These 10 Flare Leggings Are Our New Wardrobe Staples for Casual Athleisure Looks (2024)

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Sizes: 0-20 | Material: 81% Nylon, 19% Lycra® elastane

These top-tier flare leggings from Lululemon check all the boxes regarding what's most important in a pair of flares. Made from a blend of Nylon and Lycra, they're soft and comfortable without compromising opacity or fit. Like all Lululemon leggings, these are durable for on-the-go wear, and they feature a convenient back pocket large enough to stash your phone, credit card, or house key while running quick errands. They provide enough support and compression for moderate workouts but are still comfy to wear while lounging at home. Our shorter testers found these leggings to run a bit long on petite bodies.

Sizes: XS-XXL | Material: Polyester, Spandex

If you're searching for your next pair of flares that won't break the bank, this budget-friendly option comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. But we think you'll keep them (and maybe buy several more since they come in over a dozen different colors and styles). Made from a blend of polyester and spandex, these flare leggings feature a stylish cross waist with pockets on each side. We found the fabric perfectly opaque despite the material's thinness. Even though these leggings are super lightweight, sweat doesn't show through them, and they still hold their shape throughout workouts and deep stretches—no readjusting necessary. Though we did notice some slight shrinkage in the flare of these pants after washing, it made them less likely to drag.

Sizes: XXS-XXL | Materials: 75% polyester, 25% spandex (75% Uses Recycled Polyester Fiber)

The Uniqlo AIRism soft flare legging is the epitome of what loungewear should be. We found ourselves constantly reaching for this super soft pair, made from a blend of spandex and recycled polyester. We loved the narrow-flare silhouette of these workout leggings and were especially impressed at how well they held their shape with zero shrinkage despite multiple washes and wears. These leggings strike the right balance between comfort and compression, leaving you feeling supported but not restricted. They're durable and supportive enough for a workout, stylish enough to wear to grab coffee with friends afterward, and most importantly, comfortable enough for a day spent relaxing at home. At under $40, we think these are a steal. However, we did notice some pilling and minor pulled threads.

Sizes: XXS-XXL | Materials: 88% Nylon, 12% Elastane

This pair of flare leggings from OFFLINE by Aerie is equal parts comfort and style. We tested these in multiple sizes and found the crossover waistband and overall fit of these leggings to sit just right on small and large frames, and we couldn't get over how well this pair seems to hug all the right places without too much compression.We give this pair high points for style thanks to the versatile crossover waistband, which can be pulled up for a more high-waisted look or scrunched down to wear as a low-rise, opening doors to an array of fun ways to style them. Plus, they come in short and long options, ensuring they'll be just the right length for your height.

Sizes: XXS-3X | Materials: Nylon/Lycra

Admittedly, flares aren't usually ideal for an intense workout, given their potential to trip you up. These Athleta leggings feature a more narrow pant flare, which makes them a safer option for low-impact exercises. The nylon/lycra blend is moisture-wicking, quick-drying, and breathable, so it earns our top pick for the best flare to wear while exercising. It's an ideal pick for indoor and outdoor workouts, given its UPF 50+ sun protection (a feature many other Athleta leggings have). The three-layer waistband keeps these leggings from riding up or falling down while exercising.

Sizes: XS-XXL | Material: 90% Cotton, 10% Spandex

These high-waisted yoga pants from BUBBLELIME feature a cotton/spandex blend that looks thick and provides full coverage without feeling too heavy for daily wear. In addition to full opacity, we appreciated the fit of these leggings—they stayed up during long walks and running errands without needing to be readjusted. The control top feature provides support while being comfortable enough to move in.These leggings maintained their thick look and opacity throughout multiple washes and wears. We found the flares distracting during certain yoga poses, but we loved wearing these for walks and leisure activities. However, we wish this pair had larger pockets like the CopyLeaf flares to carry essentials.

Sizes: XXS-XL | Materials: 87% Polyester, 13% Elastane

These high-waisted flares from Beyond Yoga feature a thick five-inch waistband, which we found fit just right on various body types. But don't let the wide waistband fool you. These flares are as comfortable as they are stylish. The waistband and overall fit provide security without restricting movement. We felt like we could even wear them to sleep if we wanted to. Most importantly, these high-waisted flares stay in place—no need to tug them back up or readjust them during the day. If you're on the fence about flares, the front slit hem and narrow leg fit on these make for a great introductory pair.

Sizes: 0-20 | Materials: 81% Nylon, 19% Lycra elastane

Lululemon makes our list twice, this time for these extra soft high-rise flare pants that run on the longer side, fitting just right on taller frames. Made from Lululemon's signature "Nulu" fabric blend, these flares feature added Lycra fiber to help preserve shape and retention.Personally, we think cellulite is totally natural and nothing to be ashamed of, but we realize it may make some people self-conscious. We found that the tight fit may show cellulite outlines on some bodies. We give these pants top marks for comfort. The silky smooth fabric is soft without being too sheer, providing support in all the right places.

Sizes: L-7X | Materials: 88% Polyester/12% Spandex

Superfit Hero is making finding your perfect flare fit and length easier with this pair of pocket flare leggings. We love that these pants come in a wide variety of larger sizes and offer free returns and exchanges, making it easy to find your perfect fit. Full-sized pockets are hard to come by when it comes to leggings, so we loved having all the room to store necessities on this pair.Material-wise, we found these pants to be stiffer and not quite as comfortable as the Beyond Yoga Make The Cut pair. However, what they lack in comfort they make up in durability, as we found them to hold their shape and overall quality through multiple wears and washes.

Sizes:XXS-XXXL |Materials:36% Lycra, 34% Nylon, 30% Polyester

Outdoor enthusiasts who want to stay warm while looking stylish will love this fit from Outdoor Voices. These heavy-duty performance leggings are extremely durable and made from a special "frostknit" material blend designed to retain heat. This pair kept us notably warmer on winter walks than the other flare leggings we tested. We were happy with how this pair of fleece leggings stayed in place but did find that they dragged a bit on shorter frames.