Harry Styles [1]'s style might be making headlines now every time he walks out his front door, but that wasn't always the case. In fact, when he first emerged into the public eye, his look was anything but unique. Almost 15 years ago, walking the red carpet with his One Direction [2] band members, he was just another teenager in a polo shirt and jeans, styled with a pair of basketball-style sneakers. Harry Styles's outfits revolved around a hoodie sweatshirt, joggers, and graphic tees like most boys his age.
Today, Harry Styles's fashion is lauded as much as his musical talents. Partnering with brands like Gucci [3], wearing pieces considered traditionally feminine [4], and opting for '70s-inspired tailored menswear [5], Styles is one of the most celebrated dressers on the red carpet.
And Harry Styles's street style is just as interesting. For outings around Los Angeles, for example, he often reaches for a stylish everyday uniform. He'll pair skinny jeans with a printed button-down shirt or a cashmere sweater. Depending on the weather, the "Watermelon Sugar" singer might layer a peacoat on top to add warmth and make the look even more polished. And finally, you're hard pressed to catch the 28-year-old star outside without his boots, whether he chooses Chelsea boots or a more classic style.
His performance outfits are markedly different, however, as that's where his style is at its most flamboyant. In the past, he's worn a pink furry jacket with nothing underneath, a sequin catsuit, and of course, a much-discussed fuzzy purple boa.
Ahead, see Harry Styles's style evolution through the years, chronicling his outfits from the street to the red carpet and beyond.
Harry Styles in the UK in October 2010
Spotted walking around the UK, the former One Direction bandmate wears an early-aughts favourite: a pale pink polo shirt with upturned collar, V-neck cardigan sweater, and slim jeans.
Harry Styles at the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards in October 2011
On stage at the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards, the one-time "X Factor" contestant layered up, topping his chinos and white button-down shirt with a pale-blue shrunken blazer.
Harry Styles at the Liverpool Arena in January 2012
The pop star continues with his slim-chinos-and-blazer combo, adding preppy nautical-inspired appeal with a navy blazer tipped in white.
Harry Styles at the British Fashion Awards in December 2013
The "As It Was" singer opts for all black at the British Fashion Awards, choosing to wear a thin coordinated scarf wrapped around his neck.
Harry Styles at the British Fashion Awards in December 2014
Beginning his tailored suiting journey, the fashion icon keeps it classic with a twist, slipping into a double-breasted red-and-black tailored suit with a black button-down shirt underneath designed by Lanvin.
Harry Styles at an Event in London in June 2015
The "Don't Worry Darling" actor keeps it casual with a silk printed button-down shirt and slim black jeans, adding a colour-coordinated neck tie as jewellery.
Harry Styles in London in March 2016
Styles wears a layered look in London, choosing an all-black outfit that consisted of a T-shirt, open-neck knit, slim jeans, and black overcoat.
Harry Styles at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in September 2017
The Gucci spokesperson pulls out all the stops at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in a harlequin-inspired red-and-navy suit with a white necktie from the fashion house.
Harry Styles at Madison Square Garden in June 2018
Harry Styles goes full-blown '70s with a white printed suit that boasts an ultra-wide black velvet lapel from Gucci.
Harry Styles at the Met Gala in May 2019
To chair the 2019 Met Gala, he hit the red carpet wearing a black Gucci jumpsuit that looked like a pair of ultra-high-waisted black trousers and a totally sheer black mesh and lace top.
Harry Styles at SiriusXM in February 2020
Right before the pandemic shut the world down, Styles headed to an event at SiriusXM Radio in New York wearing a colourful ensemble that included a pair of teal tailored trousers, a white button-down shirt, and a bright yellow polka-dot sweater vest.
Harry Styles at the Grammy Awards in March 2021
The fashion darling hit the red carpet of the Grammys, slipping into a pair of velvet trousers and a "Clueless"-inspired shrunken plaid blazer. He notably finished it off with a fluffy purple boa that went viral.
Harry Styles at Coachella in April 2022
The acclaimed performer embraced Barbiecore at its finest at Coachella, wearing a pink metallic suit with no shirt underneath inspired by some of the greatest country music looks of the past few decades. On top, he layered on a pink fluffy overcoat. The whole look was custom designed by Gucci.