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Shoes to Wear with Flare Jeans & Wide-Leg Pants

Apr 28, 2023

We’ll never get over our love for skinny jeans or slim-fitting denim, but wider-leg pants are back in a big way, a resurgence that seems to pick up steam every few years. And we’re here for it. Whether you call them flare jeans, wide-leg pants or bell bottoms, these easy-to-wear pants are ideal for people of all sizes, genders, body types and ages. So if you’re looking for shoes to wear with flare jeans, well, we have plenty of options to keep those feet as fresh as your fit.

Working 9 to 5

Need work-chic options for the office? The North Face delivers comfy, moisture-wicking pants that’ll help you keep your cool during marathon conference calls and long meetings. Complete the look with a crisp, white button-down or cropped tee with a blazer and small hoop earrings. What shoes should you wear with wide-leg pants for work? A classic Air Force 1 ’07 LE shoe will balance out the fit of the pants.

What a Girl Wants

Miz Aguilera was belting out hits at the turn of the millenia, and she’s still around for the reinvention of Y2K and early 2000s fashion! Lucky for you, this modern-meets-throwback style comes complete with velour pants that offer cozy vibes and peak style. Try these brown Nike wide-leg pants paired with a colorful graphic tee. Match the tones on your shirt to a pair of Air Jordan 1 Retros, or play it neutral with these Jordan 1 Mid shoes in a Sanddrift colorway.

Real OG Status

Wondering how to wear flare jeans and the shoes to wear with them? The Smoke Rise men’s stacked, flared denim gives you a relaxed fit at the ankle and peak streetwear style. Add a shell-toe sneaker like the adidas Superstar, along with an adidas x IVY PARK hoodie and a snapback hat repping your favorite team. And check out our tips to care for your denim.

Everybody Gotta Shine

Show off your shimmer and shine, whether you’re running the track, lifting weights or hanging out with friends. Icy purple Nike Air track pants are the move, paired with spring-ready pastel Under Armour sports bra and a brown satin jacket. What shoes are best with these wide-leg pants? For light activity, embrace the supreme comfort of the New Balance 9060; for lounging or leisure purposes, play it straight with a classic Chuck Taylor All Star.

Look to Hibbett | City Gear to embrace breeze styles and relaxed fits. We’ve got a range of sizes, materials and colors so everyone can embrace the look of tops and shoes with flare jeans or wide-leg pants.

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Before you start adding sneakers to your cart check out our YouTube Short for a quick look at styling options or watch the full video here!

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