Paint it black

March 17, 2024

Some opted for classicism while other experimented with statement ensembles, but the gents favored black as a primary trend at the Academy Awards for 2024.

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Curated by Maheen Sabeeh

Cillian Murphy

Cillian Murphy, the man of the moment, who takes home the Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his performance in and as Oppenheimer, takes his red-carpet appearance very seriously. Collaborating with stylist Rose Forde, Murphy wears a custom Atelier Versace black tuxedo with drop shoulders, paired with patent boots, a silky shirt, an Omega watch, and an 18-karat yellow gold custom brooch by Sauvereign.

Bradley Cooper

An actor, writer, and director, nominated for 12 Oscars including three nods for Maestro, has never taken home the golden trophy. But he is a hit on the red carpet as he wears a double-breasted suit jacket and flares custom-made by Louis Vuitton, a rose gold Louis Vuitton Tambour watch, and De Beers jewels.

Jeffrey Wright

Best Actor nominee, Jeffrey Wright, looks dapper in a Giorgio Armani suit, luxury eyewear by Oliver Peoples, David Yurman jewels and an Omega watch.

Matt Bomer

Matt Bomer, one of the best actors of this generation, wears a sleek Brunello Cucinelli tuxedo with slim fit tailoring.

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Ke Huy Quan

Last year’s winner in the supporting actor category, mixes it up with a dual color, double-breasted Armani suit, styled with amber-tinted Oliver Peoples glasses, Cartier’s tradition pair of Chevron clip-brooches, with a watch, and cufflinks completing his look.

Colman Domingo

Nominated in the Best Actor category for his strong performance in the film Rustin, Colman Domingo opts for a custom double-breasted Louis Vuitton suit with golden crystal buttons, along with a brooch, black and gold leather boots, and an Omega watch.

Roger Federer

A tennis champion and a global superstar, Roger Federer looks stylish as ever in a white and black Prada suit along with co-designed sunglass style from RF Oliver Peoples collection.

Ryan Gosling

Featured in every best-dressed list and a Best Supporting Actor nominee, shines in a custom black Gucci suit adorned with glittering crystals lining his suit’s lapel and shirt.

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Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr., winner in the Best Actor in a Supporting Role category for his outstanding performance in Oppenheimer, dons a Saint Laurent ensemble with a bolo tie, high-waisted, wide-leg trousers with Tiffany & Co. jewelry and Jacques Marie Mage glasses.

Ramy Youssef

One of the most inspired looks from the red carpet, Ramy Youssef appears in every best-dress list. At the Oscars, he dons a traditional galabeya designed by Zegna, pairing it off with their classic blazer.

Reece Feldman

Gen Z’s Internet favorite content creator and TikTok star, makes an impeccable fashion statement in satin blouse and draped trousers in classic Saint Laurent.

Simu Liu

Simu Liu keeps his Oscar ensemble effective in a custom Fendi suit with no shirt, Christian Louboutin shoes, a Jacob & Co. watch, and De Beers jewelry blended into his suit. 

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