How to Dress Like James Dean (Style from a Hollywood Rebel)

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00:00 James Dean Style Introduction
James Dean was the quintessential Hollywood bad-boy of the 1950s. Best remembered for his star-making turn as disaffected outcast Jim Stark in the 1955 film, Rebel Without a Cause.
00:49 A Brief Biography
02:42 James Dean's Films: East of Eden
03:44 Rebel Without a Cause
04:31 Giant
05:10 Unrealized Projects & Auto Racing
06:12 The Death of James Dean
07:15 James Dean's Legacy
08:05 James Dean's Signature Style
Dean was a studious and accomplished method actor, but perhaps more than his talent, it’s his natural charisma, as an avatar for rebellious youth, that shines through today. He didn’t abide by Hollywood standards of the time, preferring to live by his own rules.
Many of the biggest male movie stars of the 1950s, such as Humphrey Bogart, Gary Cooper, or Cary Grant, were of the previous generation and represented “old Hollywood” with their side-parted hairstyles and tailored suits.
How To Incorporate James Dean's Style Into Your Wardrobe
10:00 Harrington Windbreaker
10:53 Jeans
11.59 T-Shirt
12:46 Boots
13:48 Polo Shirt
14:29 Sweaters
15:34 Breton Shirt
16:19 Sunglasses & Eyeglasses
17:10 Hairstyle
While the word “icon” has become especially overused in recent decades, it’s undeniable that the term suits James Dean-whether it’s because of his genuine talent as an actor, or the fact that his death at 24 left him frozen in time in the minds of the movie-going public. The combination of his rebellious characters and his casual style was a perfect storm for inspiration.
His style has a largely timeless quality, featuring simple pieces rooted in their functionality and versatility. Watch any of his films or peruse a few photos, and his confidence and cool shine through. Do you have a favorite James Dean performance or wardrobe item? Share with us in the comments.
18:41 Outfit Rundown

[@wolfman8288]

Leather jackets, Levi's,boots and t shirts will never go out of style! James Dean will be forever cool 😎

[@05Rudey]

Dean wasn't my main clothing style influence as a teen, but his hair style certainly was. I used to walk into my hair dressers and simply ask for the James Dean and he knew exactly what to do.

[@daveg.6820]

Thanks for this beautifully done history of James Dean. I was 18 and a HS Senior in 1956. He set the style for impressing girls and when he was gone, we sorely missed him. We are the "Elvis Generation". Elvis had only his hair as a trademark so we KNEW how to dress. It was exactly like James Dean in our favorite movie "Rebel Without A Cause". (We never called him "Jimmy"). Hair long and pushed straight back - a lot of us threw in a mild "duck-tail". As you show so nicely in your video, we wore Black Engineer Boots, (or often black Jodhpur or Chelsea Ankle Boots or Penny Loafers and white socks); Levi's (beltless), White T-shirt, and a light-weight Jacket of the type he wore in the movie. A black Leather Biker Jacket worked with the same outfit in winter. It was amazing how many boys in my High School dressed alike - many of us still wear some modified version of that outfit these many years later. I still have two recent versions of that style Leather Jacket. And I still wear three-eyelet Desert Boots in Suede, black or brown, depending on outfit colors. It Was/Is the dangerous look - the opposite of the 'other' HS style - the nerdy Collegiate look of Khaki Slacks with the buckle in the back, brown Loafers (or black and White Saddle Shoes), and Madras shirts. Ugh. HAAA! Thanks again for this video. It is a keeper and goes into my Video library. Cheers.

[@dennisnordlund902]

That’s a really cool story man! I found that look in high school as well, though I’m plenty younger than you and still rock it, altough not as aggressively as when I was young but still wear my engineer boots, Levis and leather jacket everyday! There are very few styles, especially such that has been this trendy that has the staying power of the 50s rebel, a look really ingrained in the western world. Sorry about my english, I’m not a native speaker.

[@daveg.6820]

@@dennisnordlund902 Dennis, thanks for the really cool note. Lately, I have replaced the beltless Levi's look with a more military style, but with the same shirt and accessories. Now, with either black Cargo pants or black or Khaki Chino pants. When it's warm, I wear some message/black T-shirts in place of plain white. I admit to sticking to the "man in black" look. Nice to hear from another person who still wears that rebel look. Cheers.

[@christinalw19]

Lol Very interesting. I am a little younger than you, but my husband who grew up in a large dairy ranch in the northwest, idolized Buddy Holly. He wore jeans rolled up, black pointed ankle boots and a thin black belt. Black glasses 🤓and a pompadour. Yuck. 😖 I wouldn’t have looked at him twice in 1966. I was into the Beatles and Tony Bennett, being a classical pianist and a light opera/jazz singer. Life is absolutely absurd, at the least, ironic. 😊👍🏼👍🏼🕊

[@daveg.6820]

@@christinalw19 Christina, yes, Buddy Holly was very much in our purview along with Elvis, Gene Vincent, Jerry Lee Lewis and then there was Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Vic Damone and others for Pop music. I have to say, Buddy Holly was the anti-James Dean look. The girls loved Elvis but he didn't develop his style until Las Vegas and nobody dressed like that - a cape? Nope. Tony Bennett is still making singing appearances . . . . WOW! Of course, I still drive a black Trans Am, so a bit of cool is still around. Cheers.

[@ethanstevenson8236]

You guys should in the future cover Clark Gable’s style

[@CS-ww3bs]

I'd be interested in that too

[@owenopi8694]

I second this!

[@samanthab1923]

Heard that Clark & Cary Grant would trade off monogram gifts they received.

[@amilombanugo8321]

Great suggestion 👌🏾

[@patious7779]

It's amazing to me that a few of Dean's style trademarks are still our standard. Natural fibers...Cotton, Wool, Cashmere. Leather footwear...boots or shoes. What we will never know is how he would have looked and dressed in his later years. We can all do our best. But, he'll always look better. We lost him at such a young age.

[@Saber23]

Who would want to dress like that fruitcake?

[@Saber23]

We didn’t lose anything, name one thing he contributed

[@glossymouse7712]

​​@@Saber23that's kind of rude. If you look at people purely by their contributions to humanity, you'll find that most people did nothing. "My mother died." -"Sorry for your loss." -"hE dIdN'T lOsE aNyThInG, nAmE oNe ThInG sHe DiD. " While Dean wasn't exactly the most important actor of all time, he influenced many people in his time with his style. He may have also had a huge impact on how people dress, since he popularized wearing T-shirts as outerwear and not underwear.

[@OrrosGG]

Revolutionary at the time, now a true inspiration.

[@robjones2408]

No James Dean, no Elvis, Bowie, and many more. He has been gone for sixty-six years, yet his look has remained timeless. A true immortal.

[@jeovannyfernandez4680]

How about John Lennon? He loved wearing a black long sleeved turtleneck, jeans, Chelsea boots, Gatsby hat and a leather jacket. He too had good classic style. On Elvis, John said "Before Elvis, there was nothing."

[@alexcarratu5554]

James Dean was authentic. That in itself is appealing to anyone. Always true to himself and never tried to be anyone he wasn't. The James Dean style will never get old and will remain classic, just like James Dean himself.

[@alexcarratu5554]

@@handler65 every actor has his influences and James was influenced by Marlon Brando. Many actors since James have been influenced by him, Leonardo DiCaprio being one of them.

[@j.griffgriffin]

Can appreciate your attention to detail on Dean’s life story, there was a lot in this I didn’t know.

[@fortysomethingbadgirls2173]

Love these series you do with men of style. My son loves to dress in vintage.. Giant was my fav movie and anything he wore was style. He was his own person.

[@frankmartinez4856]

501, is the choice of jeans for the rockabilly scene! Good job Sir!

[@kazkazzie3906]

I love the light coloured jumper he is wearing in movie East of Eden. I also think James looks so stylish in the French Breton top. I think his relaxed look was so stylish and appealing.

[@guillermokersh7270]

great take on everything. Class , class, class

[@gustavopanesso7297]

50s bad boys style was cooooooolll!!. Love it❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@meptune]

You've had several features on Hollywood icons and they've all been wonderful. I have an out of the ordinary suggestion; I'm a life long fan of English actor Peter Cushing and I would love a look at his outfits through his Hammer Horror career: Curse of Frankenstein, Horror of Dracula, Hound of the Baskervilles; he looks fabulous in every film. No one ever looked more stylish while hammering a stake.

[@ORIGINALDaveB]

Nicely done. My favorite piece worn by Dean is the Harrington jacket. I managed to find the Baracuta store in England (and Italy) and bought a couple. I didn't buy the red, but I love the Navy and off White.

[@joshuarivera6195]

The how to dress segment videos is my favorite to watch from you guys!

[@ByakkøGAMING777]

I can identify with James Dean personally and aesthetically. His style has always been a staple in my wardrobe, specifically the t-shirt and jeans combo.

[@markknister6272]

I can still hear my mother’s voice, “Never wear white socks and black shoes!!!” I’m72.

[@Ukie_Hags_World]

Well, I wasn't expecting this. Great video; complete and informative. I never thought of James Deam as a fashion icon, but I guess he was, influencing fashion to this day.

[@glendapeterson1180]

James Dean is my all-time favorite. This was a good video, and you have a great voice. I don't know much about men's clothing, or even women's, because the one lesson I learned from him was to be me--never imitate someone else. Thanks for the video and the reminder.

[@lisaaffect5872]

Wow you guys gave a brief history of James Dean's career plus his clothing style. Perfect 🎉

[@danilaird]

James Dean looked cool no matter what he did. His style is classic and will forever be used by people... He was the combination of cool, classy, timeless.... rebel, gentleman... intellectual... funny... smart... all in one. There will never be anyone like him. Talent galore. Handsome too. I use his style as much as possible in my wardrobe... love the sweater with leather jacket look and my eye glasses and hair tousled. I've gotten told I resemble him, which was a compliment that I don't agree with of course but nonetheless it made me feel good!

[@susanantonio6298]

He really had a style. I wish more man would dress like him today

[@maxdondada]

This channel never disappoints.

[@afigegoznaet]

James Dean’s style is a blessing for me, and other people who have koumpounophobia. There isn’t really a lot you can wear that would be considered classy, and wouldn’t cause an enormous amount of discomfort.

[@danielbergonzi7319]

Have you tried aversion therapy?

[@afigegoznaet]

@@danielbergonzi7319 I don't think it applies to phobias

[@danielbergonzi7319]

@@afigegoznaet oh that's sad. Do you have any other ideas of how to conquer your fears?

[@afigegoznaet]

@@danielbergonzi7319 it's more like discomfort. Besides, I learnt to live with it. It causes more problems to my wife than me :D

[@schwinnstingrayguy3757]

Deans style is my favorite

[@rachelgarber1423]

Just really love your channel, I wish more men dressed as well as the three of you do

[@stylishoversixty9459]

Appreciate the turtleneck and jeans look very informative video featuring actor James Dean!

[@alimirzaee4689]

Quality content as always

[@tzazella751]

thanks for helping to keep the legend of dean alive! always the coolest

[@Peach1111hime]

Yes Gawd!! He’s amazing!! 😍 And did actually seem like a gentleman.

[@MM-gk1tm]

An opportunity for all the Gentleman's Gazette fans to earnestly request that nobody at GG start driving a car so vintage that it lacks seatbelts and proper safety features (we're looking at you Rafael). God bless you guys and have a safe holiday season! :)

[@samanthab1923]

Got to say that Spider is a cool car. 🕶🕷

[@samanthab1923]

Got to say that Spider is a cool car. 🕶🕷

[@samanthab1923]

Got to say that Spider is a cool car. 🕶🕷

[@obcr12000]

Awesome channel thanks man!

[@hizirerdemuygun]

Thank you, thank you, and thank you for sharing these informations.

[@lugohstsotofitness7817]

Love this one bro!

[@WorldWideMarket]

James Dean's red jacket in rebel without a cause was a McGregor Anti-freeze windbreaker. Fact.

[@molocious]

Beautifully delivered, concise, and spot-on (oh, we want those spots out, rub, rub, rub!) analysis of a timeless style!

[@thijsclaassen2178]

Awsome video with some great notes! I have a party in a few weeks where I have to look like a moviestar. I am going for the red harington jacket paired with boots! Cheers guys!

[@funkyduck8958]

You guys gotta do a vid on Elvis Presley's style, it's so iconic yet complicated!

[@BASSONIT]

All what you said,we are understand. Thx!

[@veryfastcar100]

Great video!

[@Incredible_Mister_J]

He is truly a tragedy but his style lives on. My favorite piece of clothing he wore was those engineering boots. They require a lot of self confidence and bravado to wear.

[@ksk5664]

I agree the boots stand out. Plus he wasn't very tall so the boots added a bit to his stature.

[@theirishcontrarian4626]

Very nice production value men. Also those brown on brown leather and suede boots are very nice.

[@MatthewHuai]

James Byron Dean is my favorite classic actor

[@c.cabanilla8963]

Sehr tolles video

[@drzfinezt180]

Wonderful! Please make more of these celebrity icon history episodes! Menswear History doesn't get the visibility it should! Thanks.

[@RWAC685]

White Shirt, Levi Blue Jeans, Best Style, Simple.

[@scottholland2998]

Well done.

[@p.j.gannon1646]

James Dean is so cool 😍

[@meisrerboot]

Thanks for this! Would be cool to see a video on Alain Delon sometime as well.

[@hollywoodjoe123]

HELLO FROM HOLLYWOOD JOE !

[@calebgasca]

He was for sure not wearing Jodhpurs. That’s a surprisingly big oversight. You can see in multiple shots in rebel that he is clearly wearing engineer boots. Also in other movies with Giant he wears cowboy boots but never jodhpurs. I think you guys should have mention what boots he was actually wearing then maybe used jodhpurs as a modern alternative.

[@zallesproductions]

I bought a red Harrington Barracuta G9 on Ebay to look like James Dean... too bad the actual jacket brand isn't available anywhere. It's so rare really only the actual one from the movie exists.

[@brown22sugar25]

As far as I know the one(s) from the movie was custom made based heavily on a McGregor Anti-freeze jacket

[@thepetrifiedbard1646]

You can get a really good replica from a japanese company called max cady.

[@matthewmagda4971]

This is a mixed bag for me. There is very specific and essential information about the look and then suggestions that wander far away from that.

[@hellfire510]

Great video! I always watch your videos and take your advice in fashion. I have a question, would you recommend wearing Chelsea boots with side zipper? Are they stylish and classy?

[@fouyurefdbv]

This is a great video, I saw many pieces I would want to buy, if you could mention brands or include links to the model that would be great!

[@santino1196]

I’ve always been fascinated by men’s 1890s fashion and/or from the Belle Epóque. I wonder if G.G. could make a modern adaptation from those two. Please... 🙏

[@rsnc23]

I think Gentleman's Gazette should create tutorials explaining how to dress like Flash Gordon, Marie Antoinette, Dolly Parton, Marvin The Martian and Lady Godiva.

[@danielgalil5020]

Great video, espeically from a guy who wears a suite once a week and the rest of the week where jeans, a flannel, and a graphic t-shirt. Have you ever thought of doing a video on the style of Humphrey Bogart? Either way, much love.

[@trevorhorn2546]

You should definitely do Paul Newman. Similar to a James Dean/Steve McQueen type. Same with Robert Redford

[@johnbarry1965]

Newman copped all the roles Dean would have got!!

[@AkashdeepSingh-ip8rc]

Belt buckle design,thickness,thinness matching according to the formal and causal outfit.

[@MisterRorschach90]

I am sweater obsessed. That’s what I spend the most money on. I wish I was able to make my own.

[@leroyfisher9768]

You got to do a profile on actor telly savalas the suits he wore on the show called kojak were impeccable

[@dbii6349]

There’s a place in Fairmount called the James Dean gallery it’s run by a couple guys who have some great stories. His grave site is just down the road from this.

[@brown22sugar25]

Along with the Fairmount Historical Museum which also has items from his personal life and movie memorabilia

[@davecharette2812]

It would be cool if there was links to were to get the t shirts jackets and boots and Jean's and what fit of Jean's to get

[@AkashdeepSingh-ip8rc]

Please make a video pleated pants vs flat front which is better according to the..Weight, Height, Age

[@Manuel421]

Just a suggestion but doing a video on dressing like Mannix would also be pretty fascinating since the character always wore many different sport coats but not sure if you would do classic TV shows like that. Appreciate the video as always!

[@Michael_R1957]

What a great idea. Gentleman’s Gazette , we hope that you will tackle this. Thanks

[@Manuel421]

@@Michael_R1957 I know he wore a Houndstooth in many episodes but again many different varieties he wore so would be rather interesting for them to discuss. Enjoy your day:)

[@christinalw19]

Mannix wore a lot of madras, if I recall? Loved Mike Connors. It was an era.

[@Manuel421]

@@christinalw19 Many different patterns of course you are correct though. Hopefully they consider this video would be truly interesting. Absolutely! very entertaining.

[@janerkenbrack3373]

I was born in 1960, and was a teenager in Chicago. During that time, the north side of the city was heavily populated with greaser gangs. This made the jeans and T-shirt look align one with those gangs. They were strongly influenced by the characters in West Side Story, as well as the rebel look exemplified in Marlon Brando and James Dean. For kids he didn't want to be associated with gangs, this look was not popular. In my twenties, this look was completely out of fashion (think early 80s) and off my radar. Now, in my sixties, modeling James Dean would be silly, but that doesn't mean I don't wear jeans, Harrington jackets, and boots. But never Tees as outerwear. Never. As far as Dean as an actor, I was very impressed with the job he did in those three roles, and would love to have seen his career path had he outlived his youth.

[@davidedmonds6427]

I loved him in the movie GIANT

[@apscoinscurrenciesmore7599]

Suggestion : how to dress like east coast classic

[@agent__47]

One about Paul newman, please, sir. Thanks

[@SuperBlizzard77]

Just a small piece of info. 'Jo' in 'Jodhpur boots' would be pronounced like the name 'Joe'. 😊

[@Jstatham1979]

The guy had great style; thankfully his brand of sausage patties live on today

[@ksk5664]

LOL Different Jimmie.

[@jiummak9787]

I would say Dean’s hair is the most coolest style ever. I have always wanted to get it. Unluckily, I have oblong face shape with big cheeks. When I try wearing the Dean hairstyle at home, I feel like I’m a cucumber. Well, it’s time for me to jump off the bridge

[@carlito7863]

Breton shirt is call marinière in France😊

[@mikesmiley336]

I’m looking to find a men’s summer weight union suit, ( short sleeve , shorts) with a back flap. Would you know of a manufacturer in the US that still makes these? Any help would be great. Thank you.

[@lucadicriscio8182]

Does any one know what a suit is called when the upper lapel is a different color than the lower lapel?

[@LordDickWeed]

I didn’t come here for a history lesson. I’m almost 10 mins into the video, and slightly disappointed. Halfway asleep now, thanks!

[@KingstonGoos-zq5xk]

dont watch it then poser

[@konstantin6142]

An analysis of Neil Patrick Harris' / Barney Stinsons suits in HIMYM would be legen... dary!

[@derlachendevagabund7942]

I was so hoping Sven would host this episode in a red blouson

[@klauskillski3881]

he was wearing a red mcgregor "drizzler" jacket/blouson

[@brown22sugar25]

I’m pretty sure it was the anti freeze jacket from McGregor

[@herbertsmagon5777]

QUESTION PLZ: can suits survive getting soaking wet in the rain? Something something interlining... (?)

[@Uncle_Ruckus_]

"don't get a t shirt that you get from Walmart or target" You don't need an expensive designer shirt to look like him. I buy those Hanes comfortsoft tagless shirts that come in packs at Ross, throw it in the wash to shrink a bit and I still get the same fitted look James Dean had, looks just like his. It depends on the brand. I only buy Hanes Comfortsoft tagless shirts for t shirts now.

[@soakingbook]

Need a tutorial on how to look just like James Dean. Thanks.

[@portugeseking7959]

James Dean and Rudolph Valentino are the two greatest of all times. Their personal styles are 100% timeless.

[@heartthrob2662]

You should do Marlon Brando next!!

[@kevintopete4438]

Can you do a video on Paul Newman please

[@keremgulbin9142]

James Dean for president, 1969!

[@nahumgonzalez5087]

Are there any videos on Is Tim Burton/movies style suits?

[@druffner]

I love this expansion beyond classics that can look really out of place today in streetwear. I love suits and especially big wool overcoats but it's pretty far off what's in style now.

[@smeqwack7337]

i wonder if there could be a video on guys with long hair

[@awkrb]

Can you do one for Alain Delon?

[@avnishchaudhary9898]

James byron dean❤️

[@billysinge8977]

You should cover Elvis Presley’s style as well, his use of classic menswear in the 1950’s and ‘60’s is underrated.

[@iammaximus614]

Iconic Converse Jack Purcells shoes

[@R1project0]

I haven't seen any of James Dean's movies, but I did see a Streetcar named desire, that has been influential on me too for similar reasons haha

[@fernandomaron87]

Can you do Eddie Cochran? He was always rocking great vintage clothing in all the pictures i've seen of him.

[@Judge_RR]

Kyle, have you ever considered a fuller cut for all of your trousers?

[@TroyDowVanZandt]

Okay, as long as I don't have to drive like him.