No matter how hard she tries, Victoria Beckham will always be a Spice Girl. But this is a good thing. Sure, she's also an award-winning fashion designer, but her minimalist street style is so reminiscent of her superstar recording artist days that we can't help but see Posh Spice in pretty much all of her outfits.
Her best looks can be seen while she's sleuthing in and out of hotels, fashion awards shows, and her highly anticipated bow at the end of her runway collections each NYFW. (And catching her without her signature shades on is like seeing a teacher outside of school.) Here, we're documenting all of VB's best looks (post Rock & Republic). It's clear she's a master of the all-black power get-up, maxi-skirts, wearing high heels literally every day, and of course — above all — keeping it cool.
A lesson in tying your shirt around your waist that's more slimming than bulky.
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Every time we see Victoria Beckham in a black dress, we can't help but think of this Spice World moment.
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No jacket? No problem. Just borrow your famous soccer star husband's.
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"'Cause the lady is a vamp / She's a vixen not a tramp / She's a da da da da da da da / Come on, fellas / Raise your bets / 'Cause you ain't seen nothing yet / She's the top of the top / She's the best — yes."
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Forget a peplum top. Beckham proves the trend is still "in" by wearing the skirt version.
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We call this "Spice Girl off duty" style.
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Lookin' fly. ( Get it?)
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Are those flats we see?
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We're guessing her favorite animal is a swan?
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Now that's one way to add (removable) color to your outfit.
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A dress so everyday, we'd be surprised if we never saw it again.
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How to wear paisley when you hate wearing color.
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Can you spot the opening (and closing) of this dress?
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Even the most minimal of minimalists can't resist a little bit of sparkle every now and then.
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Now that's how you make an exit.
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So classique, she can't be beat.
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A lesson in Power Dressing 101.
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What do Nicole Richie and Victoria Beckham have in common? These.
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Either black or white — there's no in-between.
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Beckham claims that this is her favorite coat from her line. (It's ours, too. How funny.)
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When you're cold...but not too cold.
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Still not too cold...
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For when you can't decide if you want to wear a black skirt or a white one.
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Back to black. Duh.
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The chicest paparazzi shield we've ever seen.
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When in doubt, coordinate with the scaffolding.
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Victoria Beckham wearing Victoria Beckham.
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Why wear your blazer when you can put your hands in your pockets instead?
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As demonstrated here, to become properly swallowed by your clothing, buy everything three sizes too big.
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A double-breasted army coat that's perfect for every occasion, but especially for facing the paparazzi.
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