LANDO NORRIS HAS A WORLD CHAMPION WARDROBE

British racing driver Lando Norris may be making headlines for his skills on the track, but the Formula One World Champion has style smarts to boot. If his recent win in Abu Dhabi has put the young Brit on your radar (or you're already a super fan), you’ll have noticed Lando loves an understated wardrobe. And his knack for revving up casual staples (see what we did there?) makes his roster a hotbed of inspiration.

As we head into a new year itching for sartorial reinvention, Lando’s latest looks remind us that activewear, cosy layers and creativity can all co-exist. So, we’ve put the pedal to the metal and broken down our favourite ensembles from F1’s latest champion. Strap in.

This look would feel too on the nose if it weren’t so well executed. It’s a wearable representation of Lando’s career – with one foot on the racetrack and the other in the glamorous world of F1. Layering a Harrington jacket over your shirt and tie instantly brings a retro coolness to formal pieces, while structured black trousers are the perfect staple that works for both smart and casual formulas. We love the upturned collar as a neat styling trick – it’s giving James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause (fitting, given Lando is now racing’s leading man).

GET THE LOOK: 

ASOS DESIGN formal easy iron twill regular shirt in white, £35
Bershka Plain tie in black, £15.99
Polo Ralph Lauren icon logo bi-swing windbreaker jacket in dark grey, £235
ASOS DESIGN smart pleated wide leg trousers in black, £32

When did wearing your jumper as a scarf go out of favour? This look proves its worthy of a comeback, merging old-school style with clean-cut casual. You’ll never put a foot wrong with a crisp white tee, but Landon combines this safe staple with devil-may-care colour theory. A butter-yellow knit throws an unexpected twist on this simple ensemble, keeping everything in neutral whilst the textures and shades play with one another. And by throwing the knitwear over his shoulders, this preppy 'fit avoids an unintended sailor subtext.

GET THE LOOK: 

ASOS DESIGN breatheMAX™ heavyweight relaxed long sleeve t-shirt, £20
Bershka Purl knit wool blend sweater in yellow, £35.99
ASOS DESIGN straight trousers in brown wool look, £35
adidas Originals Samba OG trainers in dark brown and white, £95

Speaking of preppy, Lando heard rugby shirts are back on the sartorial menu this season. This simple look combines the classic shirt with trending stripes, whilst sticking with a soft beige colour palette and relaxed fabric to give a more lived-in feel to the sporty silhouette. Combining these retro codes with a baseball cap is further proof of Lando’s penchant for high-low dressing – and his knack for mixing unexpected pieces in a delightfully refreshing cocktail.

GET THE LOOK: 

Mango multi compartment roll top bag with front zip on black, £59.99
ASOS DESIGN heavyweight long sleeve rugby polo in ecru and navy stripe, £32
New Era NY Yankees E-frame cap in cream, £28
ASOS DESIGN straight jeans in washed black, £25