Here's How:
- Know Your Body Type:
The biggest key to making wide legs look flattering is choosing the right pair for your frame. If you are tall you can afford to go extra-wide with your flares, but if you're petite, a more modest leg will look the best. For pear-shaped gals, a flare that begins below the knee will balance out curvy hips.
- Balance the Silhouette:
To keep from looking overly slouchy, a slim-fitting blouse is an ideal counterpoint to wide legs. Look for a top in a lightweight fabric that skims the body, and definitely tuck it in your pants.
- Use Color to Your Benefit:
Just like how black dresses visually slim the body, dark washes do the same for wide leg pants. For the most figure-trimming effect you can always choose black, but chocolate brown or indigo colored fabrics do the trick, too.
- Add Lift with High Heels:
To avoid overwhelming your frame, try pairing flares with chunky high-heeled pumps or boots. The extra height will visually elongate your silhouette.
- Wear a Belt to Define the Waist:
Lastly, to make sure that your waistline doesn't get lost amid the folds of fabric, cinch a belt on the top of your pants to show off your middle.
- Hit the Town:
Now get out there and flaunt those flares, girls!


