The 12 Best Flare Leggings, According to Editors and Reviewers

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Yoga pants, flared leggings, workout pants: Whatever you call them, stretchy bell-bottoms are back. For lounging or low-key workouts, the best flare leggings are just the thing to ease you into relaxed fall dressing. While you may still attribute the style — fitted through the leg, but tenting out mid calf to hang loosely around the ankle — with the mid-aughts, the style is back with Gen Z's approval (thanks in large part to social media).

Take a quick scroll through TikTok, and you'll find millions of videos peppering you with reviews and styling tips for your favorite Spandex pants. "[Our] interest in yoga pants increased during the pandemic’s great athleisure boom," explains Salina Mahoney, a FP Movement stylist. "Now, it’s cool to have so many specialized, unique options and ways to wear [them]." Tried and true yoga pants labels like Lululemon, Nike, and FP Movement remain among our favorite picks, but emerging labels like Live The Process and celeb-loved brands like Alo are also on our radar.

Whichever pair you try, Mahoney suggests '00s nostalgia styling with a throwback shoe like a pair of UGG boots or ballet flats. If you're looking for a more modern way to wear them, channel celebs like Hailey Bieber and Kaia Gerber and style with sporty sneakers, a leather jacket, and your favorite sunglasses. A matching sports bra or a vintage band tee adds that calculated effortlessness. Now, just make sure you have a friend ready to stage your own Starbucks-in-hand paparazzi shoot and you'll be well on your way to stylish stardom.

Shop the best flare leggings, recommended based on editor testing and shopper reviews, below.

Luna Flare

The girls who get it get it. And the girls who don't will soon, once Live the Process enters their wardrobes. They're a fashion editor favorite for knitwear that's equal parts lounge and workout gear—and of their many pieces, understated flare leggings are a staple for LTP fans old and new.

Material: 90% Supplex, 10% Lycra

Sizes: XS–XL

Color: Black, chili, lapis, and more

Split Bootcut Legging in Melt

Harper's Bazaar fashion commerce editor Haile LeSavage wears these flare leggings more than any others, whether it's to workout classes, the airport, or walks around her neighborhood. "The quality of the fabric is unbeatable: It's completely opaque and has remained extra-soft despite wearing them constantly," she said

Material: 81% Nylon, 19% Spandex

Color: Navy, black, caramel, and more

What reviewers are saying: "Undoubtedly the softest legging on the planet I wasn’t sure when I opened them."

Elation Flare Pant

The wisdom of the crowd says Athleta's Elation flared leggings are the ones to shop. The wide-banded waist will keep you supported even through a particularly twisty yoga session.

Material: Lycra, nylon

Sizes: XXS–3X

Color: Navy, cabernet, black

Reviewers say: "These are really well made, would definitely be great for workouts, but save a pair to wear as dress pants cause they look really good with a favorite top and shoes."

Spacedye High Waisted All Day Flare Pant

Beyond Yoga puts its flare leggings (and all leggings) under rigorous in-house testing to ensure the best fit. Once this pair arrives at your door, you won't think of returning it.

Material: 90% Supplex, 10% Spandex

Color: Night, navy

What reviewers are saying: "I love these. Comfy, cozy, easy for all day errands and a yoga class. I really like having pockets."

Power Kick Flare Workout Pants

High waist, extra stretch, sharp flare: Sweaty Betty's pair is everything we're looking for. If you always find yourself having to hem longer silhouettes, this kick flare silhouette will fit without the need to take them to the tailor.

Material: 62% Polyamide, 38% Elastane

Sizes: XXS–XXL

Color: Black

What reviewers are saying: "Love these kick flare. True to size, always by medium in Sweaty Betty. 5'4" and length is just right with trainers."

Spat Stretch-Jersey Flared Leggings

Between the exaggerated split flare and the thick knit, Norma Kamali's flared leggings are meant for dressing up (in comfort). Don't be afraid to break them out for special occasions.

Material: 95% Polyester, 5% Spandex

Sizes: XXS–XL

Color: Black

Bounce Pants

Not your average flared leggings, this style from FP Movement features an extra cinch at the ankle, ideal for showing off your shoes. "We have a soft spot for the gorgeous silhouette of the Let’s Bounce Pant. It’s super flattering and has quite an unexpected hem," a designer for the brand says.

Material: 80% Polyester, 20% Elastane

Sizes: XS–XL

Color: Blue, orange, black, and more

What reviewers are saying: "I knew that I was going to love these after buying two colors off the bat. They are so comfortable to wear - I've already styled them business casual and just for chilling around in the house. Definitely recommend!"

Groove Super-High-Rise Flared Pant Nulu

If Lululemon's Align leggings are your usual, you'll adore this pair just as much. Made with the same buttery Nulu fabric as the Align collection, these leggings have roomier legs and a high-rise waist. The back drop-in pocket is also spacious enough for your phone.

Material: 81% Nylon, 19% Lycra® elastane

Sizes: 0–20

Color: Espresso, allspice, forest, and more

What reviewers are saying: "These are the softest yoga pants ever, I love them so much. These are true to size. I’m 5’6 and they are a little long on me so I brought them back to the store to get them hemmed."

High Rise Flare Pants

If "just do it" is your personal mantra, then these are the pants you'll want to have in your collection. Nike's comfortable cotton yoga pants have a thick, stretchy feel that will keep you feeling supported through an afternoon walk or yoga class.

Material: 47% Cotton, 41% Polyester, 12% Elastane

Sizes: XXS–XXL

Color: Brown, black

What reviewers are saying: "These high rise flared tights are amazing! The fabric is super durable but so comfortable at the same time. The material feels thick yet not enough to be too hot. They washed well and were line dried. Fit true to size for me waist wise."

Airbrush High-Waist Flutter Legging

When models like Hailey Bieber dress down, they're often in Alo Yoga's Airbrush leggings. This pair has the same buttery fabric and non-pinching waist as those seen in paparazzi shots, just with a little more flair. If you really fall in love with the look, a matching set has your name written all over it.

Material: Airbrush fabric

Sizes: XXS–L

Color: Ivory, black, espresso, taupe

What reviewers are saying: "These leggings are buttery soft and hold you in in all the right places. I love them but the only thing is that I’m 5 4” and they are 2-3 inches too long for me so I need to get them hemmed."

Real Me High Waisted Crossover Flare Legging

Does the phrase "TikTok leggings" ring any bells? Try-on videos introduced thousands to Aerie's crossover waistband leggings—and eventually, updates to the sell-out silhouette like a wide flare.

Material: 88% Nylon, 12% Elastane

Sizes: XXS–XXL

Color: Black, grey, cobalt, pink

What reviewers are saying: "Worth all the hype! Material is thinner than I expected but still supportive enough to feel like it is sucking you in. More for lounging than working out but I love it nonetheless.I’m 5’7 with muscular legs and the medium in regular length is perfect!"

Yoga Pants

Of the thousands of flare leggings listed on Amazon, AFITNE's pair is the best rated (4.5/5 stars after more than 6,000 reviews). They're squat proof for working out and feature two covert pockets for carrying your cards or keys on errands.

Material: 75% Polyester, 25% Spandex

Sizes: XS–3X

Color: Olive, black, brown, and more

What reviewers are saying: "The product is great for its price. It’s short people approved, I’m 5’2” and 160lbs, the medium fit perfectly."

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