NBA players’ fashion has been a trendsetter for men’s fashion, from the funky buggy vests, trousers, t-shirts in the ’90s. Regardless of the new dress codes that Stern introduces, the NBA players remain the forerunners in driving the male fashion code. David Stern set the 2005 dress code to a business casual dressing; NBA players dressed in the best fashion business wear. 

NBA players are no slouches when it comes to fashion off the courts. Lebron James, Russell Westbrook, James Harden, and Dwyane Wade have made waves in the fashion outfit into and out of the game. 

Fans get so keen about the outfits players wear into and out of the tunnel. This has led to the explosion of social media pages that focus solely on NBA fashion. Nonetheless, other NBA players also walk into the game dressed in outstanding outfits that guide the men’s fashion. The trendy bunch of NBA players has always presented themselves in modishly eye-catchy styles.  

Which NBA players are the best dressed in 2021?

According to Kelly Oubre Jr., “If you have a stylist, you are not original.” He is one among the NBA players that believe in themselves when picking their outfits. Other NBA player also has their classy picks in fashion, and we shall make deliberate NBA picks of players that stand out because of their style. 

For a while, NBA fashion guides the direction of men’s fashion from the buggies to the slim fits and happy socks. Within the past few years, fans have keenly spotted NBA players like Dwyane Wade, Lebron James, Russell Westbrook. Discover some of the best dressed NBA players in 2021 from our fashion analysts. 

 James Harden 

Harden is always quite explorative in his fashion ideas. He wears a variety, especially during his travels, and gets his dress code inspiration from different people. Harden gets picky in the blending of outfits with accessories. He explains why he wears his silver locking strong chain in an interview, stating that he blended the chain with his all-white pants and shirt. Generally, Harden wears what he feels like as long as he feels confident in it. 

Russell Westbrook

Russell is famous for dashy looks and loves fashion to the extent of making his outfit himself. In his response to an interview, he accounts for his white jumpsuit and white kicks. Like James Harden, he balances his outfits and accessories to find a perfect match. Russell takes the party to match suits top to bottom with a bit of switch on the shoes. 

Lebron James

While expressing himself in the courts as the best, Lebron shines too off the court as one of the most premier NBA players in fashion. He has severally made headlines because of the loads of attention that he attracts among his fan base since he showed up in an all-white buggy suite at the NBA draft. James has previously shown up in dinners, shows, and public events, from rocking colorful suits to tuxedos. 

Sometimes he changes his outfits completely to try out new styles. For example, in late 2010, he was seen incorporating dark sunglasses and black hats in his dressing. Lebron dresses to occasions. He has been seen switching looks to suit various occasions and partners before and after the games.

 Kelly Oubre Jr

Kelly Oubre Jr believes in his fashion’s originality and maintains that there is no need to have a stylist. According to him, style is about coordinating, and people should not overdo it to appear in the masses of other people. His ideal outfit comprises graphic t-shirts, furry coats for lousy weather, flirty pants with long socks, and cool kicks. Kelly likes rings and chains, although he keeps simple because of the hustle when taking them off before the start of the game.  

Hey Bombshells! Meet Ama from London, our Fashion Bombshell of the Day. Check her out below.

Her style is chic, polished and a bit flirty. Whether she’s rocking a neutral monochromatic look, a pop of color, or muted hues, this Bombshell screams sophistication. What do you think of her style?

Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-10 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 5-10 different outfits (no collages) to Bombshell@FashionBombDaily.com. Images submitted will be featured on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or any of our social media platforms. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game! Please be advised: once published, pictures will remain published or unpublished at our discretion.

You Ask, We Answer! @brittanyymelee says, “Are these shoes and socks???? Just shoes ??? What are they i need to know!?”

Jayda Cheaves got ready to head out for the night in a vintage Hermès silk shirt and $1,850 Bottega Veneta “Dot” boots. She paired the look with denim shorts, a mini Hermés pocket belt bag, and jewelry.

When it comes to that perfect popping accessory, Bottega Veneta will always come through and deliver for your style needs. The “Dot” boots are the perfect shoe to turn heads and take your outfit to the next level. The shoe presents itself with in brown leather including a detachable leather sock and spherical chain detail along with a strappy heeled sandal that sits fashionably on 9cm, or 3.5 in, heels.

Would you rock these bad boys?

Photos: @myboyace

Christina Milian was spotted hanging by the pool handling some business while in France. The actress served up a Zoom-ready look in a Fashion Nova mini smock dress.

Christina Milian wore Fashion Nova’s $39.99 Walk That Smock Mini Dress in taupe. This dress offers the perfect summer-chic vibes with its smocked detailing, sweetheart neckline, and slightly sheer fabric. It also features what appears to be an allover floral print design. Since the dress’s fabric is rather see-through, the dress does comes lined. Milian paired the look with a summer-ready “Beach Please” sun hat.

The Nova Babes seem to love the Walk That Smock Mini Dress with comments saying the dress is “stretchy”, “comfy”, and “hugs all the right curves”.

What say you? Shop it here.

Over the weekend, the premiere of the upcoming movie Respect was held in Los Angeles, CA. Respect explores the life of the late and great Aretha Franklin from singing in her father’s church as a young girl to becoming an iconic international musical artist. Jennifer Hudson, who plays Aretha Franklin in the film, appeared at the movie’s premiere event in a dazzling purple look.

Jennifer Hudson wore a custom Dolce and Gabbana look, styled by Wayman and Micah. Her look consisted of a shimmering sequin gown with a leg slit and zero straps along with a floor-length dropped sheer cape. The look was completed with a pair of sparkly Louboutin pumps and Bulgari jewelry.

Hudson also wore a pulled back hairstyle, styled by Kiyah Wright. She opted for a natural-meets-soft glam for her makeup look, executed by Adam Burrell.

Respect lands in theaters this Friday, August 13th. Will you be watching it this weekend?

Photos: Getty

You ask, we answer! Over the weekend, Chloe Bailey brought the heat in her latest fiery look. @samirafrancois says, “Literally need this dress. @fashionbomb where’s it from?!”

Chloe Bailey struck a pose in a dress by PLUGGEDNYC, styled by the brand’s designer Tizita Balemlay. The dress appears in a strapless bandeau style rounded off with sexy details like cutouts on the chest area and a ruched skirt portion with adjustable drawstrings on the side. She paired the look with a pair of black see-through pumps and gold earrings. She wore her locs in a high ponytail for her hairstyle of choice.

The PLUGGEDNYC dress will soon be available on www.pluggednyc.com, stay tuned for details here.

Would you rock this dress?

Photos: Edwig Henson

Last Thursday, Kanye West held a second listening event in Atlanta for his DONDA album which was scheduled to release the following day but is now rumored to drop on August 15. The artist also held a listening event in Atlanta on July 22 of which he stayed in the Mercedes Benz stadium to complete the album following his performance. For both events, Kim Kardashian was in attendance with their children North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm West. She appeared at the latest listening party wearing a sultry look by Balenciaga.

Kim Kardashian wore a full black Balenciaga look to the second DONDA listening party. Her look featured Balenciaga’s black turtleneck with gloves paired with the brand’s $2,085 cosmetic pantashoes (sold out). She finished the look off with an unreleased Balenciaga gimp mask, appearing with eye and mouth cutouts.

This latest look from Kim K reminded us of her interesting Halloween 2020 look where she and Kanye wore Balenciaga looks. Kim was outfitted in a red custom look inspired by the brand’s Fall 2020 RTW Draped Jersey Dress and Pantashoes. During this style moment, she also wore a gimp mask where the eye and mouth cutouts were zippered shut.

For the second listening party, the children wore all black looks featuring pieces like oversized tees, trousers, combat boots, and Yeezy sneakers. We’re assuming this was done to have the family match Mr. West’s all-black looks for the evening.

Monica also attended the event where she was spotted grabbing some flicks with Kim Kardashian. Like Kim, Monica wore Balenciaga pieces including $930 logo print short-sleeve shirt, $950 phone holder bag (sold out), $350 BB0101S sunglasses, and $2,250 “Knife Shark” over-the-knee boots.

Thoughts?

Photos: @samphotoset / Cyndi Brown

Draya Michele seems to be enjoying her trip in St. Johns as she was spotted posing at the Hodges Bay Resort and Spa. While at the resort, the model was seen wearing a tie-dye halterneck jumpsuit from Fashion Nova.

Draya Michele wore Fashion Nova’s $49.99 Tahiti Tie Dye Jumpsuit in black. The jumpsuit also comes in an olive colorway. Appearing in a tie-dye design, this piece is absolutely vacation-approved. The jumpsuit features a lace-up hatlerneck detail complete with a wide leg pant. Draya accessorized her jumpsuit with a pair of black sandals along with drop earrings and gold bracelets.

The sizes for the Tahiti Tie Dye Jumpsuit range from XS to 3X, catering to our curvy Bombshells and Nova Babes.

Would you rock this? Shop it here.

Hey Bombshells! Meet Kristin our Fashion Bombshell of the Day, check her out below.

When asked to describe her style Kristin says she is Trendy, Sexy and Conservative. What do you think of her style?

Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-10 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 5-10 different outfits (no collages) to Bombshell@FashionBombDaily.com. Images submitted will be featured on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or any of our social media platforms. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game! Please be advised: once published, pictures will remain published or unpublished at our discretion.

When the former leader of the free world extends an invitation to his 60th birthday party, you show up and show out in style! Erykah Badu knew what to do, deplaning in Martha’s Vineyard for Barack Obama’s bash in a fringed $420 Karla Welch x Levis jacket, Jahnkoy Printed Pants, and Nike x Off White Blazer Mid ‘The Ten‘ Sneakers:

Levi’s® partnered with Karla Welch on an exclusive 501® Day collection. The design is all about future vintage, and features 18″ fringe detail.

Her pants are from Jahnk0y’s collection with Puma.

Her sneakers are now reselling on Fight Club starting at $3,500:

Her swag is subtle but sophisticated–if you know you know!

What say you of her look?

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