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Capes are hot right now

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Leelee Sobieski realizes the power of a good cape -- it almost elevates her out of the hot mess category she's in right now because of those formal shorts. Capes, aren't just for Superman anymore. They're one of the must have items of the season!

When paired with a hood, wearing a cape get help you get that moody urban look so many grunge-chic fashionistas are trying for these days.

Sexy capes

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  • Sonoma $25 Kohl's
  • Noir $2235 Shopjake
  • Mossimo Wool Cape in Charcola $44.99 Target
  • Korisa Knitted Capelet $27.80 Forever 21
  • Anne Klein New York Women's Turtleneck with Cape $350 Bloomingdales

To spice things up a little bit, wear one in bright patterns. We actually love the way a houndstooth cape can add a preppy flare to most outfits.

Victoria Beckham has been seen rocking the cape like no other season. Her look is perfectly effortless for those days when it's too warm to wear a full on winter jacket but too cold to go with nothing.

We know you may not be able to afford the celebrity version, but browse through the gallery to find lots of great capelets at every price point!

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