A sleek pair of black leather boots from Saint Laurent has become the latest must-have item for Hollywood’s leading men, spotted on style icons like Pedro Pascal, Alexander Skarsgård, and Brad Pitt. The $4,500 designer footwear, crafted by creative director Anthony Vaccarello, is making waves as the season’s standout accessory, blending rugged masculinity with high-fashion edge.
Brad Pitt recently showcased the boots in a striking GQ cover shoot, pairing them with a black beanie and a utilitarian Louis Vuitton jumpsuit for a look that balanced workwear cool with runway polish. Before him, Pedro Pascal turned heads at the Los Angeles premiere of The Last of Us, styling the boots with leather pants, a checked blue-green blazer, and a bold cobalt sweater. Meanwhile, Alexander Skarsgård made his Cannes Film Festival debut in the same boots, elevating a classic tuxedo with the unexpected addition of knee-high leather—a choice that quickly went viral and spawned countless memes.
Reflecting on his Cannes appearance, Skarsgård shared with W Magazine, “It was my first time at the festival, and I wanted to honor the spirit of my character in The Pillion, who wears a lot of leather. The boots felt like the perfect statement.”
The trend marks a shift toward bold, statement footwear in men’s fashion, proving that even timeless pieces like a tailored suit can feel fresh with a daring twist. As more A-listers embrace the look, Saint Laurent’s boots are cementing their status as the ultimate symbol of modern masculine style.
