Joshua Ledet Is Fashion Savvy on American Idol 2012

Joshua Ledet is 20 years old and comes from Westlake, LA. Currently, he is better known as one of the top four singers in the 2012 season of the television show American Idol. Joshua Ledet is also becoming known for his fashion. His classy, streamlined outfits add to his genuine charm on the television show.

Joshua Ledet's two performances on the May 2 episode of American Idol helped launch him both as a singer who could win Idol and also as a fashion contender to fellow television contestant Jessica Sanchez.

Joshua Ledet has already developed his own fashion style on the television show's 2012 stage, impressive for such a young age. On May 2, he donned his classic suit style as he sang The Temptations' hit "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" for the 60's-themed television episode of American Idol.

Joshua Ledet wore a black blazer with black-and-white striping on the arms as he moved confidently across the television stage. Under the blazer was a rich deep-blue collared cotton shirt. His stream-lined black pants and black shoes were a sophisticated way to complete the outfit's classic fashion statement.

The final touch was the fresh yellow daffodil pinned to his blazer. The flower added a pop of colour to the outfit that set Ledet apart for fashion from competitors such as Phillip Phillips, who wore grey and olive green on the same American Idol night.

The blazer was a unique fashion piece with the striping and fit perfectly to Joshua Ledet's slim profile. The pleats of the blazer created a fitted look as he walked the the television stage. The singer is in style as pleats are a popular fashion trend for the spring season. The outfit translated well onto the television screen.

Joshua Ledet polished his appearance on the American Idol stage when fashion icon Tommy Hilfiger appeared on the show for the television episode March 21. As a celebrity stylist, Hilfiger's role was to polish the look of the American Idol contestants.

Hilfiger said of Ledet, "I think Joshua has a chance to be polished. I think that by dressing him up it will help him." Hilfiger suggested Ledet wear a suit or a tuxedo to create a more dressed-up and fashion savvy look on the television stage.

Since the American Idol episode, Ledet has worn fitted blazers, shirts and crisp pants. The singer has a suave appearance that is fashion forward each time he appears on the television stage. Tommy Hilfiger's fashion advice has been well taken and looks great on television!

While American Idol is primarily a television singing competition, the look of the contestants does play a role in the show. Home viewers vote each week for who they want to keep on the television show. One singer goes home, based on the lowest number of votes for the particular week of American Idol.

Votes of television viewers may be based on the look of the singers as well as the quality of their voices. The television look needs to be fashion forward, trendy. fresh and relatable with television viewers. The 2012 American Idol viewers are looking for the total package, a young singer who is conscious of fashion and has a great voice as well. Joshua Ledet meets the American Idol requirements!

During the May 2 television episode, American Idol Judge Jennifer Lopez said to Ledet, "I think you're one of the best singers I've seen in 50 years."

Joshua Ledet stands strong as he competes on television each week against the other American Idol finalists Phillip Phillips, Hollie Cavanagh and Jessica Sanchez. Not only is his voice smooth and strong, but Ledet also has fashion that is classic and confident. The singer continues to receive supportive comments from the television judges each week.

Joshua Ledet is a performer to watch on the American Idol episodes, both for his voice and for his great sense of fashion!