I don't know about you, but my algorithm is on a mission to bring back skinny jeans. I'm not necessarily against the return of skinnies—in fact, it's led me to appreciate just how chic they can look with the right styling—but I am growing a little tired of the endless endorsement.
Craving something a little different, I was thrilled to spot some of my favourite celebrities reaching for an alternative and very retro denim silhouette. Feeling the same skinny jeans fatigue, I spotted model Bella Hadid and actor Sydney Sweeney wear '70s-inspired flared jeans this week.
The distinct shape, which skims the thighs before flaring out at the calf, became popular in the 1970s as the boho trend took root. So heavily associated with the platform boots and tie-dye patterns that came up at the same time, these jeans have never quite shaken their throwback associations.
In 2025, however, we're taking a fresher approach to flared jeans styling. Take Hadid's chic outfit: nodding to the trend's '70s routes, Hadid wore her flared jeans with a coin necklaces and square-toe boots—both of which enjoyed popularity across the stylish decade. Bringing a modern twist to her outfit, Hadid skipped the skin-tight leather jacket that was popular at the time and wore a relaxed style instead.
Taking a similar approach to her flared jeans look, Sweeny paired her jeans with a black leather jacket in a more fitted cut and completed her outfit with patent leather boots.
While most of us haven't worn this jeans style in years (straight-leg pairs really did take over, didn't they), French women wouldn't dream overlooking them. A staple in many a Parisian wardrobes, these jeans are often styled with classic t-shirts and chic knits that populate a French woman's wardrobe. In my years spent analysing French style, the discerning appreciation they have for '70s fashion is clear, so it's no surprise that this particular jeans shape has never really went away across the channel.
It's not just this stylish group that has cottoned on to the growing trend. Up and down the high street, and across designer brands, I've spotted more and more flares enter the market. Available in a range of shades—I have my eye on Paige's deep blue style—this trend is set to ripple out this season.
Read on to find out edit of the best flared jeans below.
SHOP FLARE JEANS
This comes in UK sizes 4—30.
Style with a simple black knit or pair with a boho blouse.
I always come back to Mother Denim for their chic range of options.
These also come in a deep indigo blue.
Flared jeans are a wardrobe staple that will never go out of style.
These come in extra short, short, regular and long lengths—so you can easily find your perfect fit.
This dark shade of blue is so easy to slip into a capsule wardrobe.
Style with a tall heel to really elongate your legs.
These also come in white, black and a lighter shade of blue.
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