Round 1 of 2016 Men's Style Madness: 1 VS 16 and 8 VS 9 - Style Girlfriend

Round 1 of 2016 Men’s Style Madness: 1 VS 16 and 8 VS 9

Round 1 of 2016 Men’s Style Madness: 1 VS 16 and 8 VS 9

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By Megan Collins | Last Updated: Jun 23 2022 | 5 min read

mens style madness, sg madness, march madness, mens style, round one

SG HQ’s brackets have been filled. Polls are primed and ready. Let the games begin! Whether you’ve filled out your own bracket or are keeping to the polls, every vote counts – and we strategically suggest to sound off in the comments to sway a vote (or two)…

Men’s Style Madness: Round One, 1 vs. 16

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Justin Bieber vs. Nick Wooster

The Biebs
sg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Justin Bieber

1 | 2 | 3

Fresh off of his (non-apology) apology tour, Biebs has come dangerously close to turning everyone into a Belieber this year. His style is constantly evolving, but this edgy-meets-utilitarian-meets-skater style is definitely where he’s found his groove. If super slim pants, longer tops, unique proportions, and bold outerwear is your thing…Bieber is your guy.

Nick Wooster

sg madness, march madness, men's style madness, nick wooster

1 | 2 | 3

The king of NYC street style and mainstay in #menswear, Wooster is not a shy dresser. Also a fan of unique proportions, Wooster isn’t afraid to break out of a sartorial box with canary yellow oxfords or cropped, billowy trousers.

…The Biebs or Wooster?

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mens style madness, sg madness, march madness, mens style, round one

Drake vs. Oscar Isaac

Drakesg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Drake

1 | 2 | 3

Champagne Papi, Aubrey, Drizzy – however you prefer to refer him, the guy’s got style and a penchant for bold footwear. He commands denim on denim (saying “Canadian tuxedo” just doesn’t feel right here) and we love his mastery of monochrome whether he’s on stage or in the street.

Oscar Isaac
sg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Oscar Issac

1 | 2 | 3

Oscar Isaac is a case study in rocking classic staples. From his grooming and haircut to a perfectly tailored suit, he makes the most of any simple look with polished details.

…Drake or Oscar?

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mens style madness, sg madness, march madness, mens style, round one

Barack Obama vs. Francois-Henri Pinault

President Obama
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1 | 2 | 3

Rocking anything but dated khakis, Obama knows the importance of a power suit in charcoal and navy hues. While his recent slimmer suits have a more flattering fit, we always love to see his off-duty wardrobe complete with preppy layers and minimal flourishes.

Francois-Henri Pinaultsg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Francois Henri Pinault

1 | 2 | 3

It’s comes to about zero surprise that Selma Hayek’s husband keeps up an elegant appearance on and off the yacht. Both red carpets and TMZ shots capture Francois-Henri in age-appropriate slim cuts with styling choices that never go out of style.

…Obama or Pinault?

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mens style madness, sg madness, march madness, mens style, round one

Eddie Redmayne vs. Theo James

Eddie Redmaynesg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Eddie Redmayne

12 | 3

We’ve said it before – and there’s really no end in sight for how many more times we’ll say it – Eddie Redmayne has perfected his style. He’s an ideal example of finding personal aesthetic and sticking to it: mostly monochrome, attention-grabbing patterns, and bright color.

Theo Jamessg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Theo James

12 | 3

This Divergent star combines that effortless cool-guy vibe with the polished English style we love. He could be heading to a premier or avoiding the paparazzi and look just as put together.

…Eddie or Theo?

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Men’s Style Madness: Round One, 8 vs. 9

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Stephen Curry vs. Ryan Gosling

Stephen Curry

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1 | 2 | 3

Steph Curry’s winning streak absolutely extends to his style and every interaction with his adorable daughter during post-game press. He takes a relatively conservative approach to flashy style at events (although his fur coat during All Star Weekend was pristine) and we’re big fans of his sporty streetwear vibe.

Ryan Goslingsg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Ryan Gosling

1 | 2 | 3

Oh Ryan Gosling, one of our first favorite memes and worthy coloring book subject. His Americana style infused with edge pieces like a satin bomber or white tuxedo jacket at the Oscars is what makes his achievable style so appealing.

…Curry or R.Gos

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John Boyega vs. Rami Malek

John Boyega

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1 | 2 | 3

This rising Sci-Fi star has been consistently popping up on our “best dressed” radar. Boyega opts for classic fits with unique twists like jewel tone colors or interesting fabric, but what’s more impressive is how he tailors his style to suit his body type.

Rami Maleksg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Rami Malek

1 | 23

Our appreciation of his under eyes aside, Rami Malek has caught SG HQ’s attention with his tonal outfits and impeccable sneaker taste. Bonus points: he makes an invisible tie the perfect addition to his casual style.

…Boyega or Malek?

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mens style madness, sg madness, march madness, mens style, round one

Leon Bridges vs. Chris Martin

Leon Bridges

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1 | 2 | 3

Leon Bridges is consistently showing us that retro is the new retro. His seamless transition between tapered trousers, 50’s polos, and even bolo ties makes it easy to swoon over this crooner’s modern take on past styles.

Chris Martinsg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Chris Martin

1 | 2 | 3

I mean, does this guy ever stop dancing? His energy is infectious and well, his wardrobe is just as upbeat. He likes his sneakers like he likes his Super Bowl performances: bright. We love how he sticks to his personal style on or off the stage in jogger pants and outerwear with military details.

…Bridges or Coldplay Martin?

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mens style madness, sg madness, march madness, mens style, round one

Cam Newton vs. Marco Rubio

Cam Newton

sg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Cam Newton

1 | 2 | 3

Super Cam and his super style risks remind us why we love the hoopla behind professional athlete’s off-the-field outfits. His now notorious Versace pants were an aggressive choice, but we have to commend him on how the rest of the look was pulled together. When it comes to being a chameleon of trends and perfect tailoring, Cam just gets it.

Marco Rubiosg madness, march madness, men's style madness, Marco Rubio

1 | 2 | 3

Couldn’t you have given us just one more day, Rubio?! Sure he has now suspended his presidential campaign, but Marco’s rallying style took an updated approach to the usual red or navy tie rule. What we liked even more was his dressed down approach to traditionally preppy style.

…Newton or Rubio?

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Get your votes in by 11:59pm tonight and remember to come back this afternoon to vote for Round One: 5 vs. 12 and  4 vs. 13!

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