It all started at the Dior autumn/winter 2017 show, when models wore every single outfit paired with a black leather beret. The accessory was also spotted on key street style favourites, namely Rihanna and Yoyo Cao, which took immediately effect in the fashion circle.
Soon, every other influencer was sporting her take on the beret, toying with its versatility paired with all manner of attire, from sheer dresses to tweed suits. Magazine editorials embraced the hat too, suggesting ways to effortlessly incorporate this accessory adored by Twiggy and Brigette Bardot.
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The beret has come a long way from Parisian roots to haute accessory, transformed by military influences, leather, fur and studs, among others, but the fun begins with the vast possibilities of modern outfit pairings. Here, be inspired by how 13 Instagram trendsetters are taking off their hats to the iconic beret.
1. Rihanna
The singer set in motion the street wear frenzy with the beret, when she paired her full-length trenchcoat with a black Dior leather beret.
2. Bella Hadid
The model rocked a military-inspired beret cap to her all-leather look for Elle Russia.
3. Chiara Ferragni
The top fashion influencer channeled military chic, complete with blazer, while in Paris.
4. Elsa Hosk
The swimwear model topped her cheeky Dior denim crop top with a black beret and menswear-influenced tailored trousers.
5. Margaret Zhang
The Australian trendsetter soldiers on winter in an olive coat and chic work boots, finished with a classic beret, of course.
6. Aimee Song
Aimee shows how to wear jeans with a beret. Velvet works too.
7. Yoyo Cao
The Singaporean fashion sensation keeps it low key and classy, with a leather beret, sleek hair and sweeping crepe dress.
8. Jenn Im
The Korean-American beauty blogger shows how to work a beret into a standard uniform of tank top and flared trousers.
9. Camila Coelho
Camila opts for a powder pink beret cap, to a clashing riot of denim, sequins and studs.
10. Chriselle Lim
Who would have thought a beret was the best way to cap a busy outfit of tweed, frills and heeled white mules?
11. Irene Kim
Korean model Irene tips her hat to smart, off-duty simplicity.
12. Patricia Manfield
The beret plays an unexpected accomplice to a frilly Victorian peek-a-boo dress.
13. Pandora Sykes
When in doubt, stick to a tweed suit. Play it safer with matching colour.
Take it a step further, and launch the gallery below to shop these beret hats.
