
It was widely anticipated that the artist known as Sombr would eventually grace a fashion runway. Sombr, whose real name is Shane Michael Boose, possesses a striking physique, humorously claiming a height of \"six seven,\" coupled with a lean, model-like elegance reminiscent of Hedi Slimane's aesthetic. After achieving widespread recognition with viral TikTok tracks like \"Back to Friends\" and \"Undressed,\" the 20-year-old New York City native, with his signature British-indie-rock inspired curls, has been lauded as the contemporary youth generation's ultimate rock idol. This past Sunday, he leveraged these attributes to make his inaugural modeling appearance at the Vogue World 2025: Hollywood fashion spectacle in Los Angeles.
Alongside fellow model Yasmin Wijnaldum, Sombr captivated the celebrity-filled audience on the catwalk. He was impeccably dressed in a gold sequined jacket, a patterned tie, a matching waistcoat, and high-wawaisted black trousers, all meticulously crafted by Valentino's creative director, Alessandro Michele, as part of the label's spring 2026 collection.
This was not the first instance of Sombr donning Valentino designs for a high-profile gathering. At the recent MTV Video Music Awards, the musician showcased two distinct looks from Michele's resort 2026 presentation: a paisley-embroidered suit and a fuchsia silk shirt paired with polka-dotted trousers. This raises the question of whether he is poised to transition from merely walking the runway to fronting major campaigns. The future certainly holds exciting prospects for this burgeoning fashion figure.








