The key is to treat them as you would any other pair of trousers. An oversized blazer and chunky trainers will make them feel city-ready, while a leather jacket or crisp white shirt can take them firmly out of activewear territory. Even better, they work throughout the seasons, with everything from cropped T-shirts and flip flops in summer to trench coats and loafers once the temperature drops.
For the woman with Pilates at nine and brunch at ten, consider flared leggings your new wardrobe multitasker.
Here are six different answers on how to style flared leggings for every occasion.
With a matching co-ord
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This is an airport fit if I ever saw one. Pair your favourite flared leggings with a matching top for a fail-safe long-haul flight formula guaranteed to keep you comfortable at 30,000ft. Add an oversized knit or zip-up hoodie for chilly cabins, then finish with a roomy tote and trainers you can slip on and off easily. Stripes have been dubbed the most coveted print of the summer, so opt for a statement co-ord and you’ll easily be able head straight from arrivals to lunch without needing an outfit change.