THE STROKES, A NEW MILLENNIUM OF STYLE

The Strokes were a symbol of changing times. Three reasons why: their music opened the door to a new millennium , their debut record – Is This It – instantly broke into the mainstream, and for young generations, they heralded a new era of style.

The 5 members – Julian Casablancas, Albert Hammond Jr, Nick Valensi, Fabrizio Moretti and Nikolai Fraiture – each dressed a bit differently. What tied their style together as The Strokes was a lo-fi attitude: expressed through clothing that was refined, semi-modish and suited to any occasion.

The ingredients:

On top, two options: an old t-shirt or a button down shirt sealed with an ultra slim tie.

Next, a single-breasted blazer or a leather jacket. Slim cut.

On bottom, skinny jeans or straight black tailored trousers – cropped a bit shorter to show off the shoes.

The base: leather boots or dirty chucks. Always lived in.

Skinny silhouette? Check.

Sharp tailoring? Check.

Straight up style? Check.

And the effect: a new wave of style for a modern age of indie kids who wanted to look good and have fun. All the while dancing to the band who showed them how to do it.