Kendrick Lamar has expanded his styling team for the “Grand National Tour” with SZA, bringing on two new stylists, Marika-Ella Ames and Zara Mirkin, to support his evolving fashion choices. His wardrobe on the tour showcases a blend of high fashion and streetwear, featuring brands like CHANEL, Supreme, and emerging labels such as Fountain of Soul. This shift comes as his longtime stylist, Taylor McNeill, who was responsible for many of Lamar’s recent iconic looks including his Margiela “Canadian tuxedo” at the 2025 Grammys and the flared Celine jeans at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, is now working with other high-profile clients such as Brad Pitt, Timothée Chalamet, and Lorde.
Lamar has been influential in fashion for years, previously collaborating with brands like Reebok and Nike, and his style has become a focus as his prominence has increased. Since embarking on the “Grand National Tour” in April 2025, the new stylists have dressed him in various standout looks like camouflage patterns, studded belts, and dice-printed distressed denim. Marika-Ella Ames and Zara Mirkin, both recognized for their work with emerging designers and fashionable streetwear, are credited for the diverse and carefully curated outfits Lamar sports during the tour. They have showcased their styling work on social media, emphasizing support for independent makers and young designers.
While it remains unclear if Lamar continues to collaborate with Taylor McNeill, this update in his styling team reflects a broader trend among celebrities who have been refreshing their stylist rosters in 2025. The combination of high fashion and authentic streetwear reflects Lamar’s quest for sartorial excellence that complements his status as a top music artist and culture influencer. The styles he’s been wearing on the tour not only highlight his unique taste but also set trends by spotlighting both established and emerging fashion brands.