Ten Best Dressed Male Sports Figures to Emulate

Many athletes who reach the heights of their respective sport become more than just a player; they become public sports figures who people love to watch, follow, and even interact with on social media. Sports figures that reach this level of notoriety create a public image for themselves based upon who they are as individuals as well as how they want to be perceived by their fans, followers, and others. While this public image is generally born out of genuine characteristics of the individuals, many will have image consultants that will assist in creating the ideal public image that is best for their careers.

Though it may seem a bit superficial to some people, an important aspect of this public image is fashion. The following figures represent various categories in the world of sports including: Football (Soccer); American Football; American Basketball; American Baseball; and yes, even the sport of Professional Poker. Each and every man listed here has a fashion sense (and a career) that is worth emulating.

Football (Soccer)

David Beckham is surely one of the most well-dressed sports figures and probably the greatest football (soccer) star of his generation. In 1992 and at age seventeen Beckham began his professional football career at Manchester United. Beckham’s career in sport skyrocketed in the coming years, but his fame has extended beyond the pitch. Thanks to relationships with sponsors like Coca-Cola and IBM, his image is instantly recognized outside of the world of football. Through these various relationships Beckham has become known as a fashion icon. His wife, Victoria (a Spice Girl), is famous in her own right, but as a couple they are sought after by clothing designers, fashion magazines, hair stylists, and other companies.

The couple have become quite lucrative spokespeople. In fact, there is even a line of fragrances and aftershave called David Beckham Instinct, and fans can purchase David Beckham Bodywear at H&M. The Beckhams simply ooze style, which may be influenced by the time they spend in Milan, Los Angeles, and London.

American Football

Larry Darnell Fitzgerald, Jr is a wide receiver in American football. He is known for his receptions on field, but also for rocking some awesomely stylish outfits that are quite unique at times. Fitzgerald has been a career-long Arizona Cardinal in the National Football League (NFL), after being the third overall pick in the NFL Draft in 2004. When attending various receptions, Larry Fitzgerald shows off his unique style.

Tom Brady is another American football star who happens to clean up quite nicely off the field. It makes no difference whether he is dressed casually or black tie, Brady’s style speaks for itself. Though he is married to a supermodel, his well-dressed manner precedes any influence she may have had. Long before meeting his wife, Brady has excelled in fashion. This is a man who knows how to rock a sweater with jeans as well as a suit and tie. A well-dressed Tom Brady can even tempt the cameras to focus more on him than even a beautiful wife at his side. Brady’s talent transcends the field, making him both a Super Bowl Champion and a fashion icon.

Then there is Joe Namath, an American football player etched in the sports history books and a member of the Hall of Fame since 1985. Known by many as Broadway Joe or Joe Willie, this American football icon is known for his over-the-top style when out on the town after his Super Bowl victory with the Jets. The infamous fur coat in this photo still makes an appearance every once in a while, though today it is more common to see Broadway Joe wearing more conservative suits.

American Basketball

Baron Davis is an American basketball player who is a free agent in the National Basketball Association (NBA). This is a man who spends a great deal of time in Hollywood, hoping to get into the movie business after his career in basketball. He has already had some contact with the film industry, earning membership in the Screen Actors Guild from appearing in television shows like Lincoln Heights and The Forgotten as well as in movies like The Cookout. He has also been involved in producing several films. Davis has a big smile to go along with his big style, which is sometimes unconventional, but is designed to play to his assets.

Dwyane Wade is a three-time NBA Champion and an All-Star eleven times over. Also a Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the NBA, Wade is one of the best players in American basketball. As a star in the world of professional basketball, Dwyane Wade dresses the part whenever he is in the public eye, often with a beautiful actress linked on his arm. Whether on the court, in the community, or on the red carpet, Dwyane Wade brings the heat wherever he goes.

An absolute superstar and one of the greats in American basketball, LeBron James is both hated and beloved. Also referred to as King James, he is known to put on a show whether it is with his skills on the court, or during his pregame dance. His fans are always looking for an encore performance from his on court and off court appearances.

Off court, James never disappoints with his wardrobe. This is a man who can even pull off wearing a fedora and do it without looking ridiculous. The off court image of James is considered by many to be the face of the NBA; he is ranked as one of America’s most popular sports figures. His fame and wealth has come from various endorsement deals and his public life the subject of much scrutiny, being featured in documentaries, books, and television commercials. Throughout his career James has been ranked by Forbes to be one of the world’s most influential athletes.

American Baseball

With a career behind him with the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball, Derek Jeter is a five-time World Series champion. While the pinstripes he donned on the field were pretty decent, he is known to dress in only the best threads on the planet off the field. Of his particular generation, Jeter has been one of the most heavily marketed athletes, maybe because he was one of the best players of his generation. Derek Jeter has translated his success on the field to off the field television appearances in various shows and even in cameo appearances in comedy films. This fourteen-time All-Star has been a consummate professional in his unforgettable career and with his fashion.

Professional Poker

George Danzer is a German poker player at the top of the field of professional poker players in the world. Danzer was named the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Player of the Year in 2014 due to his performance at the 2014 WSOP where he won his first, second, and third bracelets. In addition to his 2014 successes, he just recently won the European Poker Award for Best Poker Ambassador. Unlike the other sports figures already mentioned, Danzer has the advantage of being able to dress with style while playing his sport. In fact, he is known for some of his interesting fashion choices. George Danzer may play hard on the felt, but he looks good doing it.

Tony Dunst is another high stakes poker professional known for being a successful online professional player. In addition to finding success on the virtual felt, Dunst made a name for himself in live poker when he finished in 198th place in the 2006 World Series of Poker Main Event. A sharp dresser, Dunst is known to be one of the most stylish, affable, and social men in the sport of poker. He hosts one of the most popular poker blogs and has written numerous articles on topics relating to topics inside and outside the world of poker. Dunst has an oversized personality, but remains approachable and down to earth even as he continues to climb the ladder of success in poker. With his unique personality and sense of style, this is one professional poker player who has a loyal following.