These flared jeans and shoe pairings are guaranteed to level up your denim game

But flared jeans really come into their own when paired with a stylish pair of shoes. Just look at Bella Hadid, who wears the style religiously. All of her best flare looks subtly nod to the past while modernising the style through intentional footwear choices. Think: the perfect pair of kitten heels, or the latest it-trainers. Whether layered over some pointy mules at happy hour or balanced by statement boots as you charge around doing your errands, there’s a pairing to suit every scenario. Here, we’ve picked out seven of the best.

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Brown boots with classic blue denim

This practical combination of blue denim flares with brown boots is tried-and-tested formula, that never goes out of style. The mid-height heel gently elevates your stature, giving the flares space to sway without causing a scene. But if you do want to cause a scene, you can up the ante by opting for a more unique boot shape. Our choice? An edgy pair of tabis.

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