Zayn Malik is on the rise. Whether he’s wearing a tux on the red carpet or joggers to coffee, his rocker-esque British style is constantly terrific. He gives everything he wears a unique edge. Here are a few of his most impressive outfits.
He understands how to dress, whether it’s in a full Versace suit with a Terminator edge for the Met Gala or in this decade’s must-know brand (Bode, of course). Although Harry Styles may be the ruler of wide-leg pants and pussy-bow blouses, Malik is the maestro of a decent pair of skinny jeans and a striking piece of armor or leather.
His red-carpet impressions may be few, but when he does, he does so in flair, which is why we called him our Most Stylish Man Of The Year in 2017.
1. PURCHASE A KILLER JACKET.
When: January 11, 2020
Why does it work? Malik is dressed in a minty-green patchwork jacket by Bode, his designer of choice for the twenty-first century. Emily Adams Bode’s namesake brand handles sustainable, statement outerwear better than any other, as seen on Donald Glover, Lakeith Stanfield, and even Malik’s former band member Harry Styles in his “Adore You” video.
2. WEAR SOMETHING THAT MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE YOU’RE IN THE MATRIX.
When: January 12th, 2018
Why does it work? Malik and girlfriend Gigi Hadid nailed couple-dressing and Matrix cosplay at the same time, nailing every detail of Keanu Reeves’ legendary outfit, including the extra-long overcoats (satin-blend for him, PVC leather for her), black underlayers, tough boots, and small sunglasses.
3. GO TO HELL IN THE SEARCH FOR LEATHER
When: January 26th, 2018
Why it works: A leather blazer shouldn’t work, yet it does when worn as Malik does. Taking inspiration from high-end companies like Dunhill, he demonstrates how to make an outfit work for you by sticking to one color — in this example, black – throughout.