Ellie’s Hang out

…flared leggings in 3 ways

Did you know that flares were worn first by american sailors? – Like a lot of the best fashion pieces, flares were first worn for quite functional purposes. Bell-bottomed trousers are known to have been invented by British and American sailors in the 19th century, as they made it simpler to rescue overboard victims. Because of their bell-bottom style, flares were particularly well-liked by hippies and other rebels, who disapproved of the straight-legged, strait-laced looks of the day. Flares gained popularity largely due to the influence of music. Bell-bottomed trousers were no longer associated with ‘dangerous radicals’ by the early 1970s, and flares began to show up on catwalks across the globe.

As you can see flares have always been popular, especially in the mid 60s when they first took their stride. Icons such as Cher, Sonny, Jimi Hendrix and Mick Jagger really helped popularize the wear of them. And now they are back and trendy and the most popular style that has been going around is the ‘Flared Leggings’.

So lets get down to what you are here for...

Flared leggings may become your new favorite pair of pants. Perfect for traveling, running errands, lounging around the house, and even when you’re out and about. I’ll go over three methods to style your flared leggings in this post, including my personal style, the coziest option, and the newest fashion.

First things first, lets find some flared leggings if you don’t already own a pair.

Women’s Flared leggings

This pair from H&M comes in black, light beige and Black/Dog tooth-patterned with the available sizes that run from XS to 4XL and ranges in price from £10 to £13.

Flared High-Waist Leggings

This pair from ZARA comes in black and is available in sizes through XS to XL. These pair are £22.99

Style 1 – My Personal Style

I’ve been wearing nothing but leggings since I got a few pairs since they’re so comfy and easy to style. You can wear the set of clothes I’m about to describe on a night out, to a concert, or just about. My fave way to wear flares is to pair an over sized band t-shirt with a black long-sleeved mesh top. For shoes i always add my platform converse for a bit of height or my doc martens depending on the occasion. To dress this outfit up even more you can easily add some accessories, my preference is gold jewelry but you can choose what you’d like. Some layered necklaces and some dangle earrings and you are good to go.

Mesh top – https://www.monki.com/en_gbp/clothing/tops/product.long-sleeve-mesh-top-with-thumbholes-black.1110916003.html?utm_source=Lyst%20UK/EU&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=422661110916003002&utm_content=15&utm_term=1477444&ranMID=42266&ranEAID=2523611&ranSiteID=gcdL_ATRVoE-I_jQ5QXshwOD4RDJ6LwjZw

Nirvana top – https://www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-unisex-license-oversized-t-shirt-with-nirvana-prints-in-navy/prd/205131734?currencyid=1&browsecountry=GB&affid=28280&_CjwKCAiAmsurBhBvEiwA6e-WPOMiyjW-Z_2WXIqT4IfkcABy1W18_eB6IzULFKPOmm5jdR_acN8_jBoCMEYQAvD_BwE&channelref=product+search&ppcadref=20546713158%7C%7C&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAmsurBhBvEiwA6e-WPOMiyjW-Z_2WXIqT4IfkcABy1W18_eB6IzULFKPOmm5jdR_acN8_jBoCMEYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Platform Converse – https://www.schuh.co.uk/womens/converse-all-star-lift-dark-green-trainers/1925194170/?store=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAmsurBhBvEiwA6e-WPEZ0I9ysdeaPBLJs_3WuXAkIwHUuMJUS69dOOte1iBvMYSINbtU58hoC0uUQAvD_BwE

Accessories – https://www.oliverbonas.com/jewellery/blythe-fine-links-layered-necklace-346714

Style 2 – The coziest option

If you’re trying for a cosier look, pair your flared leggings with cardigans, over-sized sweatshirts, knit jumpers, or hoodies. I always wear mine with my biggest green and white jumper. I always wear mine with my green & white jumper from primark I purchased a few months ago. I also accessorize them with the cosiest thing I’ve ever bought from TESCO. I would say it’s one of the best pieces of knitwear I own.

Another way I like to pair them with is a basic cropped black t-shirt and a cardigan. When I don’t wear it with a jumper this is how I always style it, it’s casual, comfy and cute. Again, i just either wear my black converse or doc marten’s depending on where I am going.

Style 3 – The Newest Fashion

What way is the trendiest right now? well there is A LOT. From wearing them with a bra top & flannel, all black outfit, a leather jacket, cropped jumpers, baby tees, cropped jackets, trench coats AND a puffer jacket (wow what a list). We are only going to look at a few just to narrow it down. However, to find some more inspiration on this trendy style just type it in to google and i’m sure you will have a long list or check out my Pinterest.

Leather Jacket – Hailey Bieber is one to be seen in these leggings and she styles then with a leather jacket? at first I wasn’t too sure but shes the perfect person for this outfit as seen by her outfit. The taupe-colored crop top and flared leggings made up the set. She went for a casual style by teaming a worn-out, boxy leather jacket with a neutral co-ord and softly accessorising.

Trench coats – This one is by far my favourite I’ve seen on a celebrity. For example Kendall Jenner I LOVE this, i don’t know why but there is just something about it that makes me want to wear it. Kendall Jenner wore a long trench coat, pointed yellow heels, and a chic pair of flared leggings paired with a white crop top and added a striking necklace and a black shoulder bag to carry her necessities to finish the ensemble.

SO…this is where we part ways. What are your thoughts on flared leggings, did you know the history about them, did you learn something new? And would/ have you tried these outfits.

What did you think? Let me know in the comments.

– Ellie ❤