Character of Style: Ryan Gosling

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This summer saw the release of “Crazy Stupid Love”, a film that helped propel Ryan Gosling to a new realm of stardom. That’s not all the box office hit did for the young star though. It’s no coincidence that Gosling took his style swagger to another level about the same time this movie started filming. If you look back at Gosling’s street cloths five years ago you would be surprised by the evolution that has taken place. It seems his character’s style in films correlates to how he dresses off set. The man has never looked terrible at premiers, but he certainly wasn’t recognized as one of the most stylish men in Hollywood when “Lars and The Real Girl” released. Could that be because Lars was a socially awkward character who wore faded plaid shirts and oversized winter boots, looking homely at the least but better categorized as creepy? It’s difficult to say exactly, but in recent months Gosling has without doubt taken a few cues in fashion from Jacob Palmer. While there is no way I would ever say “You are better than the Gap” Gosling’s character did have impeccable style, and any man could learn a thing or two from him. Gosling kept his on set wardrobe fresh in recently released high action drama “Drive”. Seen above wearing a vintage Levi’s denim jacket in one photo and satin jacket with leather driving gloves in another. It will be difficult for Gosling to continue to find films that offer costumes with the type of style of his summer 2011 hits, but it looks like his off set swag is here to stay. Look for him to continue to stay ahead of the style curve and out dress most actors on the red carpet.