Plus-Size Flare Pants Trend | 29 Cute Pairs to Shop

With the resurgence of fashion trends from the ’80s, ’90s and early aughts, it should come as no surprise that we’d continue to slide on down to the ’70s to renew even more throwback styles. Everything old is trendy again—and that’s certainly the case when it comes to ’70s-inspired plus-size flare pants this summer. Of course, designers and brands have taken the vintage style and updated it to create looks ideal for 2020. So while you’re certainly welcome to scour secondhand stores for the trend (We love a sustainable fashion hunt!), if you’re not finding any vintage pieces above a size 10 or 12, your favorite retailers have your back.

Here’s the (endlessly frustrating but true) reality: When it comes to shopping for vintage styles, anything in plus sizes is hard to find. Some online stores do the hunting for you and provide cool throwback pieces in larger sizes, but there’s no denying that the offerings are typically much smaller. When vintage styles—in this case, flare pants—have a comeback, though, it’s much, much easier to get the look in extended sizes. Brands take these old school trends and turn them into modern ensembles that are actually available in plus sizes. We love to see it—and shop it.

Of all the vintage trends to come back, flare pants isn’t necessarily the one we would have predicted—or chosen, to be honest—but we’ve found there are so many cute ways to rock the trend this summer. Plus-size flare pants are available in fun animal prints, trendy tie-dye and bright summery colors. When you have options on how to wear something, it makes things infinitely more exciting and easier to get on board with a trend. Don’t like denim flare jeans? No problem. There are plenty of other styles from which to choose. Prefer a unique print over solid colors? There’s a pair of plus-size flare pants waiting for you, too. No matter your own personal style, you can find the perfect flare pants to fit your vibe this summer.

We went ahead and rounded up 29 pairs of plus-size flare pants for you to shop now—in all different colors, patterns and styles. Peruse our list to find what kind of flare pants style you like, then take a chance and try some on this summer. You might be surprised how well this vintage trend pairs with your favorite summery pieces.