26 Reasons Russell Westbrook Is the Fashion King of the NBA (and Maybe the World)

Updated on Sep 30, 2018 at 11:50 AM

If you follow the NBA even a little bit, you know that Russell Westbrook's style off the court is just as bold as he is on the court. His life motto is "Why not?," and that certainly extends to his fashion choices. Whether he's on the red carpet, at Paris Fashion Week, or at a postgame press conference, his style leaves a lasting impression. Love it or hate it (but really, you should love it), he doesn't shy away from statement glasses or a wide-brimmed hat, and he's certainly not afraid to mix prints, patterns, and fabrics. As a Fashion Week regular with unique personal style, it's no surprise that Westbrook has collaborated with Barneys New York and Tumi on collections and even has a line of his own, Honor the Gift. Read on to see 26 of his boldest looks and why he's the reigning king of NBA fashion (and my men's style icon).

Acid-Wash Plaid Takes This Outfit to the Next Level

The hat. The ripped jeans. Those boots. I am HERE for it. Outside Prabal Gurung during New York Fashion Week in 2016.

Find a Flaw With This Look, I Dare You

The leather tank. The leather pants. The gold shoes. It's perfection. It's Givenchy.

Yes, That Is a Frayed Leather and Denim Vest

At Rag & Bone's Women's Collection show during Spring 2014 New York Fashion Week.

All Buttoned Up

Westbrook takes a look that could be basic to the next level. At the Nolcha NYFW Spring Collection in 2014.

He Even Makes Overalls Look Cool

There are so many ways this outfit could go wrong, but once again, he styled it perfectly.

Suited Up

He doesn't need an outrageous look to stand out. Westbrook wore the hell out of this Tom Ford tux at the 2018 CFDA Fashion Awards.

Is He Trying to Stand Out or Blend In?

So, he was definitely trying to stand out. And somehow he made this work at Paris Fashion Week. I think it's the socks and the Chucks that really seal the deal here.

Who Looks This Good in Sweats?! Seriously.

Who else can pull off wearing pink sweatpants to The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon? And it's easy to miss, so I'll go ahead and draw attention to the sweatshirt that is tied. around. his. waist.

Canadian Tuxed— Oh, Yes!

Time and time again, Westbrook proves he can pull off anything. Here, it was denim on denim at Jeremy Scott's show during New York Fashion Week.

Elevated Basics

The cuffed jeans. I can't take it, this look is perfection. At the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2016 show at Paris Fashion Week.

He Knows He Looks Good

Westbrook knew he looked good in this epic jumpsuit x bandana x backward cap combo. Outside Sacai during Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2018.

Top It Off With a Hat

He pulled together this look perfectly without going overboard. At the Givenchy Menswear Spring/Summer 2016 show at Paris Fashion Week.

Sharing the Spotlight

Oh, did you not know that Westbrook's wife, Nina, is stylish in her own right? NBA power couple right here with their monochrome looks (and her pop of color).

Skinnies = 🔥

Westbrook knows you've gotta take advantage of good lighting.

Are Those . . . Harem Pants?

This look could easily be too much, but by keeping the colors neutral, Westbrook once again pulled it off. At the 2013 Teen Choice Awards.

Denim on Denim, but Make It Acid Wash

This is a lewk. Just when you think the acid-wash denim on denim was something, he hit you with the bright orange sneakers.

If Loving This Is Wrong, I Don't Want to Be Right

So, did Westbrook make flip-up sunglasses cool? And paired with cropped leather pants? At Tim Coppens during Spring 2014 New York Fashion Week.

Does This Tunic Come in My Size?

This oversize green tunic paired with skinny jeans was tamer but definitely not basic. At the Salvatore Ferragamo show during Milan Men's Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2016.

Shades of Blue

It's hard to not get distracted by that unbuttoned shirt, but Westbrook really tied together this outfit with standout shades and crisp white sneakers. At the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2018 show at Paris Fashion Week.

Master of the Monochrome

He might be fierce on the court, but everything about this outfit (plus his big smile) was 100 percent adorable.

Business Up Top, Party on the Bottom

The red shoes were genius — they didn't let the pants totally steal the show, and they really tied together the outfit. At the Dior Homme Menswear Spring/Summer 2016 show at Paris Fashion Week.

Preppy, but With Some Flair

I love that Westbrook added a pop of color to this otherwise preppy look. At the Lacoste Spring 2013 show at New York Fashion Week.

Looking Dapper as Ever

Westbrook's Tom Ford suit was anything but basic. The tapered pants, blue jacket, and thin-rimmed glasses made him stand out.

Is It Possible to Look Cooler Than This?

Black and white leather jacket? Check. Leather pants? Check. Biker boots? Check. And topping it off with that beanie? YES. Attending the Balmain Menswear Spring/Summer 2016 show at Paris Fashion Week.

I'd Like to Wear PJs and Chucks to Paris Fashion Week, Too

Westbrook got in on the pajama trend at the Dior Homme Meanswear Spring/Summer 2018 show at Paris Fashion Week.

So, Denim on Denim Is a Thing?

He's mastered it. Here's yet another denim-on-denim look styled with velvet jewel-toned sneakers and green-lens glasses. It's almost too much . . . almost.