Colman Domingo feels "comfortable" in Valentino because he and Alessandro Michele are "kindred spirits".
Colman Domingo at the Golden Globe Awards
The 'Sing Sing' star donned a black tuxedo designed by the label's creative director for the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday (05.01.25) and his stylists Micah McDonald and Wayman Bannerman adore the "celebratory" tone the designer offers their famous client's looks.
Wayman told The Hollywood Reporter: “There is definitely a comfort level there, There is a celebratory element that the brand brings to menswear fashion, and it’s always a joyous moment when we connect with Alessandro and a custom creation. So many influences and voices can be expressed through fashion, and Alessandro is not afraid to find the meeting point for those multiple elements.”
Micah added: "Alessandro and Colman definitely became kindred spirits and there’s another level of pride in that, when you can wear clothing created by someone you believe in on a human level.”
The suit was accessorised with a "classic and romantic" Valentino evening show, a diamond-embellished watch by Omega, and diamond jewelery by Boucheron.
Wayman said: “The jewellery is so stunning, statement rings along with some really interesting studs. The look is unique, which also makes it classic Colman.”
But of particular note when it came to the 55-year-old actor's red carpet look at the ceremony was his silk tie.
Micah said: “I have to brag on Wayman for a moment.
“I have never met anyone who ties a better bow than Wayman, and with a brand like Valentino, that’s a talent.
"I was trying to tie it myself tonight [during a fitting], and all of a sudden I noticed the room had gotten quiet.
"Then Wayman walked in and immediately took over. He has an ability to take that tie and elevate it to another level.”
The duo adore working with Colman.
Wayman said: “Our fittings are always super fun, because he’s such a free spirit and adores fashion.
“We try a lot of things in fittings — different colours and silhouettes, mixing prints and patterns together, we play with shapes — and Colman’s always all for it, and we never take very long, because we move through things organically. We’re all just so in sync.”