I really like both pairs on you. I hope you keep the flares. I don't know what to say about the others, they are an appealing color and pattern; how are you going to wear them?

Una, are these the 5-pocket skinny flare?

I like both, but have a preference for the flares. No big thighs at all. The silhouette works for you!

I also see why you are drawn to the skinnies. There's something special about them, and I love the fabric Mother uses. Like wearing jams, almost

I like both pairs.

I love the flares, that's such a perfect wash!! I ordered the Love Story in the "cosmic" ultra-faded wash, and have my fingers crossed that they'll work. I'm with Angie on these being too high rise for a semi-tuck (but if you want a really 70s look a full tuck will work, as long as the top isn't too puffy). Regarding the actual flare, without side views it's hard to tell how much length needs to go and by result how much the opening will shrink. What footwear are you planning for these? Shorter heeled boots? Something else? The sweater in #2 looks fab with these jeans by the way. The Mother skinnies look good, the photos are making them look on the tight (but not too tight) end. Are you still into super skinnies?

I think the flares look great. I've had similar thoughts about my thighs in pants like the flares. I think it's just because they're lighter in that area. However, I don't think they make your thighs look bigger.

I'm not as in love with the skinnies as you are. If you can make them work and you love them, then keep them.

i really like the skinnies!

Viva, yes, these in the egret wash. They are actually almost a perfect length if I wear them with my highest platforms.

http://www.freepeople.com/clot...../PRODUCTOP

I am the spanner here. I don't like these flares nearly as much as the previous ones you tried.

The skinnies, however, I LOVE. I think they look completely fab on you.

I like them both a lot! Agree that an untucked top is best for the flares. But these are two great options for your SLENDER thighs.

I'm not even going to dignify your 'thigh question' with an answer - except to say, "Una - Stop It."

Love the flares and they look great on you! Don't love the skinnies. A dated look imho!

I like the flares! Especially if the contrast between top and bottom is subtle as you show in #1.

Not a fan of the printed pants...sorry.

I agree with Echo exactly

Wow, now I'm getting confused. Are these particularly polarizing? I don't want to look dated but like Diana I do like printed skinnies. And I do not want dressy flares. I think I need to start a new thread with more general questions about where I'm going. I am not feeling very successfully 2014.

I really appreciate all the honest feedback so it's not that - I guess straying from my comfort zone is going to involve mistakes.

FWIW I think these flares are fine too.

I'm not sure there are necessarily 'mistakes' in this case (that only happens when fit is very off or color just doesn't work on someone or something, all these pants look like they fit you well), just different tastes? And maybe different feelings about trends individuals want to embrace or pass on, or are personally at the saturation point with?

For example, for me, I'm not at the saturation point with skinnies, I love 'em. I haven't yet been convinced about pronounced flares in general, regardless of who is wearing them. But that really doesn't matter at all. IMO what matters is what you feel and think about these styles. No-one knows yourself better.