Rock Boy Fashion Is As Flawless As It Is Flawless

When it comes to rock boy fashion, it’s not so much about the latest trends or what’s in season – instead, the flamboyant ideal of the rebellious young man has endured for decades. Whether it’s scrawled-on tees and beaten-up leather jackets or the Pendleton shirt and khaki shorts of surf culture, these styles are as iconic now as they were when the music first made them famous.

Unlike today’s sartorial standards, rock clothing was a mix-and-match affair, with bands choosing a style that suits their personalities and aesthetics. While some opted for a uniform (the Ramones favoured drainpipe jeans and biker jackets), others, such as the Beastie Boys, had a penchant for tailoring. Mike D wore a yellow three-piece suit in the “Ch-Check It Out” video, while the band rocked out at T In The Park in 1998 wearing boiler suits and canary-yellow Wellington boots.

The heyday of rock also heralded a fragmenting of sound and style, with over-the-top glam the preserve of artists like Bowie and Slade, and country-tinged southern rock groups such as Lynyrd Skynyrd and Creedence Clearwater Revival showing off their good-ole-boy roots through their clothes. Then there were the ’70s glam-rockers, who threw caution to the wind and embraced all things shiny and sequined.

These trends are still alive and kicking today, with designers from Anthony Vaccarello to Hedi Slimane taking inspiration from rock-inspired silhouettes. It’s not just couture houses either – Balmain models donned sequined puffer jackets and ripped jeans, Givenchy had men in louche leopard-print coats and skinny knitwear, and Dries Van Noten and Haider Ackermann dressed their boys in kilts, patterned tops, and striped silk scarves.

If you’re looking to add some rock boy flair to your outfit, start with a pair of coated or lamA(c) jeans in a bold shade. Then, tuck in a pair of badass platform boots and wear a sequined T-shirt or blouse. Finally, top off your look with a baker boy or fedora hat, some flashy jewellery, and a touch of lip gloss for a pop of colour.

And don’t forget the music! A killer playlist will set the tone for your entire look. Try something like the “Spirit in the Sky” by The Beatles, or Freddie Mercury’s flamboyant version of the song, featuring lyrics such as ‘I want to be a star, and I’ve got the magic power of Rock & Roll’. So get out there and sing along – you never know when the next big thing might be just around the corner.