5 Ways To Rock A Cape

Giovanna Battaglia | Photo via Fabsugar UK

The classic cape gets an update this season with architectural sharp lines, split sleeves and color blocking. Pair your cape with a short skirt for an extra feminine look, or opt for jeans, like Margaret Zhang, for a casual weekend ensemble.

Cape Trend on The Streets: Givoanna Battaglia, Margaret Zhang, Poppy Delevigne, Anya Ziourova

Wear one of the season’s biggest trends like a street style blogger with our picks for every budget.

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1. NastyGal Elliatt Cape Blazer $150, nastygal.com
2. Zara Cape With Striped Interior $119, zara.com
3. Holmes & Yang Colorblock Cape $459, barneyswearhouse.com
4. DSTM Cape Coat $872, farfetch.com
5. St. John Double-Face Cashmere-Blend Cape $995, saksfifthavenue.com
6. Kaviar Gauche Split Sleeve Cape $1040, farfetch.com

Another fun way to wear the cape trend when the summer weather hits is a cape dress, as seen on Alexa Chung.

Alexa Chung at Milan Fashion Week | Photo by Tommy Ton

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1. Peter Pilotto Printed Cape-Back Dress $1025, neimanmarcus.com
2. Maison Martin Margiela Cape-Inspired Dress $830, barneys.com
3. Nasty Gal Angel Cape Dress $68, nastygal.com
4. DKNY Cape Dress $149, dkny.com
5. Foravi Navy Cape Dress $279, shoptiques.com

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