The Sweat Tour, a joint venture by pop sensations Charli XCX and Troye Sivan, has etched itself into pop culture history. Beyond the electrifying performances and infectious music, the tour was a captivating spectacle of fashion. This collaboration brought together two distinct artistic visions, seamlessly blending the worlds of Charli XCX’s Brat era and Troye Sivan’s current musical landscape.
At the heart of this stylish spectacle were two talented stylists, Marc Forné and Chris Horan. Forné, known for his work with Troye Sivan, has masterfully transformed the Australian singer-actor into a fashion icon. Their collaboration has infused Sivan’s music with a distinct sartorial signature, creating a look that is both sexy and unapologetically queer.
Chris Horan, Charli XCX’s stylist throughout her Brat era, has been instrumental in propelling the Essex-born artist from a cult favorite to a global pop star with unparalleled style. Horan’s vision for Brat is a testament to his ability to capture Charli’s elusive essence and translate it into bold and aspirational fashion.
The Sweat Tour was a unique challenge for both stylists, requiring them to navigate the complexities of merging two distinct styles into a cohesive whole. From the early planning stages, Forné and Horan were determined to create a tour wardrobe that felt both wearable and evocative of the artists’ individual aesthetics.
“From my side, Sweat was meant to be the common ground between both [artists],” Forné explained. “It was a challenge, but it wasn’t our challenge at the beginning. It was for the creative teams and directors, so Gordon [von Steiner, Sivan’s] and Imogene [Strauss, Charli’s].” They had to make the show make sense. Once that happened, the styling came in.
Forné and Horan faced the daunting task of maintaining excitement and visual variety throughout the tour, a challenge exacerbated by the fast-paced world of social media. “I was also fearful because we wanted to keep the show exciting for people in each city,” Horan shared. “I feel like people have learned that for big shows, after the first week, you’ve already seen everything. So if artists don’t change looks, then it becomes boring as a fan or even from a social media standpoint.”
The result was a dazzling array of outfits, with Charli XCX ultimately sporting seven distinct looks per show and Troye Sivan showcasing six. This collaborative effort saw both stylists expertly balancing individual artistic visions while creating a cohesive, dynamic, and unforgettable visual experience.
The Sweat Tour was more than just a series of concerts; it was a cultural phenomenon. The fashion played a vital role in defining the visual identity of the tour, making it instantly recognizable and generating countless viral moments.
Forné and Horan’s ability to seamlessly blend fashion with music, creating a visual tapestry that resonated with fans worldwide, is a testament to their remarkable talent. The Sweat Tour serves as a prime example of how fashion can amplify and enrich the artistic experience, solidifying its place as a cultural moment defined by its unique fusion of music, style, and energy.