Only R&B superstar Usher can erase time as he becomes your time travel guide in his highly anticipated Past Present Future tour. Joined by talented stylists Jan-Michael Quammie and Yashua Simmons, Usher showcases a blend of contemporary and classic fashion, reflecting his musical evolution. Looking forward to mesmerizing performances! This tour serves as a rare opportunity to get an inside look at the fashion that has become synonymous with Usher’s captivating stage presence.
Backstage at London’s O2 Arena, Usher dons a striking black faux fur coat, which he describes as “sexy and easy, and feels very rock and roll.” This selection is a perfect example of his dedication to comfort, while still keeping things bold and colorful. He approaches fashion with an open mind, stating, “You leave me in the room with the clothes, I’m gonna try everything on.”
Past Present Future tour with some of Ralph Lauren’s most stunning bejeweled jeans. Sporting these ostentatious jeans takes Usher’s already ostentatious closet to the next level. The collaboration with Quammie and Simmons highlights the seamless integration of personal style and professional polish, ensuring that every outfit resonates with Usher’s artistic vision.
Created by Fuse Interactive, the Styling the Tour feature provides fans with a never before seen behind-the-scenes look. Find out the ensembles and installations that put together Usher’s tour wardrobe! Directed by Kynza Kendall-Jones and edited by Tajah Smith, the feature dives deep into the creative process behind each look. It features work from recognizable designers like De Javier, David Koma, and Rober Wun.
Historically, Usher is known for his signature Prada goggles, which were a defining accessory during the early years of his career. This wistful embrace of bygone eras is apparent in every note of the tour, as he marries classic forms with new-school aesthetics.
The partnership between Usher and his stylists has changed how now fans just look at his fashion as an extension of who he is. Quammie and Simmons craft looks that really reflect who Usher is. Their craft translates directly to his audience, so every fit feels fresh. Their joint effort serves to highlight how crucial collaboration is to the realization of a truly unified aesthetic.
No one else can mesmerize audiences like Usher with his extraordinary music. The Past Present Future tour is a full circle retrospective that celebrates his enduring legacy to the music and fashion industries. Follow along with his adventure in this month’s Styling the Tour. This opens up a vault of creativity for fans to understand the craft behind his groundbreaking looks.