12 Best Ways to Wear Flare Jeans and Bell Bottom Pants

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Many of the Spring/Summer runway shows gave a nod to the colorful and eclectic ’70s.

We saw a lot of classic ’70s trends making a comeback such as chic button-front A-line skirts, suede clothing, fringed bags, collared cropped jackets, and, our favorite, flare pants, which are also called bell bottoms.

The easiest way to stay on point this season is to add these decade-inspired pieces to your wardrobe. Start with a pair of classic flare jeans and look up to these celebrities for some styling inspiration!

1. Olivia Palermo in Wide-Legged Jeans

The 29-year-old socialite was spotted on multiple occasions during Fashion Week sporting the flared pants look.

Olivia Palermo in wide-legged jeans, a vest, and a sequined sweaterOlivia Palermo in wide-legged jeans, a vest, and a sequined sweater

Here’s one of her remarkable ensembles – a pair of wide-legged jeans that she teamed up with a vest and a sequined sweater.

Olivia Palermo attends the Christian Dior show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2015/2016 on March 6, 2015, in Paris, FranceOlivia Palermo attends the Christian Dior show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2015/2016 on March 6, 2015, in Paris, France

2. Victoria Beckham in Flared Jeans

The designer and former ‘Spice Girls’ member is also a fan of flared jeans.

On this occasion, she styled her jeans with a basic t-shirt. Despite the low-key elements, it is a look that can easily make a statement.

Victoria Beckham does some shopping in flared jeans at EresVictoria Beckham does some shopping in flared jeans at Eres before stopping at Hotel Costes in Paris on April 20, 2013

3. Rachel Zoe in Flared Denim

The reality star and mom of two gave her pair a more upscale vibe by teaming them up with a loose shirt and layering with a boxy double-breasted coat.

Rachel Zoe taking her sons Skyler and Kaius out for frozen yogurtRachel Zoe took her sons Skyler and Kaius out for frozen yogurt in Beverly Hills on November 5, 2014

4. Poppy Delevingne in Luxe Fur Coat

Cara Delevingne’s sister was all about opulence when she showed up wearing a pair with a luxe fur coat during Fashion Week.

Poppy Delevingne attends the Miu Miu show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2015/2016 on March 11, 2015, in Paris, FrancePoppy Delevingne attends the Miu Miu show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2015/2016 on March 11, 2015, in Paris, France

5. Jessica Alba in Flared Pants

It’s double denim for the actress and entrepreneur. To give more life to the look, she chose a bright-colored top and a matching pair of shoes.

Jessica Alba goes out for coffee wearing flared jeans in New York on September 9, 2013Jessica Alba goes out for coffee wearing flared jeans in New York on September 9, 2013

6. Heidi Klum in Flare Pants

Classic button-down shirts can never go wrong with your pair of flare pants. Just take it from the veteran model.

Heidi Klum arrives at Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport in California on August 15, 2014Heidi Klum arrives at Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport in California on August 15, 2014

7. Ashley Tisdale in Suede Flare Pants

The 29-year-old actress and singer wore a pair of suede flare pants with a jacket and a lace top.

Ashley Tisdale exits the Byron & Tracey salon in Beverly Hills after having her hair styledAshley Tisdale exits the Byron & Tracey salon in Beverly Hills after having her hair styled in California on August 11, 2011

8. Karlie Kloss in Cropped Pullover

The model showed off her mile-long legs in her jeans. She styled them with a cropped pullover and a shoulder bag.

Karlie Kloss is seen during Spring 2014 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York CityKarlie Kloss is seen during Spring 2014 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City on September 10, 2013

9. Claudia Schiffer in Flare Jeans

The former model is also a huge fan of flare jeans. She often wears them for her mommy duties. This sweater and collared shirt combo works!

Claudia Schiffer in flare jeans after dropping her children at schoolClaudia Schiffer in flare jeans after dropping her children at school in London on March 11, 2010

10. Alexa Chung in Leopard-Printed Coat

The style icon and MTV presenter made a statement by wearing her jeans with a leopard-printed coat and a ribbon tied around her neck.

Alexa Chung wearing AG Jeans x Alexa Chung 'The Revolution' jeansAlexa Chung wearing AG Jeans x Alexa Chung ‘The Revolution’ jeans while arriving at Somerset House in London on February 20, 2015

11. Felicity Jones in Delicate Knit Pattern Sweater

The English actress styled a very pretty Joie jumper with an elegant white full-length coat, snakeskin heels, and cut-off high-waist flare jeans. Don’t you think Felicity Jones oozed sophistication in this low-key ensemble?

Felicity Jones arriving at Radio 2 in London wearing cut-off high-waist flare jeans on February 13, 2019Felicity Jones arriving at Radio 2 in London wearing cut-off high-waist flare jeans on February 13, 2019

12. Samira Mighty in Checked Jacket and Beret

Samira Mighty, best known from the British reality show Love Island, paired her flare jeans with a stylish checked jacket, strappy platform sandals, and a beret.

Samira Mighty arriving in flare jeans at Kiss radio for Love Island reunion in London on December 17, 2018Samira Mighty arriving in flare jeans at Kiss radio for Love Island reunion in London on December 17, 2018

These outfits just prove that there are many ways to style flared jeans. Make sure you saturate your closet with these pieces from Shopbop:

1. FRAME Forever Karlie Flare Jeans, $239.00

Shapely FRAME Denim jeans, rendered with a flared profile

2. Hudson Taylor High Waist Flare Jeans, $209.00

Hudson Taylor High Waist Flare Jeans

3. J Brand The Doll High Waist Bell Bottom Jeans, $198.00

J Brand The Doll High Waist Bell Bottom Jeans

4. MiH Marrakesh High Rise Flare Jeans, $218.00

MiH Marrakesh High Rise Flare Jeans

5. DL1961 Joy Kick Flare Jeans, $178.00

DL1961 Joy Kick Flare Jeans

6. Citizens of Humanity Fleetwood High Rise Flare Jeans, $288.00

Citizens of Humanity Fleetwood High Rise Flare Jeans

7. McGuire Denim Exposed Zip Voyage Trousers, $220.00

McGuire Denim Exposed Zip Voyage Trousers

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