Lainey Wilson's been wearing bell bottoms —or flares, if you prefer— since she got her first leopard-print pair around age 8 or 9. She's stuck with that look since and made it a vital part of her "hillbilly hippie" image. Over time, Wilson's worn a wide range of colors, designs and fabrics, making her aesthetic as fun as it is stylish.
"There's no such thing as too many," she told People in June. "We still keep it fun. We still keep it interesting. I feel like I get to get up every single morning and get to express myself however I am feeling that day, just like writing a song."
For a recent example of Wilson's playfully posh style, check out the olive-colored pants she wore for her Aug. 3 set during Chicago's Lollapalooza Festival.
Typically, pop culture figures the caliber of Wilson wear high-end fashion that's not accessible or affordable for the average fan. Wilson's an exception to that rule because even her nicest, custom-made bell bottoms can be ordered for less than $300.
Here's how to replicate Wilson's Lollapalooza look plus additional suggestions for those wanting to live the bell bottom lifestyle.
Barry Brecheisen/WireImage To dress exactly like Wilson, look to Cat O' Nine Clothing's handmade creations— meaning they don't come cheap, but they're of the highest quality. Its avocado-colored, high-waisted option's made of spandex and nylon and looks near-identical to —if it's not the same as— the country star's latest headline-grabbing pair of flares. Rick Kern/Getty Images for CMT Indeed, New Orleans-based Cat O' Nine's custom-order selections have become a go-to for Wilson, with her notably wearing the $250 Blue Leopard design in all its glistening glory during the 2023 CMT Music Awards. Rock & Roll Denim offers a wide range of affordable designs. These brown-striped jeans look like something Wilson might wear on stage and cost a reasonable $72.99. If you're not feeling these, there's numerous options that might better suit your western wear needs. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic/ Rock & Roll Denim Another Rock & Roll Denim selection that's affordable, these silver polyurethane britches offer a "get the look for less" option if custom-made doesn't suit your budget. Lastly, scope out Wilson's official online store. There's three options available for $89 apiece: the simple yet posh green tie dye slacks; the Country with a Flare design that's red and cream, acid wash style; and the Heart Like a Truck option that incorporates both a retro hippie design and animal print.The Lollapalooza Look
Blue Leopard Print
Western Wear Flares
Silver Polyurethane Pants
Wilson's Bell Bottom Merchandise
