Steve McQueen the painfully handsome leading man, carved out a reputation as a bona fide bad ass thanks to films such as Bullitt and The Great Escape, but his antics behind the scene only backed up this title.
Spending his time chugging beers, playing with guns, shamelessly breaking public decency laws, and speeding around in cars and on bikes like nobody’s business.
All wrapped up in the ability to rock a chunky cardigan like no other. His style in all its rugged and scuffed state was nothing short of flawless.
“It wasn’t just what he wore, but how he wore things, so naturally and with confidence. He had a relaxed un-self-conscious way of dressing which appeals to men,’ wrote menswear historian Robert E. Bryan.
McQueen’s style was all about a clear-cut masculinity, always choosing clothing with a purpose. It is important to invest in pieces that look better with a bit of dirt, such as a decent denim shirt or leather biker jacket.
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€75, Timberland Store, South Annes Street, Dublin
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€100, Ted Baker, Grafton Street, Dublin
€108 Allsaints, Powerscourt Centre, Dublin
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€4,070 , Weirs and Sons, Grafton Street, Dublin
Designed to match the suit worn in 1970’s classic Le Mans, McQueen’s wrist gave this watch instant iconic status which still holds strong today. Re-released for what would be his 75th birthday it still remains one of the most famous and iconic watches in the world.
Some summer friendly Steve McQueen inspired pieces from the high street…
€65, by Lyle and Scott at Urban Outfitters, Temple Bar, Dublin
Shorts, €37, Urban Outfitters, Temple Bar.
€74.99, Levi’s Ruck Up Jeans at Urban Outfitters, Temple Bar.
€66, Rivieras Classic Beige Twenty Degrees shoe from Urban Outfitters, Temple Bar.
These are a great if traveling abroad are they are suitable for both day and night.
Dalvey, Grafton Street, Dublin
€25, Allsaints, Powerscourt Centre, Dublin
These cotton T-Shirts come in a range of scuffed colours, perfect for the rising temperature.
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