9 Bell-Bottom Outfits to Wear at Any Occasion

If we said we loved every ’70s-inspired trend that’s made its way into 2018, we’d be making a major understatement. From the earthy hues and Western-themed silhouettes to flowing bohemian styles, there’s a reason this particular decade has had staying power that rivals no other—and with the bell-bottom outfits we’ve seen everywhere from runways to Instagram, the era has become more relevant than ever.
We may have thought the flared style had come and gone the first time around, but some of our favorite fashion girls have been sporting the retro trend, giving it a fresh new take for the season. There’s no time like summer to channel the good vibes of the ’70s, so why not let these pants be your seasonal pick?
Let our favorite It girls inspire your next bell-bottom ensemble whether you wear a classic denim pair or want something a little dressier—even for a formal event, these will be a fresh alternative to your go-to pants.
Ease back into the bell-bottom look with a pair of kick-flare pants that’ll look so good with a pair of strappy heels.
Have a formal event to attend? Wear a pair of crisp flared pants with a structured tunic.
A lightweight sweater styled with high-waisted flared pants will be a great, modest look for summer that’ll highlight your legs.
We love a good pair of dark denim bell-bottoms. Tap into the retro vibe and style yours with a vintage-inspired blouse and a white bag.
Feeling a little festive? Show it with your pants. We love this pair of floral pants with flared details for the summer. Wear them with a simple tank top to let your pants be the main event.
Embrace the classic ’70s denim look and wear high-waisted bell-bottom jeans. We love a cool mock turtleneck top to really go with the retro vibe.
Yes, you can wear bell-bottoms to the office as well. Pair them with a cool blazer to keep the ensemble polished.
Take your bell-bottoms out for the weekend. Sport a pair of white ones with a candy-colored sweater for a look that’ll never fail.
An all-black ensemble will never go wrong. Wear your bell-bottom pants with a sleek button-down top and heels for a streamlined look that’ll be so flattering.
Take this stylish blast from the past and wear them through the summer.

-
I Can't Stand It When People Follow These Fashion Rules to a T
It's time to break the rules.
-
10 Style Tips That Will Make You Look Rich This Summer
Number four is already trending right now.
-
Brand Layering: The Art of Knowing Which Labels to Pair With Each Other
The ultimate styling hack.
-
The Simple Styling Trick That Turns Pencil Skirts From Corporate to Chic in 5 Seconds or Less
It's completely free and ready to copy.
-
Hold the Baggy and Skinny Jeans—This Is the Summer Denim Trend Fashion People Are Buying
Get ready for a comeback.
-
The Curvy Girl's Guide to Finding Pants That Fit Flawlessly
Waist gap, begone.
-
I Live in My Basic Jeans, But I'm Eyeing These 6 Controversial Denim Trends for My Wardrobe
Skip the straight-legs.
-
It's Here: The 2025 Version of Skinny Jeans
Spotted on Emily Ratajkowski in NYC.