The best accessory for any red carpet is a stunning date on your arm, which both Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen prove. But, there were a few guys who were able to stand alone and still look amazing thanks to their outfit choices. Here’s our top picks from last night’s Met Gala.
Tom Brady’s classic tux included a velvet jacket, bigger bowtie and pocket square, helping him look more James Bond than quarterback.
We couldn’t have a Celeb Style section and not include Nick Wooster, the Men’s Fashion Director at Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus. Having such a hefty title, it’s a given that he’s got some serious style himself and chances are, you’re already aware of this.
Menswear has quickly reacted to the demand for more colours, different fits, new shapes, and more visually interesting pieces, so taking some inspiration from Nick Wooster’s colourful wardrobe isn’t impossible.
His style is so personal, and consistent, mixing facial hair and hair style, but remaining put together with tailored suits and consistently on-point choice of tie bars, pocket squares, and accessories.
To emulate this style, never shy away from patterns and colour – mix them together and find out what works with what for your style. Ankle-baring pants with a slimmer fit, and collared shirts are a must-have for this summer. To complete the look, invest in a simple tie bar and a few colourful ties.
Nick proves that having fun with style and having a unique look isn’t just for young guys. No matter what your age is, have fun and don’t be afraid of standing out. As long as it’s done in good style.
GQ has crowned British rapper Tinie Tempah as the Best Dressed Man in Britain for 2012.
Unlike many of his fellow rappers, Tempah opts for a smart look of slim fitted pants, graphic colour blocking, and crisp lines.
There was a major shake-up in GQ’s best dressed list for Britain, a lot of new names and a lot of men have dropped off the list. GQ’s voting panel listed Tempah’s true passion for elegance and proportion as the main reason he was awarded the top spot.
Keeping proportion in mind goes hand in hand with looking elegant (which is not just a term for the ladies anymore). It all goes back to buying clothes that fit your body.
Tempah opts to keep his accessories simple, making him known for his ever-present thick RayBans. We love his ability to keep it simple and let his clothing choices speak for themselves. This is how to pull off effortless style, also known as elegance.
Even his casual looks are still fitted (but a little more relaxed) and stylish looking, opting to wear his shirts buttoned to the top, avoiding looking too casual.
For formal events, chose suits with details like contrasting lapels or side taping. If you’re going with a detailed jacket (or top ensemble like Tinie’s outfit on the left), keep your pants solid. The one button blazers and jackets work great to keep his shape slim.
Canadians don’t get a global reputation for being the most stylish people. But for young, urban, aspirational guys in North America, Canadian rapper Drake is one of the most stylish celebrities.
It’s all in the details for Drake. His casual style includes Tom Ford Baccarat sunglasses, and his event outfits have included velvet loafers with tassels.
Recently, we’ve seen him take more risks with fashion, like the blue silk tuxedo jacket pictured below. He’s put the days of baggy jeans and sweaters behind him (for the most part) and has grown into a cleaner, more mature look.
To get Drake’s style, the key is to invest in quality pieces and look for things with a twist. Whether it’s asymmetrical zippers and details on jackets, jeans with a more tapered fit, or unique textures. Drake loves high price designer items, but you don’t have to break the bank. Many mid-range designers have amazing and unique accessories that will easily give you look an urban edge.
When you’ve got the basic leather jacket, jeans, henleys, preppy sweaters and sneakers in your wardrobe, start looking for varsity bomber jackets, sunglasses, and of course, sweaters.
Having a lot of casual wear is key. We only ever see Drake really formal for red carpet or big events, so his casual wear often goes into the night.
Horizontal stripes are preppy and can dress up a casual outfit. Like many of his heartfelt songs he often goes against the grain of other rappers. Make the preppy look younger by including jeans and sneakers.
Men who are confident with their masculinity can get away with wearing more feminine pieces and still be sexy. Lenny Kravitz is going through a boot and scarf phase, two pieces that are usually reserved for the ladies. However, he still oozes masculine sexuality. Which explains his reputation as a rock and roll ladies’ man.
After five platinum albums, he’s got the creativity behind him to back up his totally individual and eclectic look. Even if you don’t have a platinum album you can still get his look.
If your wardrobe doesn’t have Lenny’s rocker look already, start with skinny jeans, a good leather jacket, and some basic tops including t-shirts, undershirts, and casual button-up shirts. To take it further, add some neutral scarves, aviator sunglasses and simple accessories like dog tags, rings, or a really nice pair of leather boots.
Over the years, Kravitz has reinvented his style many times. he’s tried everything from fur, dreadlocks, leather, heeled boots, and lots of rocker blacks. Even if you don’t like his current style, he shows us that men don’t have to be afraid to make mistakes and try things out.
He’s had his questionable fashion moments, like the time he wore these leather boots with a wedge heel. He’s not the first rocker to use shoes to gain height, though.
