Back in February 2013, Cara Delevingne turned heads outside the Mulberry show at London Fashion Week, embracing her offbeat street-style reputation with a sporty-meets-punk outfit.
Then, at the peak of her “It girl” status, Cara’s look featured bold striped jeans and laid-back sneakers—an unexpected mix that perfectly captured the youthful, rebellious energy dominating early-2010s fashion.
Cara Delevingne embraced a unique “sporty-meets-punk” street style featuring eye-catching purple-and-white striped skinny jeans, a white varsity jacket over a gray top, a black beanie, distinctive yellow round sunglasses, and black low-top wedge sneakers
📣 Sporty-Chic Vibes and the Rise of Wedge Sneakers
The then-rising model layered a casual gray top under a classic varsity jacket, tapping into the sporty streetwear aesthetic that defined the early 2010s.
This was the era when wedge sneakers—popularized by brands like Isabel Marant—blurred the line between heels and high-tops, dominating street style and celebrity wardrobes before tapering off in popularity by mid-decade.
👟 Explore Wedge Sneaker Highlights:
- 🎬 Cara Delevingne in DKNY wedge sneakers — Street-to-red-carpet look at the 2014 BFI London Film Festival, featuring her edgy DKNY Griffin studded hidden-wedge trainers.
- 👠 Wedge Sneakers: The Must-Have Shoe for Celebrities — A classic roundup including Jessie J in Jimmy Choo Panama wedge sneakers and Sarah Jessica Parker in olive-green Philippe Model wedges.
- 🔼 Cara Delevingne’s Burberry Prorsum Chatsworth platform wedges — Her pointed-toe, ankle-strap black wedges worn at the Elle Style Awards.
- 🏀 Cara Delevingne spotted in Chicago Bulls tee…and wedge sneakers — A 2013 street-style moment pairing a sporty graphic tee with hidden-wedge kicks.
She contrasted the collegiate upper with statement-making striped skinny jeans by House of Holland — a bold piece that anchored the entire look. Rounding out the outfit, Cara kept it grounded in comfort with a pair of black low-top sneakers, adding an effortless, tomboyish finish.
Cara Delevingne pairs a classic varsity jacket with her outfit for a London Fashion Week event in London, England, on February 17, 2013 (Credit: Will Alexander / WENN)
Cara’s striped skinny jeans from House of Holland were once available at Farfetch, but this exact style has since sold out. If you’re looking to recreate the look, browse similar striped denim options from brands like GANNI, Frame, or Free People.
House of Holland Striped Skinny Jeans, $194.26
👟 More Cara Delevingne Shoe Moments to Explore
If you loved her bold striped jeans and sporty flair at London Fashion Week, you’ll enjoy seeing how Cara’s style has evolved over the years. From red carpet heels to street-ready sneakers, here are more standout shoe moments that capture her fearless fashion sense.
👠 Explore Cara Delevingne’s Best Shoe Moments:
- 📏 Cara Delevingne’s real height & shoe size revealed — Highlights her signature Christian Louboutin “Louise XI” over-the-knee boots with almond toes and five‑inch heels.
- 🎬 Cara Delevingne in Donna Karan and DKNY wedge sneakers — Covers her edgy street‑to‑red‑carpet look at the 2014 BFI London Film Festival, featuring DKNY Griffin studded wedges.
- ☀️ Cara Delevingne’s standout shoes at Revolve Festival 2025 — Spotlights her summery Prada Monolith crochet cage sandals paired with a swimsuit look.
- 🎀 Cara Delevingne wows in Sophia Webster strappy heels — Details her structured ‘Lacey’ leather‑and‑suede sandals with wraparound laces.
- 🏙️ Cara Delevingne’s NYC street-style in Olgana Paris & Jimmy Choo heels — Showcases blush‑toned pumps and velvet pumps during her 2017 NYC outings.
- 👟 Cara Delevingne’s Puma x Rihanna Creeper sneakers — Features her casual look at the Westfield WTC H&M launch, finished with black Creeper sneakers.