December 10, 2010
Fashion and sports have always had a bit of a tumultuous relationship.
There was a time when Brett Favre’s decision to endorse Wrangler Jeans would’ve been considered normal. But in 2010, when most pro-athletes can be seen sporting a pair of designer jeans, it just seems out of place.
As consumers demand aesthetic appeal and brands seek to answer their cries, the line between fashion and practicality becomes more blurry. But, for the players that put their names on these innovative pieces, they have found a way to achieve it.
Forbes Magazine's “2010 Best Dressed Athlete” list named stars from football, basketball, tennis and other sports for their innovations in design both on and off the field.
In tennis, Maria Sharapova is no newcomer to the world of fashion; the recent Instyle Russia cover-girl showed fans that she could step out of the traditional tennis apparel box with her tuxedo jacket worn at Wimbledon.
Moving into accessories, Sharapova’s collaboration on a shoes and handbags for Cole Haan has been well received with fashion critiques, awarding the 6’2” Russian the 2010 ACE Awards in New York City for her collaboration.
On the list as well was Roger Federer; the Swiss tennis player always gives the classic appeal of players from the past. His style of clean and crisp polos rarely wavers when out on the court, a style that would seem monotonous on some but works for the quiet player.
Off the court he is no different.
The 29-year-old is typically photographed with his children in preppy sweaters and clean khakis. In addition to this, his friendship with Vogue Editor-In-Chief Anna Wintour certainly doesn’t hurt his runway cred.
Featured together, Venus and Serena Williams have been causing a stir on the court since they first stepped on the scene, beaded braids shaking in the wind.
The sisters daring outfits—think Venus’ 2010 French Open Dress—have successfully managed to raise eyebrows with fans over the years. But the burst of individuality didn’t go unnoticed by the fashion world, with Serena being spotted next to Anna Wintour during the 2010 Fashion Week, and even being asked, personally, to model by Editor-At-Large Andre De leon Tally.
Also making the list was New England Patriots Quaterback Tom Brady, LA Galaxy Midfielder David Beckham, New York Rangers Left Wing Sean Avery and Goalie Henrrik Lundqvist, among others.
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