I love the skinny look - I havent purchased any for myself - far too much muffin top and extra leg-squishyness for me. But they are much better to look at than wide-leg jeans. Personally, I don't mind a good pair of flares - I have a couple of pairs that flare halfway between the knee and the leg, without being wide at the top - they're great and comfy.. I hope skinnys stay around a while longer, there's some great eye candy with all the guys that wear em!
i think skinny jeans, although on their way off the "hot" list, will become a timeless staple. i'm sorry, but no jeans looks so good tucked into a boot or with a super-sexy high heel. wide-legs are definitely my favorite cut of jean, and i am a huge fan of the higher waist styles, so i am glad to see them make it to the top. but i'd hold onto your skinnies, ladies. ;)