British actor and musician Robert Pattinson made headlines when he showed up at the 2013 L’Oreal Paris Women’s Fashion Festival in Paris, France in a brown tracksuit. The 27-year-old actor chose a color that is not traditionally associated with men, and has not been seen on him before. The reason he decided to sport this color is unknown as of now.
A Statement Of Fashion-forwardness
The decision to wear brown is likely in reference to recent and upcoming movie roles he has lined up. According to website TMZ, Pattinson is set to star in Woody Allen’s thriller A Rainy Day in New York, based on the novel of the same name by E.L. Womenswear Daily noted that “the choice of color is daring” because it’s not something that’s usually seen on men, and it makes him “stand out in the crowd.”
Different Shades Of Brown
Although brown has been seen on celebrities before (think: Rihanna and Jennifer Lopez), it rarely serves as a choice for men. In fact, according to Express, when men do wear brown, it’s usually associated with either men of authority or menial tasks such as manual labor. This is most likely why Pattinson decided to buck the trends and sport this daring color. What are your thoughts on his choice? Do you think he made the right choice? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
Why Did He Wear It?
While it’s exciting to see celebrities sport daring shades of color that not many men traditionally choose to wear, it is vital that we understand why they make these bold moves. According to Express, celebrities sporting unusual colors often do so for a specific reason. In this case, we know that Mr. Pattinson is turning down traditional colors in order to stand out among the crowd. However, this still does not explain why he decided to wear this particular shade of brown. Was it because he has been seeing a lot of chatter about it online, or did he think it would make him look cool? If you were him, would you have chosen a different color? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
The Look
Just like with any other celebrity style move, there are several “looks” that can be recreated with this style choice. It is possible to wear brown and still follow conventional styling tips. For example, you can wear suits with brown shoes or brown accessories. Some individuals will even go so far as to add a touch of color with a red dress or a crisp white shirt.
If you’re looking to recreate this “look” yourself, start by selecting a color that is not typically associated with men. For a daytime look, choose a tan suit or white shoes and a green dress. If you feel more playful, go for a burgundy suit and sneakers, and accessorize with a big red rose. Of course, if you want to make a more dramatic statement, go for a deep brown suit and add a touch of color with a scarf or a hat.
Traditional And Daring
On the opposite end of the spectrum, you have traditional styles that many men wear these days. These are colors that are associated with older generations and typically seen on men of authority. It is no secret that men of authority wear shades of brown to denote their strength, so it comes as no surprise that this is one of the colors chosen by Pattinson. He is turning away from the traditional black and white checkerboard prints (think: Gucci and Burberry) and towards something more unique and daring.
A Rainy Day
It is no secret that Woody Allen is one of the most iconic directors of all time. He has won four Academy Awards (including Best Director) and was nominated for a total of ten. He also wrote and directed one of the most iconic films of all time, Annie Hall, which won him another Academy Award. The legendary director’s latest film is A Rainy Day In New York, and it has Pattinson in the leading role. The film will be released in theaters across the country on August 16.
Based on the novel of the same name by E.L. Womenswear Daily noted that “the choice of color is daring” because it’s not something that’s usually seen on men, and it makes him “stand out in the crowd.” They go on to say that “the actor is a strong and silent type, someone who keeps his counsel, and wearing brown is a subtle way of expressing this aspect of his character.”