Flared Jeans
Some cuts disappear for twenty years and then come back as if they never left. Flares are one of them. At JACK & JONES, we have been watching their return with a certain amount of satisfaction for a few seasons now – because few other jeans fits change a silhouette so clearly with so little effort.
In our selection of flared jeans, you will find high-waisted styles with a button fly and a leg that widens noticeably from the knee down. All in blue, in different washes and made from sturdy cotton denim. Sounds like a limited choice? It is not – the differences are in the details, and that is exactly what this page is about. Alongside our popular blue shades, our flared jeans also come in on-trend colours such as black, grey, brown and more.
What does flared actually mean in jeans?
Flared means the leg opens out. The fit sits close around the hips and thighs, stays narrow to the knee and widens from there towards the hem. That extra width at the bottom is the whole idea. It is what makes flared jeans visually lengthen the leg and why the fit has kept returning since the seventies.
At the opposite end of the denim spectrum, baggy jeans are wide all the way down. Flared jeans are only wide at the bottom.
Flared jeans or bootcut – the difference in two sentences
Both fits get wider towards the hem. With bootcut jeans, the change is subtle – just enough room for a boot underneath. With flared jeans, the widening is much more pronounced and often starts slightly above the knee.
If you want the effect without making it the focus, choose bootcut. If you want the cut to be seen, choose flared. The choice really is that simple.
High waist: the underrated part of the fit
Our flared styles sit high on the waist, and that is no accident. A high rise moves the visual transition between upper and lower body upwards. The legs appear to start higher, the silhouette looks longer, and the wider hem gets the proportion it needs.
By contrast, flared jeans with a low rise can quickly look undecided. It is the combination of a high waist and a flare that makes the fit work.
Who flared jeans work for
Short answer: almost everyone. The fit visually balances stronger thighs because the wider lower leg evens out the proportions. On slimmer legs, it adds volume where there otherwise is less. And if you already have long legs, the flare creates a silhouette that looks intentional rather than accidental.
The key factor is less about body shape and more about length. More on that next.
The right hem length
Here is the practical part: flared jeans should finish just above the floor. They should not rest on the shoe or stop at the ankle – when you stand, the hem should hover just above the ground.
Too short, and the flare looks cut off. Too long, and the hem will fray within a few weeks. Our styles come in different inside-leg lengths; our size guide helps you find the right combination of width and length in two minutes.
How to style flared jeans: calm on top, drama below
The most important rule when styling flared jeans is about proportion. There is already plenty happening below, so the top can stay simple. A slim T-shirt tucked into the waist is one of the most reliable combinations. A slim shirt worn half tucked works just as well.
In autumn, add a fine jumper, preferably with a closer fit. What is better avoided: a wide top with wide trousers. The shape gets lost, and the jeans cannot show what the cut is meant to do.
Which shoes work with flared jeans?
Anything with a little height. A flat sole disappears under the hem and can make the jeans look too long. Trainers with a substantial sole work well; heeled boots work even better.
A practical tip when choosing your size: when buying flared jeans, think about the heel height of the shoes you wear most when selecting the right inside-leg length. With no other jeans cut does your choice of shoes influence the overall look quite as much.
Are flared jeans still in style?
Yes – and more consistently than many expected. After years when slim fits dominated everything, width and volume are back in denim wardrobes. Flares are the most refined version of that shift because they keep their structure instead of simply being wide.
Dark, clean washes look the most grown-up. Lighter blues push the look further towards retro – also a good choice, just a more noticeable one.
How to keep your flared jeans in shape
Wash flared jeans inside out, cold, with a mild detergent. Do not tumble dry – the heat can shrink the lower part of the leg, exactly where you want to keep the width. Hang them to dry, and if you iron them, do it inside out at a medium temperature.
And do not forget to explore our denim selection
If you like the flare, take a look at our full jeans collection – or add the right denim jacket to complete the look on top. We are confident there is something here for you.
