From the costumes to the set, from the words of the script to the movements of the actors, everything on stage tells a story. Stage-Inspired Fashion explores ways to add a little dramatic flair to your style.

Here by popular demand: the first of two Hamilton articles! This historical musical has been taking the theatre world by storm.

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I’m young, scrappy, and hungry,
And I’m not throwing away my shot!

Products: Shirt, Pants, Coat, Loafers, Scarf, Sunglasses

For a look inspired by A. Ham himself, start with a pair of black knit pants. (I think these pants look hot!) Add some pieces that have multiple meanings, just like Miranda’s lyrics. The graphic on the t-shirt references Hamilton’s hip hop sensibilities and the color plays the classic image of gray morality. The plaid of the scarf is a nod to his Scottish background and the bright red symbolizes his romantic relationships. The coat has a military feel to it, representing his military service in Act I, and its green color is a direct reference to his distinctive Act II costume. For some street style coolness, finish the look with sunglasses and flashy silver loafers.

Aaron Burr

We dream of a brand new start,
But we dream in the dark for the most part–
Dark as a tomb where it happens.
I’ve got to be in the room where it happens.

Products: Sweatshirt, Jeggings, Jacket, Boots, Hat, Ring

Aaron Burr, sir, is Hamilton’s foil and frenemy. His costumes are darker than most of the other characters’, representing his status as a dark horse. Get his look with a dark leopard-print sweatshirt, a play on the image of the leopard not being able to change its spots — Burr constantly changes his political affiliations, but he’s always trying to get ahead.

Give the look some edge (we are all about edge here at Stage-Inspired Fashion) with sleek black jeggings, a black leather bomber jacket, and heeled black riding boots. Accessorize with a ring featuring the initial “T,” for his daughter Theodosia, and a snapback with a laurel-leaf pattern that symbolizes his high intelligence and classical education.