On-screen, Damson Idris is as cool as they come. Off it, he’s also one of Hollywood’s most stylish men.
In recent times, Damson Idris has become something of a cultural phenomenon. On-screen, he’s as cool as they come, effortlessly switching between accents, genres and storylines alike. Impressive acting aside, Idris is also a bit of a style icon. On matters of sartorial success, he’s one of the best, proving himself an up-and-coming fashion icon in his own right.
To impress, you’ll do well to learn his style lessons. Here they are:
1. Colours, colours, colours
If you thought the keys to elegant, simple and stylish dressing were plain and dark shades, you’d be wrong. Colours, these days, are the trend. As Idris so regularly demonstrates, they can help boost your style game – making you the talk of the town, office or friendship group.
Mind you, putting them together is a skill in itself. Start by swapping some of your plain tees for brightly coloured ones – and those dark jeans or trousers for some checkered options. If it’s worked for Idris, it’ll work for you.
2. Shirts, so many beautiful shirts
Like The Great Gatsby before him, Idris also has a thing for beautiful shirts – and given that they seem to adorn his body with ease, it’s easy to understand why he’s such a big fan. Shirts have long been a style staple, an ever-fashionable option in a world of changing trends. Like Idris, you should opt for the some with casual flair, character and a pinch of je ne sais quoi.
3. For heavens sake, get youself a suit
On runways, every possible modification has been made to the humble suit, with designers making bold changes to signify their modern take on the classic outfit. Outside the creatively intense world of fashion, though, this style staple hasn’t much changed; the traditional suit, it seems, is here to stay. But when people like Idris continue to look impeccable in one, why wouldn’t they?
Like the young actor, always opt for the simple option to make the biggest impression.
4. Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication
Like the style greats before him, there’s one style lesson above all to learn from Idris: keep it simple. So, if you’re thinking of adding some extra accessories or particularly loud garments – bright colours notwithstanding – to your wardrobe, hold fire. Like Idris, Timothée Chalamet others of their generation, simplicity is often the ultimate sophistication. It works, clearly.
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5. Pink to make everyone wink
Wearing pink is one of the most fashionable things you can do. Don’t take our word for it, just look at Idris. In an age where blacks and greys are everywhere, make an impression by standing out. Whether dancing the night away or shooting the breeze over dinner, nothing says confident and stylish quite like a man in pink.