Every style lesson we've learned from Diane Kruger

Leave it to one of Hollywood's most fashionable leading ladies to teach us a thing or two about mastering red-carpet style. German actress Diane Kruger consistently proves that she's the ultimate style chameleon, whether it's mixing prints at premieres or giving us serious festival fashion #goals. <p>Here, we look back on some of her memorable sartorial moments and break down the rules for mimicking her signature style! Click through for a master class Diane's personal style over the years...
<h2>1. Add playful accessories to colour-block ensembles</h2> <p> Master of style Diane was a pop-art dream thanks to her colourful midi dress paired with strappy hot-pink sandals (and a bright-red mani). <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane brilliantly added a leopard clutch as a wild yet neutral pairing for her mauve colour-block dress. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>2. Head-to-toe white isn't just reserved for brides</h2> Diane was a vision in white wearing a full-skirted cocktail dress, to which she added a playful pop of colour courtesy of rouge heels. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
This white column Calvin Klein gown and metallic clutch proved that simple is anything but boring. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane's tiered lace gown brought a touch of Old Hollywood glamour to the 2006 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>3. Add a rock-star edge to festival fashion</h2> Diane shunned the floral crowns and fringe so popular in festival dressing, opting instead to don black suede boots and a rocker tee with her signature cool-girl edge. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane's garden party jumpsuit with cutouts and wide-brimmed hat would be equally at home in the VIP tent at Osheaga. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>4. Mix in punchy accessories for a high-impact statement</h2> <p>A fuchsia clutch and pastel heels gave Diane's floral jumpsuit an unexpected dose of colour. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane added a pop of coral to a classic grey crop top and flared denim for a vibrant statement. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
While the feathery skirt and metallic detail of this dress impress on their own, Diane expertly added a statement-making pink clutch as a personal touch. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
A gold clutch was the perfect metallic accent for Diane's structured black jumpsuit. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane was pretty in pink at the Met Gala with sheer embellished trousers and a heart-shaped red clutch. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>5. Keep it comfy yet chic at the airport</h2> <p>Diane donned a simple denim shirt, houndstooth skirt and black flats while maneuvering through the airport in style (bonus points for her colourful carry-on). <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane added a classic Parisian touch with a nautical Commes des Garçons top and denim after arriving in Los Angeles. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>6. Bring a bit of biker to the red carpet</h2> The actress channeled the '90s in denim shorts, fishnet stockings and a tailored blazer. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Donning sequin Chanel, Diane pulled off a sophisticated rocker look with a leather moto jacket fashionably draped over her shoulders. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
The shredded detail of this dress and half-knot hairstyle play to Diane's sartorial edge. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>7. Top off a look with chic headwear</h2> <p> Diane emitted some serious French fashion-girl vibes by topping her denim dress and metallic studded flats with a black beret. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane embodied sophisticated collegiate chic with a plaid dress and black tights topped off with her black beret. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
A wide-brimmed hat kept the sun at bay as Diane did seaside chic in Venice. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>8. Add a pretty floral detail for a ladylike look</h2> <p> This gorgeous pastel Dolce & Gabbana dress with a sequin floral embellishment is a feminine twist on the actress's typical cool-girl style. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Who says floral has to be predictable? Here she switched up the classic look with a mod, sequin-detailed cocktail dress. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
The 3D-chiffon collar and floral detail lent a punchy and playful spin to a classic little white dress. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>9. Switch up mod ensembles for a personal twist on this classic look</h2> <p>Never one to be predictable with her fashion taste, the German beauty added a playful print to this black and white pairing. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane looked handsome as ever by adding tuxedo accents - suspenders and a polka-dot bow tie - to a simple blouse and black trousers. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>10. Be the belle of the ball in a splashy print</h2> <p>Fresh-faced Diane kept her accessories to a simple clutch and black belt while stealing the show in this painterly chiffon gown. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane stood out in fresh hot pink-and-teal Prabal Gurung trousers and a black crop top (with a pretty fuchsia pout to match). <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>11. Arrive in style with your equally fashion-savvy date</h2> Diane coordinated black red-carpet ensembles with her then-boyfriend Joshua Jackson (but kept all eyes on her with her wild lace-up sandals). <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
The stylish duo coordinated their off-duty looks in matching print scarves and black shades while strolling in New York. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane and Joshua shared a mutual affinity for plunging necklines. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
All eyes are on Diane's creamsicle-hued column dress. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Masters of comfy chic, Diane and the former <em>Dawson's Creek</em> actor donned cozy textures and rich hues when stepping out in New York. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
The photogenic pair were black-tie ready as Diane rocked a pretty pink chiffon gown and Joshua a tuxedo at amFar's Inspiration Gala in 2015. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>12. Wear red for a no-fail Hollywood style statement</h2> Diane looked flawless in crimson Donna Karan Atelier and a matching lip at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in 2015. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Even a tiny pop of red – via this Chanel clutch – adds a bold touch to this classic feminine blouse-and-trousers ensemble. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>13. Go for bold with bright heels</h2> <p> There's no denying the high-intensity statement of adding vibrant-yellow heels to a black-studded ensemble. Bravo! <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane opted for a pretty and feminine look with red satin ribbon sandals to play up her black sequin gown at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane added a vampy red lip to complement her bright heels and chic cut-out jumpsuit. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>14. Make friends with the best fashion designers</h2> Diane arrived in style to the 2015 Met Gala with a nude-sequin top and pleated chiffon skirt on the arm of her pal Jason Wu. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
Diane showed off her sunny side in a tiered yellow chiffon Prabal Gurung down, personally styled by the designer himself. <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
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