Flared Leggings Are Back In A Big Way — These Are The Best Way To Rock The Trend

You might have your trusty yoga pants and black leggings in your closet, but how about flare leggings? The quirky wide-leg bottom is a 2023 fan-favorite style. Our favorite soft leggings have been revamped with a subtle or not-so-subtle flare bottom. We've seen it with the transition from baggy jeans to flare jeans, and now the 70s-via-Y2k look has returned for our workout wear. The updated look on the older trend is loved for elongating your legs, bringing a little bit of shape and curviness, and suiting a variety of occasions. 

So walk with a little kick in your step with flared leggings, and don't be surprised if they become your new go-to pair. You'll find they add just the right amount of flare (sorry) to every look, from hiking 'fits and even casual work ensembles. Find your new favorite bottoms ahead, and browse the best flared leggings there from reader-favorite brands like Lululemon and Free People. 

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Best Flared Leggings For Workouts

Fitted leggings can get a bit restricting during workouts. Flared leggings add some breathability and can be worked into your regular routine — whether it's pilates, yoga, or Zumba — with its airy style.


Shop Lululemon

Lululemon Groove Super-High-Rise Flared Pant Nulu, $, available at Lululemon

Shop Athleta

Athleta Elation Flare Pant, $, available at Athleta

Shop adidas

Adidas 11 Honoré 7/8 Flared Leggings, $, available at Adidas

Best Fashionable Flared Leggings

Who knew leggings could be stylish? While flare leggings already have a fashion appeal with their '70s-inspired look, we've found a few with that additional pizzazz. Discover ones with waist ties that you can cinch, front slit details, and trendy crossover waistbands.


Shop FP Movement At Free People

FP Movement Hot Shot Kick Flares, $, available at Free People

Shop Alo Yoga

Alo Yoga Airbrush High-Waist Cinch Flare Leggings, $, available at Alo Yoga

Shop TnAction At Aritzia

TnAction Crossover Flare Hi-Rise Legging, $, available at Aritzia

Shop OFFLINE At Aerie

OFFLINE by Aerie Real Me High Waisted Crossover Rib Super Flare Legging, $, available at Aerie

Shop H&M

H&M Flared Slit-Hem Leggings, $, available at H&M

Best Everyday Flared Leggings

There are those days when you wake up, scan your wardrobe, and take one glance at your jeans, and it's just not it. Before you immediately slide into your go-to black leggings, turn your gaze to a flared style. It still has that comfort and ease as your favorite go-to pair, but it brings more of a polished look.


Shop Torrid

Torrid Full Length Signature Waist Flare Pocket Legging, $, available at Torrid

Shop Wild Fable At Target

Wild Fable High-Waisted Flare Leggings, $, available at Target

Shop Uniqlo

Uniqlo AIRism Soft Flare Leggings, $, available at Uniqlo

Shop Madewell

Madewell MWL Flex Flare Leggings, $, available at Madewell

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