and Balance
Flare pants elongate the leg which is great if you are petite. Just be sure that the width of the flare does not overwhelm your shorter frame. Look for a flare on the less-wide side or bring them to a tailor and take them in!
If you are short waisted (the space between your bust and hips) a high waist will land too close to the bust so instead opt for a mid-rise.
Height/Cut
Flared pants and denim should be hemmed to graze the floor, so the height of your heel matters when you head to the tailor. If too long, they’ll drag on the floor; too short and they’ll look like “floods” not flares because of their wide bottom.
When wearing flared jeans or pants, your shoes should ideally give you some sort of extra height to further accentuate the leg line and show off the wide bottom. A flatform, wedge, bootie, or a classic pump will help to elongate the leg and keep this trend sophisticated.
Proportions
Tops need to accommodate and balance the high waist and wider silhouette of your flares. Whatever top you choose, make sure it doesn’t go much past the waistline of your pants. If the top is too long, it will throw off your proportions. Tuck your shirt in or wear one that hits just below the waistline or go for a crop that hits above it.
The wide leg with its extra fabric works best with a more fitted or less blousy top to create balance and avoid a look that is overwhelmed with too much fabric. You can’t go wrong with a t-shirt, my personal go-to top with flare pants.
Accessories
Belts are a great way to define your waste when wearing flared jeans, and also highlights the fabulous long leg line!
Shoes are easy with flares since they are not the main event. Any pair with a bit of height will work well - giving you more options than with skinnies or cropped pants! My favorite is a comfortable flatform sneaker since there is no need to suffer with a heel since the flare basically covers your shoe.
Bonus Tip! Remember the key to any vintage revival trend is to mix in current trends and styles, making an overall contemporary look.
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