InStyle’s fashion director Cindy Weber Cleary is selecting her favorite looks for spring 2013 straight from the runway. Click to see her top choices for next season, as she describes what makes each look special—and worthy of room in your closet—from gorgeous evening looks to luxe daytime options.
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In a brilliant homage to grunge, Dries Van Noten managed to communicate a kind of effortless elegance with plaid "flannel" chiffon shirts untucked over mismatched florals and plaids.
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I always love a "special" coat like this pale pink appliqued beauty from Prada's Japanese-inspired collection.
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With its namesake designer back at the helm, Jil Sander offered perfect minimal work looks like this pale pink dress over an oxblood sweater, complete with matching accessories.
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The combination of a belted jacket, supple leather shorts, and a colorblock tote made for the chicest representation of sportswear and accessories this season.
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From its dusty apricot shade to its floral appliques, Bottega Veneta's loosely cinched dress was the epitome of modern romance.
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Proenza Schouler designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez made a major case for leather as the new springtime essential. The perforated texture of this jacket lightens the weight and the attitude-simply stunning.
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The slinky separates spotted on Narciso Rodriguez's runway were some of the most beautiful pieces of his career. The expertly draped dresses mixed with menswear-inspired toppers made for looks that were both lovely and fierce.
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From it's muted shades of gray to its cascading pleats, I love everything about this gentle spring skirt suit. Plus, the additions of strappy sandals and a simple hair ribbon add a feminine touch.
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The it-Brit showed a beautiful collection with a focus on great sportswear and shirt dressing. This belted jumpsuit was the perfect example of its casual-yet-chic vibe.
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Altuzarra's first look had a slightly equestrian silhouette, cinched at the waist with an exaggerated hip. The addition of a casually ticking stripe was so cool. And what about those peep-toelace-up oxfords?
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Jason Wu's first look out, a leather sheath with netted insets, was unexpected and signaled the designer's new sultry sensibility.
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Cindy Weber Cleary's Picks
InStyle’s fashion director Cindy Weber Cleary is selecting her favorite looks for spring 2013 straight from the runway. Click to see her top choices for next season, as she describes what makes each look special—and worthy of room in your closet—from gorgeous evening looks to luxe daytime options.
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Dries Van Noten
In a brilliant homage to grunge, Dries Van Noten managed to communicate a kind of effortless elegance with plaid "flannel" chiffon shirts untucked over mismatched florals and plaids.
Prada
I always love a "special" coat like this pale pink appliqued beauty from Prada's Japanese-inspired collection.
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Jil Sander
With its namesake designer back at the helm, Jil Sander offered perfect minimal work looks like this pale pink dress over an oxblood sweater, complete with matching accessories.
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Fendi
The combination of a belted jacket, supple leather shorts, and a colorblock tote made for the chicest representation of sportswear and accessories this season.
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Bottega Venetta
From its dusty apricot shade to its floral appliques, Bottega Veneta's loosely cinched dress was the epitome of modern romance.
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Proenza Schouler
Proenza Schouler designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez made a major case for leather as the new springtime essential. The perforated texture of this jacket lightens the weight and the attitude-simply stunning.
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Narciso Rodriguez
The slinky separates spotted on Narciso Rodriguez's runway were some of the most beautiful pieces of his career. The expertly draped dresses mixed with menswear-inspired toppers made for looks that were both lovely and fierce.
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Donna Karan
From it's muted shades of gray to its cascading pleats, I love everything about this gentle spring skirt suit. Plus, the additions of strappy sandals and a simple hair ribbon add a feminine touch.
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Victoria Beckham
The it-Brit showed a beautiful collection with a focus on great sportswear and shirt dressing. This belted jumpsuit was the perfect example of its casual-yet-chic vibe.
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Altruzarra
Altuzarra's first look had a slightly equestrian silhouette, cinched at the waist with an exaggerated hip. The addition of a casually ticking stripe was so cool. And what about those peep-toelace-up oxfords?
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