Flared!

February 18, 2011





{Flare Jeans ~ {"Yacht Trouser" via Torrid} / Ivory T-Shirt ~ NY & Company / Printed Cardigan ~ Ann Taylor / Suede Booties ~ Steve Madden / Leather Handbag ~ Rachel Zoe / Beaded Crystal Bracelets ~ Tai}

I knew I wanted these flare jeans the minute I saw them on Torrid's website.  And not only because flare jeans are all the rage right now.  I knew I would love the fit and length.  They are perfect! And like all the other jeans I get from Torrid, the amount of stretch is just right.  Not too spandex'y or stiff.

Speaking of jeans, my jeans are fitting a bit differently these days.  Since attending 1-hour Zumba classes twice a week for the past month or so, and cutting back on {far too much} sugar/junk {well we all have, really - hubby has been a health-nut lately}, I managed to lose a few pounds.  And I feel amazingly energized and healthy. :)

I normally wear a 16 and these are a 14.

Although I have always embraced my body at any size, weight, shape, etc., this reduction in pants size is a welcomed change.  I am NOT, however, welcoming the idea of having to buy new clothes.  Nope, not after cleaning / organizing my closet and making the unofficial decision to STOP shopping for a while.  Womp.

Oh and one more thing about these jeans, I just LOVE how they cover my entire shoe.


Have you or will you be trying flare jeans?


xoxo, thanks for reading and have a fantastic weekend! :)

29 comments

  1. I love everything about this look. Squash that, I love everything about your blog. It's my new weekly read :D

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  2. Amazing outfit! Those flares are hot chica!!!!

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  3. The length of those jeans, in my opinion, is perfection! I've probably grown to love that style since I'm short and pants are almost always too long, but I just love the look. And I have ALWAYS preferred a flared/wide-leg jean and pair of slacks. They just have a way of equalizing proportions.

    Props to the new pants size! And my gawd! What a difference some sunshine makes, eh? ;)

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  4. Congrats on the weight loss. I feel you on buying new clothes. It's a blessing a curse. But, you can always belt dresses that get a lil too big and tailor other items that you absolutely love and can't bare to part with.
    I love the flares. I just ordered a couple colored pair today online.

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  5. Funny, as soon as I looked at the first photo I thought "Is it me, or does she look smaller?" lol congratulations on losing a pants size!
    (And thank you for giving me inspiration to wear my cropped cardigan)

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  6. Yep, I plan on buying a pair of flare legged jeans...probably from the Gap though. Still loving your blog.

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  7. Lexy, I love the bangs, they're beautiful on you!

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  8. I love the flares on you! I prefer wide-legged on me. They make me feel so tall! At 5'1, I LOVE to feel tall!

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  9. Once again, you look fab! I've purchased two pairs of flares and have two pairs remaining from the last time they were the rage. As Spring approaches, I'll be wearing them. I love what they do for my silhouette.
    BTW, LOVE your bangs!

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  10. I just LOVE those jeans, and your bangs and your BLOG ! You're gorgeous !! :)

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  11. I'm not a huge fan of flared jeans, I know they are supposed to be flattering for us cruvy girls ;) but I always think they look horrible on me, BUT!! OMG, I love them on you! you look awesome girl, and you're really starting to change my mind about flared jeans now....

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  12. i love the cardigan.. such a great print! i recently bought a new pair of flared jeans (light in color to embrace the 70s trend). i have a darker trouser pair already in my jean arsenal that i wear to work. i do like them but i think i love my skinnies more! the jeans look fab on you though :)

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  13. Ok, lovin your blog!!!
    It's so adorable and just all around cute!
    You're gorgeous and your clothes are so great!
    :)

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  14. Lexy, you are looking amazing!! I absolutely love this outfit, and it fits you perfectly. Congrats on the weight loss, I'm so proud of you. Go, girl!!! ;)

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  15. Your booties are very hot! (Okay somehow that sentence came out wrong..) I never really like printed cardis but these are very nice on you and I'm reconsidering my tainted opinion on them!

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  16. SO FAB! LOVE the flared jeans and that cardigan is great!

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  17. I just love this outfit. I don't know if I can pull off flare jeans since I am so short, but you look great!

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  18. Very CUTE outfit! You're adorable!

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  19. you look so great! I love your wide leg jeans!! gorgeous! :D

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  20. I love flare jeans on everyone, except me. Ha ha. Having said that - I reserve the right to change my mind if I find a pair that knocks me out! Congrats on the weight loss!

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  21. Hi love the look..You look lovely and love the hair.I thought about buying those Zumba DVD's.

    Good day!!!

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  22. I agree with so many of the above comments, bottom line is the trouser are the right length and fit and you look fab!!!

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  23. NOW this outfit is scream at me! I love it.......And it is a different take on black & white. I love the crop cardigan with a layered top underneath....and those flared pants make it work! I am going to check out Torrid and work it out for myself. Thanks for sharing!
    S Nicole - the lush expert
    www.thelushepisodes.com

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  24. I'm officially back in action and I will be getting those yacht trousers tomorrow!

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  25. Hi, I love your blog. I adore the way that you exude such confidence in your pics. For the past couple of years i've struggled with my weight and I love how you look fly and embrace your curves.
    As for the flares, I love flares and wide legs! I actually never put them away!

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  26. Love it Lexy! I'm def gonna try more flare cut jeans. I'm such a stickler for the skinny jean. Here's to opening my mind to familiar silhouettes!

    www.rhapso-DY.com

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  27. I love this look:) The cardigan rocks, the jeans amd the shoes! Oh wee I am gonna be a thrifting fool trying to recreate some of these items:) I am on a "tight" budget right now!

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