Timothée Chalamet named the best-dressed man in the world

Actor 'wears trickiest of designer ensembles while looking cool and comfortable,' British GQ states

Wednesday 04 December 2019 09:21

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Timothée Chalamet has topped a list for the best-dressed male celebrities in the world.

The Little Women actor, who has gained a reputation for his enviable style on the red carpet, ranked higher than stars including actor Brad Pitt, singer Troye Sivan and rapper Skepta.

The list includes 50 of the best-dressed men across the globe, as decided by British GQ.

The esteemed publication stated that Chalamet is an example of an actor who takes successful sartorial risks on the red carpet.

"Plenty of actors decide to take risks on the red carpet, and for that we applaud them, but so often it backfires," the magazine wrote.

Timothée Chalamet's best red carpet moments

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The actor stepped out in a slick silver suit complete with a cinched-in waist and a matching silk shirt. The cropped trousers gave way to Chalamet's glistening black boots.

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For a photocall earlier on that day, Chalamet chose a more casual silver ensemble consisting of cropped trousers, a boxy sports luxe blazer and a turquoise shirt.

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It was patterns galore for Chalamet at the BAFTAs, who turned up in a look designed entirely by Haider Ackerman. The "Beautiful Boy" actor matched his leopard metallic blazer to his shirt while his black trousers with checkered side detail added an extra dose of eccentricity.

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Ah, the famous harness. Chalamet's sparkly straps confused fans at first, but, like with many avant-garde garments, it wasn't long before the style set came calling and cried "FASHUN!". It's only a matter of weeks before you stumble across a harness at a Topman near you.

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This galactic look by Alexander McQueen is enough to transport you straight to Pluto. Colourful brushstrokes enchant while sharp tailoring brings it all together in one punchy fashion statement.

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The double-breasted suit is good, the grey shade makes it better, but the boots are the undisputed highlight of this outfit, adding a pleasingly vintage aesthetic with their burnished texture. Take note, aspiring double-breasted suit-wearers.

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Few could pull off such an outlandish Alexander McQueen suit, but Chalamet wears those oversized florals with unrivaled swagger.

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The young actor was a man in red at the LA premiere of his latest film, where he wore a scarlet suit designed by Louis Vuitton.

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A splattering of white makes this suit look like an artistic experiment. This Haider Ackermann option proves that a black tux need not be dull. The slim-fit makes for a sophisticated silhouette while the white appliqué pays homage to Chalamet's rebellious sartorial spirit.

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If you're going to wear a floral suit, you should pair it with box-fresh white sneakers. At least, that's the main takeaway from Chalamet's blooming ensemble here. It's another Alexander McQueen creation, in case you were wondering.

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Chalamet went all-white for his first Academy Awards, an outfit that he maintained for the infamous Vanity Fair after party, where he is pictured here. The suit, designed by Berluti, made the first-time nominee look both youthful and dapper.

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Thanks to the jet black hue of his hair, olive green is a shade that suits the 23-year-old actor, as this look aptly demonstrates.

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The satin sheen of this suit adds an upscale twist, taking the deep blue two-piece to the next sartorial frontier. Stiff black biker boots add a rebellious edge.

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Suede jackets seem to be a bit of a motif for the young actor. Though this one is in a more traditional shade than some of his other, more eccentric, options.

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Checked tuxedos are a smart casual fail safe, as Chalamet demonstrates with aplomb here. All you need is a simple collared shirt and a slicked-back hairdo to complete the look.

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A burgundy jacket is always a good idea, especially when paired with a white collared shirt and trousers that come in an equally earthy shade of brown.

Double-breasted jackets have had a renaissance in recent years in both men and women's fashion. Here, Chalamet shows why the look works so well on men, particularly when the aesthetic is so Peaky Blinders-esque.

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Roll necks might be synonymous with Andy Warhol and the Sixties, but as nostalgia continues to permeate the runways, they're making a comeback among other vintage staples. Chalamet pulls the style off by opting for an olive green shade, which stands out underneath the black tuxedo.

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Electric blue is a go-to for many red carpet aficionados, but it's a shade that's rarely seen on men, making Chalamet's choice particularly noticeable and commendable.

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Purple suede jackets are a rare sight. Clearly, Chalamet, who is rumoured not to have a stylist, is quite the savvy shopper. A statement piece like this deserves to shine, and it does here, with nothing but black trousers and a black sweatshirt to distract from the excellence of that jacket.

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"Not so with Timothée Chalamet, who wears the trickiest of designer ensembles but manages to look as cool and comfortable as if he were wearing regular black tie."

Earlier this year, the 23-year-old made headlines when he graced the premiere of his film The King at the Venice Film Festival wearing a belted silk and satin suit by Haider Ackermann.

In January, he attended the Golden Globes wearing a sparkly "embroidered bib" by Louis Vuitton, which sparked a huge reaction among his plethora of fans.

Here are the top 10 men featured on British GQ's best-dressed list:

Timothée Chalamet
Brad Pitt
Lil Nas X
David Beckham
Skepta
Keanu Reeves
Kai
Troye Sivan
Tyler The Creator
Alton Mason

Rapper Lil Nas X has become well-known for his bold fashion sense, having recently worn a custom slime-green Christopher John Rogers outfit to the American Music Awards, where he won the accolade for Favourite Song – Rap/Hip-Hop.

Former professional footballer David Beckham has starred in numerous sartorial campaigns over the years and was named an Ambassadorial president of the British Fashion Council in May 2018.

Meanwhile actor Keanu Reeves has gained a reputation for his signature style, frequently attending star-studded events in a signature, suave black ensemble.

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