Women’s Flared Trousers

For a cool silhouette and instant impact, add some women’s flared trousers to your weekly rotation. Known for a leg-lengthening silhouette and retro-inspired feel, flares are having a modern moment – reinvented in flattering cuts, luxe fabrics and standout finishes. Denim fans can explore our edit of women’s flared jeans to tap into Seventies cool with a contemporary twist.

In our assortment of our ladies’ flared trousers, shop sleek, structured styles from brands like Girlfriend Collective and our own Autograph edit, alongside relaxed options from M&S Collection. If you’re creating a smart office look, tailored pairs in crepe or twill fabrics go beautifully with sharp women’s tops from our women’s workwear selection. You can also cinch your waist using one of our women’s belts. Heading out for the evening? Make a statement in bold printed styles or buttery-soft faux leather pairs that offer something a little more daring.

Comfort is key to trousers, too – look out for jersey and ponte women’s flared trousers with elasticated waistbands, or try our women’s flared leggings for an athleisure twist. Styles with moisture-wicking finishes from our women’s flared sportswear edit are just the thing for low-impact workouts like yoga or pilates.

Prefer something breezy for warmer days? Our women’s linen trousers and soft women’s high-waisted trousers provide a perfect relaxed-yet-polished fit. If you’re here for a more classic shape, don’t miss our women’s straight-leg trousers. Round off your outfit with sharp women’s coats and jackets, chic women’s shoes and layered women’s jewellery for a complete look.

Women's Flared Trousers FAQs

What shoes can you wear with flared trousers?

When it comes to your choice of footwear, women’s flared trousers offer you lots of options. Which you go for will depend on the occasion and the season, but everything from strappy sandals to chunky boots is on the table. If you want to wear ballet pumps or flat mules, opt for flares with slightly shorter hems to avoid your shoes being swamped. Full-length flared trousers work with pointed high heels, platform wedges or low-top trainers.

What’s the difference between flared and wide-leg trousers?

These are two distinct trouser shapes. Women’s flared trousers are cut close to the body through the waist, hips and thighs, widening out from the knee to the ankle. The flare can be relatively subtle or exaggerated. Wide-leg trousers are relaxed at the hips and ease out through the whole length of the leg, ending in a wide ankle opening. This comfortable style is often high-waisted to ensure a balanced silhouette.

Are bell bottoms and flares the same?

In some regards, these two styles are similar and could easily be mistaken for one another. The difference is mainly one of exaggeration. Bell bottoms and flares share the same fit through the waist, hips and thighs, but at the knees, bell bottoms get more dramatic. The degree of flare between the knee and ankle is more extreme, resulting in the characteristic bell shape. While flattering flares remain firmly on-trend today, bell bottoms are less popular.