5 ways to wear cropped flares this winter

The cropped, flared jean is a classic piece of denim that a lot of us probably have in our closets. But with most of the attention on low-rise, floor-length jeans these days – the spotlight has been taken away from this classic cut – maybe leaving you without inspiration.  But don’t worry, if you’re not sure how to style cropped flare jeans these days, here are 5 tips that can help get out of your style rut.

Never underestimated the power of a statement sweater. With cropped pants it’s key to understand proportions – so go with a either a more cropped cut or a longer length that hits below the widest part of your hips. If your sweater falls somewhere in between – just give it a tuck to give your waist some definition.

As far as sweaters go – wear what speaks to your personal style! Our reccomendations? A half-zip sweater, a chunky turtleneck sweater, or a casual, crewneck sweater with a white t-shirt underneath.

Cropped jeans in winter can be tricky. Not sure what coat to wear with cropped flares?  Go for an unexpected color like white – or an unexpected silhouette like an oversized menswear coat.  Because of the cropped length of the jeans it’s important to also think about the length of the coat. A good option is an extra-long cut that hits somewhere below the knee and about your ankle. Avoid a length that hits directly at your hip bone, as this can make your legs appear shorter than they actually are.

Wondering how to wear your cropped flare jeans with boots? While wearing a slim pair of sandals or wedges with some lift are perfect for summer – when styling your cropped jeans in winter it’s important to keep your ankles warm! Our favorite choice? A pair of mid-calf boots! There are so many options – combat, cowboy, kitten-heel, or plateau. While we love our ankle boots- they can cut you off and make your legs look shorter. However, with mid-calf boots, the hem of your jeans will extend over the top of the boot- creating the illusion of one long line starting from your waist.

Still looking for style inspiration? Why not try a cute, fitted cropped cardigan? If oversized silhouettes are not your thing – this could be your style answer. Wear it completely buttoned up, with a tanktop underneath, or a little bit undone for a more sultry look.

If long coats aren’t your thing you can always opt for a cropped version. Wearing a cropped jacket with high-waisted pants will make your legs look a mile long!  Now you just have to pick a style – a sporty puffer, a cool military jacket, or maybe faux fur one?