7 Athletes At The Top Of Their Fashion Game

Who said athletes can’t serve off the court?

By Tara Amelia Sharil - published 10 Jul 2024

As the saying goes, ‘Clothes make the man’. In addition to how they play on the field or court, an athlete’s fashion choices off-duty often reveal insights into their personality. From young tennis player Coco Gauff’s thrift finds to Lewis Hamilton’s flashy ’fits, here are seven of the most stylish athletes today.

Sir. Lewis Hamilton

Amidst the glitz and glamour of high-end race cars and big-name celebrity attendees in the world of Formula 1, Sir. Lewis Hamilton sure knows how to pull out all the stops both on and off the track. With his bold take on colours, textures, and proportions, the seven-time World Champion’s outfits have made him synonymous with fashion’s crossover into athletics. Hamilton is an ambassador for brands such as Tommy Hilfiger and IWC Schaffhausen, and has made multiple appearances at fashion’s most exclusive event, the Met Gala.

Naomi Osaka

Tennis skirts are a staple in women’s tennis, and Naomi Osaka sure knows how to pull them off. When competing, the Japanese tennis star wears her Nike line with poise. Off the court, Osaka pairs tennis skirts with streetwear in an innovative manner. And when she’s not wearing a tennis skirt, Osaka elevates the typical jeans-and-sweater combo with different hairstyles and accessories.

Jules Koundé

The pre-game walk down to the locker room has slowly turned into a red carpet and French footballer Jules Koundé isn’t afraid to strut down the runway in all types of fashion styles. From looking dapper as ever in seamless suits to stirring the pot with his fresh takes on streetwear, this Barcelona defender never fails to show off his inventiveness and versatility.

Coco Gauff

Whether she’s on or off the court, young tennis player Coco Gauff knows how to serve. From her ability to play around with bright colours to pulling off statement dresses, Gauff’s pieces create an image of fierceness, mirroring her playing style. When she’s not posting OOTDs on her Instagram, Gauff’s personal fashion style can still be seen from her thrift finds on her TikTok page.

Son Heung-Min

Footballer Son Heung-min may be adored by fans all over the world for his bubbly personality, but the footballer isn’t afraid to experiment with different fashion styles. Known for his minimalist style, Son launched his own clothing line, Nothing, Ordinary Sunday, back in 2022. That same year, he became a Burberry ambassador, which has seen him expanding his fashion repertoire to include bolder styles.

Eileen Gu

When she isn’t in on snowy slopes, freestyle skier Eileen Gu never fails to impress with her elevated fashion style. In addition to being an Olympic medalist skier, Gu is also a model—she was on the cover of Harper’s BAZAAR Singapore in December 2022—and is studying quantum physics at Stanford University. Gu’s classy fashion taste reflects her impressive list of accomplishments, a feat few have achieved.

Travis Kelce

Kansas City Chief footballer Travis Kelce doesn’t hold back when it comes to fashion, mirroring his charming golden retriever energy. Whether it’s his top-notch suits, loud graphic pants or ability to pair classy pieces with a laid-back accessory, Kelce is not afraid to take risks with fashion.