WWD Report Card: Brad Pitt vs. Ryan Gosling

Linen suits or pastel tailoring? A look at Brad Pitt and Ryan Gosling’s latest style turns.

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Brad Pitt is using his fashion icon status to show how to dress during a heat wave in the ultimate style. Linen, of course, is the perfect summer fashion and, you know, a skirt is breezy between the legs.

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In a time when designers are trying to redefine what the new suiting is, Brad Pitt comes along with a sherbet orange linen suit layered over a Henley, instantly rewriting what a summer suit can be.

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It’s the same concept over and over: a deconstructed casual take on a traditional suit. The blazer and carrot-shaped pant worn over a bohemian-style Henley continues to reinforce his “I pretend I don’t care at all but I look super cool” image.

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The Hulk. The Green M&M. Yoda. Kermit the Frog. There are many iconic green characters throughout pop culture — unfortunately, there’s now Ryan Gosling in a seafoam green suit to add to the list. Playful colored suits are fine but this is an eyesore.

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He’s definitely feeling Ken while promoting his movie “The Gray Man” with these pastel colors. The baby blue blazer paired with the pastel pink pant feels more appropriate for a baby shower or an Easter egg hunt. To be honest, a whole soft pink suit would’ve been amazing.

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This red and black ensemble is giving off British Royal Guard vibes — and not in a good way. There’s a ‘60s Mod reference as well, but the whole effort feels too costume-y and lacks a cool factor. We desperately miss the days of the “Drive” press tour.

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