Cute Sporty Clothes For Spring 2012

For Spring '12, it's all about the fashionista who can juggle her sporty side with her sophisticated sensibility.

From left to right: Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang, VPL, and Rag & Bone

In addition to mesh, neoprene, and other slick materials, designers gravitated towards supercool track trousers, too.

From left to right: Roberto Cavalli, Altuzarra, and Gucci

For the more laid-back set, get cozy in neutral jersey layers, then go ultradynamic in cool sport shorts. Add a dash of contrast via white accessories for the final touch.

Alexander Wang Starter Short ($365)
ASOS Haste Leather Sandals With Buckles ($72)
J.Crew Jersey and Silk-Blend Tank Top ($27)
Vince Chunky-Knit Cotton-Blend Cardigan ($96)
Homam Travel & Duffel Bag ($95)
Nixon Vega Watch ($75)

Drawing from Altuzarra's Spring '12 line of tropical graphic prints and sporty undertones, we've whipped up something that's easy, breezy, and superchic.

Zara Trousers With Contrasting Ribbon ($60)
Marc Anthony Slim-Fit Casual Button-Front Shirt ($38)
River Island Tropical Floral Blazer ($81)
Nine West Look Global Pump ($89)
Hard Studded Collar Necklace ($24)

Top a silky striped dress off with a school varsity jacket. To maintain an athletic edge, don wedge sneakers and a mesh crossbody bag, but don't forget to keep it flirty with light pastel earrings.

Chloë Sevigny For Opening Ceremony Varsity Jacket ($575)
Topshop White Perforated Crossbody Bag ($68)
DKNY Striped Stretch-Silk Cutout Dress ($475)
See By Chloé High-Top Wedge Sneaker ($375)
Ben-Amun Multi-Stones Drop Turquoise Earrings ($95)

Style a racerback-style blouse with a graphic-print pleated skirt — the sporty vibe on top is matched by the tennis folds on bottom. Complement the look with a sweet gold cuff, slouchy leather backpack, and caramel-hued sandals.

Zara Racerback Studio Top ($100)
Proenza Schouler Pleated Printed Cotton Skirt ($650)
L.A.M.B. Women's Miyo Open-Toed Pump ($265)
Black Large Washed Backpack ($72)
Vince Camuto Color Block Cuff ($78)

This mesh jumper reminds us of an old-school baseball t-shirt. To complete the retro look, try on slim-fit flares, chunky wedges, and a neoprene-infused bag for size.

Knitted Mesh Sweat Jumper ($56)
Court Shop High Waist Bell Bottoms ($145)
Marc by Marc Jacobs Woven Leather Platform Sandals ($360)
Pierre Hardy Bag 61 Mini Quad Bag ($700)