In the world of fashion, opposites often attract, but Hailey and Justin Bieber’s sartorial choices couldn’t be more divergent.
During their recent appearance in New York to promote Rhode’s new lip gloss, Hailey made a striking statement in a firetruck red strapless Ermanno Scervino mini dress. She paired it with red open-toe stiletto heels and custom strawberry-shaped earrings from Alessandra Rich. Hailey managed to seamlessly transition through three different outfits in a single day, all connected by the common thread of red. In contrast, her husband Justin, who’s been married to her for five years, followed closely behind wearing yellow Crocs, gray sweatpants, and a baby pink baseball cap from Nahmias.
As they walked together, it begged the question: were they headed to the same destination? Was Hailey off to an elegant dinner and drinks while Justin had popped out for a quick snack run? The reality was surprisingly peculiar – they were both en route to a Krispy Kreme store. The reason behind this shared excursion was Rhode’s latest peptide lip gloss, inspired by Krispy Kreme’s limited edition strawberry glaze flavor. The promotional crossover led to the Biebers personally picking up a strawberry glaze donut – a moment where Justin’s casual attire seemed quite fitting.
Justin has long championed a laid-back and comfortable wardrobe, often seen in oversized jeans and hoodies, regardless of the occasion. His relaxed style frequently contrasts with Hailey’s, whether it’s for their numerous date nights or even the 2022 Grammys, where he wore a pink beanie on the red carpet. On the other hand, Hailey has curated herself as a modern-day It Girl, which naturally requires an attention-grabbing wardrobe.
The clashing ensembles worn by Justin and Hailey sparked a lively discussion about the meaning behind dressing as a couple. Some social media users weighed in on the matter. “If your partner dresses up to go to Krispy Kreme, you should dress up too,” suggested menswear writer @dieworkwear on Twitter. Another user humorously added, “I would have left him in the car.”
The question arises: should partners coordinate their outfits, even at all times? Going too matchy-matchy might lead to cringe-worthy memories, like Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake in their matching Canadian tuxedos at the 2001 AMAs. However, there’s an undeniable charm when a couple coordinates their attire. Think Rihanna and A$AP Rocky enveloped in his and hers blankets at the 2021 Met Gala, or Tom Holland and Zendaya in matching brown outfits on the “Spiderman: No Way Home” red carpet. Cher and Sonny Bono, the iconic musical duo known for their complementary fashion sense during their tumultuous relationship, also come to mind.
Perhaps if Justin had opted for slacks or a button-down shirt, Hailey could have had her spotlight without any distractions. While celebrating differences and personal styles is crucial, in the case of the Biebers, one can’t help but wonder if the divide lies in taste or effort.