How to Dress Like Fred Astaire - Style Inspiration from a Hollywood Icon
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Let's go over Fred Astaire's distinct style starting with a general overview:
One need no look further than the various characters played on film at the time to get an overall sense of his style. These characters notably broke with the standards of the time for what an ideal male leading character was to be. Rather than being wealthy, titled, or overly formal, Astaire's characters and indeed he, himself, embodied the idealized American man, self-made, ambitious, self-taught, and tenacious. And as menswear historian G. Bruce Boyer writes in his book, Fred Astaire Style, "Astaire mixed his dance styles the way he mixed his dress styles: with a spontaneous exuberance in which the hard work was well hidden within the detail and subtlety. His blend or urban English shape with casual American style typifies American dress to this day. His characters showed a fresh approach to the romantic hero: vitality, urbanity, charm, and natural talent. All carried off in an effortless manner. Astaire was the democratic ideal: A classless aristocrat." Essentially, Astaire's sartorial genius came from his ability to look simultaneously formal and casual, net and yet pleasingly rumpled. He was intimately well-acquainted with the traditional rules of menswear so he knew how to bend or break them in order to fit his own taste. he could wear suits in conservative shades without looking drab, more colorful combinations without looking gaudy, and of course, a tuxedo or a full dress ensemble without looking the least bit uncomfortable.
How can one effectively emulate Fred Astaire's style?
The easiest way to do it, of course, would be to just directly follow all of the points we have laid out here. Equally important to the garments themselves, however, is the attitude with which they are worn.As we have already said, while Astaire did not shy away from incorporating patterns into his shirts or accessories, he was able to assemble outfits with what can honestly be called an artist's eye. His combinations were always harmonious and while they could be playful or even bright, they were never ostentatious or over the top. While he was always smartly attired, Astaire took pleasure in his wardrobe and fundamentally dressed for himself.
I've never ever given a bigger LIKE to any GG videos than to this one. So immersive, rich in context, respectful, and also well presented that I haven't even looked at the comments before watching the whole video. Sven's best ever decision was to incorporate you, Preston, in GG. Please keep it up, keep us educated the beautiful way you do!
agree with every word!
Thanks for your kind words, Matyas! We're glad you liked the video. This one was a lot of fun for me to put together! :)
- Preston
Yes, more Preston! Wonderful addition to the channel.
When I was 15 many long years ago I asked my older brother who was a sharp dresser and a hit with girls if he would show me how to dress. He answered by saying: " If you want to learn how to dress watch a Fred Astaire movie." Good advice even today.
Well, your brother certainly gave great advice!
Your brother sounds like a legend.
Could you make a video about Frank Sinatra's style?
Im still waiting for that...
That would be awesome!
Yess plsss
Yes pleaseeeeee
_"Do it big, do it right and do it with style."_
-Fred Astaire
Fred Astaire: what's there to say that isn't already obvious? For many, an ideal model to follow, both in passion for dancing and classic style (both art in their own way). Thank you for this video, it really helped me appreciate his legacy even more :)
My grandmother knew Fred Astaire many long years ago when they both had shows on Broadway. Astaire as a performer, my grandmother as a songwriter. He was always one of her favorites and was my mother's top choice, Mom said that he personified style, wit, taste and class. Not to mention elegance.
Fred Astaire is my biggest Hollywood crush! His style, even to this day, is impeccable and timeless. Wish the style he, Grant, Kelly, Crosby, and Martin would make a comeback for men and the style Rogers, Garland, Gardner, and Kelly made popular for women.
Pastel pink shirts with blue blazer is one of my favorite combinations, and I always wear pocket squares and boutonnieres, and I got it right from Astaire.
Love this! Fred Astaire's style and charm will intrigue and be admired by fashion enthusiasts and classic film lovers for years to come.😚 My thanks for putting Fred in such an aspiring light for men who want a vintage snazzy dress. I'm a lady but I appreciate fashion all-together, especially from the '30s...my favourite era for music, fashion, attitude, and dialect. That period and this video, as Fred Astaire sang in, "Top Hat, White Tie and Tails", "Simply reeks with class"!😁
This is perfect for Christmas!!!! Fred Astaire is a true icon... Lovely!!!
Fred Astaire had true class.
Mr Astaire has always been my idol, since I was a pre-teen. I still watch him on a regular basis and he is my main inspiration as a dancer.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone
An extremely interesting video. I loved the history and explanations of the various articles of Astaire's clothes.
Preston, you are a perfect slim build for the Astaire Style! You don't mention it, but I think Astaire's clothing looked so nice on him, no matter the style, was that he was so slim. Just like runway models of today, a slim build allows material to drape nicely and show off the clothing to its best.
And of course, he did have to have more roomy clothing because of his dancing, which at times was quite athletic! I think his dancing obviously influenced how he dressed in his "civilian" life and his clothing choices probably just became one in the same.
Again, thank you for such an entertaining and informative video! Well done, sir!
I was thinking that Preston should do a video on Fred Astaire. Even though he doesn’t dance like him, he is a similar build. What you always notice even though his clothes weren’t close fitting he seemed to always accentuate the waist therefore giving him a nice v shape. In my opinion his style is the best of that era even blowing away Cary Grant. Like you said he had this ease and a bit panache.
"Even if you don't plan to dance like he did and really, who can?"
15:23 LOL!!!
Hollywood movies capture the essence of the classic gentleman attire🎩🎥
Do you have, or will you have a 'How To' video on storing your suits, socks, ties, pocket squares, etc. for everyday use?
Great episode on Fred Astaire and his style of dress. Love the Fred Astaire inspired style on Preston.
I was never a fan of Fred Astaire, now I am. Very informative and entertaining video.
He was elegant and light like a butterfly, thanks for this video and Merry Christmas to you all and your dearest ones!
A sophisticated sensibility was at the heart of Fred Astaire's success. Perfect timing and impeccable taste informed everything he did - including, of course, the way he dressed.
I've been waiting my entire life for this video.
Please make a video on history of evolution of menswear!! How men's fashion chanced thought the decades since the Victorian Era till present day. And maybe even make different videos on these individual decades and comparing the fashion with that of the previous and next decade. Since Preston you're so knowledgeable about classic menswear in the past century, I think you can make an amazing series and I'd be hooked! A lot of videos talk about evolution of women's fashion in the last century, hardly any good content on that of men.
People back then dressed so classy.
Merry Christmas everyone
9/10, amazing video, but expected our dear Preston to dance on the ceiling with white tie on.
Haha, just kidding! Great video!
Well, Preston, you’ve made my day! Thank you for the video portrait of one of my heroes, the magnificent Fred Astaire. He exudes class without being stuffy and makes everything he wears look like a million. You yourself cut quite a figure in your own interpretation of his style-love the necktie belt! Also, thanks for teaching me the correct pronunciation of “insouciance”! Wishing you and the GG folks a Merry Christmas/Happy holiday!
Excellent work. Thanks for this.
Excellent! Great person to pick as an inspiration.
A sensational, extremely informed, and sensitive video. Also one of my favorite men of style. Simply naturally classy. One of the great men of the mid-Atlantic era. Also Preston's diction is absolutely on point as always. So lovely and clear.
Would love to see a style icon one on British fashion with Ronald Colman. Such class!
This was one of the best videos I've seen from you guys!
Looking forward to seeing similar videos on Bing Crosby, Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra, as well as some other more formal style icons such as Prince Charles .
I guess we'll need yet another video on "How to tie a tie", when the tie is used as a belt!
Please Preston, do a video on Bing Crosby's style!
Oh, by the way: your style is always superbe.
Hello Gentlemen’s Gazette Staff, I thoroughly enjoyed this message on dressing like Mr. Astaire! Just excellent! Thank You for the research you conducted in order to present this beautiful RUclips message! I love watching the young Man who presented this message! Thank You So Much!
Well done video!! Cary Grant should be next. Perhaps compare him to George Clooney. Most everyone else does. Dean Martin is uber ideal as is Steve McQueen. Consider.
They did one on Cary Grant.
Tim Crowe oops. Ok. Dean Martin.
I enjoy Preston's "How to Dress Like" series.
What a great video. I’ll be looking at Fred Astaire’s films with new appreciation of his style and outfits.
Preston’s ensemble looks like the suit Astaire wore from ‘Isn’t it a lovely day (to be caught in the rain)’.
Looking amazing Preston 👏 😍 👌
I adore him
Astaire may have introduced more songs, but as a singer, he was completely blown out of the room by Crosby.
Astaire was a dancer who could sing.
Crosby was a singer who could dance.
You don't have to sell me on Crosby's vocal talent! He is and will remain my favorite singer, unquestionably. But where Crosby (and Sinatra) put an indelible stamp on each performance that made a song his own, there's a certain "truthfulness" to Astaire's singing that lets the song itself take center stage. Both were masters of their craft(s). Thanks for watching!
- Preston
Astaire‘s voice was thin
Der lachende Vagabund, Billie Holliday's voice was "thin," too. Louis Armstrong wasn't exactly smooth. Lotte Lenya was, shall we say, "eccentric." But all were a delight, and irreplaceable. Astaire's voice may have been "thin," but he sure could put a song across. You should live so long to have such panache.
Simple, but accurate.
Thank you for posting the footage from Funnyface (1957). Hepburn felt she didn't belong in the same room with Astaire when it came to dancing despite her ballet background, but she acquitted herself nicely with the grand master.
Incredible dancer ,singer and style....pure gentleman style. 👏
What a wonderful video! I love Fred Astaire!
I only just found this! Why is it unlisted? Fred Astaire is an absolute legend and spectacular dancer.
PS. I just noticed the Top Hat, White Tie and Tails in the background!
We have a specific release schedule for our videos, and they get uploaded to RUclips before going "public" in order for embedding to work smoothly on our website. Don't worry, Carl--it's never our intention to withhold content! :) Thanks for watching.
- Preston
@@gentlemansgazette , took me longer to notice it, but nice addition of the top hat, white tie and tails in the background!
Even in the movie, Ghost Story, his last film made when he was quite elderly, he was a dapper dresser.
Yes he always looked good
Astaire's totally effortless and playful manner, while still being a gentleman, set him apart from all others. His impeccable clothing and dancing skills weren't enough.
Hello 👋
Another great video...
Thumbs up 👍
I've seen two of his movies. Funny and fun.
@10:47 that outfit and vest fits Fred like
🔥 🔥 🔥
That [horse] ‘bit" pin briefly alluded to may have been a favorite of his and was worn by many of his characters. If you can find a copy, his sadly seldom seen film, The Pleasure of His Company, is a fun watch and showcases his insouciant style. Remember, too, that he studied and learned from Edward VIII’s fashion sense.
Brilliantly crafted video for a style icon! I really didn't want it to end. Well done Preston... well done!
Simply awesome - thank you for sharing!
White tie by Fred Astaire was best white tie.
Hi Preston, Can you please do a video on just English suits and fashion.
They said that when he would be getting a suit made at Anderson and Sheppard, he would dance in front of mirror with one eye glancing towards it to make sure that as he danced, he would never have a gap between his jacket collar and his shirt collar.
Thoroughly enjoyed this.. would love to see a video breaking down the style of Nat King Cole
Thank you for this great and inspiring video!
Excellent video! Thoroughly informative and well researched. Kudos!
Happy Christmas 🎄 guys
Please do one of these for Alain Delon.
Merry Christmas 🦌⛄🎄🎅
Thanks guys for another year of useful and and entertaining suff....
Hope do more videos from old Hollywood
"If Fred Astaire is the Cary Grant of dance, I'm the Marlon Brando." Gene Kelly (quote from IMDB)
Some other specific people to make videos on could be Winston Churchill, Franklin D Roosevelt, of course Edward the Duke of Windsor, and more recently Akihito, Emperor Emeritus of Japan
Hey man, just wanna say I love the flower in your suit today
Great video! I am a big fan of Astaire's outfits. Also, this style suits Preston well.
Look at the way he holds frame when he moves. His movements are smoothly punctuated. Of course that has nothing to do with clothing style but it is essential to his overall style.
Can you make a video on how to dress in the cold winter like in Siberia or Canada? I can't find any neet hat that could cover my ears. This will be very appreciated.
Anderson & Sheppard made me a navy blue lambswool db suit that they said was a copy of the last suit they made for Fred Astaire.
Pretty sure this dork got his lunch money stolen in Junior High School.
lol mean but funny
Thanks Preston great vid & I've seen shoe chaps worn again on da dance floor bak in da late 80s when we all wore suits 👍
Great video thank you ❤️
How about a video covering Bing Crosby's style? Thanks!
Like the tux in the background
Great video gentlemen, perhaps you could do a "how to dress like Humphry Bogart" sometime?
Please continue with your great work.
I read that Astaire didn't like wearing new suits, so he would bash them against a wall to get a worn in look and take the "stiffness" out of the fabric. Also, he could play the drums!
Preston, You remind me so much of Bill Evans
very interesting and inspiring. thanks preston!
A very interesting video as always, very enjoyable.
Suggested to make video on safari suits
Well done Preston, I have long been an fan of Fred Astaire, so the biography information was really cool!
Rest in peace Fred Astair, singer, dancer, actor and a style icon of a wonderful time, long past.
Parisian Gentleman blog has a nice article on this subject: "ASTAIRE, COOPER AND GRANT. THEY DON’T MAKE THEM LIKE THAT ANYMORE."
Hello could you make a video about Bing Crosby style because i think he has his personal style,i think its can be a good video.
The Grey Eminense , good episode.
Anyone else getting major Patrick Bateman vibes listening to this guy?
Also, please do Bryan Ferry
A nice, informative video. I enjoyed this.
You missed a trick in that Fred has a pocket square fold named after him: the Astaire - a puff fold. 😊
For a future style icon, how about Humphrey Bogart?
yup
Please steal Bing Crosby’s style next (preferably both his causal and formal) thanks 😊
Any advice on how to fill out a made to measure properly so it can fit the best it can, I know it won't be bespoke but again, just the best it can.
I am trying to dress more like you and Rafael! You guys always look so good and dapper. BTW you are so cool man!
Preston, does this camel sportcoat feature a draped chest style?
Love your outfit in this, Preston. Especially a fan of the tie dimple! Also, that is another great Austin Reed poster, where do you find them!?
Do a style video on Sean Connery? OG agent 007
Suggestions on required reading for a gentleman? Not menswear books. Classic novels are a given.
I don’t think anyone wants to look like this guy except older gentlemen who are into menswear, and classic men’s wear enthusiasts like yourself.
MG Fit-wise, I agree, but his ability to look so effortless while wearing extremely formal clothing is surely admirable, even to a young guy.
PrimusPilusVorenus I agree. Preston looks cool, and he’s an enthusiast.
Cool, I share his B-Day
Curiously enough I was watching Sant Claus is Comin' to Town last night.