How To Reimagine Suiting, According to These Asian Stars
Want to break the rigidity of tailoring? Check out how these celebrities did it at the menswear shows
Learn the rules, then break them
The recent shows in Paris and Milan presented a clear vision for menswear: classic forms and elements transformed to meet today’s preference for comfort, movement, and bolder self-expression.
The suit, for instance, saw itself reinterpreted across various points of view, with some going beyond the seamless stitch: with ruffles, as with Comme des Garçons; or with exaggerated shoulders, shown by YSL.
Also equally intriguing are the stars who broke the rigidity of the suit, opting for different colors and cuts—even outright omitting traditional elements of the ensemble. They presented looks that were still sharp while going a bit off-script, and in ways that you can try out, too.
Check out how these celebrities did just that, in ascending levels of uninhibited style:
Go beyond exacting black and blue; play with earth tones and proportions
At AMI, Bright Vachirawit donned a mix of earth tones, punctuated with a black leather bag and relaxed trousers. Notice the untucked shirt and the unbuttoned coat that are just long enough without looking off-kilter. The look gives a relaxed yet dressy schoolboy vibe; a delicate balance between a mature and carefree fit.
Style takeaway: if you want to go beyond the usual blacks and blues for your suits, experimenting with earth tones is a good first step.
Counter formality with flair
The top half of Gong Yoo’s outfit at Louis Vuitton meant business with a hint of flair: beneath his well-fitted suit, he donned a patterned brown vest layered over a crisp white button-down with a black tie.
The bottom half got more playful: retro-inspired, denim-like flared pants that broke the formality of the upper part of his ensemble. The contrast was less jarring than it was eye-catching, showing how classic elements can be balanced with fun and movement.
Style takeaway: if you’re going to break away from traditional forms, start with one piece first, then build from there depending on your comfort level.
Ditch the shirt completely
This isn’t for everyone, let alone for every occasion. But if your confidence level and the event you’re dressing for allow it, consider leaving your shirt at home—just like how these men at Prada did it.
The style already stands out on its own, so choose a neutral color, like Kentaro Sakaguchi in black or Lee Do-hyun in white.
EXO’s Kai took it a step further with a denim jacket over a black suit. All three men chose to accent their looks with brooches, adding another focal point aside from the deep neckline.
Style takeaway: a daring fit needs to be tempered with something grounding—in this case, solid colors to balance the shirtless look—so that the ensemble still looks deliberate.
Whichever way you choose to reinterpret suiting, do so with conviction—that’s already half the battle won.
Photos courtesy Kentaro Sakaguchi, Bright Vachirawit, Lee Do-hyun
