Cara Delevingne's Best Runway Looks Ever

She slays like no other.

October 2, 2018

Cara Delevingne is one of the OG models of our generation. Sure, she followed the supers from the ‘80s and ‘90s, but when it comes to the group that was famously called “Insta-models,” aka those who gained much popularity on the social media platform, Cara was arguably there first. She’s shot countless Vogue covers (and even one for Teen Vogue!), been the face of many a high-fashion brand, and even added actress and writer to her résumé. But, as Fashion Month comes to a close, she’s returned to her first love — the runway. From her most recent appearances to seasons past — she would hit more than one show a day for weeks on end — here are Cara Delevingne’s best runway moments through the years.

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Spring 2019, Balmain
Now that's a suit. Cara returned to the runway at Balmain, with Ashley Benson watching in the front row.
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Spring 2019, Balmain
Layering like a pro in a sleek cool-girl kind of way.

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Fall 2018, Burberry
Showing off the bright rainbow for this LGBTQ-inspired collection.
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Pre-Fall 2017, Chanel
Feminine meets masculine in this blazer-topped metallic dress.

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Pre-Fall 2017, Chanel
The classic Coco skirt suit.
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Spring 2016, Chanel
Youthful and sporty, with a bright blue cropped jacket over a black minidress and Mary Jane-style booties.

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Fall 2015, Chanel
Double-breasted detail for the win.
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Fall 2015, Chanel
Military-inspired has never looked quite like this.

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Spring 2015, Saint Laurent
Bandstand jackets get the ultimate cool-girl treatment.
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Spring 2015, Saint Laurent
Mixing all of the textures traditionally saved for the fall season — for spring.

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Spring 2015, Chanel
Oversize silhouettes have found their home in Cara's closet.
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Spring 2015, Stella McCartney
Cascading ruffles make a trench look nothing like the classic.

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Spring 2015, Givenchy
The little white dress goes edgy with thigh-high boots.
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Spring 2015, Fendi
A go-anywhere dress for the ages.

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Spring 2015, Topshop
An ethereal take on the naked dress.
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Spring 2015, Topshop
When tennis inspired your ready-to-wear look.

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Fall 2014, Chanel
Sweats that you can actually wear to dinner.
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Fall 2014, Stella McCartney
Taking the sweaterdress look up a notch, with a matching knit bag.

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Fall 2014, Fendi
When you want to be warm and chic at the same time.
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Fall 2014, Burberry
The belt-over-scarf trend that took over the season.

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Fall 2014, Burberry
Never don't love a monogram.
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Fall 2014, Giles
All black, all day.

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Fall 2014, Giles
Layering like a pro with a crop top over a dress.
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Spring 2014 Haute Couture, Chanel
Power suiting, 2.0.

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Spring 2014 Haute Couture, Chanel
The most ethereal wedding dress we ever did see.
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2013, Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Adding that subtle pop of color in sheer black lingerie.

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2013, Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Sporty romper, with a little peek of her brightly colored bra underneath.
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Spring 2014, Chanel
A dress that's like a painter's palette.

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Spring 2014, Chanel
When suiting gets the youth treatment.
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Spring 2014, Stella McCartney
Turning the floral minidress up a notch with a slight metallic brocade.

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Spring 2014, Stella McCartney
An LBD, complete with sheer panels, cut-outs, and an asymmetric neckline.
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Spring 2014, Burberry
A feminine and ladylike matching set.

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Spring 2014, Burberry
Classic and futuristic at the same time.
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Spring 2014, Giles
The LBD that boasts a full-skirted silhouette and an insanely gorgeous headpiece.

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Spring 2014, Peter Pilotto
Tailored suiting on the top, flirty cocktail dress on the bottom.
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Spring 2014, Topshop
For when you're headed to the beach, but want to channel that effortless '70s glamour.

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Spring 2014, Mulberry
When it comes to your suiting look, consider long shorts and a coat instead of traditional pants and a blazer.
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Spring 2014, Marc Jacobs
When sweatshirts meet sequins, the result is perfection.

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Fall 2013, Stella McCartney
Adding a bit of flirty lace to a knit polo dress.
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Fall 2013, Marc Jacobs
Why yes, we want to wear this boudoir look all the time, please!

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Fall 2013, Chanel
The perfect combination of edgy boots, a classic coat, and furry winter-ready hat.
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Fall 2013, Saint Laurent
Schoolgirl chic.

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Fall 2013, Lanvin
The little black party dress for a woman of any age.
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Fall 2013, Burberry
Why wear a skirt that isn't see-through when you have heart-printed briefs like these?

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Fall 2013, Marc by Marc Jacobs
Prints on prints on prints.
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Fall 2013, Jeremy Scott
Be bold in a printed crop top and matching miniskirt.

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Fall 2013, Tory Burch
The Upper East Side look, gone millennial.
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Spring 2013 Couture, Valentino
Allover embroidery is true couture magic.

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Spring 2013 Couture, Chanel
We can't wait to incorporate the feathered detail of this white gown into our spring wardrobes.
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Spring 2013 Couture, Chanel
We imagine Queen Elizabeth I might look a little like this today.

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2012, Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
The candy striper on the runway.
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Spring 2013, Dolce & Gabbana
Insert this look on the Italian coast, stat.

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Spring 2013, Chanel
Our favorite jeans have been turned into a strapless dress for spring.
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Spring 2013, DSquared2
Having her edgy ballerina moment on the runway.

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Spring 2013, Burberry
Elevating the classic trench in heavy white silk.
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Fall 2012, Burberry
The ultimate Brit in a peplum jacket and heavy plaid midi skirt.

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Fall 2012, Stella McCartney
Brocade perfection in a fluted-hem minidress.
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Born and bred in NYC, Avery Matera has worn many creative hats since studying English and Visual Arts at Tufts University. Not only is Avery a fashion and style writer, but she’s also a jewelry designer and photographer. Beyond Teen Vogue, her work has appeared in Glamour, Popsugar, Bustle, HuffPost ... Read More

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