It’s widely known that the sports industry has become the latest platform for fashion brands to partner with and showcase their latest products. At the same time, it’s a huge bonus that the players themselves just have great style.
Athletes are embracing designer fashion and accessories, with a few super-luxe items standing out as their favorites. These practical pieces make sense for players who are always on the move, traveling everywhere, and needing reliable gear for guaranteed success in the game. From duffel bags to soft trunks and vanity cases, there are a few common denominators for what ultra-luxury designer bags athletes like to tote around in between games. Read on to find out what those must-haves are.
Athletes Love Ultra-Luxury Duffel Bags
When it comes to travel essentials, duffel bags have become a staple for athletes on the go. Take Travis Kelce, tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, whose collection of Bottega Veneta duffels always exudes irresistible swag. El Travador in the house!
Travis’ brother, Jason Kelce, football center for the Philadelphia Eagles, recently joined the designer duffel gang after receiving his first Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Keepall from fellow teammate, quarterback Jalen Hurts.
Clearly, these athletes are not just flexing on the field, they find every reason to strut their style on the streets, too. And by the way, Jason, you may not love velour tracksuits, but (please) you deserve a fresh pair of flip-flops.
Even Major League Baseball players like Manny Machado of the San Diego Padres bring serious duffel game to the ball field, proving that style extends beyond the pitch. We especially love the Louis Vuitton Game On Keepall for a pro athlete.
Pro Athletes Can’t Travel Without Suitcases Carry-on Bags
For the players and pro athletes who can’t leave the house without it all, small suitcases and carry-ons are without question.
Take for instance, husband and father of two, Patrick Mahomes, and quarterback for Kansas City Chiefs. Mahomes is almost always jet setting with his silver Rimowa suitcase and a backpack. He’s really good at being ready for anything.
Outside of football, Stephen Curry who we all know for his prowess on and off the court, effortlessly transitions from basketball to golf with a HAC Birkin by his side. Stephen Curry could really pull off any Birkin honestly.
Meanwhile (back to football), Nelson E. Agholor from the Baltimore Ravens was just recently spotted flaunting his matching Gucci bag and trunk suitcase just before the Christmas Day game. No matter the occasion, we love a matching moment.
Pro Athletes Reach For the LV Speedys, Soft Trunks, and Toiletry Bags Everytime
Delving into the world of toiletry bags and pouches, Speedy bags, and soft trunks, American Olympic gymnast Simone Biles and basketball power forward, LeBron James, lead the way. LeBron not only knows how to flaunt his gorgeous Louis Vuitton soft trunks and leather Speedy bag crafted under Pharrell Williams but is also known for having an avid collection of Van Cleef Arpels’ Alhambra pieces. Swooning.
Jalen Hurts emerges as the Louis Vuitton vanity king (Simone Biles is the queen), proving that this style is quite practical whether you’re a pro football player, an Olympic athlete, or just an all-around ultra-luxury lover. For more, this guide compares Louis Vuitton toiletry pouches and vanity cases.
Side note: This custom-made puffer jacket that Simone Biles is wearing was created by Kristin Juszczyk.
More on the subject: Kristin Juszczyk is married to San Francisco 49ers fullback, Kyle Juszczyk, and he proudly showcased his wife’s talent as the creative force behind the viral matching puffer jackets worn by Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes at the Chiefs-Dolphins game. We love the community support.
Honorable mentions: Fellow teammates Bobby Okereke, linebacker for the New York Giants, and quarterback Tommy Devito, add their own flair with a Burberry toiletry pouch and an LV Monogram Eclipse Messenger, respectively. Cue that classic Italian gesture *too good.*
Backpacks For Any Athletes Are Necessary
Athletes have also embraced the versatility and style of designer backpacks. David Beckham, in his heyday, would be spotted with Prada backpacks in and out of airports all over the world, while soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo’s MCM backpack collection adds a touch of edge to his athletic endeavors. Lewis Hamilton, a Formula 1 race car driver, known for his monochromatic street style, occasionally carries his LV Damier Graphite backpack. Read more on men’s designer backpacks for every style and season.
On top of that, Hamilton is an ambassador for IWC watches, and he owns quite the luxury watch collection; he even collaborated on a limited edition series of exclusive watches known as the IWC Portugeiser The Reference (only 44 exist in the world).
To no surprise, Hamilton also carries his blue leather Louis Vuitton Speedy from Pharrell’s debut LV show, a daily reminder of Hamilton’s innate need for speed(y).
In the dynamic world of sports, the intersection with fashion has created a stage for athletes to not only showcase their prowess on the field but also their impeccable style off it. From duffels to backpacks, athletes are stepping into the world of designer fashion, making these ultra-luxe accessories an integral part of their lifestyle and personal brand. The evidence is clear across various categories – duffels, suitcases, toiletry bags, and backpacks – as athletes seamlessly integrate fashion into their high-paced lives. Which luxury accessories are you eyeing?
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