Luke Newton, the charming Brit who stole hearts as Colin Bridgerton in Netflix’s global phenomenon, isn't afraid to admit that the world of high fashion can be a tad overwhelming. Gone are the days when the son of a hairdresser would meticulously style his hair each morning, obsessing over every strand in the mirror.

“These days, I’m all about keeping it simple," he says with a disarming grin. “A bit of product, and I’m out the door.

Same goes for my clothes. I rely on my team, especially our group chat, for fashion advice. If they give it the thumbs up, I’m good to go.”

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Yes, you read that right. Luke Newton, one of Hollywood’s most stylish young actors, crowdsources his fashion choices. And his latest conquest, a sleek, retro-futuristic suit by Boss, worn for GQ Men of the Year 2022, is a testament to this unique approach.

“We were going back and forth on a few options,” he explains, “But this particular suit, with its ‘50s inspiration, just clicked. It's oversized, comfortable, and has a cool Elvis vibe.”

The Elvis comparison feels fitting. When asked about his style icons, Newton cites Austin Butler, the actor who embodied the King himself in Baz Luhrmann's biopic.

“His red carpet game has been incredible this year,” Newton raves, his enthusiasm bubbling over.

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