I recently debuted my first pair of flared jeans since the early noughties. It took quite a bit of getting used to! I’m wearing Next Couture Flared Jeans.
One of the major adjustments from wearing skinny jeans to wearing flared jeans was dealing with the top issue and balance. I usually team my skinnies with an oversized or voluminous top. Wearing flared jeans can flip that upside down! I selected a geometric printed long line tank (tags removed opshop find), teamed with a vintage silk coffee and black kimono. I lengthened my torso with the long tank. The black lapels and voluminous sleeves of the kimono work to draw my waist in.
I used my own tips to find the best shoes for flared jeans. I went with a Cuban heeled tan ankle boot, purchased from Target last year.
I accessorised with pretty sterling silver heart earrings by Robert Young, a resin necklace by Kenzie Accessories, blue and white china-patterned Fitbit band, Mimco watch, and a mixed metallic and crystals arm party.
My coral leather Witchery crossbody bag has multiple pockets and tassels – she’s the perfect travel companion. Worn bandolier-style for sightseeing and carried as a clutch for nights out. Plus did I mention tassels?
Shop My Style | Flared Jeans
If your heart beats a little faster at the thought of rocking a pair of flares this season, then you’ll love my picks. Everything from a faded 70s style to perfectly worn in rock chic style to classy dark denim, just perfect for teaming with a heel and a blazer.
Personally, I think the images for jeans Number 7 and Number 2 are styled for the online shopping boutiques and catalogues – to show off the flare of the jean. They’re not styled for wear – the legs are too short for the shoes they’ve been paired with. Click here to read my guide to pairing shoes and flared jeans for the most flattering look.
- Rollas Eastcoast Flare in Faded Bondi $129.95 | original 70s glam | click to shop
- Next Couture Flares $48 | contains Lycra for excellent shape retention (as modelled by moi) | click to shop
- Lift, Slim & Shape Dark Blue Flare Jeans $78 | let your jeans do the figure work for you! | click to shop
- Noisy May Amy Flared Jeans $68.60 | mid rise skinny flare cut in black denim | click to shop
- Northmore Denim Flared Jeans with Ripped Knees $41.16 reduced from $68.60 | true rock chic for rock chicks | click to shop
- Mango Midwash Flare Jeans $78.38 | stretch cotton denim with a high rise waist in a classic wash | click to shop
- Mavi Sheena High-Rise Flare Jean in Midnight Gold Reform $149.95 | I think that means dark blue. These are the perfect dressy casual flared jeans | click to shop
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I love your hair up like that, Kimba. I like the jeans you featured in number three.
Oh thanks Sarah. I’m experimenting with the little bit of extra length. I nearly bought No 3 but went with No 2 instead.
you look very chic kim!
love your hair pulled back too!
I can see you in a hat too with that outfit!
does that mean skinnies are out?
oh dear! love m:)X
Nope, whatever you want to wear is in! I’m still rocking my skinnies – as well as my boyfriend jeans.
One of my favourite looks on you. I don’t do a full flare but love a bootcut jean. Stop by to my link up which went live today if you get a chance 🙂
http://www.sydneyfashionhunter.com/
Such a great edit. They look great on you. I’m still a bit wary. Zoe ××
Yep, took me a while too! Cheers xx
loving you in flares – I can remember a time when I was ONLY a flares or wide leg girl. The thought of skinny jeans terrified me… Now I live in skinnys unsure if I can embrace flares! Funny how we change x
I know! It was such a big thing. I had a voucher so figured it was worth a go. Now I’ve bought a few more pairs!
You look fabulous. I’m currently lusting after the Bohemian Traders wide leg denim jeans. Not quite a flare but capable of balancing out my thighs (fingers crossed). Great post lovely xx
I think you look fab (as usual)! Quite like the look of number 6. x