If you didn’t have a crush on him, then you probably knew someone who did. Tamer Hosni to Egypt is what Zach Efron is to, well, the world. There’s an undeniable charm to his smile; a certain charisma he carries, and one that has, since 2002, translated into his entire body of work; encompassing both music and cinema. Throughout his years in the spotlight, the Egyptian megastar has had his fair share of moments of fashion fame; whether cool or kitsch, we’ll leave that up to you. One thing remains certain, however, and it’s that we ate it up.

For this week’s Styled Archives, we’re turning back time to an era defined by upturned collars, buttoned-down button-ups, and most importantly, that classic Tamer Hosny gaze.

Portrait | Late ‘90s

Donning a classic black vest and white combo, teenage Hosny looked every bit the bad boy in this pre-fame era portrait. Oh, and, peep the shark tooth necklace.

With Sherine Abdelwahab on the cover of ‘Free Mix Vol.3’ | 2002

Ah, the relic that started it all; you have the classic unbuttoned denim shirt, a la Hosny, the marvelous unibrow, and that certain look in his eyes that tells you this is a man that knew where his future would take him.

With Egyptian actor Ahmed al-Fishawi during the premiere of the Egyptian film Al-Hassa Al-Sabaah | 2005

Wearing a glittering pinstripe suit paired with a causal buttoned-down printed white shirt, Hosny was not beating the chest hair allegations. But you know what? Ate.

Portrait | 2002

Another day, another open shirt. At the onset of his career, Hosny posed for a photoshoot, one that would remain relevant in 2025. Interestingly enough, this particular portrait remains in circulation on social media today, with one account dedicated to posting it every single day.

With Egyptian Actress Zeina at the ‘Captain Hima’ Film Premiere | 2008

In a checkered light blue shirt and minimalist white cap, Hosny celebrated the premiere of his 2008 hit movie alongside co-star Zeina.

In ‘Enaya Bethebbak’ Music Video | 2006

Armed with nothing but his guitar, a light denim straight fit pair of jeans, a Y2K aviator, and a v-neck long-sleeved t-shirt, Hosny gave a performance that would resonate with an entire generation.

‘Ha’ish’ Album Photoshoot | 2009

The Godfather could never. Perhaps one of the very first times in modern history that Hosny did not leave his shirt unbuttoned, this photoshoot showed the Egyptian popstar in a different light, looking like the main love interest out of a mafia romance.

In ‘Arrab Habibi’ | 2004

In a few decades, when interpretations on Y2K fashion vary and historians begin to argue, this music video will solve any and all questions. Throughout the 5-minute duration of ‘Arrab Habibi’, Hosny dons everything from tank tops to oversized suits all the way to multi-coloured print sweatshirts.

With ‘Omar w Salma’ Co-Star Mai Ezz El Din | 2011

Looking like a killer power couple, Hosny and Ezz El Din were emblematic of an era in Egyptian cinema…though not exactly when it came to what ‘romanc’e should look like.

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