One of my first posts when I started posting "Wardrobe" topics back in the spring was about my 15 year old flare jeans and how I had pulled them out, dusted them off and felt right on trend! Read the original post HERE.
Since I find it's just not practical to wear the super-flared bell bottom type jeans that are popping up, I use the term "flares" and "boot cut" pretty interchangeably.
CASEY'S DEFINITION OF FLARE JEANS ~ jeans that are bigger at the bottom, and not-skinny or straight leg. Synonym: Boot cut.
Aside from this pair, here are another pair of my favorite "flares" ~
Tee: Mossimo/Target (exact)
Necklace: Stella and Dot (exact, can be worn a few different ways!)
Gold Feather Bracelet: c/o Pura Vida (exact in pack, similar)
** Pura Vida is offering free shipping for all U.S. orders and 20% off through August with code BACKTOSCHOOL20!
Bangle: Alex and Ani (similar)
Watch: Nordstrom Rack (similar, similar)
Tank: Express (in blue, cute pattern!)
Jacket: Express--really, really old (similar, similar)
Flare/bootcut jeans are universally flattering, but you have to be careful. Here are some tips when wearing those flares ~
1. LENGTH: Make sure your flares aren't too long. Flares look best when they hit around the middle to 3/4 of the way up your foot. Show your shoes and a little skin!! :)
YES ~
Super cute, but NO (who wants to be footless?) ~
2. SHOES: On short gals, wearing flares with a little heel always looks best. The flared leg can make us look stumpy with flats. Taller gals can get away flats, but flares always look better with a heel of some sort. Pointy-toed heels and flares are a match made in heaven. For shorter gals, a kitten heel with a pointy toe can work too, if you can't wear higher heels.
3. TOPS: I prefer wearing flares with a more structured top or jacket. If you get too baggy on top it clashes with the bagginess of the flared leg.
4. CHANGING LENGTHS: Want to wear your flares with flats and heels? You can change of length with this Hollywood Tape! I hate the idea of only being able to wear certain jeans with certain shoes. This solves the problem! Have you guys tried this?? It's AWESOME!
6. LEG OPENING: Tall gals can get away with a larger leg opening, while us short gals need to proceed with caution. The width of my leg opening on the jeans I am wearing above is 8 inches. That is as flared as I will go, otherwise I risk overwhelming my 5'4" frame and looking sloppy.
If you aren't ready to make the plunge to full-on FLARE jeans, try searching for ones that are boot cut, trouser-style or "skinny flares."
HERE ARE SOME GREAT OPTIONS (click on any image for details) ~
Do you own a pair of flare jeans? Would you ever consider it?
Time to link up!
Hosted by ~
Each week we choose a favorite...check out Carrie and Whitney's blogs to see if it's you! Here was my favorite this week ~ Shauna from Lip Gloss and Lace. Can this girl rock a pair of flares or WHAT??!!! So awesome! See her original post HERE.
<a href="http://www.alittlebitofcheer.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc454/pianoprincessdesigns/button%20small_zpsujefyz2q.png~original" alt="A Lovely Little À La Mode Link Up" width="125" height="125" /></a>
Don't forget to follow A Little Bit of Cheer on Facebook HERE
Follow me on Instagram HERE
Follow any of my boards on Pinterest HERE
Follow me on Bloglovin' HERE
See where I link up HERE
You look so chic in your flare jeans! That Hollywood Tape is such a great idea to change the length when wearing flats!
ReplyDeleteJill
Doused In Pink
Thanks, Jill! Yeah, that stuff works wonders! XOXO
DeleteI have been hoarding my flares for years, time to pull them back out!
ReplyDeleteBrooke
I know! I am the same way! Let's dust them off!! XOXO
DeleteI am so glad flare jeans are back on trend, they do wonders for short gals like me! Love you in your flares and great tips!
ReplyDeleteAlice
www.happpinessatmidlife.com
Would love to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
I know! Short gals unite!! I always wear mine with heels though...I feel stumpy with flats....we'll see if I feel better about it this season:) XOXO
DeleteI love that flare jeans are back!!!!
ReplyDeleteYAY for flares!! xoxo
DeleteThank you for the feature! :) Love that Fossil watch, I'm obsessing over it!
ReplyDeleteShauna
www.lipglossandlace.net
Well, thank YOU for being so beautiful and stylish!! XOXO
DeleteGreat tips! I just bought my first pair this weekend. It was hard to find a pair that wasn't too long on me!
ReplyDeleteYAY!! Where did you find them? I know, they ALWAYS run long! I tried on a pair of Target Denzien (sp?) ones and I am in LOVE! XOXO
DeleteSuper cute! I don't have any flares left that fit me and I haven't quite convinced myself to spend money on them just yet...so I can't partake in this trend so far. But you've definitely given some great tips to think about!
ReplyDeleteDo me a favor and go check out Target Denzien Boot Cut. Just try them on and report back :) I think you'll love them!! XOXO
DeleteI have a pair of flare/boot-cut jeans on my shopping list for fall, so these are great tips! And the hem tape, why have I never thought of that before?! That's been my downfall with flare jeans in the past, not finding the right length to work with different shoes. Must try.
ReplyDeleteThat hem tape is a miracle worker!! Def. try it!!! XOXOXO
DeleteGreat tip on the tape! Love this whole post. Going to pin it for reference when I pull out my flares again. So glad I didn't toss them!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see you rock them, Leslie! I know you will :) XO
DeleteOh flare jeans. Isn't it funny how cyclical fashion is? I know they truly didn't go "out" of fashion, but I am pretty sure almost all my jeans in high school were flares or at a minimum boot cut! Yours look great on you!
ReplyDeleteTotally!!!! I think you're right--i think boot cuts are pretty much always "in style" especially if you look good in them, which most people do! LOL! XOXO
ReplyDeleteI like how the flared jeans are making its way back. The rule of thumb is never throw any style away because they will always come back. :)
ReplyDeletexo Sheree
http://poshclassymom.com
IG: @poshclassymom
SO true, Sheree!! XOXO
DeleteGreat post Casey! I'm going to order that hollywood tape. I find it so frustrating to only be able to wear some of pants with certain shoes. This will totally bring versatility to my pants! Thanks so much!!
ReplyDeleteDef try it!! It's a money saver! Xxooo
DeleteGreat tips, and yes looking like you dont have feet can't be great. I do really love the tape and have used it. I have some flares in my closet, will wear em soon! You look marvelous!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday
jess xx
www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
I can't wait to see yours, Jess! Have a great weekend! Xo
Deletenot a big fan of flare jeans, but you wear them nicely and love your jewelry!
ReplyDeletestop by and chat ♥ http://storybookapothecary.com/
They can be hard to get used to after skinnier for some many years, for sure!! Xxoo
DeleteI pretty much prefer dark-wash on everything, altho I have a light-wash denim vest and a chambray dress that I LOVE. I think maybe I just prefer dark wash pants :) I love these flare tips, I have been wanting to get a pair this fall!
ReplyDeleteCarrie
curlycraftymom.com
I totally agree!! My best and jacket are light wash but I love dark jeans (slimming us know !!) XXOO
DeleteI am So glad flare jeans are coming back! They are so flattering for all figures. Great tips and choices!
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Jennie A Pocketful of Polka Dots
Share your latest posts on Fabulous Friday!
Thanks girl!! I just linked up!! Xxoo
DeleteWhat a lovely pair of flares. I only have one pair of flares and I wear them often, at least once a week.
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up to "Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me" link up.
Rachel xo
Please join me for Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me Link up now LIVE here
Garay Treasures
Thanks Rachel! I'm looking forward to wearing them more this fall! Xoo
Delete