Cortis has stolen hearts with their boyish charm, unafraid to challenge convention and norms through not only their music but also their wardrobe. The five-member boy group truly live up to their name, “Colour Outside the Lines”.
Rather than committing rigidly to a singular aesthetic, they showcase versatility, flitting between sporty streetwear, rebellious grunge, 2000s maximalism, and boyfriend-material basics, to name a few. Putting a label on them is a tricky business, but the youthful, mischievous energy they exude makes them unmistakably Cortis.
Sporty Athleisure
Sporty track jackets and windbreakers are a staple in the Cortis wardrobe, whether teamed with baggy denim or matching track pants. Athletic wear is a firm favourite across many of their looks. Adidas track jackets in primary colours have become something of a signature, often worn open over a plain shirt or zipped up for a casual look. Their sportswear leans heavily into street fashion with the oversized fits—nostalgic yet current.
Indie Sleaze
Their track ‘ACAI’ marked their most experimental styling to date, fully embracing the Euro sleaze aesthetic. Think fur coats, fun scarves, statement sunglasses, and intentionally mismatched trousers mirroring the heady mix of glamour and maximalism that defines Indie Sleaze. This aesthetic thrives on chaos, mixing textures, clashing colours, and layering accessories—all heavily influenced by the party nightlife of the 2000s. This carefree, devil-may-care confidence is a perfect match for the track itself.
Grunge
James, in particular, often leans into the group’s grungier side, with his mussed-up spiked hair serving as the perfect embodiment of this style. When channelling punk-rock, the members are clad in washed or distressed denim, oversized outerwear, and darker hues. Rather than going all-out with classic punk, Cortis dials down the intensity with cleaner styling. Their jewellery stays minimalist, and their clothes offer a modernised take on grunge that feels approachable rather than aggressively rebellious.
Boy Next Door
At the opposite end of the spectrum, the boy group also adopts a laid-back “boy-next-door” aesthetic. Plain T-shirts, comfortable jackets, simple crewnecks, and basic trousers—these pared-back choices allow the members’ personalities to shine through and take centre stage. Their outfits hinge on the cut and fit rather than the bells and whistles, favouring comfort with fun and solid colours. The simplicity is spot on, capturing the charm of everyday dressing, making the members feel relatably down-to-earth despite their superstar halo.
Cortis stands out not only for their fun and exciting styling, but also because every look they sport is easily identifiable. Whether it is colourful sportswear, maximalist sleaze, grunge, or simple everyday staples, Cortis’ youthful spirit always shines through. Fashion, for Cortis, is just another language through which they express their distinct individuality and character on top of the music they are creating.
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