Airport Style: The Beckham Brood Return To The UK For Christmas

Posted: 19/12/11

Katie Jones

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When the Beckhams fly home for Christmas, they do it in style.

the-beckhams The Beckhams leave for London. Photo: Exposure

David, Victoria and their four children left Los Angeles at the weekend to fly back to their home in Hertfordshire. The family were dressed in suitably stylish flying ensembles, led of course by mum VB, who donned a black coat from her own collection and a pair of sky-high platform pumps for the 10-hour journey. (Where were the flats?)

As for the boys, David dressed down in jeans and a sweatshirt while Romeo looked oh-so-cool in a mac, skinny jeans and a trilby. Brooklyn and Cruz sported checked shirts and black boots, but let's be honest - the centre of attention had to be super cute Harper Seven, who stole the airport style show in a grey knit dress and a ribbon hairband.

How do you rate their jet-setting style? Let us know and take a look below to see David and Victoria's style evolutions.

Style Evolution: David Beckham

1985
 Ten years old but already showing sporting promise!
30 March 1993
 Looking ridiculously fresh-faced in the under-18 England team.
26 March 1996
 Apparently there were girlfriends before Posh - what?! Here's David with Julie Killilea at a film premiere in Bury.
10 February 1997
 David's footballing fashion is largely beyond his control (hairbands aside) but he does make the kits look good!
10 December 1997
 The loosely fitting Umbro tent and Adidas hat are a definite case of function triumphing over form for UEFA Champions League training sessions.
19 May 1998
 We're more used to David's outfits co-ordinating with Victoria's but Beckham and best mate Gary Neville look like peas in a pod on Mill Ride golf course.
26 May 1999
 David and Teddy Sheringham celebrate Manchester United's Champions League win in the club's famous red strip.
11 June 1999
 Top to toe matching leather outfits for a Versace store opening.
20 September 1999
 The couple co-ordination continues with jeans and black tops backstage at a Whitney concert.
September 1999
 David adds a pop of colour to an all black ensemble via a headscarf.
6 October 1999
 Mr Beckham scrubs up well at the MOBO Awards in a well tailored suit and unbuttoned shirt.
January 2000
 And just like that the hair has gone. David Beckham goes for a more grownup image as well as more jewellery. check out the sparkling stud earrings.
7 February 2000
 A purple leather duster finishes a distinctive plum-coloured outfit at the Withnail & I charity premiere.
11 May 2000
 Pristine whites for an outing in the Californian sun with son Brooklyn.
31 August 2000
 David Beckham demonstrates his fondness for jewellery at an England team press conference in Paris.
8 July 2000
 Moving swiftly on...
20 January 2001
 Another matching outing for the couple. David wears a barely buttoned shirt and shiny trousers.
15 March 2001
 A rare flirtation with bright colours.
23 May 2001
 Beckham's new mohawk hairstyle came in for criticism during this England press conference.
18 July 2001
 The stripes owe a debt of gratitude to Beetlejuice while the pose says 'nightclub bouncer' at this Police sunglasses promotion.
7 February 2002
 A more relaxed promotional appearance for Police sees David in ripped denim and brown leather.
23 April 2003
 On the pitch Beckham accessorises with body art and a hairband to keep his longer locks in check.
20 June 2003
 David greets Japanese school children in oversized jeans and a fitted tshirt.
20 April 2004
 Victoria puts a protective arm round her newly-shorn husband as he dons jeans and a blazer for a 19 Management party.
1 October 2004
 Swapping football boots for flip-flops at a DVD launch.
3 June 2005
 An exceptionally shiny suit coupled with a new hairstyle for the David Beckham Academy launch party.
31 October 2005
 Longer locks mean hairbands by the dozen on the pitch.
7 September 2006
 David accessorises his usual jeans and shirt with a waistcoat and baker boy hat - Oliver Twist chic?
5 May 2008
 The couple turn on the red carpet glamour - Armani for Victoria and a classic tux for David.
4 June 2008
 Beckham turns up to the opening of Gordon Ramsay's new West Hollywood restaurant dressed as a snooker player.
18 June 2008
 The ads had him wearing only his pants but David (sadly) managed a full suit for an Emporio Armani campaign.
18 June 2008
 However, you can see one of the advertising shots here.
3 August 2008
 What can we say? The man loves his waistcoats. David Beckham picks up the Teen Choice Awards for Choice Male Athlete.
26 September 2008
 The three piece suit is, perhaps, a piece too far as the couple launch their fragrance collection.
17 January 2009
 Dark pinstripes suit the star although he doesn't look too pleased about being the centre of attention.
20 January 2009
 A grey silk scarf makes Mr Beckham look rather debonaire at a Sky HD cocktail party.
11 June 2009
 David Beckham speaks at an Emporio Armani product launch - the white shirt accentuates his tan.
18 January 2010
 Oh dear.  Just because the event is focused on shoes, it doesn't mean you shouldn't make the effort elsewhere!
12 June 2010
 The England Ambassador looks ultra-smart in his suit as he shares a joke with the more casually attired Rio Ferdinand.
8 August 2010
 David perfects the cool casual look at the 2010 Teen Choice Awards.
7 August 2010
 Beckham greets Real Madrid players in navy blue.
15 December 2010
 David takes suited and booted son Brooklyn to A Night of Heroes at the Imperial War Museum - the floppy hair and cheeky smile clearly run in the family!
29 April 2011
 David Beckham wears head-to-toe Ralph Lauren for the royal wedding. The OBE makes for a fetching accessory although etiquette should see it occupying the left lapel.
14 May 2011
 Showing off his large collection of body art.

Style Evolution: Victoria Beckham

19 June 1996
 20-year-old Victoria Adams burst onto the music scene with her fellow Spice Girls. The Posh look involved a pout and a mid-length bob. We will gloss over the orange skirt and the belly chain.
10 May 1997
 There were also numerous very short skirts and a penchant for pointing.
31 Oct 1997
 The gold powersuit with visible gold bra makes a bold statement although she's competing against the similarly striking styles of her fellow Spices. The overlong sleeves could do with the attentions of a tailor, though.
25 January 1998
 Victoria and a remarkably floppy-haired David Beckham announce their engagement. Victoria opts for her signature high heels despite the gravel.
25 October 1999
 Ultra-tight red leather and a brand new haircut. Victoria Beckham hadn't quite cemented her 'Style Icon' status.
31 December 1999
 Sadly it seemed she also owned the leather dress in black.
01 Febuary 2000
 Victoria experiments with brights in this asymmetrical pink and blue dress.
26 March 2000
 The highlights of the previous month become an all over blonde crop. The denim jacket and skirt are a rare relaxed fashion moment for the star.
26 September 2000
 Victoria ditches the blonde crop in favour of brunette extensions and cracks a rare red carpet grin.
20 October 2000
 La Beckham's love affair with corset tops continues with this hot pink and orange affair.
17 September 2001
 A sheer pinstripe shirt is the order of the day for Victoria's autobiography signing at Selfridges.
05 March 2002
 The white suit is fine. We can live with the pink shoes. The necklace is baffling and upsetting.
28 April 2003
 Firming up her place in the fashion set Victoria wears Dolce and Gabbana to party with Naomi Campbell at the Costume Institute Benefit Dance.
31 May 2003
 Victoria must have been fond of her previous Dolce and Gabbana dress as she wore a similar style gown by the designers to the 2003 MTV Movie Awards.  The less said about the couple's penchant for matching outfits the better.
25 September 2003
 Radiant in red - Victoria attends the Lycra British Style Awards.
10 December 2003
 VB in a shiny blue jacket and ripped jeans at the UK Rocawear launch event.
17 October 2005
 Invisible straps and tape keep Victoria from revealing too much during the Swarovski Fashion Rocks event in Monaco.
21 December 2005
 Mrs Beckham leaves Claridges in this red dress. The cutout detailing is rather daring for midwinter.
20 May 2006
 Giraffe print (the most underused of all the animal prints) gets an outing at Cipriani restaurant.
11 September 2006
 When you have a heavily textured white dress and a serious tan, who needs accessories?
11 September 2006
 A rare foray into the world of trousers during Marc Jacobs' spring/summer 2007 show.
30 November 2006
 Roberto Cavalli is the designer of choice for the 58th annual Bambi Awards in Stuttgart.
18 May 2007
 Roland Mouret is the designer behind the hot pink creation Victoria wore to her husband's official LA Galaxy signing.
13 July 2007
 Every A-lister has a Herve Leger bandage dress tucked away in their wardrobe. Posh opted for the purple and silver version and showcased some serious cleavage.
10 September 2007
 Turquoise and black make a bold contrast at the Chanel Cruise show.
12 September 2007
 Victoria dips her toe into multi-coloured waters with this sixties-inspired shift dress and orange bag.
19 October 2007
 Another red frock for Victoria as she heads out of her New York hotel.
08 September 2008
 Mrs Beckham showcases one of her own designs (as well as a pixie crop) at Marc Jacobs New York Fashion Week show.
06 Febuary 2009
 Diamonds (on the bag) and silver (the trenchcoat) for another trip through Heathrow.
22 Febuary 2009
 Victoria cuts a dramatic figure in one of her own designs at Elton John's Oscar after party.
06 March 2009
 Channeling either a military action figure or Parker from Thunderbirds was not Mrs B's most stylish moment. Love the Louboutins though!
09 March 2009
 Victoria chooses an optical illusion Alexander McQueen dress for a meal out with David in Milan.
10 September 2009
 Fashion's Night Out brings out Mrs Beckham's sexy side with thigh high boots and a Giles deacon mini dress.
22 September 2009
 Another day another VB creation - this cutout grey dress was also seen on Carol Vorderman and Selita Ebanks.
11 December 2009
 A white cape coat and Hermes bag for a Parisian shopping trip.
12 December 2009
 Victoria teams faux fur with leather to keep warm on another trip out in Paris.
7 March 2010
 Victoria Beckham in Victoria Beckham at the Vanity Fair Oscar after party.
01 July 2010
 Do you even need to ask? Leighton Meester was also snapped in this Beckham creation.
07 August 2010
 Never one to turn up at the departures lounge in jeans and trainers, Posh picks sky-high peep toe boots and denim hotpants for a plane ride.
07 September 2010
 Vintage powder pink (Andrés Courreges, if you're wondering) and Miu Miu shoes for a transatlantic flight.
14 September 2010
 Keeping it simple as she returns to her hotel, Victoria opts for a structured bag, skinny leather trousers and a blazer.
29 April 2011
 Victoria keeps it simple in navy blue at the royal wedding. Major props for her commitment to skyscraper heels even when pregnant with her fourth child.