5 Unmissable Style Lessons Victoria Beckham Has Taught Us Over the Years

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When it comes to timeless style that’s never boring, Victoria Beckham is the sartorial queen. Whether she s serving up Posh Spice energy in a little black dress or being the best model for her eponymous collection in polarizing leggings, she continues to be a major source of outfit idea inspiration. So it only feels right to dive a bit deeper into the biggest style lessons she has taught us, especially on her birthday, which is April 17.

Ahead, we ve gathered the styling tricks and tips she has graciously imparted. So grab a pen and paper and prepare to take notes on Beckham’s most notable looks ahead.

An Off-Duty Uniform Is Critical for Sartorial Success

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For elevating casual moments, Beckham has a clear uniform that she rarely strays away from: a polished pair of leggings paired with a sophisticated jacket. In some cases that jacket is a longline cardigan, in others it’s a cozy chic parka—either way its a winning combination that always ensures she’s photo-ready just in case the paparazzi are around.

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Wardrobe.NYC

brushed cotton-blend cardigan

Victoria Beckham

VB body slit-hem leggings

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The Row

Cybil leather mules

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Victoria Beckham

aviator sunglasses

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Frame

wool-blend twill jacket

Toteme

zipped-cuff jersey leggings

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Loulou Studio

Zanzibar cropped wool-cashmere cardigan

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Another Tomorrow

seamed leggings

La Ligne

ribbed cardigan

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Wolford

Perfect Fit leggings

Never Underestimate the Power of a Statement Shoe

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It’s no secret that Beckham loves a great dress, but what makes those one-and-done staples standout are her unexpected shoe pairings. From peep-toe boots to PVC-trimmed heels, Beckham knows how to harness the power of an eye-catching red stepper. Follow her lead and anchor your spring frocks with the vibrant hue.

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Zara

ZW Collection poplin dress

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Saint Laurent

Chica pump

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Victoria Beckham

55MM plaque square sunglasses

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belt zip leather shoulder bag

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Loewe x Paula s Ibiza

tie-front shirt dress

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Alaïa

Cœur 55 slingback pumps

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Toteme

V-neck slubbed poplin dress

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Proenza Schouler

Mary Jane mesh ballet flats

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A.L.C.

Inez satin halter dress

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M.Gemi

Sacca Donna shoes

For the Illusion of Longer Legs, Turn to High-Waisted Pants

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Believe it or not, Beckham stands at only 5’4”. But with a dependable collection of leg-lengthening pants she always creates the illusion of added height.

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printed silk shirt

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Max Mara

Hangar wide-leg pants

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Victoria Beckham

75mm slingback heels

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Mini Pebble Bucket

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Toteme

woven straight-leg pants

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Khaite

Danielle straight-leg jeans

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Isabel Marant

Lemony high-rise jeans

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Agolde

Dame wide-leg cuffed jeans

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Favorite Daughter

The Favorite pant

Every Closet Needs a Little Black Dress

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For decades, she’s proven just how valuable a little black dress can be in anyone’s closet. This spring and summer, channel your inner Posh Spice with a sleeveless option in a fitted silhouette.

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VB Body stretch-knit mini dress

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Skims

cotton rib tank dress

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Bec + Bridge

Marisol minidress

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Babaton

Spectre dress

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Reformation

Alden knit minidress

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Norma Kamali

sleeveless Pickleball dress

Beare Park

paneled silk-faille mini dress

Have Fun Experimenting with Unexpected Colors

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While Beckham certainly loves her all-black looks, she also has a natural talent for mixing and matching unexpected shades. Recently, she proved just how pretty lilac can look next to caramel-y hues.

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merino blend roll-neck sweater

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The Frankie Shop

Malvo Maxi skirt

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Victoria Beckham

Chain Pouch leather shoulder bag

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Saint Laurent

Severine pumps in patent leather

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Khaite

The Julita Top

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Saint Laurent

Cotton-corduroy high-rise wide-leg pants

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Loewe

anagram boxy cotton jersey T-shirt

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Marni

pleated leather midi skirt

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Sporty Rich

embroidered striped cotton-poplin shirt

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Mango

suede miniskirt