Pole Position in Style: Our Favorite F1 Paddock Looks from Every Grand Prix So Far
Formula 1 has never been just about the cars, the strategy, and the split-second drama. Already eight Grand Prix weekends in, and from drivers to their partners, the paddock has fully evolved into its own runway show. The style grid is stacked, with arrivals serving everything from sharp tailoring to effortless streetwear, turning every entrance into a moment of its own.
Each weekend, we’ve selected the paddock arrivals that stood out the most—whether drivers, partners, or personalities who brought their own interpretation of race weekend style.
So it’s lights out and away we go—through the best paddock looks from every Grand Prix weekend of the season so far.
Australian Grand Prix (March 6-8)
Kicking off the season in Melbourne, everyone delivered standout style moments that set the tone for the year ahead.
The best look from the weekend comes from none other than the seven-time world champion and Met Gala co-chair, Lewis Hamilton. He arrives with his signature mix of ease and edge. A deep navy zip jacket with sharp white piping cuts across the silhouette like a graphic statement, bringing structure to an otherwise relaxed sport-luxe look. Paired with wide-leg black trousers and understated accessories, the outfit lands as quietly powerful. Hamilton proves once again that his fashion game is just as elite as his racing pedigree.
Liam Lawson and Hannah St. John lean into a more balanced, complementary aesthetic. Lawson opts for a relaxed feel, styling a black worker jacket over a white tee and muted green pleated trousers. His partner balances the palette in tailored resort chic, wearing a coordinated oatmeal halter vest and shorts set layered with an asymmetric waistcoat. Together, they deliver a look that feels right at home on the Melbourne paddock runway.
Clearly, the Australian Grand Prix opens the season with a message: paddock style is already in motion.
Chinese Grand Prix (Mar 13-15)
The Chinese Grand Prix showcased a blend of heritage-inspired fashion and contemporary styling.
All eyes were on Lily Muni He—professional golfer and partner of Alex Albon—who delivered a standout look after another, with her best centered on a crisp white button-down blouse that subtly nods to traditional Chinese design. Featuring a mandarin collar and a clean covered placket for a minimalist finish, the top is elevated by dramatic puff sleeves gathered just above the elbow, adding soft volume and a romantic edge. She balances the structured silhouette with a chic black midi skirt detailed with a feathered hemline, resulting in a polished balance of cultural reference and modern elegance.
Franco Colapinto shows up to media day while nailing a look that feels aggressively cool and perfectly attuned to the gorpcore-meets-early-2000s-revival trend. Dressed in layered shades of blue, he bundles up in a Patagonia Retro Pile Jacket, giving the outfit its distinctly functional, fleece-forward core, while embroidered trousers add an unexpected textural twist that leans into a more styled, fashion-forward direction.
Japanese Grand Prix (Mar 27-29)
The Asia leg continues in Japan, where contrast becomes the defining style language.
Kimi Antonelli and Lewis Hamilton present opposing visual codes. Antonelli, as the current race leader, channels a utility-driven presence in monochrome streetwear with an oversized Mercedes black bomber, hoodie, and cargo pants, while Hamilton pushes expressive tailoring in a bold chartreuse yellow high-neck zip-up jacket paired with fluid royal purple wide-leg trousers, delivering a high-contrast, editorial finish. Seen together, their contrasting looks highlight the two distinct expressions of confidence within the same competitive lineage.
The drivers’ partners are known for their non-stop serves during Grand Prix weekends, and this round was no different, with one of the standout looks coming from Kika Gomes—model and partner of Pierre Gasly—who delivered a refined, fashion-forward take on tonal dressing. She turns heads in a sophisticated monochromatic chocolate brown pantsuit that drapes effortlessly over dark pointed-toe heels, elongating the frame with understated elegance. A totally polished, high-fashion paddock moment.
Miami Grand Prix (May 1-3)
Back after a brief break in the calendar, the Miami Grand Prix returns the paddock to full sun-drenched spectacle, where fashion leans into statement and ease in equal measure.
Lewis Hamilton, of course, sets the tone in true fashion-week form, stepping out in Saint Laurent Spring 2026. He pairs a vibrant translucent highlighter-orange windbreaker with a sharp satin burnt-orange collared shirt and a sleek burgundy tie. He then finishes the look with relaxed-fit pleated dark brown trousers and black leather shoes. The result is bold, controlled, and unmistakably Miami.
Adding to the weekend’s softer, sun-soaked aesthetic is the Pérez family, who fully embrace the resort spirit of the city. Carola Martínez leads with an elevated coastal look, styling a white ribbed tank top with a mint green patterned wrap skirt. Sergio Jr. keeps things classic and comfortable in a navy polo, light shorts, and sneakers, while Sergio Pérez completes the family’s coordinated palette in a relaxed blue-and-white striped linen shirt worn open over a simple base, paired with crisp white trousers and dark sneakers. The family embodies Miami’s tropical ease.
Canadian Grand Prix (May 22-24)
The Montreal paddock embraced a more relaxed approach to race weekend dressing, where effortless styling and subtle local references took center stage.
Among the standout arrivals, Pierre Gasly fully embraces the spirit of Montreal, leaning into one of fashion’s most fitting nods for the weekend: the Canadian tuxedo. He gives it a contemporary update with a relaxed, collarless zip-up denim jacket paired with matching mid-wash, loose-fit jeans. A crisp white T-shirt keeps the palette clean, while classic black sunglasses add a refined finishing touch. He proved that sometimes the strongest style statements come from knowing exactly how to dress for the moment.
Monaco Grand Prix (Jun 5-7)
Few stops on the calendar carry the same weight as Monaco, where Formula 1 meets pure glamour, and the streets transform into the sport’s most iconic runway.
Lewis Hamilton brings peak luxury and high-fashion drama to the weekend. Arriving earlier that weekend on a Ducati superbike, he dresses in pure opulence. He wears a striking oversized pastel pink suit with flowing, wide-leg trousers. The ultimate showstopper is the dramatic royal purple overcoat draped effortlessly cape-style over his shoulders, delivering pure theatrical luxury on the streets of Monte Carlo.
Ultimately, no F1 paddock style roundup feels complete without Alexandra Saint-Mleux, now Alexandra Leclerc, following her wedding to Charles Leclerc. As a Monaco local, she naturally leans into the effortless codes of Riviera dressing. She wears a white lace cropped top detailed with romantic ruffles, paired with a matching tiered maxi skirt that moves between delicate and statement-making. Finished with simple black sunglasses and a tiny designer bag, she delivers the ultimate chic that feels completely natural for someone who calls Monaco home.
Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix (Jun 12-14)
The Barcelona paddock brings ease back into focus, where relaxed tailoring and neutrals define a more sun-ready race-day energy.
Esteban Ocon and Flavy Barla could easily take the title for the best-looking couple for the weekend. Strolling through the paddock, they serve up the ultimate masterclass in coordinated, casual summer chic. Flavy looks effortlessly stunning in a crisp ensemble, pairing a simple black ribbed tank top with high-waisted, pleated white tailored shorts, tied together with a classic black belt and matching heels. Beside her, Esteban mirrors her vibe perfectly with an equally clean look, sporting an off-white jacket over a deep burgundy t-shirt, casual khaki cargo trousers, and fresh white sneakers. Their breezy, understated elegance is absolute perfection for a sunny Spanish race weekend.
Austrian Grand Prix (Jun 26-28)
The Austrian Grand Prix paddock weekend showed subtle styling choices and relaxed silhouettes, defining a more understated weekend mood.
Lily Zneimer, Oscar Piastri’s girlfriend, brings a quietly intentional approach to paddock dressing, balancing ease with subtle nods to the McLaren visual identity. She styles high-waisted, wide-leg blue jeans with a black halter tank embroidered with a minimal McLaren logo, finished with a striking papaya-orange shoulder bag that echoes the team’s signature color. The outfit sits naturally alongside Oscar Piastri’s consistent commitment to full McLaren team merchandise throughout race weekends.
Last in the roundup is four-time world champion Max Verstappen, earning an honourable mention among the best looks for the weekend. He steps away from his usual uniform of team merch and skinny jeans in favour of a noticeably more relaxed, modern silhouette. He arrives in a textured off-white ribbed knit T-shirt that replaces rigid team gear with clean, understated minimalism. The real shift comes in the denim, where he moves into a straight, loose-fit, wide-leg jean that drapes naturally over classic white sneakers. A small but welcome style evolution that feels the beginning of a permanent retirement from his skinny-jean era.
From Melbourne to Monaco, Shanghai to Miami, the paddock has become a season-long runway where identity is styled as clearly as performance.
As the season continues, all eyes stay on the next arrivals.
With a paddock this unpredictable, you never quite know who’s going to surprise us next.
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