What Is Hollywood Western Style? Breaking Down the Dress Code for GQ’s Men of the Year Party 2024

StyleHere’s your guide to giddying up right for the biggest bash of the year.By Yang-Yi GohNovember 7, 2024Photographs: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe ConteSave this storySaveSave this storySaveNext week, on November 14, GQ is throwing the latest and greatest edition of our blockbuster Men of the Year party in Los Angeles. Given all the megawatt star power on the guestlist, you can expect the red carpet fashion to be absolutely dialed. And the official dress code, in keeping with the night’s American Rodeo theme, is a look we’re calling Hollywood Western.Porter Wagoner, 1983 David RedfernBeyoncé, 2024 Michael Loccisano/Getty ImagesBut what, pray tell, does that even mean? It means tapping into the daring spirit of the Old West, only supercharging it with the glamor and flash of Old Hollywood. It’s a brash and elevated approach to the Cowboycore trend that’s swept the globe this year, cropping up on the racks of beloved mall brands and the runways of Parisian fashion houses alike. It’s Beyoncé in her Cowboy Carter era, the Flying Burrito Brothers in their Nudie suits, Orville Peck at his audacious best, and Dwight Yoakam always. It’s Clint Eastwood in Bronco Billy, but not Clint Eastwood in Unforgiven. It’s Steven Yeun on the cover of GQ and Ralph Lauren on his ranch. It’s everything Manuel Cuevas has ever made.Pharrell Williams, 2024 Bloomberg/Getty ImagesRalph Lauren, 2010 Paul MorigiIn other words: It’s about embracing the fantasy of the frontier. So if you were blessed enough to receive an invite to next Thursday’s shindig, break out your boldest boots, toss on your tallest ten-gallon, and make sure you’re shining with all the splendor of a rhinestone-laden Elvis jumpsuit. Normally, the Men of the Year party calls for suits—not tuxes—but this go-round, you’re encouraged to break up your two-piece with a snap-front shirt, bootcut jeans, and maybe even a bolo tie. And if you weren’t one of the lucky few to make the list, have no fear: You can still follow along with all the action via our first-ever GQ Men of the Year Party livestream on GQ.com or GQ’s YouTube channel on November 14 at 7PM PT/10PM ET. Yee—and we cannot stress this enough—haw.Dwight Yoakam, 1990 Paul Natkin/Getty ImagesPost Malone, 2019 Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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What Is Hollywood Western Style? Breaking Down the Dress Code for GQ’s Men of the Year Party 2024
Here’s your guide to giddying up right for the biggest bash of the year.
Image may contain Beyonc Steven Spielberg Pharrell Williams Post Malone Clint Eastwood Porter Wagoner and Adult
Photographs: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte

Next week, on November 14, GQ is throwing the latest and greatest edition of our blockbuster Men of the Year party in Los Angeles. Given all the megawatt star power on the guestlist, you can expect the red carpet fashion to be absolutely dialed. And the official dress code, in keeping with the night’s American Rodeo theme, is a look we’re calling Hollywood Western.

Image may contain Porter Wagoner Performer Person Solo Performance Electrical Device Microphone Adult and Accessories

Porter Wagoner, 1983 David Redfern

Image may contain Beyonc Person Clothing Hat Adult Accessories Glasses Bag Handbag Formal Wear and Wedding

Beyoncé, 2024 Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

But what, pray tell, does that even mean? It means tapping into the daring spirit of the Old West, only supercharging it with the glamor and flash of Old Hollywood. It’s a brash and elevated approach to the Cowboycore trend that’s swept the globe this year, cropping up on the racks of beloved mall brands and the runways of Parisian fashion houses alike. It’s Beyoncé in her Cowboy Carter era, the Flying Burrito Brothers in their Nudie suits, Orville Peck at his audacious best, and Dwight Yoakam always. It’s Clint Eastwood in Bronco Billy, but not Clint Eastwood in Unforgiven. It’s Steven Yeun on the cover of GQ and Ralph Lauren on his ranch. It’s everything Manuel Cuevas has ever made.

Image may contain Ekta Bisht Pharrell Williams Clothing Footwear High Heel Shoe Person Accessories and Belt

Pharrell Williams, 2024 Bloomberg/Getty Images

Image may contain Ralph Lauren Accessories Belt Adult Person Clothing Footwear Shoe Bracelet Jewelry and People

Ralph Lauren, 2010 Paul Morigi

In other words: It’s about embracing the fantasy of the frontier. So if you were blessed enough to receive an invite to next Thursday’s shindig, break out your boldest boots, toss on your tallest ten-gallon, and make sure you’re shining with all the splendor of a rhinestone-laden Elvis jumpsuit. Normally, the Men of the Year party calls for suits—not tuxes—but this go-round, you’re encouraged to break up your two-piece with a snap-front shirt, bootcut jeans, and maybe even a bolo tie. And if you weren’t one of the lucky few to make the list, have no fear: You can still follow along with all the action via our first-ever GQ Men of the Year Party livestream on GQ.com or GQ’s YouTube channel on November 14 at 7PM PT/10PM ET. Yee—and we cannot stress this enough—haw.

Image may contain Dwight Yoakam Electrical Device Microphone Clothing Hat Adult Person Guitar and Musical Instrument

Dwight Yoakam, 1990 Paul Natkin/Getty Images

Image may contain Post Malone Fashion Clothing Formal Wear Suit Adult Person Standing Pajamas Footwear and Shoe

Post Malone, 2019 Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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