Stylish Celebrities: Director Wes Anderson

Film buffs know that there are a choice few directors left in the world that are truly able to extend their vision to the screen in ways that directors from the past could. A strong director is essential in order for a film script to really “pop,” which is perhaps why so many of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters don’t seem to make the cut. Wes Anderson, on the other hand, is one of the few modern-day directors that really knows how to evoke emotion in his films, and should be celebrated as being one of the biggest talents in the industry today. He’s also one of the best-dressed directors on the scene, which is something that shouldn’t be overlooked. Consider how Wes Anderson gets his look, as well as how you yourself might be able to learn a thing or two from him.

The bow tie is Wes Anderson's accessory of choice. In 1 out of every 10 photo we saw of him, he was wearing a bow tie. Here he opted for a self-tied velvet bow tie in rich reds paired with shawl collar navy suit, and pistachio colored linen dress shirt. We especially like the pink knit tie he chose to wear on the right. Well done Mr Anderson.

Pastels
Wes Anderson is not the type of person to dress in drab colors; it simply goes against his aesthetic entirely. Take one look at his films, and you’ll quickly be able to realize just how important color is to this director. His penchant for embracing pastels comes through not only on the screen, but also in the way that he dresses. Pastel dress shirts are a big part of his look, as are those which feature very tightly-knit patterns to create a sense of depth that doesn’t come from solids or wide patterns.

The White Suit
Another important aspect of Anderson’s films is the fact that he uses a great deal of contrast in almost every shot he directs. Contrast can help certain aspects of fashion or film to pop, and is one of the most important tools in this director’s kit. While he sometimes wears traditional suits, he very often chooses a white suit when walking the red carpet. Anderson’s white suit adds contrast to his look, especially when combined with the pastels that he is so fond of. The result is a clean, sophisticated look that brings to mind the concept of the southern gentleman.

Corduroy
Quite often you will find Mr Anderson wearing a corduroy sports coat or blazer paired with contrasting colored button ups and/or cardigans. The ribbed texture of this fabric adds a more casual touch to the jacket - making it a perfect piece for those who are seeking something a bit out of the ordinary. Wes Anderson usually sticks to earthy tones on these jackets ranging from a lighter beige to a darker espresso brown, and even dark navy.

Wes Anderson loves corduroy fabric! These two examples show him the late 60s, early 70s typical corduroy suits that he probably picked out from a vintage clothing store.

Bows Ties
After browsing through almost a hundred pictures of Wes Anderson we found that in 1 out of 10 he chose to wear a bow tie. Anderson usually prefers slightly smaller bow ties showing unique check patterns or stripes. These pieces create somewhat of a "professor's" look that Anderson learned to make his own. It shows creativity without being overly nerdy. We dig it!

Takeaways for the Modern Man
Dressing like Wes Anderson is something that won’t work for everyone; you’ve got to have the right attitude and mindset to pull it off. If you feel as if you do, however, there’s no better way to get started than to pick up a fashionable light colored suit - a piece that is perfect for the sunny days. Work with a tailor to ensure that the fit is spot-on, and pair your suit with a pastel dress shirt; seafoam green and mint hues can be very effective here. Besides the suit, experiment with patterned self tied bow ties as well as corduroy sports coats.

Other Stylish Celebrities we Have Featured:
Robert Pattinson's Style
The Style of Joseph Gordon Levitt

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