Timothée Chalamet to Jacob Elordi: The Men of the 2026 Golden Globes who delivered a masterclass in modern tailoring

For decades, the red carpet narrative has followed a predictable script: the women provide the drama, and the men provide the background contrast in standard-issue black tuxedos. But at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, held on January 11 at the Beverly Hilton, that script was flipped,
burned, and rewritten. The men didn’t just show up; they staged a coup.
This year, the "safe" option was nowhere to be found. In its place was a masterclass in textile experimentation and silhouette. We saw a distinct move away from the rigid constraints of the past and toward a more fluid, expressive form of masculinity. Velvet was the dominant texture of
the evening, appearing in hues ranging from midnight blue to jet black, while cuts ranged from the architectural shoulders of Prada to the fluid drape of Saint Laurent. The following men didn't just wear clothes; they understood that in 2026, a suit is a statement of intent. Here are the standouts who defined the night.

If anyone embodied the shift in modern proportions, it was Connor Storrie. Dressed in Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello, he eschewed the skinny-tie indie sleaze of the past for something far more voluminous and daring. The look centered on wide-leg trousers that pooled elegantly at the shoe, paired with a jacket that featured sleek, razor-sharp tailoring. It was a study in contrasts—loose yet structured, relaxed yet rigorous—proving that the most modern way to wear a suit is to let it breathe.
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While others played with fluidity, Damson Idris went for pure, unadulterated structure. His Prada ensemble was a lesson in the power of the double-breasted jacket with shoulders so strong they dominated the frame. It was a look built on power, structure, and zero compromise.

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Glen Powell understands his assignment: he is the quintessential movie star, and he dresses like one. His custom Tom Ford dinner jacket was a triumph of texture, rendered in a deep midnight-blue velvet that caught the camera flashes beautifully. By pairing the shawl-collar jacket with tinted glasses, he injected a dose of 1970s swagger into the proceedings. It wasn't just a tuxedo; it was a costume for a leading man who knows exactly how good he looks.
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At this point, Colman Domingo is in a league of his own. He refuses to blend into the background, and his choice of custom Valentino was proof of his sartorial confidence. The jacket was the centerpiece: a jewel-toned marvel with exaggerated lapels that framed his face and added a sense of theatrical grandeur to the carpet. Paired with slim trousers to balance the

volume up top, he demonstrated that black tie doesn't actually require the color black to be effective.

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Paul Mescal has effectively become the poster child for the "death of the necktie," and he doubled down on that philosophy in Gucci. His midnight velvet tuxedo was worn with a nonchalance that is difficult to fake, featuring sharp peak lapels and an unbuttoned collar. It strikes a tricky balance: the velvet fabric keeps it formal enough for the Globes, but the styling suggests he might head to a dive bar immediately after the ceremony. It’s that specific "indie heartthrob" energy that he has mastered completely.

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While the night was full of modern experimentation, Hudson Williams provided a necessary anchor to history. Wearing Giorgio Armani, he looked like he had walked straight off a vintage film set. The cream dinner jacket contrasted perfectly with the satin cummerbund and black trousers, evoking the timeless elegance of the Riviera. He elevated the ensemble with significant Bulgari jewelry, proving that sometimes, the most radical move you can make is to execute the classics perfectly.

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Timothée Chalamet and Haider Ackermann are one of fashion’s most potent duos, and their reunion for the 2026 Globes did not disappoint. Chalamet bypassed traditional wool and velvet entirely, opting for a metallic silver suit that looked like molten metal. The fit was characteristically slim, worn with an open shirt and a complete lack of jewelry. When the fabric is this loud, you don't need to shout with accessories; the shimmer did all the talking.

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Jacob Elordi knows how to use his height to his advantage. In Louis Vuitton, he took the traditional black velvet tuxedo and gave it a distinctively youthful pulse. The peak lapels were classic, but the fit was contemporary, and the inclusion of a silver chain added a subtle, rebellious edge. It was a look that respected the dress code while simultaneously winking at it, bridging the gap between old-school luxury and the new guard of Hollywood talent.

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