It’s true – Claudia Winkleman just single-handedly brought back flares, here are the best to shop

If you thought flares were destined for the archives, think again. Last night, Claudia Winkleman proved their comeback in a sharply tailored grey suit on The Traitors, and when Claudia wears something, it’s bound to become a brilliant trend.

The TV show host paired her Essentiel Antwerp trousers (sadly now sold out) with a matching double-breasted blazer, not forgetting a crisp white shirt with a polished collar and slick concealed button fastenings.

As for footwear, well, we couldn’t exactly identify her shoe of choice (given they were swamped by her chic trousers), but we suspect she probably reached for a pair of classic boots, perhaps even her pointed toe Givenchy staples.

Of course, it’s not just Claudia who has backed the flare trouser resurgence – the runway has, too. Last year, the S/S 26 collection from Zimmermann leaned into wide-leg and flared cuts, from loose denim flares to tailored bell-bottom trousers.

But why has the flared style regained popularity? Well, it’s likely their versatility that makes flares so easily adaptable to the times. Pair them with a structured blazer and kitten heels for polished office dressing, or style them with minimalist sneakers for weekend ease. They elongate the leg, add movement and give instant style lift – no muss, no fuss.

So, to keep you in the know, we’ve found the best flared trousers for you to buy now. From Hush to M&S, the high street stocks a plethora of these easy-to-wear yet ridiculously trendy flared trousers, à la Winkleman.