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Fit Check: Five Tips From The NBA Tunnel
- Jun 9, 2023
Fit Check: Five Tips From The NBA Tunnel
During the playoffs, athletes are competing from the second they step into
the tunnel—but it’s not about free-throws. It’s over who has the best ‘fit. By
expressing their personal style, tunnel ‘fits allow players to make a name
for themselves outside of the court.
You’ve seen us at All Star Weekend, now you can get the NBA’s latest heat
right here. Use these tunnel-inspired tips to build your own personal style.
THE SHOE MAKES THE MAN
As the foundation of any tunnel ‘fit, a player’s choice of shoe defines who they are beyond the scoreboard. Kyle Kuzma rocks Rick Owens, Converse are Devin Booker’s go-to, and James Harden flexes everything from Bottega Veneta to Marni mules. Try something new: when you want to add a unique edge to your look, go with a boot or a mule.
GET THE LOOK Knit Sweater Marni — Pants The Elder Statesmen Mule Marni — Bag Amiri
YOU ALREADY KNOW HOW TO MATCH
Now it’s time to up your matching game with a two-piece set. A set is a whole outfit in a single package, so you won’t have to think about styling—but you’ll look like you did. Find your perfect pairing like Demar DeRozan’s graphic Rhude set, John Wall’s orange combination from Gallery Dept, and Je Green’s relaxed Fear of God ESSENTIALS look
GET THE LOOK Top Gucci — Shorts Gucci — Sneaker Vans Bag Who Decides War — Necklace Veert — Beanie Saint Michael
STAND OUT WITH BOLD COLORS
Ready to build up your celebrity persona? Try out an electric highlighter hue this summer. Color is the key to being seen, visually setting you apart and delivering a shock factor. Your eyes can’t stop trailing the neon sneakers worn on the court by the Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler and Gabe Vincent, or LaMelo Ball’s iconic bright red.
GET THE LOOK Jacket Givenchy — T-Shirt Amiri
Pants Bluemarble — Sneaker Rick Owens — Braclet Maor
FIND YOUR MVD’S…
…as in “most valuable designers.” We all know the players who style their favorite labels head-to-toe. It’s more than just a fashion statement—every brand has its own aesthetic. Let your logos say it all, like Tyler Herro who’s always stacking Palm Angels to set his laidback “I’m ready for vacation” mood.
GET THE LOOK Jacket Rick Owens — Sweatshirt Rick Owens
Top Rick Owens — Sweatpants Rick Owens — Sneaker Rick Owens
SUIT UP
Show up like you already won in fresh takes on tailored suiting. This is Nicola Jokić’s signature, a regular for Kevin Love, and you’ve definitely seen LeBron James in Thom Browne’s newest pieces. We see classics and contemporary versions in the tunnel, but they all mean business. Next time you need a winner’s mentality, lock it in with a suit.
GET THE LOOK Suit Jacket Thom Browne — Suit Shorts Thom Browne — Shirt Doppiaa — Belt Thom Browne — Sunglasses Thierry Lasry — Boots Kenzo
