It’s 2026, everybody, and there’s a quiet revolution happening in men's fashion, and it's happening in very loud, very shiny terms. Sequins, long consigned to the realm of women's evening wear or retro disco nostalgia, have found a confident new home on the male form. As more and more people begin resorting to a fashion landscape that reflects who they are instead of blatantly following fleeting trends, there is a sudden shift in menswear narrative.
The shift isn't sudden; it's been building across red carpets, paddocks, concert stages, and wedding mandaps for a few seasons now. But it feels like 2025-26 is the year that men everywhere, from global icons to Bollywood royalty, finally said: yes, the shine is mine.
Honestly, being able to witness men bring in sequin masterpieces outside the costume territory is a delight. Sequins now penetrate mainstream menswear with pride, confidence and surprising versatiity.
And leading this glittering menswear movement? Some of the world’s most stylish men.
The West Has Spoken
Across the West, sequins have moved from stagewear to serious style territory.
Lewis Hamilton Makes Sequins Formula 1 Approved
If there is one celebrity consistently rewriting menswear rules, it is Lewis Hamilton.
When Lewis Hamilton showed up at the Grand Prix this season in a gleaming sequin shirt, understated in cut, maximal in impact. It felt like a definitive fashion statement from one of sport's most fearlessly dressed figures. Hamilton has long used the paddock as his personal runway, and the sequin shirt moment cemented something that fashion insiders had been watching: that embellishment is no longer gendered, it's just good dressing.
Hamilton is not new to championing fashion as self-expression. He is often blending luxury tailoring with experimental silhouettes. And his recent sequin moment only reinforced one thing: sparkle is no longer off-limits for men.
What once felt theatrical suddenly felt wearable.
Benson Boone’s Blue Sequin Moment Was Peak Gen-Z Glam
Across the Atlantic, pop's brightest new star Benson Boone has been bringing the same energy to his performances and public appearances. His blue sequin piece, worn with the kind of effortless confidence that only comes from someone who genuinely doesn't care what you think became one of the most talked-about menswear looks of his tour cycle. There's something about the way Boone carries sparkle that feels generational: not campy, not ironic, just alive and unapologetically joyful.
For Gen Z, sequins are not about “dressing up” in the traditional sense. They are about personality, confidence, and owning the spotlight.
Benson Boone’s shimmering look was exactly that.
India’s OG Shine
In India, sequins have never been a trend, they have always been part of the celebration.
Ranveer Singh Never Met a Sequin He Didn’t Like
When discussing men and sequins, leaving out Ranveer Singh would almost feel criminal.
Bollywood’s most fearless dresser has made maximalism his signature, often turning to embellished jackets, metallic details, and sequined separates that command attention. One standout moment remains his sharply tailored sequin jacket—a look that perfectly captured his larger-than-life approach to fashion.
What makes Ranveer’s style resonate is his complete commitment. He never wears sequins hesitantly. He owns them.
And perhaps that is the biggest lesson in pulling off sparkle: confidence is the real styling trick.
Diljit Dosanjh Proves Sequins Can Feel Sophisticated
Diljit Dosanjh has quietly mastered the art of elevated glamour.
His white sequin suit offered a refreshing take on embellished menswear—clean, refined, and undeniably luxurious. Instead of leaning theatrical, the monochrome look felt polished and modern, proving that sequins can be subtle enough for men who prefer understated style.
Diljit’s fashion choices often sit at the intersection of Punjabi heritage and global luxury, and this look was no exception.
It showed that sparkle does not always have to scream. Sometimes, it simply shines.
Karan Johar’s Green Sequin Suit Deserves Its Own Spotlight
Few people embrace drama in fashion quite like Karan Johar.
The filmmaker’s love for embellished tailoring is well documented, but his striking green sequin suit remains one of his standout style moments. Equal parts playful and powerful, the look challenged the idea that men’s formalwear must always stay neutral or predictable.
Karan’s fashion philosophy has always centred around joy, excess, and individuality, and sequins fit perfectly into that world.
Because if fashion cannot be fun, what is the point?
Why Men Are Suddenly Saying Yes to Sequins
The rise of sequins in menswear is not random. It reflects a broader shift in how masculinity and style are being redefined.
Fashion today is far less interested in rigid rules and far more invested in self-expression. Men are increasingly experimenting with textures, embellishments, embroidery, pearls, metallics, and yes—sequins.
Designers across global runways have embraced shimmer in tailored jackets, evening shirts, tuxedos, sherwanis, and even casualwear. The result? Sequins no longer feel intimidating.
Instead, they feel aspirational.
And the beauty of modern sequin dressing lies in its flexibility. You can go subtle with tonal embroidery or dramatic with full embellishment. There is room for both minimalists and maximalists.
The Aza Edit: Sequins Worth Adding to Your Wardrobe
For those ready to make their own sequin statement, whether for a sangeet that demands you outshine the décor, a cocktail reception where the dress code is technically black tie but the spirit is very much Indian maximalism, or simply a party where you want to be remembered, we have curated our favourite sequin pieces for men at Aza right now.
Sequin Kurta Sets for Festive Dressing
In the kurta set category, Spring Break's champagne gold jacket and kurta set is the kind of festive dressing that covers every angle. The brocade cotton satin fabric, geometric sequin and thread embroidery, and mandarin collar kurta come together in a three-piece ensemble that feels refined without being restrained.
For those who prefer a softer interpretation of sparkle, Priyanka Jain's ivory chanderi kurta set lets pearls and sequins do the talking on an understated moonlit base. Elegant, wearable, and already sitting in over 50 shopping bags, this one clearly understands the assignment.
The Sequin Shirt Is the New Party Essential
For men who prefer their embellishment in smaller dose, and trust us, a great sequin shirt is one of the most versatile weapons in the wardrobe, there are standout options worth considering.
Heartistry by Anky's grey pure cotton shirt is a quiet standout, featuring hand embroidery and carefully placed sequins that feel subtle enough for a work dinner while still carrying enough personality for evening plans.
Then there is Siddartha Tytler's grey satin and lycra shirt, complete with a bead-and-sequin tuxedo-inspired panel. Dramatic in all the right ways, it is the kind of piece that instantly turns a regular entrance into a fashion moment.
Sherwanis That Understand Main Character Energy
When it comes to sherwanis, the options feel like a study in contrasts that somehow arrive at the same destination: magnificence.
Millionaire's mehndi brown dupion silk sherwani with mirror work and sequin embellishment feels built for wedding season grandeur, structured, statement-making, and impossible to miss in family photographs.
Meanwhile, Kasbah's black velvet sherwani, detailed with floral embroidery across the hem and sleeves, offers a moodier take on occasion dressing. It is for the man who prefers elegance with a dramatic edge.
Both are made-to-order, both designed to leave an impression.
For the Man Who Likes His Sequins Tailored
The overlap between Indian craftsmanship and Western suiting has never felt more relevant, and Payal and Rishab's navy tuxedo set sits beautifully in that intersection.
Featuring hand-embroidered 3D floral motifs crafted with dabka, sequins, moti, salli, and cutdana on a midnight crepe and wool base, this tuxedo delivers texture and depth that no plain black suit could ever hope to achieve.
This is cocktail dressing with intention, the kind that gets people asking exactly who dressed you.
The Final Sparkle
The men’s sequin moment is not a fleeting trend with an expiry date. It is a redefinition of celebration dressing, one where men are no longer waiting for permission to experiment, shine, or stand out.
From the racetrack to the reception, every man on this list is making the same point in his own way: when in doubt, wear the sequins.
