How do you wear cropped/flared/wide trousers in the winter?

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Like these:

www.jcrew.com/uk/p/shops/40offselectstyles/pants/highrise-peyton-wideleg-pant-in-fourseason-stretch/J5634?color_name=hthr-graphite

I'm a bit stuck with what sort of shoe and sock/tights (if any). I think it looks best with an interesting flat and bare legs, but I'd freeze. I don't think it looks great with a boot, unless maybe an ankle boot?

I'm sure I'm overthinking this.

This makes me want to improve my sock choices. It also makes me want to wear socks and sandals.

Ok I laughed when I saw your shoe choice.... if trainers are too Notting Hill those shoes are very Chelsea.

A fine line.

It also makes me want to wear socks and sandals.

Really?

I wear either trainers with snazzy socks - I know, but I hate trainer socks! OR I wear Grenson Nannette hiking boots. Like the idea of fishnet socks though - off to google.

If you want to wear a wide-cut leg in the winter, it's better to go for a heavier fabric like cotton-twill, denim or wool. The hem should fall no higher than the ankle or it will look too summery. Style it with trainers or boots - whatever shoe you'd usually wear in winter.

The ones you've linked look too lightweight in fabric for cold weather, plus the colour is also off-putting for winter.

For example, these trousers from Other Stories worn with ankle boots - they're a nice heavy cotton-twill and they're perfect for winter. (I have them myself).

Sorry forgot a link!

www.stories.com/en_gbp/clothing/trousers/product.high-waisted-twill-trousers-dark-blue.0608619012.html