Cara Delevingne has a rare ability to pivot from a high-fashion editorial gaze to a playful, candid expression in a single shutter click. This versatility was on full display during a DKNY campaign shoot held in New York City’s Times Square in October 2013.
Joined by fellow models Jourdan Dunn and Eliza Cummings, Delevingne embodied the high-energy, youthful aesthetic that defined Donna Karan’s streetwear-inspired label. While the shoot required a professional edge, the collection’s eclectic styling—specifically a pair of vibrant, patch-covered jeans—seemed to invite the model’s signature personality to the forefront.
These statement denim pieces serve as a masterclass in urban DIY fashion. It is difficult to maintain a somber expression when wearing such a whimsical, texture-rich garment, and the resulting images capture a perfect balance of professional modeling and genuine fun.
Cara Delevingne balances edgy and chic atop a yellow cab in Times Square, pairing DKNY’s patch-covered jeans with sleek black pointed-toe pumps during a high-energy photoshoot on October 14, 2013 (Credit: Dennis Van Tine / Future Image / WENN)
The jeans looked even more fun when Cara styled them after the photo shoot: with a neoprene stadium jacket and neon-colored sneakers.
Backstage at a DKNY photoshoot in New York City, Cara Delevingne keeps it effortlessly cool on October 14, 2013, styling patch-covered jeans with sporty blue-and-green sneakers that underscore the label’s streetwear edge
Cara Delevingne’s jeans were clearly customized for the photo shoot, but you can easily recreate the look at home! Making your own patch-covered jeans is a fun and creative DIY project. Collecting unique patches is an enjoyable activity in itself.
If you don’t have the time, you can turn to these similar 3.1 Phillip Lim patch-covered jeans:
3.1 Phillip Lim Patch-Covered Jeans, $695
However, the above jeans cost a staggering $695. We still say go for the DIY and grab a pair of DKNY jeans on Amazon to serve as your canvas.
DKNY has a knack for choosing the perfect faces to represent its brand, with Rita Ora as a standout example. Now, turning back to Cara Delevingne, it’s clear she’s completely in her element, as these behind-the-scenes photos perfectly showcase:
Cara Delevingne effortlessly blends edgy and chic, rocking a paisley sweatshirt, mini skirt, chunky sneakers, and oversized sunglasses for a bold DKNY look
Cara Delevingne stuns in an effortlessly monochromatic DKNY look, pairing a sheer layered skirt with a sleek coat and sporty white high-tops for urban sophistication
Cara Delevingne rocks a relaxed denim-on-denim vibe with a casual jacket and cuffed jeans, elevating the look with sleek black stiletto heels for an edgy contrast
Cara Delevingne at a photoshoot for Donna Karan’s mainline fashion label, DKNY, in New York City on October 15, 2013 (Credit: TNYF / WENN)
What’s not to love about the outerwear pieces worn in this shoot? I bet the black printed sweater, the trench coat, the jacket, and the hoodie are the same things you’d like to keep in your closet.
Explore More Iconic Cara Delevingne Fashion Moments
For readers interested in exploring more of Cara Delevingne’s fashion moments, check out some of her most memorable looks:
👠 Explore Cara Delevingne’s Best Shoe & Fashion Moments on YourNextShoes.com:
- 👟 Cara Delevingne’s Real Height & Heels — A deep dive into how Cara uses designer footwear to elevate her 5’7¼” frame with standout choices from DKNY, Puma, Louboutin, Sophia Webster, and more.
- 👢 Cara Delevingne Rocks Tabitha Simmons Lace-Up Booties — An edgy shoe spotlight on Tabitha Simmons booties paired with London nightlife style.
- 🥾 Cara Delevingne Wows in DKNY Griffin Wedge Sneakers — Street-style meets red carpet with DKNY wedge sneakers that blend sporty and chic.
- 👡 Cara Delevingne’s Strappy Sophia Webster Heels — A footwear-focused look at Sophia Webster’s “Lacey” sandals and their leg-lengthening effect.
- 👟 Cara Delevingne’s Edgy Street Style: Puma Sneakers to Louboutin Boots — Tracking her off-duty evolution from sporty Puma Cali sneakers to sleek designer boots.
- 👠 Cara Delevingne’s Bold MTV Look in Jimmy Choo “Anouk” Pumps — A red-carpet highlight featuring the iconic pointed-toe Jimmy Choo silhouette.