Leoš Mareš' Fashion in SuperStar: From Auto Mechanic to Grandpa from the Garden. His Wardrobe is Supervised by His Wife
Leoš Mareš (50) is drawing attention in SuperStar this year with his clothing as well. The jury made fun of him for his jumpsuit, another outfit resembled a grandpa from the garden. And his wife also had objections.
Singers battle before the jury for advancement, Leoš Mareš (50) meanwhile demonstrates how many different forms a television host's wardrobe can have. In this year's SuperStar, he alternates see-through materials, pearl necklaces, wide-leg trousers and even a jumpsuit in which he could directly check an engine. At least according to judges Pavol Habera (64) and Jakub Prachař (43), who made a bit of fun of him on camera because of his chosen outfit.
Mareš simply knows how to be extravagant and it apparently does him good when he's properly visible. However, it wasn't always like this and he kept himself more in the background. Years ago, he wore fitted shirts, narrow ties and jackets emphasizing his figure. Today, he gives the fabric considerably more space and adds accessories that many of his peers probably wouldn't wear to a television studio. However, bold dressing didn't start with him after celebrating his fiftieth birthday. It's enough to remember the fur coats that became one of the symbols of the beginnings of his career.
He Got a New Job in Overalls
Perhaps it would be worth considering whether to rename this year's SuperStar to Leoš Mareš's fashion show. He sparks discussion on social media with each new episode. One of this year's most striking outfits is definitely the light-colored overalls with a front zipper, large pockets, and rolled-up sleeves. The monochrome outfit is complemented by a watch and a delicate piece of jewelry at the neck. The overall look seems well thought out, however the resemblance to work clothing is hard to overlook.
It's no wonder that the judges didn't miss the opportunity for jokes. Pavol Habera started joking with Mareš as if he were a car mechanic and demanded an oil change and inspection of his vehicle. Jakub Prachař soon joined in with a question about whether the host would also show him the removed parts. However, Mareš wasn't caught off guard and promptly explained how he solved the strange sounds from Habera's car. Apparently, all it took was removing his own CD from the player. He also offered the singer a car wash and later assured him that he not only changed his tires, but even paid for refueling out of his own pocket. The white overalls thus became a recurring joke that the jury and host enjoyed throughout the entire casting day. It was thus clear that this year wouldn't be played on such a serious note as it used to be in the past. Perhaps that's why Mareš can afford to be bolder in his outfits. In previous years, he wanted to inspire respect with his choice of clothing, but now he doesn't need to and his long-standing career speaks for itself.
At the press conference, he resembled a grandpa from the garden
Mareš attracted attention already at the presentation of the new series. He buttoned his light-colored shirt with prominent chest pockets all the way to the neck and tucked it into dark trousers with a high waist and wide legs. Next to the judges in jeans, t-shirts and sneakers, he looked as if he had arrived from a different era.
However, it was precisely the old-fashioned cut that amused part of those discussing on social media. To some, it resembled the clothes their grandfathers wore when heading to the garden, others saw in the presenter straight away grandpa Komárek from the film Na samotě u lesa. Yet this time he didn't reach for loud colors or conspicuous patterns. An unusual combination of cuts was enough to cause a stir. The high-set waist optically shortened the torso and emphasized the long, loose trouser legs. However, we are used to such fashion experiments from Mareš. Even in subdued shades, he can choose clothes in which no one will overlook him.
Translucent Shirt, Tank Top and Pearls
In a photograph from outdoor filming, Mareš chose a more relaxed combination. Over a black tank top, he threw on a dark patterned shirt that was translucent in daylight, and complemented it with a pearl necklace and a delicate chain with a pendant. He could easily head out to a summer festival like this. Such an outfit was suitable for the Ctěnice castle grounds, where the auditions were filmed during the summer.
However, the pearls attracted the most attention. The presenter had a fondness for jewelry in previous seasons of SuperStar as well, but back then he primarily opted for chains, statement watches and bracelets. This time he chose an accessory that many still associate mainly with women's wardrobes. However, Mareš clearly doesn't worry about such prejudices.
His Wife Also Had Reservations
Mareš didn't avoid comments about his clothing even at home. On the Ranní show on Evropy 2, he talked about how he and his wife Monika (45) watched the opening of this year's SuperStar. While he was enjoying the show's return to screens, she was dealing with his white sleeveless top. According to the host's account, she didn't understand what stylist Filip Vaněk (48) had dressed him in. The exposed arms simply didn't sit right with her for a television appearance.
Part of the audience, and apparently his wife too, would prefer to see him in a shirt and jacket. But Mareš is enjoying dressing up for SuperStar his own way this year.
Wide trousers instead of tight jeans
In the next episode, he looked as if he had set off for an American high school. He wore a dark jacket with light sleeves, striped trims and snap buttons over a white T-shirt, the kind we know from overseas student films. He completed it with light cargo pants and white sneakers. But even this time it wasn't a completely ordinary combination. The trousers were so wide that their legs gathered abundantly above the shoes. The short jacket moreover emphasized their volume even more.
Other times he reached for a dark jacket with decorative lacing across the chest, which resembled a historical uniform. From a car mechanic through a festival visitor to an American student, he's changed into quite a lot this year. This raises even greater curiosity about what he'll wear for the final broadcasts. A suit would seem logical, but with Mareš it's hard to expect he'll stick to the classics. After such a fashion show, it might even be a bit of a shame.
He used to wear suspenders, a scarf and blue leather
Even in previous seasons, Mareš didn't make do with just a suit. Once he appeared in front of the cameras in a checkered shirt with rolled-up sleeves, grey trousers and suspenders that livened up the whole combination. An unbuttoned collar, chain, watch and bracelets were also present. Another time he threw a long grey scarf over a light shirt or reached for a rich blue leather jacket, grey t-shirt and light jeans. He also drew attention then with an unusually long end of a black belt that he let hang over his trousers. You can revisit his former fashion experiments in our gallery.
He certainly had a taste for trying new things even back then. However, he wore much more fitted clothing: jackets were tailored, shirts narrower, and trousers had far less wide legs. This year, on the contrary, he gives much more space to loose cuts. Those who remember him in tight-fitting shirts and skinny jeans may need a while to get used to his current wardrobe.
Who stands behind his fashion courage
Mareš is now considered a fashion icon, but he's not alone in choosing his clothes. Even off camera, he's advised by Filip Vaněk and his wife Monika, a former fashion editor who has a weakness for luxury and herself belongs among the best-dressed women in Czech showbusiness. The presenter, however, admitted in one interview that he doesn't consider himself a great connoisseur of fashion. When choosing what suits him, he's happy to rely on those around him.
Vaněk previously described that he looks for inspiration abroad and combines expensive pieces with commonly available clothing. Moreover, according to him, Mareš's character allows him to try even more daring models. However, sometimes Monika has the final word, as she directs the stylist's ideas when she doesn't like the resulting combination. What would she say about the return of fur coats, which once were among her husband's trademarks? With Mareš, such a return to the past would probably surprise no one.
