One of the greatest saxophonists in jazz history, Johnny Hodges earned notoriety for his work with Duke Ellington’s band—particularly for his solos. Hodges broke away from Ellington in 1951 to form his own group—in part, with a young John Coltrane who took Hodges’ style and expanded on it. Just as his music was something to emulate, so was his style. Hodges blended loose suits with a Bohemian flair that took his look far past the realms of sprezzatura, to the point where it stood on its own. Think of him as a jazz era Johnny Depp, but more sartorial. Take a look at the contemporary version of Hodges’ outfit from the photograph above, articulated below.
(Makins Hats)‘JZ’ Fedora by Makins Hats ($197)
(Peyote Bird)Buffalo Leather, Bead and Sterling Silver Necklace by Peyote Bird
($360)
(Ermenegildo Zegna)
Linen Shirt by Ermenegildo Zegna ($280)
(Burberry)Prince of Wales Wool Part-Canvas Suit by Burberry ($1,695)
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