Harry Styles, a chameleon of fashion, has always captivated audiences with his evolving style. From the early days of The X Factor, where he sported desert boots and a River Island scarf, his looks have spanned a myriad of trends – frat-boy vibes, 1970s rockstar chic, androgynous glamour, and even Elton John-inspired flamboyance. Now, at the cusp of his 30s, he has landed on a new aesthetic: the ‘normal-guy’ era.
This isn’t your average man’s style, of course. This is Harry Styles, after all. But his recent fashion choices are decidedly more relaxed and approachable than his past experiments. Think open-collared shirts and wayfarers at a football match, shorts and Sambas in Soho, or a big Umbro hoodie with aviator shades. These are the kind of outfits that any 30-something guy with a model-influencer girlfriend might wear.
There’s a distinct ‘dadcore’ vibe to his look, reminiscent of the 90s and early 2000s, when celebrities were often caught in casual wear – think Brad Pitt in baggy T-shirts or Jared Leto and Cameron Diaz sporting matching outfits. Harry’s new style evokes the nonchalant charm of a man who has reached a certain level of fame and wealth, choosing to blend in while still maintaining a touch of subtle sophistication.
Of course, this isn’t a complete departure from his past. The ‘dadcore’ persona blends seamlessly with Harry’s inherent style. He’s always exuded a certain ‘daddy energy’, a combination of charm and confidence that has been amplified in his latest looks. He embodies the image of a mature, responsible man, someone who likes to be in charge of the barbecue tongs and can effortlessly reverse a car with one hand.
This new phase of Harry’s style is a testament to his adaptability and ability to connect with his audience on a more relatable level. While he could easily wear a bin bag and still look stylish, his current ‘normal-guy’ persona showcases a different side of his fashion personality, a side that is both approachable and undeniably cool. As with all things Harry Styles, this new era is bound to evolve, but for now, we can appreciate the laid-back, ‘dadcore’ charm that he so effortlessly embodies.
