Best Dressed Men at The Billboard Awards 2014

The lead singer of Bleachers, lead guitarist of Fun. and Mr Lena Dunham, Jack’s style is all-American, reppy, playful and often pastel. A typical formal look of blazer, shirt, trousers and brogues was given Jack’s own twist; the jacket is a few subtle hues off the trousers which were rolled up to reveal Argyle socks, a pattern that complimented the blue of the shirt. Overall a youthful look, topped off literally with his staple accessory – a cap.

Never one to shy away from the sartorial limelight, Wiz Khalifa did not disappoint. The only traditional formal aspects of Wiz’s look, a white shirt and black patent croc boots, were teamed with a crisp white bomber jacket, ripped print jeans, bandana and a smattering of gold jewellery. It’s a look that shouldn’t work, but with innate cool and confidence, it was one of the most memorable looks of the night. With a father so confident in his style, we’re putting money on baby Sebastian’s appearance on best dressed lists 18 years from now.

A man who looks like he was born in a suit, John Legend utilised one of SS14’s key trends with his matching printed navy blazer and shirt, which complimented his black skinny trousers and Chelsea boots. Quirky and confident, this look is a perfect example of how to easily inject modernity into a classic formal silhouette.

Promoting the Bring Back Our Girls campaign in a perfectly tailored black suit with wide black lapels in sleek satin, worn with a skinny tie. A classic style staple, the key to getting the suit right lies with the fit. Ricky’s jacket hugs rather than restricts or hangs, and the trousers are a skim rather than skinny fit.

A major SS14 trend, monochrome, was the go-to look for Jason Derulo in statement Guissepe Zanotti sneakers, slim fit black trousers, black satin bomber worn with a white and black print t-shirt. One of the great things about monochrome dressing is the sharpness it brings to even the most casual of looks.

Words: Erin Carrington