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The History of Berets

Who wore it better, the artists or the revolutionaries?

While colorful berets had become military headgear, black berets were then only popular among peasants.

Ultimately, no matter what way you choose to style your beret, staying true to yourself is key.

A woman wearing a beret, green sunglasses, red lipstick and hoop earrings

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Bella Hadid wears a black leather beret, houndstooth coat, and tiny sunglasses

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Woman wearing a beret, button-down shirt with tie, glasses, corseted top, baggy pants, and shoulder bag

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Woman wearing black beret, sunglasses, Loewe anthurium top, black wide leg pants, and red handbag

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