Style Icon: Steve McQueen
Steve McQueen - racer, motorcycle enthusiast and movie star - remains after all this time the undisputed king of cool. Known for his love of clean cut masculinity, McQueen's style is timeless, transcending generations. With a style not bound by class or location, McQueen has become an icon not just for his work in cinema but for his effortless and instantly recognisable dress sense. From a troubled childhood to an illustrious military career, McQueen never let his past define him, instead becoming a man of action both on and off the screen. Though he was notoriously difficult to work with, he made time in his life for his true passions - charity work and racing. As one of the most in demand stars of the day, McQueen could pick and choose the roles he wanted. From The Great Escape to Bullitt, McQueen quickly became known for his classic style pieces. While it would be east to say Steve McQueen is one of the all time great vintage style icons, it's by no far stretch where you could say he's one of the world's best-known dressers. His sartorial style was never forced, instead with a more relaxed masculine look. While typically cited as a male style icon, there's no reason not to take style cues from McQueen's back catalogue of iconic looks. The real statement piece to pull together any McQueen inspired look is of course a Belstaff waxed jacket. A black belted race master truly captures his everlasting style and a true heritage piece. Pair this with a loose classic fit white tee (H&M makes light and durable tops perfect for this) and some dark straight cut Wrangler jeans.
