Okay, so I kept seeing these flare jeans everywhere. You know, the ones that are tight up top and then go whoosh at the bottom. Honestly, wasn’t sure at first. Felt like something from way back when. But everyone’s wearing them, so I thought, alright, let’s give it a shot. Can’t knock it ’til you try it, right?
Getting Started: The Search
First step was actually finding a pair. Went to a couple of stores. Man, so many different types! Some were super wide, others just a little flare. Took me a while. I grabbed a few different styles, different washes too. Dark ones, lighter blue ones. Just wanted to see what felt right. Didn’t want anything too crazy looking, just a basic pair to test the waters.
Trying Them On: The Moment of Truth
Got them home. Pulled on the first pair. Wow, felt weird. Like, really weird after years of straight leg or skinny jeans. There’s just all this fabric flapping around your ankles. Stood in front of the mirror for a good few minutes. Turned this way, that way. They felt okay, I guess? Comfortable enough. The fit around the waist and thighs was pretty standard, it was just the bottom part that needed getting used to.
Figuring Out What Works
Next challenge: what shoes? Tried on my usual sneakers. Looked kinda… sloppy? The jeans just swallowed them. Not the look I was going for. Okay, plan B. Dug out some boots, the ones with a bit of a heel. Much better. Seemed like you need a bit of height to make the flare hang right. Then the top. Tried a few different shirts.
- Tucked in shirt: Looked alright, showed the waist.
- Looser sweater: Felt a bit swamped in fabric.
- Simple fitted t-shirt: Seemed like the safest bet to start.
Yeah, keeping the top simple seemed key. Let the jeans do the talking, you know?
Taking Them for a Spin
Decided to wear them out for real. Just a quick trip to the shops. Felt a little self-conscious walking around at first, wondering if I looked ridiculous. But honestly? Nobody really seemed to notice or care. They were actually pretty comfy for walking around. No tripping over the hems, which was a genuine concern I had!
Final Thoughts
So, the flare jeans experiment. It wasn’t bad! They’re definitely different. Took some figuring out with shoes and tops. Are they my new everyday go-to? Probably not. Still like my simpler straight-leg jeans for pure practicality. But for a change? Yeah, they’re kinda fun. Adds a different shape to things. I’ll probably keep this pair and wear them now and then when I feel like mixing it up. Didn’t totally hate it, which is a win in my book.
