Exactly one year ago today, Toronto-based designer Warren Steven Scott was enjoying a vacation in Italy—but more specifically, he was following Italian pop star Marco Mengoni on his summer tour. “I traveled to Bologna, Rome, and Florence, and had tickets to his shows in each city,” Scott says. “I’ve always been interested in Italian culture. Italy was one of the first countries I ever visited.”

At the time, Scott—who is Indigenous and from the Nlaka’pamux Nation in British Columbia—had just discovered Mengoni’s music. He became a fan not only of his unique voice but also of his theatrical stage style. (Mengoni, styled by Dua Lipa’s go-to Lorenzo Posocco for the tour, wore everything from custom Versace to Valentino.)

“I noticed he wears a lot of monochromatic looks, but also lots of embellishments and decorative details,” says Scott. “I really connected with the way he dressed.” Scott was so inspired by Mengoni’s wardrobe that, a year later, he’s releasing a full menswear collection based on him.

The new line, called “The Place Where We Went Together, Remember?,” launches today and marks Scott’s first time designing men’s clothing. (Scott started with sculptural earrings, which are still his bestsellers, but he recently began making womenswear too.) When he felt ready to take on menswear, he says he was naturally drawn back to the boldness and drama of Mengoni’s personal style. “As a creative challenge, I asked myself what I would do if I were asked to design Marco’s tour wardrobe,” Scott says.

The result? A lively mix of new men’s pieces that definitely grab attention. And the best part is, you don’t need to be a music superstar to wear them. The clothes, priced from $200 to $2,500 USD, are far from everyday basics: there are silky wrap-tied blouses and embroidered sequin coats. “Even though this collection is meant for the stage, it’s also designed for special occasions,” says Scott. “I wanted to design what I would wear out to dinner. The pieces are meant to be fun, enjoyed, and noticed.”

Standout items include an embroidered rose coat and sequined button-up shirts that can light up any room. “There are lots of sequins, ribbons—very sheer fabrics,” says Scott. “I wanted pieces with a lot of movement that photograph well.” His wrap-tied shirts and blouses, available in various colors, can be tied around the neck or left loose. “In my jewelry work, I use a lot of long oval shapes, which are a signature shape of the Pacific Northwest,” says Scott. “I used that as inspiration to think about how I could elongate my clothing too.”

Many of Scott’s other pieces can be styled or worn in multiple ways. He created colorful trousers—in bright pink or green—that can be buttoned off at the knee and turned into shorts. He says this approach was inspired by a musician like Mengoni’s life on the road. “If you’re on tour, you want to give each city a different look and vibe,” says Scott. “I was thinking about how a piece could change and create a whole new outfit.”

More broadly, his clothes carry a superstar spirit—a feeling Scott believes anyone can bring into their daily life. “A lot of people have events where they can let themselves have fun with fashion,” says Scott. “I wanted to celebrate dressing up.” As for other notable artists he’d love to see in his new menswear line, now that it’s out in the world—besides, of course, Mengoni? “Erykah Badu needs the white coat with the sequin rose motifs, with a big hat,” says Scott. “Pedro Pascal would also look great.”…d in the blouses.” We couldn’t agree more.

Photos: Kristina Dittmar

Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of FAQs about Warren Steven Scotts menswear line and its Italian pop star aesthetic written in a natural conversational tone

BeginnerLevel Questions

1 What exactly is Warren Steven Scotts menswear line
Its a fashion brand that mixes bold retroinspired shapes with modern streetwear Think oversized blazers wideleg trousers and playful colorful prints

2 What does dress like an Italian pop star actually mean
It means looking effortlessly confident and a little dramatic Imagine the sharp suits of 80s Italian TV hosts mixed with the cool relaxed vibe of modern indie rock stars Its polished but never stiff

3 Is this style only for young people
Not at all The core idea is about attitude and silhouettebold shoulders cinched waists and relaxed fits Anyone can wear the pieces its more about how you carry yourself

4 Where can I buy Warren Steven Scotts clothes
You can find them on his official website at select highend boutiques and sometimes at online retailers like Ssense or Farfetch Check the brands Stockists page for a full list

5 Is this brand very expensive
Its considered contemporary luxury Prices are higher than fast fashion but generally lower than major luxury houses A shirt might cost 200400 and a jacket 6001200

Intermediate Questions

6 What are the key pieces I need to start dressing like an Italian pop star
Start with three things a structured slightly oversized blazer a pair of highwaisted wideleg trousers and a statement shirt

7 Can I wear this style casually or is it only for parties
You can definitely dress it down Pair the wide trousers with a simple white tshirt and sneakers Or wear the blazer open over a plain crewneck sweater and jeans The key is mixing the dramatic pieces with everyday basics

8 How does this style differ from other retro or vintage trends
Its less about exact historical replication It takes the