Each driver in Formula 1 has a unique style of their own. They show up in paddocks, putting on outfits that best describe their personalities. Lewis Hamilton has never let go of an opportunity to showcase his dressing sense. He always turns up to the races, dressed sharp and sometimes too flamboyant for some people’s liking. Grid-mate Charles Leclerc, however, has been a fan of his courage to pull off some of those outfits.
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When it comes to fashion sense in Formula 1, there are many drivers who are quite fashion enthusiasts. Given that he regularly features for Belstaff, a subsidiary of the Mercedes F1 team’s sponsor, INEOS, George Russell is a pretty smart dresser. Charles Leclerc, before the start of the 2020 season, confirmed his partnership with high-end fashion brand Giorgio Armani. He endorsed the brand’s ‘Made To Measure’ line of clothing.
Formula One F1 – Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – November 17, 2022 Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton arrives ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger
Recently, in an interview with Gazzetta, they asked Charles if he ever discussed fashion with Lewis. The Monegasque answered, “Sometimes we discuss the brands we like. He really has good taste and a lot of courage to show off the strangest looks when he comes to the circuits.”
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Charles is not the only F1 driver who admires Lewis’ fashion sense. George Russell appeared for an interview where he listed out his podium for best-dressed drivers. Needless to say, he had his Mercedes teammate in there.
When Charles Leclerc talked about his passion for clothes and congratulated Lewis Hamilton for his collection
Every F1 driver has a hobby or a passion away from the circuit that they indulge in during their time off from the championship. Turns out that the creative aspect of designing clothes is quite appealing for the 2022 runner-up.
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Formula One F1 – Belgian Grand Prix – Spa-Francorchamps, Spa, Belgium – August 25, 2022 Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix REUTERS/Stephane Mahe
Speaking with the Formula 1 website in 2020, Leclerc said, “I really like clothes design. It’s definitely the creative element that inspires me. I can draw, but whether I would sketch my own collection, I don’t think I have that level.”
“I have spoken to Lewis very briefly [about fashion], congratulated him for his new collection. He’s doing a great job with the brand, and I quite like what he’s doing. It’s definitely something I’d like to do further down the road.”
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It would honestly make for a great episode if F1 could assemble the best-dressed drivers and have them discuss fashion on a podcast. Lewis, Charles, George, and Pierre Gasly will definitely make the list. Alfa Romeo’s Zhou Guanyu has caught the attention with his outfits since his arrival as well.
