HIDDEN IN PLAIN STYLE: HARRY’S LOOKS ARE WORTH A DOUBLE TAKE

If you’re not plugged in to the world of endurance running, you might be wondering who Sted Sarandos is. This mysterious individual took the internet by storm after running the Berlin marathon over the weekend, clocking in at an eye-watering 2:59:13. Lo and behold, mysterious Sted was in fact Harry Styles. The singer had entered the race under a secret name and shaved around 25 minutes off his previous personal best in the process. All in a day’s work.

As photos emerged of him posing with fellow runners at the finish line, Harry’s far-from-casual sub-3-hour marathon seemed like water off a duck’s back. It’s this laissez-faire attitude that’s become a signature of both his lifestyle and his wardrobe – so we thought it only right to dig a few of his finest looks from the archives and give them the thorough seeing-to that they deserve. If the impending colder months sound like a great excuse to slip under the radar, Harry’s understated looks have your name all over them. So, grab your favourite low-profile trainers and tote bag, because we’re about to dish out some serious notes on incognito style.

Only a few years ago, Harry was known as fashion’s most flamboyant man. No stranger to a feather boa or a bejewelled jumpsuit, the singer certainly earned his stripes as a sartorial risk-taker. So it’s somewhat surprising that his recent looks have been decidedly simpler. This understated approach to dressing has aligned with Harry’s break from music and touring – where he’s filled his days in London with brisk walks and a variety of caffeinated beverages. This off-duty get-up is a highlight from Harry’s casual era – where a pop of cobalt blue lifts the humble chore jacket from the doldrums of daily wear to the pinnacle of street style. We love the upturned cuff on the trouser to expose a white sock and loafer combo. They should pin this whole thing under ‘timeless’ in the dictionary.

GET THE LOOK: 

Vans Drill chore denim jacket in indigo rinse, £75
Dickies 247 loose baggy fit work trousers in black, £65
Bershka Penny loafers in burgundy, £39.99
ASOS DESIGN chunky aviator sunglasses in tortoise shell with amber lens, £14

It might not be the most exciting purchase you make for your wardrobe, but boy is it the most rewarding. The perfect white T-shirt will never do you wrong, as demonstrated here by Mr. Styles himself. Not only does it pair with everything in your roster, but it’s a great tool for toning down more elevated pieces like these tailored pinstripe trousers – meaning you can wear your evening looks for casual daily outings, too. We didn’t have the white Vans renaissance on our 2025 bingo card, but Harry makes a great case for them with this simple yet put-together ensemble.

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ASOS DESIGN breatheMAX™ heavyweight crew neck t-shirt, £16
ASOS DESIGN smart wide leg trousers in navy pinstripes, £35
Vans Authentic trainers in white, £60
Scalpers Norman Suede Bag In Mustard, £220

Perhaps the most incognito of the looks on this list, Harry’s loungewear combo gives hidden in plain sight a new meaning. The playful graphic details on this co-ord add some visual interest to your most basic outfit option, while the heavyweight fabric serves as a welcome reminder that the simplest items in your wardrobe ought to be great quality. He might be strolling the streets unseen thanks to the lowered cap and lifted hood, but a good set of loungewear like this is certainly unforgettable.

GET THE LOOK: 

ASOS DESIGN hoodie with bubble print in white, £28
ASOS DESIGN premium heavyweight oversized hoodie in 400gsm, £32
Weekday Simon hoodie in black in scuba-style fabric, £46
ASOS DESIGN oversized longer length textured short in navy, £26