Way back in 2002, I loved me some flares. I was 16, had just started college and Avril Lavigne was my style icon. My outfit of choice was a pair of gigantic, baggy skater jeans paired with a pink Paul Frank t-shirt, striped sweatbands on each wrist and a pair of DMs on my feet. Sure, here in 2013 that outfit sounds god-awful, but honestly - back in 2002, I looked pretty fly.
Alas, the skinny jean soon took its rightly place as my denim choice du jour, and flares were banished to the back of my wardrobe and later given away to charity, never to be worn again.
Hudson Signature Bootcut jeans c/o Jeanography | Cos jumper | Antoni + Alison coat via TK Maxx | Topshop hat | M&S boots | Topshop long necklace | NW3 wishbone necklace | Topshop ring
As part of my 'Jeans of the Week' project with Jeanography, I was sent these Hudson bootcuts... which I'm renaming flares for the purpose of this post. When I first pulled them from the box, I was stumped. Flares? In 2013? Really?! But after trying them on (sooooo much more comfortable than skinnies) and prancing about a bit, I had an outfit in mind.
I went for a vintage 60s vibe, pairing my wide-bottoms (that's the jeans, not my figure thank you) with a simple wool crew neck, a Studio 54 faux fur coat, a felt fedora and some layered gold chains. Trés Diane Keaton, I think you'll agree.
I really love this look - it's something a little different without straying too far from my comfort zone, and it feels good.
How would you style a pair of flares? 60s vintage? 70s disco? Or full on 90s urban? Let me know, please.
I love this look! The pants really suit you :) xx
ReplyDeleteLove this outfit! I love the black pants and the hat is awesome!
ReplyDeleteCarlee
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Great styling, I love it. Your 2002 style sounds quite similar to mine, I used to love that Paul Frank monkey! xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Not to derail, but what is your lipstick? It looks amazing on you.
ReplyDeleteIt's Sartorial by Topshop! :)
Deletethese look amazing on you, you suit them! I definitely had an Avril stage too haha x
ReplyDeleteI am in love with that coat! I would probably style my flares in pretty much the same way as you have, its a great outfit. Your tales of your style circa 2002 made me giggle.
ReplyDeleteJanine xx
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I haven't worn flares in years! We all had them at school, the bigger the better. Man, I kinda miss flares now. So awesome. Apart from when it rained and you got soaked like up to your knees. Ha.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great look, not that early noughties look at all.
You look lovely Jen, really classy! I haven't worn flares since I was about 13, I used to wear the really wide ones that used to get all torn at the bottom and would get soaked in the rain! xx
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I looove this outfit on you! Everything just works perfectly together - excellent styling!
ReplyDeleteWow you're definitely working the flared jean look - I never thought I'd see flares looking so wearable and chic but you've certainly pulled it off.
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I could have been in your Avril Lavigne gang- I was rocking a similar look back in the day. I LOVE this take on it though! This outfit is amazing x
ReplyDeleteWild 60's vintage. Now I regret haveing thrown out my wild striped bell-bottoms from the late 60's years ago! I knew I'd never fit back into them again but by now they'd probably be wanted in vintage shoppes. I think your 60s Flares look great. Where you were standing for those photos looks really icy. it's icy here too. Be careful out there!
ReplyDeleteI'd go with wedges and a fitted top (most likely Breton), big bag and cuff bracket.
ReplyDeleteYou look fab, love this look!
Love, love love it.
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge flares fan, and recently picked up a pair from ASOS. They are so flattering.
Your 2002 look sounds scarily similar to mine. Although I think I topped my outfit off with some questionable hair streaks. Yikes.
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You look amazing, my 2002 was patchwork jeans (WHY GOD WHY?!) and some questionable vest tops! I have some flared jeans and I always go full on 70s, Farrah flicks and all, haha!
ReplyDeleteMaria xxx
I'm a massive fan of flared jeans, slightly more forgiving!
ReplyDeleteHelen xx
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This look is lovely! I love a pair of flared jeans. I like 60's style, I'd wear them a floaty shirt I think!
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This looks great - I was actually thinking the other day about when bootcut jeans would come back in... I have to admit, I'm a slow adopter to anything, usually end up missing most trends completely!
ReplyDeleteFlares are love. I just bought a pair of skinny flare jeans in the DP sale the other week, I may have to take some styling tips from you.
ReplyDeleteYey - blood can finally flow round my legs again! You styled them perfectly!
ReplyDeleteI adore that jacket! And those jeans look super cute on you. I want a pair now! :)
ReplyDeleteLoving your coat. It looks so warm and it's amazing!!
ReplyDeleteWinter walks are always a good idea..
I love flares, 80% of my jeans collection are flares! I tend to wear them with a shirt tucked in and a blazer, I think they are really flattering :) You look awesome and particularly snug in that coat Love it!
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My favourite pair of jeans are slightly flared - they're so flattering on my top-heavy shape! Yours are lovely and they make your legs looks o long :)
ReplyDeleteI keep wanting to try flares but always feel like blue denim is far too retro for me. These darker ones are lovely, and I really like how you've paired it with a grey top. Definitely something I'd feel more comfortable in!
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