Wearing flare jeans as a petite means pairing them with tops and shoes that create a balanced proportion to avoid overwhelming your frame.

The writer, a petite woman, has always preferred flared jeans over skinny jeans due to their retro look and leg-lengthening effect. With flared jeans now back in style, she’s restocking her wardrobe. Unlike wide-leg or barrel pants, flared jeans are universally flattering on short legs, but require the right style and fit to pull them off. As a petite woman, she shares her tips on how to style flared jeans and accentuate the leg lengthening effect for a groovy, flattering look.