Flare jeans are the undisputed champion of denim right now. Whether it’s a sunny brunch or a cool evening out, they are the perfect foundation for a standout look.
I’ve rounded up some of my go-to outfits that prove just how amazing this silhouette is. Prepare to fall in love!
1. Ruffled Off-Shoulder Crop & Flares
I’m so obsessed with this look for sunny days. The white off-shoulder crop top with its ruffled neckline is just asking to be paired with some light-wash flares.
It’s seriously the perfect combination for anything from a trip to the farmers’ market to a cute rooftop brunch.
2. Ribbed Crop & Platform Boots with Flares
A white ribbed crop top featuring a quarter-zip detail brings some cool architectural flair to light wash flares.
For shoes, a pair of black platform boots gives this look some major attitude and adds even more height to those legs that already look super long.
3. Front-Tie Crop & Dark Flares
I just adore a look that finds that sweet spot between casual and luxe. A vibrant silk blouse tied at the front paired with some high-waisted dark wash flares does exactly that.
This is the kind of outfit that feels right at home at a gallery opening or a fancy dinner.
4. Ribbed Crop & Flares with Boots
For a clean, minimalist vibe, a white ribbed crop top with a tie-front detail looks so good with light wash flares.
What really elevates this from basic to brilliant is the addition of pointed-toe boots. It adds just the right touch of sophistication.
5. Cropped Polo & Flares with Cap
A cropped polo shirt with classic black and white stripes gives a preppy twist when tucked into light wash flares.
Keeping it young and sporty with white sneakers is a no-brainer. To finish it off, a baseball cap lends a little urban edge.
6. Light Blue Tank & Cardigan with Flares
Nothing achieves that “I just woke up looking this good” vibe better than a light blue ruched tank under a breezy white cardigan.
This outfit, with its light wash flares and white ankle boots, perfectly balances comfort and style.
The single color on top creates a clean canvas, making your flares the real star.
7. Camisole, Sandals & Sunnies with Flares
A black cropped camisole top matched with beige high-waisted flares makes for such a sleek silhouette, ideal for more upscale events.
I think the clear strap sandals and some oversized sunglasses are the finishing touches that bring the perfect amount of glamour.
8. Oversized Blazer & Dark Flares
Who decided flares can’t be for work? This outfit totally proves otherwise! A crisp white tee under a black oversized blazer creates such a sharp look up top.
Simply swap your usual skinny jeans for dark flares to keep it tailored while adding a little retro touch.
9. One-Shoulder & Drawstring Flares
A white one-shoulder top with a drawstring waist detail makes the most flattering shape when you pair it with light-wash flares.
It gives off that “I didn’t even try but still look incredible” energy. A total win in my book.
10. Graphic Tee & Blue Flares
Sometimes simple is best, and this combo is all the proof you need. A black graphic tee tucked into blue flares is just the definition of effortlessly cool.
It has major vintage concert energy without any of the wear and tear.
11. Strapless Bodysuit, Heels & Flares with Hat
If you want to make your flares the main attraction, a strapless bodysuit is a great way to streamline your top half.
Just tuck it into some high-waisted flares, add some height with white pointed-toe heels, and top it all off with a white beret for a playfully polished feel.
12. Graphic Tee & White Sneakers with Flares
This is the ultimate cool-girl uniform. A white cropped graphic tee with light-wash flares and some white sneakers is a tried-and-true formula.
It gives off that “I’m not trying too hard but obviously still look fantastic” vibe.
13. Turtleneck, Tweed & Flares
To channel that inner French girl, try a black turtleneck under a tweed jacket with pearl details.
Pairing this combination with light wash flares and some Doc Martens creates a really fun mix of preppy and edgy that, trust me, totally works.
14. Printed High-Neck & Light Flares
Don’t ever be shy about playing with prints and colors! This multicolored swirl print top in a flattering high-neck, long-sleeve cut really brightens up light wash jeans.
My advice is to keep the accessories simple so that vibrant top can really shine.
15. Off-Shoulder Crop & Billowy Flares
You can make a real entrance with a black off-shoulder crop top that has billowy sleeves.
When it’s styled with high-waisted flares and black sandals, it creates the kind of outfit that will definitely turn heads for all the best reasons.
16. Ruffled Button-Up & Navy Flares
This blue and white striped button-up blouse, with its cute ruffled collar details, paired with navy flares gives off a major cottagecore meets denim vibe.
It’s the ideal look for those times you want to feel put together but not too overdressed.
17. Cropped Turtleneck & Puffer with Light Flares
You can stay super cozy while still serving looks in an orange cropped turtleneck layered with a light blue puffer jacket.
The cropped cut creates the perfect proportion with high-waisted flares, and that pop of orange brings an unexpected warmth to the whole outfit.
18. Layered Button-Ups & Dark Flares
A great way to create some dimension is by layering your tops. Think a white button-up overshirt on top of a grey undershirt.
To keep the silhouette looking streamlined, go with dark wash flares.
A long pendant necklace is a perfect accessory to draw the eye down the outfit’s vertical line.
19. Cropped Tee & Oversized Sweater with Flares
This look is giving off some major fashion influencer energy. A royal blue oversized sweater is casually draped over a blue cropped tee, and it just works.
Light wash flares and sneakers help keep the outfit grounded while still looking totally ready for Instagram.
Here’s a pro tip: the draped sweater trick is an instant way to make any outfit look a bit more expensive.
20. Bodysuit & Ruffled Flares
For an evening out, a bodysuit is a fantastic choice with flare jeans. This lavender one with its ruffled cap sleeves looks so gorgeous tucked into light wash denim.
The slim fit of the bodysuit is a perfect balance to the volume in the legs. Just add some strappy heels for dinner or a night of dancing.
21. Sheer Mesh Top & High-Waisted Flares
You can easily take your flares into night-out territory by adding a black sheer mesh long-sleeve top.
The mix of sexy and sophisticated in this outfit makes it ideal for pretty much anything, from a dinner date to a night out dancing.
How to Style Your Flares: Pro Tips
- Height Matters: Always think carefully about your shoe choice. Flares look their best with a little heel or a platform. This helps maintain the right length and creates that leg-lengthening effect we all love.
- Proportion Play: When you style flares, balance is so important. If you’re wearing something with a lot of volume on top, be sure your jeans have a good fit through the thigh. And if you’re going with a cropped top, high-waisted flares will be your new best friend.
- Length is Everything: The ideal flare should just about graze the ground when you have your shoes on. If they’re too short, you lose the elongating look. If they’re too long, you’ll be tripping all day.
