Kelly Clarkson’s Ultra Wide-Leg Pants Have a Flattering Detail That Kate Middleton Wears, Too

Kelly Clarkson is going full Y2K The Kelly Clarkson Show.

In a recent post on Instagram, the presenter opted for a retro look, enhanced by her blonde streaked bangs. She wore a black graphic tee (with an image of the Spice Girls), which she tucked into one of Hollywood’s favorite pant styles: ultra-wide trousers.

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Clarkson’s plaid pants had a flattering touch – pleats, a style detail worn by Kate Middleton and Drew Barrymore. Not only are wide-leg pleated trousers stylish for work, dinner or events, but they’re also a comfortable alternative to jeans, thanks to their relaxed silhouette.

If you already own wide leg pants, add a pair of pleated pants to your winter wardrobe for a stylish option that can be dressed up or down. Read on for some of our favorite picks from Amazon, Nordstrom, Spanx and more starting at $34.

Wide leg trousers inspired by Kelly Clarkson

• Tapata wide leg pants, HRK 36.66; amazon.com
• Palazzo wide pants Tronjori, HRK 33.99; amazon.com
• Spanx Carefree Pleated Crepe Pants, $84 (orig. $168); spanx.com
• Madewell Harlow wide leg pants, HRK 118; nordstrom.com
• Grapent Wide Leg Pants, $33.84 with coupon (orig. $35.99); amazon.com
• Nordstrom Pleated Wide Leg Pants, HRK 119; nordstrom.com
• Madewell Harlow Striped Wide Leg Pants, $59.99 (orig. $128); nordstorm.com
• Everlane The Way-High Drape Pants, HRK 128; everlane.com
• Anthropologie The Avery Pleated Wide-Leg Trousers by Maeve: Linen Edition, $148; antropologija.com
• Banana Republic pleated pants, $48 (orig. $80); bananarepublicfactory.com

Jennifer Lawrence just showed us how to wear jeans for winter — similar straight-leg cuts start at $28

Tapata Wide Leg Pants, $37

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $37

If you’re a fan of Clarkson’s retro plaid pants, consider adding the Tapata wide leg pants to your cart — they come in a gray and black plaid pattern that can be worn with sweaters, blazers, and more. The pants have front pleats that expand as you walk to prevent unpleasant creases, and the wide leg silhouette makes them extra breathable. And they have two functional front pockets. You can catch them in 12 colors like black, green, brown and more.

Tronjori wide-leg palazzo pants, $34

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $34

Stars like Jennifer Lopez and Anne Hathaway are all about wide leg pants recently. Combine the two trends with these Tronjori ultra-wide palazzo pants, which also feature flattering pleats. The trousers are particularly flowy and fall to about the ankle, allowing you to show off your trainers, loafers or boots.

They are machine washable and come in 30 colors, including black, navy, red and khaki. In the past month, more than 500 Amazon customers have added a pair to their carts.

Spanx Carefree Pleated Crepe Pants, $84 (Save $84)

Spanx

Buy at Spanx $168 $84

Spanx has attracted a famous fan base that includes Oprah, Kylie Jenner and Gwyneth Paltrow. And right now you can get a pair of pleated pants from this brand with a 50 percent discount. The Carefree Crepe Pleated Pants are made from breathable crepe fabric and have a silky lining, making them a more comfortable option than jeans.

Plus, the machine-washable pants have no buttons or zippers, so storage is quick and easy. You can buy them in sizes from XS to 3XL.

Switch up your usual work trousers and consider adding some Clarkson-inspired wide leg trousers to your winter wardrobe. Read on for more of our favorites.

Madewell Harlow Wide Leg Pants, $118

Nordstrom

Buy at Nordstrom $118

Grapent Wide Leg Pants, $34 (Save $2)

Amazon

Buy on Amazon $36 $34

Nordstrom Pleated Wide Leg Pants, $119

Nordstrom

Buy at Nordstrom $119

Madewell Harlow Striped Wide Leg Pants, $60 (Save $68)

Madewell

Buy at Madewell.com $128 $60

Everlane The Way-High Drape Pants, $128

Everlane

Buy at Everlane.com $128

Anthropologie Avery Pleated Wide-Leg Trousers by Maeve: Linen Edition, $148

Anthropologie

Buy at Anthropologie $148

Banana Republic Pleated Pants, $48 (Save $32)

Banana Republic Factory

Buy at Gapfactory.com $80 $48

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