The Dos and Don'ts of Big Ol' Bell-Bottoms!

All-over balloon-y legs and billowy, bell-sleeve arms? A girl could get lost in this outfit!

DON’T ever—ever— wear cropped flares. They’re the opposite of flattering. Capiche?

DO try belting a high-waisted pair to work that whole seventies thing (big in 2012).

DO the Hayden Panettiere: Let them almost cover your platforms, skimming the floor.

DO venture out and try some small (key word: small) rips à la Zoë Saldana.

DO know that pants this huge can work with a tiny top. Sheryl Crow’s still got it.