We never thought we'd see so many stylish women abandoning their skinny jeans, but in place of slim legs, editors and insiders are embracing the wide-leg [1], the bell-bottom, and the kick-flare, a sure sign that it's time to pull yours out of hiding — or invest in a new pair right here. If you're a skinny-leg loyalist, let me explain: bells help elongate your stems, especially with higher waists and platforms, so you'll look extralean. Still need convincing? Scroll through to step into the trend, starting at just $15.
Products: Elizabeth and James top, SCHOEN by YU bottom, Valentino shoes, Celine sunglasses
Madewell Flea Market Flares: Button-Front Edition [2] ($135)
Express Dark Blue Faded Mid Rise Wide Leg Flare Jean [3] ($70)
Frame Denim 'Le High Flare' Jeans [4] ($209)
Sonia Rykiel High-Rise Flared Jeans [5] ($670)
Citizens of Humanity Flared Jeans [6] ($228)
Gap 1969 Resolution Vintage Destructed Skinny Flare Jean [7] ($80)
H&M Flare High Jeans [8] ($30)
Hudson Mia Flare Jeans [9] ($229)
Forever 21Plus Size Frayed Flare Jeans [10] ($15)
Asos Bell Flare Jeans In Clean Black With Thigh Rips [11] ($69)
LOFT Flare Jeans in Dark Wash [12] ($80)
J Brand High-Rise Flare Jeans [13] ($238)
Free People 'Gummy' Mid Rise Flare Jean [14] ($78)
7 For All Mankind 'Ginger' Flare Jeans [15] ($189)
Mango Flared Taylor Jeans [16] ($80)
Zara High-Waist Bootcut Jeans [17] ($70)
Rag & Bone Bell High-Rise Flared Jeans [18] ($225)
Blank NYC 'Hotel' Flare Jeans [19] ($98)
MiH Jeans The Principle Super Flare [20] ($255)
7 For All Mankind 'Ginger' Flare Jeans [21] ($189)
Blank Pull On Flare Jeans [22] ($88)