The Golden Globes red carpet has given us a glimpse into the trends that will shape the Oscars. And for now, it seems like men are trading in their flashy suits for something more understated and sophisticated.
As Timothée Chalamet strutted down the carpet, looking every bit the part of a Hollywood leading man, he proved that the staid suit is back and better than ever. Gone were the days of flashy color and bold patterns – instead, we saw a sea of black, navy, and charcoal grey suits that seemed to stretch on forever.
While some women made waves with their brightly colored gowns, the men's fashion was decidedly more subdued. And it wasn't just Chalamet who followed suit – his co-star Odessa A'zion wore a monochromatic trouser suit that looked every bit as stylish.
It seems like the industry has made a slight shift back to "nice regular clothing" for men on red carpets, according to Esquire UK's style director Zak Maoui. And it might reflect a wider sentiment in menswear, where brands are presenting more wearable and less flashy clothing.
But even if men's fashion is taking a step back from the spotlight, there were still moments of color and excitement on the carpet. Elle Fanning wore a stunning silver Gucci gown that sparkled like diamonds under the lights. And Tessa Thompson rocked a custom sequined column by Balenciaga that looked every bit as glamorous.
And then there was Wunmi Mosaku's breathtaking canary yellow bespoke gown, which not only turned heads but also held a deeper meaning for the actress – her Yoruba heritage is often associated with gold, and "Iya ni Wúrà" means "mother is golden". It was a powerful moment of self-expression on the red carpet.
As we wait to see what the Oscars will bring, it's clear that men's fashion is taking a step back from the flashy and bold, and embracing something more understated but no less stylish. And with designers like Jonathan Anderson and Pierpaolo Piccioli leading the charge, there's plenty to look forward to in the months ahead.
As Timothée Chalamet strutted down the carpet, looking every bit the part of a Hollywood leading man, he proved that the staid suit is back and better than ever. Gone were the days of flashy color and bold patterns – instead, we saw a sea of black, navy, and charcoal grey suits that seemed to stretch on forever.
While some women made waves with their brightly colored gowns, the men's fashion was decidedly more subdued. And it wasn't just Chalamet who followed suit – his co-star Odessa A'zion wore a monochromatic trouser suit that looked every bit as stylish.
It seems like the industry has made a slight shift back to "nice regular clothing" for men on red carpets, according to Esquire UK's style director Zak Maoui. And it might reflect a wider sentiment in menswear, where brands are presenting more wearable and less flashy clothing.
But even if men's fashion is taking a step back from the spotlight, there were still moments of color and excitement on the carpet. Elle Fanning wore a stunning silver Gucci gown that sparkled like diamonds under the lights. And Tessa Thompson rocked a custom sequined column by Balenciaga that looked every bit as glamorous.
And then there was Wunmi Mosaku's breathtaking canary yellow bespoke gown, which not only turned heads but also held a deeper meaning for the actress – her Yoruba heritage is often associated with gold, and "Iya ni Wúrà" means "mother is golden". It was a powerful moment of self-expression on the red carpet.
As we wait to see what the Oscars will bring, it's clear that men's fashion is taking a step back from the flashy and bold, and embracing something more understated but no less stylish. And with designers like Jonathan Anderson and Pierpaolo Piccioli leading the charge, there's plenty to look forward to in the months ahead.