LA based fashion stylist James Yardley is the talk of awards season, owing to his work with Heated Rivalry breakout star Connor Storrie.

The London native began his career working under Frank Strachan, whose clients included Kylie Minogue, Nicole Scherzinger and JLS, before curating an impressive roster of personal clients such as Tom Daley, Hannah Waddingham and Selma Blair. His recent work with Storrie has garnered global attention, cementing the actor as a major fashion figure for 2026. Further testament to Yardley’s impact, Storrie was announced as a brand ambassador for Saint Laurent in February 2026 after wearing the brand to multiple awards shows.