Flared jeans worn with these stylish shoes are a must for December 2025
Flared jeans don't just evoke the seventies; they make one hell of a fashion statement. A good pair of flared jeans will elongate your silhouette, sharpen your overall look and let everyone in the room know that you have arrived.Whether you're going for a seventies – or even a ’90s – vibe, flared jeans are endlessly versatile. And they're ideal for December 2025; I like to think they give our Twixmax styling some much-needed structure without compromising on fun or experimentation.Flared jeans really come into their own when paired with a stylish set of shoes, whether layered over some pointy slingbacks at a pre-NYE drinks in town or balanced out by some squeaky clean trainers as you charge around the January sales. Here, we've picked out six elegant combinations for an easy, effective look.Read MoreThe iconic jean style is perfect for winter layeringStraight brown ankle boots with clean denimThis practical combination of blue denim flares with ankle boots is understated but spectacular –the kind of thing Meghan Markle might wear to Waitrose if she got the opportunity. The low heel gently elevates your stature, giving the flares space to sway without causing a scene. But if it's a scene you're after, pair with a long coat, a baguette bag and dark glasses with geometric lines.Beige sneakers with softened denimFor those who still can't get enough of quiet luxury, beige suede trainers paired with washed flared trainers will have you being recruited by the Olsen sisters in no time at all. Pair with a cashmere sweater – we love this one currently on sale at All Saints – in shades of off-white or brown, and a tote in structured leather.Read MoreFlared jeans are trending, and they're a key garment in our closets this season.Sharp mules with dark denimThis combination is a personal favourite – not to mention one I see worn around the Condé Nast office on a regular basis. If you ask me, mules were made with flared jeans in mind; the slight heel and pointed toe work together to create the illusion of effortlessness.Burgundy loafers with dark denimLoafers are an officewear staple, but they're not usually paired with flares, until now. Don't be afraid of this retro recommendation; it's all down to proportions. The flares should partially cover the shoes, leaving only a glimpse of that varnished leather. Bonus points for comfort.Black tall boots with black denimThought knee-highs didn't ‘go’ with flares? It's time to tear up the fashion playbook. Wrong shoe theory aside, black tall boots and denim flares actually make a lot of sense; what happens when you pair one big fashion statement with another? You get one BIG fashion statement. And in this particular combination, the dark colour palette is enough to sustain the look without feeling like you've gone too far.Leopard-print pointed slingbacks with washed denimOh, I do love a pointed shoe. They bring precision to every look, especially when it comes to flared jeans. I like to think of these slingbacks as an extension of the ‘flow’ of the jeans, rather than an interruption. Does that make sense? Add a white shirt and some geometric earrings, and you're onto a winner.A version of this article was first published on Glamour Mexico.
