Lainey Wilson made bell bottoms and a wide-brim hat her uniform, and a lot of people who'd never worn Western clothes started wanting the same thing. Her style mixes 1970s flares with fringe, rhinestones and plenty of denim, and the reason it works on her is proportion: a high waist, a long flared leg and a hat that balances the hem. That's also where most copies go wrong. Below are 20 head-to-toe Western outfit ideas taken from her casual and stage looks, each styled from hat to boots, with notes on what to check before you buy.
Getting the Bell-Bottom Hem Right Over Cowboy Boots
Almost every outfit here depends on a flared jean falling cleanly over a boot, and that's the detail I fix most often. A flare that's too short shows the whole boot shaft and looks like it shrank. One that's too long drags under the heel and frays within a few wears.
- Always try flares on with the boots you'll actually wear. A two-inch heel and a flat boot need different hems.
- The hem should cover most of the boot and stop just above the floor at the back, so only the toe shows in front.
- If you're having them shortened, ask about keeping the original hem. With a dramatic flare, some tailors take the length out above the knee instead, so the full width at the bottom survives.
- A pointed or snip toe slides under a flare more neatly than a round toe, which can push the hem forward.
Rise matters as much as length. A high rise that sits at your natural waist is what gives her look its long leg. On a short torso, a mid-high rise that sits an inch lower keeps the waistband from pressing into your ribs when you sit.
1. Western Bell Bottom Jeans With Graphic Tee And Cowboy Hat
This is the everyday version, and the one I'd build first. High-waisted bell bottoms in deep indigo set the shape, with a vintage graphic tee tucked in so the waistband shows. A slogan or tour-style print fits her humor. A leather belt with a big buckle marks the waist, and a few mixed-metal necklaces fill the neckline. Pointed brown cowboy boots go under the flare, and a black felt wide-brim hat sits on top. Dark indigo can rub blue onto pale boots and bags in the first few wears, so wash the jeans once inside out before the day.
2. Denim Flare Catsuit With Cowboy Boots
A denim catsuit is one piece with a lot of personality, and the fit makes or breaks it. Look for a sleeveless zip-front style with princess seams through the bodice and legs that release into a flare at the knee; small copper collar tips and turquoise patches give it Western detail. Torso length is the thing I check first, because a catsuit that's short in the body pulls at the crotch every time you sit. Wear it with distressed leather cowboy boots in rich brown and a concho belt to break up the denim. A black felt hat and small silver hoops are enough.
3. Fringe Leather Jacket And Bell Bottom Jeans
Fringe is about movement, so the jacket should be fitted and let the trim do the swinging. A black or brown leather jacket trimmed with long, swaying fringe along the sleeves and back works best over something plain, like a ribbed tank or fitted tee. High-rise medium-wash bell bottoms balance the volume at the top. Stacked-heel cognac boots and a brown or black felt hat finish it, with turquoise earrings and a few silver rings. Long leather fringe tangles, so hang the jacket rather than folding it, and comb the strands straight with your fingers after wearing.
4. Turquoise Western Jumpsuit With Matching Cowboy Hat
For an evening look, a turquoise jumpsuit with a deep V, beading and a sheer cape trailing behind is the full glamour version of her style. A fitted bodice and flared leg make one long line from shoulder to floor. Metallic pointed heels and a matching turquoise hat keep the color unbroken. Jewelry should be almost nothing, maybe one ring or a small drop. A plunging neckline like this needs fashion tape and a bra solution you've tested while moving, not just standing. Loose waves finish it for a gala or an awards-night watch party.
5. All-White Halter Top And Sheer Bedazzled Pants
All white is harder than it looks, mostly because white fabrics show what's under them. Here a flowy halter top crosses at the waist and falls into a soft train at the back, over sheer bedazzled bell bottoms that flash with every step. Sheer pants need a skin-tone slip short underneath, and I'd check it in daylight and under a phone flash. White pointed heels lengthen the leg, and a bright white hat keeps the Western link. A thin silver chain, small studs and glowy makeup suit it. It belongs at a formal evening event, and nowhere near someone else's wedding.
6. Black Corset Top With Contrast Bell Bottoms
A black corset top with a plunging V and lace-up front gives Western dressing a darker edge. It's tucked into blue jeans with black faux-leather panels down the sides and an exaggerated flare, so the denim and the shiny panels play off each other. Black pointed boots and a black hat keep the palette tight. Silver rings and layered chains add texture. On a structured corset, the boning should end above your hip bone; if it digs in when you sit, the size is wrong. It's the rock-and-roll side of her look, and it suits a concert better than a dinner.
7. Leopard Print Bell Bottoms With Black Cowboy Hat
Leopard bell bottoms do all the talking, so everything else should be quiet. I'd tuck a fitted black knit, sleeveless or long-sleeved, into golden leopard flares and add a black leather belt with a gold buckle. Black pointed cowboy boots with an angled heel add height, and a black felt hat repeats the black from the top. Gold hoops and a few bracelets are plenty. Printed denim fades faster than plain, so wash it cold and inside out. She wears leopard often, and it's easier than people expect once the rest of the outfit is plain.
8. Patchwork Denim Vest And Flared Jeans
Patchwork shows the handwork, which is the appeal. A fitted vest made from mixed denim washes, with visible seams and a pointed hem, goes over a white or cream long-sleeve tee. Clean medium-wash flares keep the bottom half calm so the vest stays the focus. Brown boots with stitched shafts, a beige felt hat and a turquoise necklace finish it. I like this one for spring and early fall, since the tee and vest are easy to strip down or layer up. If you're short-waisted, choose a vest that ends at your belt, because a long one cuts the leg.
9. Rhinestone Bell Bottom Pantsuit With Cowboy Hat
Rhinestones belong on a stage or at a party, and a hot pink or silver rhinestone-covered pantsuit is made for one. The jacket should nip in at the waist, and the trousers should be long enough that only the toe of a pointed metallic heel shows. Wearing the blazer over a bandeau is the bolder option; a fitted cami is more forgiving if you'll be dancing. A rhinestone-trimmed hat finishes it, and I'd skip extra jewelry. Heavy stones pull lightweight fabric out of shape, so hang the suit on a padded hanger.
10. Floral Print Western Jumpsuit With Pointed Yoke
A floral jumpsuit with Western structure, meaning a pointed back yoke, patch pockets with W stitching and flared legs, takes the style into daytime. The fitted waist gives shape, and the print keeps it light. Tan leather boots and a cream or beige felt hat work well with most florals. Small gold hoops and a few rings are enough. Busy prints hide wrinkles and small spills, which makes this a sensible choice for a spring festival or an outdoor daytime concert. Pick a print with one or two colors from your hat and boots so the outfit hangs together.
11. Embroidered Denim Shirt With Wide Leg Jeans
Embroidery gives an outfit a story, and an embroidered Western denim shirt with flowers, music notes and initials across the chest and back carries that idea well. Tuck it into wide-leg jeans that skim the hips and open gently at the hem. Brown stitched boots, a tan wide-brim hat, a braided belt and a few beaded bracelets keep it earthy. A denim shirt tucked into denim jeans can look like one block, so I'd have the jeans a shade or two darker than the shirt. It's personal and handmade-looking, which is the whole point of this style.
12. Suede Fringe Jacket With Denim And Cowboy Boots
Suede fringe is the softer cousin of the leather jacket. A tan suede jacket with waterfall fringe on the sleeves and back goes over a white ribbed tank and medium-wash straight jeans. Tall distressed brown boots lengthen the leg, and a matching tan hat with a tooled leather crossbody keeps the colors close. Turquoise drops and silver bracelets finish it. Suede darkens and stiffens when it gets rained on, so treat it with a protector spray before the season and keep it for dry days. It fits a fall outing or a festival with a forecast you trust.
13. Gold Beaded Crop Top With Jeweled Flare Pants
A gold beaded crop top with a beaded collar goes with jewel-covered flare pants for a matched evening set. The pants sit high and flare hard from the knee, so only a strip of midriff shows. Gold or nude pointed heels keep the leg long, and a black leather hat adds contrast. Small studs, nothing more. Beaded pieces are heavy and the threads can snag on each other, so carry a clutch with no metal hardware that could catch. It's built for a night out or a concert, and it suits taller frames a little better because the cropped top shortens the torso.
14. Corduroy Patchwork Coordinates Set
This corduroy set has three pieces: a fitted vest, a structured blazer and bell-bottom pants in rust, tan and olive patchwork. Together it's a full 1970s look. Separately, the vest over a crisp white button-down with the pants is my favorite version, because it keeps the retro feel without so much corduroy. Brown ankle boots with a slight heel and a warm-toned felt hat suit it, and a few gold necklaces fill the neckline. Corduroy wears smooth at the knees and seat over time, so turn it inside out to wash. Her Wrangler line leans on this kind of vintage texture.
15. Camo Print Jumpsuit With Black Cowboy Hat
Camo isn't the first print anyone thinks of for Western dressing, which is exactly why it works. An olive long-sleeve jumpsuit in camo print with a matching belt, fitted waist and a slight flare at the hem makes one clean shape. Black pointed boots and a black felt hat with a camo band tie it together, and olive gloves add drama if you're dressing for a stage or an awards night. Keep makeup neutral and hair sleek so the print isn't competing. Camo can look like hunting gear if the cut is loose, so the fit at the waist matters more here than on any other jumpsuit.
16. Pink Rhinestone Bell Bottom Pantsuit
Pink and rhinestones together are pure fun, and the cut keeps them from looking silly. A hot pink suit with a fitted blazer and bell-bottom trousers gives a sleek top and lots of movement below. The jacket can go over bare skin with fashion tape, or over a matching pink bandeau if you'd rather. A matching rhinestone hat commits to the look, with silver pointed heels peeking out under the hem. One ring or small crystal studs is all the jewelry it needs. Save it for a concert or a birthday when you want to be the person everyone finds in the crowd.
17. Striped Bell Bottoms With Oversized Graphic Tee
Vertical stripes make legs look longer, and striped bell bottoms in black and cream or rust and tan show that off. An oversized vintage tee with Western lettering or a rodeo print goes on top, tucked just at the front so the waist still shows. Brown cowboy boots keep it authentic; white sneakers work for a casual day. A neutral felt cowboy hat and a canvas tote finish it. Make sure the stripes line up at the side seams, since cheap striped jeans often don't, and the mismatch is obvious in a flare. It's an errands, market and coffee outfit.
18. Gold Velvet Suit With Turquoise Jewelry Accents
Crushed velvet in deep gold has real texture under light, and a single-button blazer with matching flares makes a strong formal outfit. Under the jacket, a neutral silk cami is the practical choice; bare skin is the stage choice. Turquoise does the accent work: bold rings, a chunky necklace and drops look striking against the gold. A black felt hat and black pointed heels anchor it. Velvet crushes where it's folded, so hang the suit and steam it from the inside. I'd wear it to a holiday party or a Western-themed wedding.
19. Red Button-Down And Leather Vest With Snakeskin Pants
Mixing prints takes nerve, and this outfit shows how to do it with a shared color. A red button-down under a brown leather vest gives the top half texture. Both tuck into high-waisted snakeskin bell bottoms, and the brown of the vest pulls the snake print and the shirt together. A brown beaded belt, chunky mixed-metal necklaces and statement earrings push it toward boho. Brown heeled boots and a tan felt hat finish the palette. I'd make sure the snake print has some brown in it; a gray or black one fights the vest.
20. Lace-Up Leather Pants With Beaded Embellished Top
Leather pants with a laced side are the edgiest piece in this list. Black or deep brown, fitted through the leg, they work with a gold and copper ombré beaded top that throws light everywhere. Pointed black boots keep the line long, and a sparkly felt hat brings it back to country. Layered chains and stacked rings add texture. Real leather stretches with wear, so buy it snug, and try sitting in it before you commit. It's for a concert, a night of dancing or anywhere a big entrance fits.
A Felt Hat That Fits Your Face and Your Height
The hat is where Western outfits most often tip into costume, and it's nearly always a fit or scale problem. Measure around your head just above the eyebrows and buy to that size. A hat that perches on top looks borrowed, while one that sinks to your ears hides your face.
Brim width should follow your frame. On a petite build, a very wide brim with a tall crown can overwhelm you, and a brim around three inches with a lower crown looks more natural. Taller people can carry the wide, flat brims she wears on stage.
Felt Care and Hat Manners
Felt is the cold-weather choice and straw the summer one, though plenty of people wear felt year-round. Set a hat down upside down on its crown so the brim keeps its curve, and let a damp felt dry naturally rather than near a heater, which can shrink it. Traditional manners still apply in some places: hats come off at the dinner table, indoors at a formal event and for the national anthem.
One more styling note. Pick one loud element per outfit, whether that's fringe, rhinestones or a bold print. Pile all three on with a big hat and the outfit stops reading as yours.
Start With the Flares, Then Add the Sparkle
What I take from her style is that it's built on a few pieces worn with total confidence: a high-rise flare, a pointed boot, a wide-brim hat. Get those three right and the fringe, rhinestones and leopard become fun extras rather than a costume. If you're new to it, start with the bell bottoms and graphic tee or the patchwork vest, wear them out a few times, and add one louder piece at a time. A concert, a festival or a regular weekday all work. The hat is the part that takes the most getting used to, so wear it around the house first.
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