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Writer's pictureTom Goedhart

Marvel’s Most Stylish Heroes and Villains: A Fashion-Forward Look at the MCU

This piece is just an excuse for me to gush about my love for Marvel - movies, comics, all of it. With Captain America: Civil War on the horizon, I thought I’d take a quick break from my usual outfit posts and dive into the killer fashion choices of Marvel's cinematic universe. Let’s talk about the character designs and outfits that make our favorite heroes and villains look so cool.

Chris Pratt (Peter Quill/Star-Lord)

To play Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy, Chris Pratt had to transform from a lovable, chubby guy into the chiseled, quick-witted leader we see on screen. It took him six months of grueling workouts, but the result? Totally worth it.

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In a world of alien planets and spaceships, Star-Lord stands out with his rugged red-brown leather jacket, plain gray tee, and black jeans. Oh, and let’s not forget that iconic mask.

Chris Evan (Steve Rogers/Captain America)

Winter Soldier had a darker tone compared to Cap’s previous adventures, and Steve Rogers’ switch to a navy blue tactical suit felt spot on. Gone were the bright red, white, and blue colors - it was all about stealth, grit, and survival.

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"Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier" Captain America/Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) Ph: Zade Rosenthal © 2014 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.
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Off the battlefield, Cap’s casual style is simple and classic. Think T-shirts, light jackets, and chinos - nothing flashy, but it suits his all-American vibe perfectly.

Charlie Cox (Matt Murdock/Daredevil)

With Season 2 of Daredevil bringing even more action, Matt Murdock has become a favorite of mine. By day, he’s a blind lawyer; by night, he’s the relentless vigilante Daredevil.

Charlie Cox stars in the Netflix Original Series “Marvel’s Daredevil.” Photo: Barry Wetcher © 2014 Netflix, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Unlike DC’s Bruce Wayne, who rocks custom Armani, Marvel hadn’t dipped into the designer suit game until Charlie Cox stepped into the role. British designer Paul Smith crafted Murdock’s sharp, slim-fit suits, adding a layer of class to the character. Fun fact: Matt only wears button-down oxford shirts, never your typical dress shirt!

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Tom Hiddleston (Loki)

Okay, I know Loki’s technically a villain, but can we talk about his wardrobe for a second? Black trench coat, crisp white shirt, perfectly coordinated scarf and tie - Loki’s a villain who dresses like a runway model. Leaving him out of this list would be a crime.


Guy Pearce (Aldrich Killian)

Speaking of villains, let’s not forget Aldrich Killian from Iron Man 3. Pearce nailed the role of the cold, calculating billionaire, with his look perfectly reflecting his character.

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His windowpane checkered suit and burgundy shirt oozed power, especially when paired with his icy glare.

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Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron man)

The king of style himself - Tony Stark. When he’s not saving the world in his Iron Man suit, Tony’s showing up to parties in the sharpest tailored suits. But I have to say, it’s his off-duty look that’s my favorite. Stark’s laid-back vibe - T-shirts, jeans, and sneakers - proves that you don’t need to be in a suit to look stylish.

Marvel's Avengers: Age Of Ultron..Tony Stark/Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.)..Ph: Jay Maidment..?Marvel 2015
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And who could forget that Bruce Lee T-shirt from Avengers: Age of Ultron?

How Robert Downey Jr. got a shirt of Bruce Lee DJing into ‘Avengers Age of Ultron’

After the trailer dropped, fans rushed to get their hands on that shirt, catapulting the brand into the spotlight.

Dane Dehaan (Harry Osborn)

In The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Dane Dehaan brought Harry Osborn to life, and boy, did he do it in style. His brooding, sophisticated look added an edge to the character that stood out against Peter Parker’s more disheveled style.

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Marvel’s acquisition of Spider-Man means we won’t see Dehaan’s take on Osborn again, but his impeccably dressed villain will live on in memory.

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