A flare changes the feel of a legging without giving up the ease that makes leggings a daily favorite. The close fit through the waist, hips, and thighs keeps the silhouette streamlined, while the leg opens below the knee for movement and shape. Our plus size flare leggings make sense for days when you want the flexibility of leggings but an outfit that reads a little more like pants—whether that means a coffee run, a casual office, dinner plans, or a relaxed day at home.
What are flare leggings?
Flare leggings are fitted leggings with a wider hem. They are also called flared leggings, bell bottom leggings, or, when the opening is more subtle, bootcut leggings. Unlike plus size wide leg pants, which are roomy from the hip or thigh down, flare leggings stay close to the body before widening at the lower leg.
The result is a versatile middle ground: the comfort and stretch of leggings with a leg shape that works with more kinds of tops and shoes. Our assortment includes full-length flare styles, including select options with pockets, side stripes, crossover waists, prints, and Nightfall-inspired details.
When a flare is the right leg shape
Flare leggings are a natural choice for someone who likes a body-skimming fit but wants more visual balance at the hem. They can be especially useful when you prefer your footwear to show beneath a wider leg opening or when you want to move beyond a fully tapered legging silhouette.
Choose flare leggings when you want to:
- Create an easy outfit around a fitted tee, bodysuit, or shorter top.
- Wear stretch bottoms for travel, errands, or a casual work setting.
- Build a relaxed outfit with a sweatshirt or hoodie without relying on joggers.
- Pair leggings with boots, flats, or sneakers while keeping the hem visually intentional.
- Add a retro-inspired or alternative edge with prints, lace-up details, or darker styling.
For a closer leg opening, explore our plus size bootcut leggings. For a more traditional fitted ankle, browse all plus size leggings.
Style flare leggings by the plans you have
For an off-duty day
Start with a solid flare legging and a fitted or semi-fitted tee from our plus size tops. Add an open button-down, denim layer, or lightweight jacket if you want more coverage without hiding the shape of the pants. A pair of extra wide sneakers keeps the outfit casual and practical for errands or travel.
For a casual office or lunch out
A dark, opaque flare legging can be styled with a longer blouse, fine-gauge sweater, or structured plus size blazer. Choose a top that feels polished enough for the setting, then finish with loafers, ballet flats, or other extra wide flats. The flare gives the outfit a more pants-like profile while the stretch keeps it comfortable.
For a more expressive look
Prints, side stripes, and darker details can take flare leggings in a more directional direction. Try them with a fitted long-sleeve top, a cropped jacket, or a graphic tee. For an alternative-inspired outfit, our Nightfall collection offers pieces with gothic, punk, and witchy influences that pair naturally with statement flare leggings.
Weather, seasons, and layering
Full-length flare leggings are useful across much of the year because styling—not the calendar—does much of the work. In mild weather, pair them with a tank, tee, or lightweight layer. When temperatures cool, add a tunic-length knit, coat, or one of our plus size jackets and outerwear styles.
A wider hem can sit differently over footwear than an ankle legging. In wet conditions, select shoes and lengths that help keep the hem from dragging. For cold-weather outfits, boots can give the leg opening structure while a longer top or sweater adds warmth. When the forecast calls for heat, you may prefer a shorter option such as plus size capri leggings or plus size cropped leggings.
Sizing and fit: check the waist, thigh, and hem
A well-fitting flare legging should feel secure at the waist, smooth through the hip and thigh, and free enough at the hem to create its intended shape. It should not slide down, feel overly restrictive when sitting, or pull tightly across the thigh.
Use our size guide and take current waist and low-hip measurements rather than relying only on the size printed in another brand’s clothing. Torrid apparel sizing spans 00–6, corresponding to sizes 10–30 on select styles. If you are between sizes, consider how you prefer leggings to feel: closer and more supportive, or easier through the waist and thigh.
Before removing tags, try the practical movement check:
- Sit, bend, and walk in the leggings to make sure the waistband stays where you want it.
- Look at the flare from the front and side while wearing the shoes you plan to use most often.
- Check that the hem does not bunch excessively at the ankle or fall under your heel.
- Make sure the fabric remains comfortable through the hips and thighs without becoming sheer when stretched.
What makes Torrid flare leggings different
We design our clothing for curves, with fit considered beyond simply scaling up a straight-size garment. Our flare leggings are offered in Torrid sizes 00–6, and select full-length styles are made in a premium cotton-blend knit with 95% cotton and 5% spandex. That fabric has four-way stretch and recovery, helping it move with the body and return to shape after wear.
Details are considered as part of how the legging functions in an outfit. Select full-length pocket flare leggings feature a high rise, a two-inch Signature Waistband designed to stay smooth and resist rolling, an opaque finish, pockets, and a 31-inch inseam. The category also extends beyond basic black with color, print, crossover-waist, side-stripe, and Nightfall options, so you can choose a flare legging for your personal style—not just for a single dress code.
Related leggings and bottoms to consider
Your best next category depends on where and how you plan to wear the pair.
Care for cotton-blend flare leggings
Always follow the care label on the specific pair. For select cotton-blend Torrid flare leggings, machine wash cold and tumble dry low. Washing with similar colors and avoiding unnecessary high heat can help preserve color, stretch, and recovery over time. If you rotate leggings regularly, giving each pair time between wears can also help maintain the fabric’s shape.
Flare legging questions, answered
Are flare leggings the same as bootcut leggings?
They are closely related. Both are fitted through the upper leg and wider at the hem, but flare leggings usually have a more noticeable opening below the knee.
Can plus size flare leggings be worn to work?
They can work for casual or business-casual settings when the fabric is opaque and the outfit is styled with a polished top, blazer, and appropriate shoes. Check your workplace dress code first.
What tops look best with flare leggings?
Fitted tees, bodysuits, tanks, blouses, tunics, and sweaters can all work. Choose the proportion that makes you feel most comfortable: a shorter top highlights the high rise, while a tunic offers more coverage.
What shoes should I wear with flare leggings?
Sneakers, flats, loafers, boots, and low heels can all work. Try them on with your preferred shoes to confirm the hem length before wearing them out.
Do flare leggings make you look taller?
A full-length flare worn with shoes that create a continuous visual line can create a lengthened look, but the best choice is the one that feels comfortable and balanced to you.
Are flare leggings good for travel?
Yes. Their stretch and easy styling make them useful for travel days, especially when paired with comfortable shoes and a layer you can add or remove.
Can I wear flare leggings in summer?
Yes, depending on the fabric and weather. Full-length styles may feel best on cooler summer days or in air-conditioned spaces; capri and cropped leggings are alternatives for warmer conditions.
Are Torrid flare leggings high rise?
Select styles are high rise. Review each product page for the rise and waistband details of the specific pair.
Do Torrid flare leggings have pockets?
Select styles have pockets. Product details will confirm whether a particular color or style includes them.
Are Torrid flare leggings see-through?
Select full-length pocket flare leggings are listed as opaque. Because fabric details can vary by style, check the product page before purchasing.
Should flare leggings touch the ground?
No. The hem should fall close to the top of your shoe without dragging under your heel or across the ground.
How should flare leggings fit in the thigh?
They should feel close-fitting but comfortable, allowing you to sit, bend, and walk without excessive pulling or restriction.
Can I wear flare leggings with boots?
Yes. Boots work especially well in cooler weather and can add structure beneath the flared hem.
How do I keep flare leggings from rolling down?
Start with the size that matches your waist and low-hip measurements, then look for waistband details that suit your preferred level of hold. If a pair shifts during the movement check, try another size or style.
What is the difference between flare leggings and wide leg pants?
Flare leggings are fitted through the waist, hips, and thighs before opening at the lower leg. Wide leg pants are roomy earlier in the leg and usually have a more relaxed overall fit.
Can flare leggings be dressed up?
Yes. Choose a solid opaque pair, then add a blouse, blazer, structured jacket, or polished shoe to suit the occasion.
