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Norma Kamali Resort 2026 Collection
Movies are a formative part of the American psyche. Historically, their influence has perhaps been strongest when times are rough; there are innumerable stories of people who found escapism and/or a reason to keep pushing forward for the price of a nickel or a dime at a theater. The fourth edition of Vogue World will take on Hollywood, in October; Norma Kamali arrived there early with her richly-hued, playful, even slightly decadent resort collection. Kamali asked a rhetorical question on our walk-through: 'What's the point where American fashion came into its own? To me, it's really the classic films of the '20s, '30s, '40s, '50s. I was thinking about how these films really are not celebrated as our fashion history. There was Vogue, there were fashion magazines, but they were very elitist. My mother and her contemporaries would go to the films to see hairstyles and styles to wear—that's how they would learn about fashion, makeup, everything. And so I was thinking, I don't want to do vintage retro, but the spirit of classic American fashion is alive and well on every red carpet; the spirit of it has never gone away, it's part of who we are.' Kamali inherited a film fascination that goes all the way back to the black-and-white era, from her mother. This collection has a section devoted to both of these hues. The designer tells a sort of winter wonderland story with the whites, pairing faux fur with sequins that have the diamond glitter of fresh fallen snow, and there's a whiff of Mae West-voluptuousness to a series of intricately patterned sequins on mesh. This group includes slender column dresses and what looks like lingerie briefs and panties, but which are in fact swimsuits. Why not bring a little bit of Hollywood glamour to the pool? Film noir meets punk in jersey pieces with patterns traced by hundreds of hand-applied silver safety pins. The majority of the collection, however, borrows its palette of deep emerald green and garnet-red from a jewelry box. As Kamali put it: 'We can appreciate black-and-white in moments, but we see so much more. And now with everything else [like AI] we're going to see even deeper.' In this designer's hands a Jean Harlow-style bias-cut gown becomes a technicolor dream. Graphic color-blocked second-skin activewear pieces added a Bladerunner / Kill Bill aspect to the offering, but the stars of the show are the long dresses, especially Kamali's take on the all-over sequin 'mermaid dresses' that were once favored by Lauren Bacall and Marilyn Monroe. Bias-cut columns with slit-open bat-wing sleeves also deliver Hollywood glamour (along with a riotous red Marcel-waved wig). 'This is my tribute to classic films,' Kamali said, 'the attitude of this elegance that's classic and timeless.'
Yahoo
27-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Kendall Jenner Opts for Monochromatic Layering, Hailey Bieber Styles Slimming Schiaparelli and More From the Vogue World: Hollywood Event
After successful stints in the last few years, Vogue World is coming to Hollywood. The announcement event took place on Wednesday in West Hollywood, Calif., featuring a bevy of famous fashion faces and renowned international film costume designers. The event featured such guests as Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber styling ideal cocktail attire for the occasion. Here, WWD breaks down those looks and more from the Vogue World: Hollywood announcement event. More from WWD Lele Sadoughi Creates Perfume-like Bottle for Chloe Wine Collection With Statement Bow Detail Kim Cattrall Is Charlotte Tilbury's 'Soulmate' in New Pillow Talk Campaign Regina King on Vaseline's Radiant X Line Partnership, Her 'Wise Season' and Getting Back in the Director's Chair Kendall Jenner favored her own spin on a layered look for the Vogue World: Hollywood event on Wednesday. The model styled a sleeveless black ensemble featuring contrasting fabric and a tiered effect with her loose blouse and streamlined skirt. She paired the look with coordinated sandal heels for a monochrome aesthetic. Hailey Bieber went sleek in her attire. The Rhode Skin founder wore a slim-fitting dress by Schiaparelli along with jewelry pieces courtesy of Tiffany & Co. The model's hair was styled by Bryce Scarlett with makeup by Nina Park. Bieber's look was curated by stylist Andrew Mukamal. Taylor Russell sported exaggerated shoulders for her look at the Vogue World: Hollywood event. The 'Bones and All' actress and Loewe global brand ambassador wore a black ensemble with a plunging neckline, dramatic collar and boxy shoulders. Taylour Paige styled a sculptural look. The 'Zola' actress' strapless, mesh-style dress featured a chocolate hue and layers of fabric covering her growing baby bump. The actress paired the avant-garde ensemble with black heels. Cara Delevingne opted for an edgy look. The model and longtime face of such labels as Burberry coordinated with a leather jacket featuring a gold metallic zipper. Vogue World: Hollywood arrives Oct. 26 at the Paramount Pictures Studios Lot in Los Angeles. The event will feature models, musicians, artists and more in a celebration of film costumes and fashion collections. View Gallery Launch Gallery: Kendall Jenner, Taylor Russell and More Celebrity Style at Vogue World: Hollywood's Kickoff Event [PHOTOS] Best of WWD Why Jackie Kennedy's Pink Suit Will Remain Locked Away Until 2103 What Happened to Princess Diana's Collingwood Pearl Drop Earrings? From the Revenge Dress Spotlight to Kate Middleton's Missing Diamond Celebrities in Calvin Klein Ad Campaigns Through the Years: Bad Bunny, Jeremy Allen White, Kendall Jenner & More [PHOTOS]
Yahoo
27-03-2025
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Hailey Bieber & Kendall Jenner Reunite at Vogue World Announcement
Originally appeared on E! Online and are joining forces once again. The longtime pals stepped out for the announcement of Vogue World: Hollywood at Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles March 26, posing for photos alongside fellow models and Adwoa Aboah. During the press conference, Hailey—who welcomed son Jack, 7 months, with husband in August—wore a cream-colored halter dress and matching heels, while Kendall donned an all-black ensemble including a flowing sleeveless top and pants. After Vogue World's inaugural event in New York City in 2022, the annual runway show was subsequently staged in London in 2023 and Paris the following year. As for the 2025 iteration, set to take place Oct. 26 on the Paramount Pictures Studios Lot, Vogue editor-in-chief teased that the Hollywood setting will set 'great film costumes next to brilliant fashion collections.' 'By mixing fashion and the arts and culture in the center of a city, and by raising money for a cause, Vogue World has become a runway show-as-rallying cry,' she said at the announcement, 'a way to fix the attention of a huge global audience, to bring awareness, and sound an unmistakable note of positivity, creativity, and hope.' Keep scrolling to see other beloved celebrity BFFs. More from E! Online Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's Son Rocky Makes Rare Kardashians Cameo Resort Where Brett Gardner's Son Miller Died Breaks Silence Ruby Franke, Kevin Franke Finalize Divorce After Child Abuse Scandal: What They Agreed To In light of the Los Angeles wildfires earlier this year, the event will also include a charity component with 100 percent of ticket sales benefiting the Entertainment Community Fund, which will focus particularly on delivering aid to costume professionals impacted by the blaze. As for Hailey, 28, and Kendall, 29, their close bond dates back over a decade to their first encounter as teens at the premiere of The Hunger Games in 2012—and has been going strong ever since. 'I feel like we've both seen each other thrive at different times than others…and we've been there for each other through it all and not let it get in the way of our friendship,' Kendall said on Hailey's YouTube series Who's In My Bathroom? in 2021, 'which I think is really special and important.' Keep scrolling to see other beloved celebrity BFFs. Cameron Diaz & Nicole Richie Martha Stewart & Snoop Dogg For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
Yahoo
27-03-2025
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Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber Strike a Pose in L.A., Plus Will Smith, Natalia Bryant, Heidi Klum and More
Stars have been everywhere this week, from Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber celebrating Vogue World in L.A. to Will Smith getting honored in Philadelphia. Back in L.A., Natalia Bryant attends the Vogue World event and Heidi Klum is all glammed up as she steps out in New York City. Here, are the best photos of celebs out and about this week. Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings! Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber pose together at the Vogue World: Hollywood event at Chateau Marmont in L.A. on March 26. Will Smith is all smiles as he's honored with his own street in Philadelphia on March 26. Natalia Bryant opts for a green ensemble for Wednesday's Vogue World event at Chateau Marmont in L.A. Heidi Klum looks out from under her statement shades as she steps out in New York City on March 26. Anna Wintour steps behind the podium during the Vogue World: Hollywood event at Chateau Marmont in L.A. on March 26. Billie Eilish and Nat Wolff catch a performance of Vanya in New York City on March 25. Christina Hendricks signs autographs in Lille, France during Series Mania Festival on March 26. Mark Duplass, Imogen Faith Reid, Ellen Pompeo and Kay Ribeiro pose together at a Good American Family screening at BAFTA in London on March 26. Kylie Jenner flashes a smile as she tries out the Booster Pro at the Medicube pop-up on March 25 in L.A. Ike Barinholtz, Kathryn Hahn, Seth Rogen and Chase Sui Wonders attend a special event for their movie The Studio at SiriusXM Studios on March 26. Natalie Dormer sports an animal print dress for an appearance on The View on March 26 in New York City. Pamela Anderson is fresh-faced at the New York Women in Film and Television Muse Awards on March 26 in New York City. Rosamund Pike has fun with patterns for an appearance in New York City on March 26. Tamron Hall shows off a copy of her children's book Harlem Honey: The Adventures of a Curious Kid during an appearance on Good Morning America on March 26 in New York City. Ben Stiller smiles as he talks all things Severance during an appearance on This Morning on March 26 in London. Matt Bomer and Billie Lourd strike a pose at the L.A. premiere of Mid-Century Modern at DGA Theater Complex on March 25. Nicole Kidman smiles at a special screening of Holland at the Belcourt Theater in Nashville on March 25. King Charles visits the "Soil: The World at Our Feet" exhibit at Somerset House in London on March 26. Zoe Saldaña smiles with her newly-minted Gran Soberano award at the National Theater in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on March 25. Will Smith is back in Philadelphia following a special event for his upcoming album Based on a True Story at Hard Rock Cafe on March 25. Sofia Carson sparkles at the premiere of The Life List at The Plaza Hotel in New York City on March 25. Melanie Griffith and Selma Blair smile together at the book launch for Covet the Comeback hosted by Etro at Spago in Beverly Hills on March 25. Nathan Lane celebrates the premiere of his new show Mid-Century Modern on March 25 in L.A. Marcus Mumford of Mumford & Sons takes the stage to perform during Tuesday's episode The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on March 25. Days after JONASCON, Joe Jonas steps out for a stroll in New York City on March 25. Tess Sanchez and Max Greenfield bring date night to the L.A. premiere of Mid-Century Modern at DGA Theater Complex on March 25. Adam Scott makes an appearance on This Morning in London with his Severance director Ben Stiller on March 26. Aimee Lou Wood is all dressed up for the Royal Television Society Programme Awards at The Grosvenor House Hotel in London on March 25. Amanda Seyfried steps out in Lille, France for a screening of Long Bright River at the Series Mania Festival on March 25. Andrew Rannells and Tuc Watkins pose together at the L.A. premiere of Mid-Century Modern at DGA Theater Complex in L.A. on March 25. With Bing the dog in tow, Naomi Watts stops by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on March 25 in New York City. Garcelle Beauvais and Kathy Hilton pose together at the book launch for Covet the Comeback hosted by Etro at Spago in Beverly Hills on March 25. Denise Richards signs an autograph during a visit to SiriusXM Studios in L.A. on March 25. Danica McKellar arrives at the premiere of The King of Kings at AMC Dine-In Thoroughbred 20 in Franklin, Tennessee on March 25. Connie Britton picks up a purple phone during the premiere of The Life List at The Plaza Hotel in New York City on March 25. Chase Sui Wonders reps the New York Knicks as she arrives for a game at Madison Square Garden on March 25 in New York City. Caroline Rhea poses at Tuesday's Mid-Century Modern premiere at DGA Theater Complex in L.A. on March 25. Jessica Gunning opts for a green ensemble at Tuesday's Royal Television Society Programme Awards at The Grosvenor House Hotel in London on March 25. Krysten Ritter is wrapped up in a red coat during her appearance at NBC Studios in New York City on March 25. Patricia Heaton and Kristin Chenoweth attend the premiere of The King of Kings on March 25 in Franklin, Tennessee. Paul Walter Hauser shows off his T-shirt at the premiere of Luckiest Man in America at the Aero Theater in L.A. on March 25. Amanda Seyfried snuggles with an adorably fluffy companion during day five of the Series Mania Festival in Lille, France on March 25. Justin Bieber steps out for a bite to eat at Dialog Cafe in West Hollywood on March 24. Newlyweds Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon Bloom are back stateside on March 25 with their dog Kuma following their recent Mexican wedding. Selena Gomez is chic in an animal print blazer during a visit to SiriusXM Studios in New York City on March 25. Sheila Atim and Eddie Redmayne pose together at the Arts Emergency reception at Christie's King Street in London on March 25. Hailee Steinfeld rocks an all-purple ensemble for a Nexxus event at an airport hangar in L.A. as the face of the brand's Hy-Volume collection. Elizabeth Olsen rocks a posh tweed suit stops by The Drew Barrymore Show on March 25 in New York City. Bill Murray makes an appearance on The Howard Stern Show at SiriusXM Studios in New York City on March 25. John Stamos poses with fellow volunteers at Children's Hospital Los Angeles during a recent visit. Kimberly Williams-Paisley smiles in pink during an appearance at SiriusXM Studios in New York City on March 25. Romeo and Cruz Beckham snag some snacks from a smoothie shop in Notting Hill on March 24. Sigourney Weaver chats with Queen Camilla at a reception for the launch of the Queen's reading room medal at Clarence House in London on March 25. Tony Brown, Kenny Chesney, Carlene Carter and John Carter Cash smile together at the Country Music Hall of Fame inductee announcement at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville on March 25. Brooke Shields celebrates Black Tap's 10th anniversary with a pair of cotton candy-topped milkshakes on March 24 in New York City. Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal are all smiles at the season 2 premiere of The Last of Us at TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood on March 24. Ellen Pompeo opts for a pair of statement earrings at Monday's Good American Family premiere in Paris on March 24. Olivia Wilde and Seth Rogen pose together at an after party following the premiere of The Studio on March 24 in L.A. Jason Ritter and Melanie Lynskey smile and wave at the L.A. premiere of season 2 of The Last of Us on March 24. Nikki Glaser opts for a metallic ensemble as she steps out onstage at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on March 24 in New York City. Naomi Watts matches with Bing the dog at the premiere of The Friend on March 24 in New York City. Mary J. Blige is draped in fur while performing during the For My Fans Tour at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto on March 24. Malcolm Washington, Denzel Washington, Olivia Washington, Pauletta Washington, John David Washington and Katia Washington attend opening night of Wine in the Wilderness at Classic Stage Company in New York City on March 24. Sunrise Coigney and Mark Ruffalo step out hand-in-hand for the premiere of The Friend at the iPic and The Fulton by Jean-Georges in New York City on March 24. Sofia Carson rocks emerald green while out in New York City on March 24. Sporting a pinstripe suit, Rob McElhenney attends the season 2 premiere of The Last of Us on March 24 at TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood. Randall Park smiles from his seat during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show for an episode airing March 25. Patrick J. Adams and Troian Bellisario bring date night to the premiere of The Studio on March 24 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in L.A. Sans mustache, Bryan Cranston steps out for the premiere of The Studio on March 24 in L.A. Aidy Bryant attends the premiere of The Studio at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in L.A. on March 24. Alix Earle joins her friend Jake Shane in Orlando, Florida during his March 23 tour stop. Jake Gyllenhaal steps out for the Shubert Foundation's 11th annual High School Theatre Festival at the Shubert Theatre in New York City on March 24. Isabela Merced and Kaitlyn Dever are dressed to the nines at the March 24 season 2 premiere of The Last of Us in L.A. Fran Drescher attends the New York premiere of The Friend on March 24 in a creme suit and statement accessories. Chrishell Stause smiles at the season 2 premiere of The Last of Us on March 24 in Hollywood. Chase Sui Wonders and Kathryn Hahn pose together at the premiere of The Studio on March 24 in L.A. Catherine O'Hara sparkles at the premiere of The Studio on March 24 in L.A. Connie Britton and Zooey Deschanel celebrate the premiere of The Friend at The Fulton by Jean-Georges on March 24. Constance Wu rocks a matching set at the premiere of The Friend on March 24 in New York City. Krysten Ritter signs copies of her book Retreat at Barnes & Noble in New York City on March 24. Reba McEntire and Carly Pearce are seat partners at Trisha Yearwood's Walk of Fame star ceremony in Hollywood, California, on March 24. Mariska Hargitay takes a photo with an officer on the set of Law & Order: SVU in New York City on March 24. Chase Stokes poses next to a navy blue truck at the American Eagle Denim Deli event in Nashville on March 21. Lindsey Vonn takes home the silver medal at the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in Sun Valley, Idaho, on March 24, her first podium finish since coming back to skiing. Trisha Yearwood unveils her Walk of Fame star during a ceremony in Hollywood, California, on March 24. Randall Park stops by SiriusXM Studios in New York City to talk about his new series The Residence on March 24. Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu step out in style during a rainy New York City day on March 24. Evan Peters and Rebecca Hall go incognito as they film The Beauty in Venice, Italy, on March 24. Duran Duran's Nick Rhodes, Simon Le Bon, John Taylor and Roger Taylor partner with Xerjoff to launch their new perfume with a party in London on March 24. Krysten Ritter wears black from head to toe while outside of CBS Studios in New York City on March 24. Rosie Perez sparkles in a dark blue coat with a matching skirt at the Othello opening night performance on Broadway in N.Y.C. on March 23. Stephanie Beatriz is decked out in Kings merch at the team's game against the Carolina Hurricanes in L.A. on March 22. U.S. tennis player Tommy Paul bartends at the Celsius Courtside Lounge at the Miami Open over the weekend. Paige DeSorbo shoots her first hair commercial with a well-groomed dog in Miami. Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal are all smiles during curtain call after their opening night performance of Othello on Broadway in N.Y.C. on March 23. Jennifer Lopez holds her child Emme Maribel Muñiz close at the opening night performance of Othello in New York City on March 23. Katie Holmes steps out for a solo night out at Othello's opening night performance on Broadway in New York City on March 23. Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag share a kiss while hosting a bowling party with their son Gunner, 7, in Beverly Hills, California, on March 22. An elegant Heidi Klum stays dry while out in New York City's SoHo neighborhood on March 25. Billy Zane appears on Jennifer Hudson's talk show in a March 24 episode filmed in Burbank, California. Uzo Aduba promotes her new series The Residence on The Jennifer Hudson Show in a March 24 episode filmed in Burbank, California. And Just Like That... costars Nicole Ari Parker and Cynthia Nixon snap a close-up picture at Othello's opening night in N.Y.C. on March 23. Peter Dinklage and his wife of 20 years Erica Schmidt celebrate Othello's opening night on Broadway in N.Y.C. on March 23. Angela Bassett beams in a red pantsuit to the Othello opening night performance in New York City on March 23. Danielle Brooks sports a form-fitting dress with a unique pattern to the Othello opening night in N.Y.C. on March 23. Gayle King wears a pinstripe suit to Othello's opening night on Broadway in New York City on March 23. Nicole Scherzinger and her fiancé Thom Evans attend Othello's opening night on Broadway in New York City on March 23. Also at Othello's opening night on Broadway, Liev Schreiber and his wife Taylor Neisen arrive on March 23. Will Smith takes the stage before the CONACAF Nations League championship in Inglewood, California, on March 23. Jodie Foster visits Sarah Snook backstage at The Picture of Dorian Gray on Broadway in N.Y.C. on March 23. Matlock producer Eric Christian Olsen attends a PaleyFest event for the show in L.A. on March 23. Skye P. Marshall and Jason Ritter strike matching poses at a PaleyFest event for Matlock in Los Angeles on March 23. Nikki Glaser glows in an orange dress at the 2025 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor ceremony at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., on March 23. Conan O'Brien brings his wife Liza as he receives the 2025 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in Washington, D.C., on March 23. Kumail Nanjiani rocks a rich blue suit to the 2025 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in Washington, D.C., on March 23. Marc Anthony and his wife Nadia Ferreira wave from the crowd during Novak Djokovic's Miami Open match on March 23. Justin Timberlake performs on the second day of Lollapalooza Chile in Santiago on March 22. LL Cool J watches the Lakers take on the Chicago Bulls in Los Angeles on March 22. Hannah Einbinder looks dapper at the Human Rights Campaign's 2025 Los Angeles Dinner on March 22. Aja Naomi King speaks at the 2025 Black Women Film Network Summit in Atlanta on March 22. Read the original article on People
New York Times
05-02-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
How a Fashion Editor Joined the N.F.L.
Growing up, Kyle Smith did not like sports. 'I was scared of the boys in sports,' said Mr. Smith, 31, who is gay. He described himself as the type of teen who was way more interested in watching 'The September Issue,' the documentary about the inner workings of Vogue. Mr. Smith, who was born in Connecticut and raised in Los Angeles, was reflecting on his teenage years over coffee last month at the Hotel Alfred Sommier in Paris. He was in town attending the men's wear shows for the first time since being named the first-ever fashion editor of the National Football League. He started the job last fall with a directive to use fashion and style to reach new audiences through the league's media platforms. Mr. Smith works with athletes to create and share content — photos or videos of them showcasing their off-duty style at events like men's fashion week — and helps players and teams build relationships with traditional fashion media brands like GQ and Vogue. At Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, he will be part of a team covering what players and other notable attendees wear to the game during a new red-carpet segment that will air as part of the streamer Tubi's Super Bowl broadcast. When he is not traveling, Mr. Smith, who still lives in Los Angeles, works mostly at the N.F.L.'s West Coast office next to SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. While the N.B.A., N.H.L., M.L.B. and M.L.S. have also been focusing more attention on athletes' style as the industries of fashion and sports have become more intertwined, those leagues have yet to underscore that focus by creating a job with the word 'fashion' in its title. Ian Trombetta, the N.F.L.'s senior vice president of social, influencer and content marketing, described Mr. Smith's role as that of a consultant 'for players, and then ultimately the league, in terms of how we're showing up in different moments.' Though his fashion editor role is new to the N.F.L., Mr. Smith is not. He has worked in different capacities for the league and its associated entities on and off for about six years, including as a stylist to players who have hired him on their own. He is currently styling Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals' quarterback, who did not attend the men's shows in Paris because he had instead gone to the Australian Open in Melbourne. Mr. Smith said he helped Mr. Burrow choose clothes to bring to the tennis tournament, traveling to Mr. Burrow's home in Ohio with four suitcases full of options. Pivotal to Mr. Smith becoming the N.F.L.'s fashion editor was his involvement in getting Mr. Burrow and Justin Jefferson, a Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, to participate in Vogue World, a fashion show on steroids, in Paris last summer, Mr. Trombetta explained. 'The Paris moment was a way for us to sort of recalibrate what Kyle was doing and formalize some things,' he said, citing a growing desire among N.F.L. players, whose teams sometimes set dress guidelines for off-field appearances, to tell stories through clothes. 'Some of them may have really big personalities, and some may actually be a little bit on the shy side, and fashion is their way of expressing themselves.' Mr. Smith had previously spent more than two years working as a social media programmer for the N.F.L., a job in which he helped broaden the fashion content posted to the @nfl and @nflstyle Instagram accounts (he still oversees @nflstyle). He also cultivated relationships with clotheshorse athletes: Mr. Smith recalled taking some dozen Cleveland Browns players shopping on Rodeo Drive, for example, while the team was in Los Angeles for a game. He got his first job with the league in 2019: After internships with the celebrity stylist Karla Welch and the brand Amiri, Mr. Smith was hired as a wardrobe assistant for the N.F.L. Network. He remembered receiving a callback for the job while driving to a Costco with his father, and joking with him about the irony of the situation given Mr. Smith's past feelings about sports. ''Wouldn't that be so funny?'' he recalled asking his father. Mr. Smith said he applied to the job mainly because it was a chance to pursue work as a stylist, but also because his internships had opened his mind to bringing his interest in fashion to an industry that the style world had yet to fully embrace. 'Musicians and actors were covered, athletes needed the same thing,' he said. At the N.F.L. Network, Mr. Smith helped dress the anchors; when he joined the company, he said, players' style and the clothes they wore for tunnel walks were not given much attention. 'The anchors would say, 'Here's the 10th-best player in the league,'' Mr. Smith said. 'They'd talk about his stats, and I would think, 'Yes, but look at his outfit! Why aren't they talking about that fit?'' He and a fellow wardrobe assistant pitched N.F.L. executives the idea to create an Instagram account documenting players' style, which was accepted. That account is now defunct, but Mr. Smith said it got the attention of many players, who would reach out about posting photos of their outfits. Marquez Valdes-Scantling, a wide receiver for the New Orleans Saints who has played in the N.F.L. since 2018, said opportunities to showcase personal style were appealing to athletes like himself, who are on teams with as many as 53 players and seen mostly in uniforms that include helmets over their faces. 'We're so interchangeable,' he said. 'You get lost.' This season, Mr. Valdes-Scantling's schedule allowed him to go with Mr. Smith to the men's fashion week in Paris — it was his first time at the shows. Last year, he founded Luxe Fashion Fest, an event in Tampa, Fla., where Mr. Valdes-Scantling lives, that focuses on emerging brands. (Its second installment is being planned for April.) On a Friday in late January, he and Mr. Smith visited the showroom of the designer Colm Dillane, better known as KidSuper, so that Mr. Valdes-Scantling, 30, could try on some clothes. As a shirtless Mr. Valdes-Scantling slipped his toned and tattooed arms into a navy suit jacket with pale pink streaks, the men wondered what he should wear underneath. 'I could just wear no shirt,' Mr. Valdes-Scantling said. 'No shirt is very athlete!' Mr. Smith replied. About 15 minutes later, Ogbo Okoronkwo, a defensive end for the Cleveland Browns, walked into the showroom. Mr. Okoronkwo, who had just been in Milan for the city's men's wear shows, said he started attending fashion weeks in Europe about five years ago. Since then, he added, his style had 'shifted from streetwear to more tailored fits.' He was drawn to a blazer, but Mr. Smith wondered about the sleeves. 'It's very slim,' he said. 'Your arms wouldn't fit.' Mr. Smith had said earlier that he thought Mr. Okoronkwo was one of the best-dressed players on what he considered to be the most fashionable team in the N.F.L. 'You'd think it would be a New York or Los Angeles or maybe Miami team — it's Cleveland,' he said, naming Denzel Ward, Grant Delpit and Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, who is known for wearing traditional Ghanaian ensembles, as being among the Browns's style-forward players. The day after Mr. Smith and the players had the fitting at KidSuper's showroom, he met Mr. Valdes-Scantling and Mr. Okoronkwo for the designer's nighttime runway show at the Parc de la Villette, a sprawling park at the northeastern edge of Paris. Mr. Smith, who was wearing Maison Margiela Tabi boots, had to muscle his way through a crowd to get in. 'Fashion is a sport!' he said. After the show, Mr. Okoronkwo credited Mr. Smith for being 'a bridge' to the fashion world — a world that Mr. Okoronkwo said he once viewed the same way Mr. Smith had seen the world of sports: not very welcoming. 'It was a problem before if you were into anything but grass, football and dirt,' Mr. Okoronkwo said. 'But my love of fashion and photography only helps my game. It's finally normal for football players to like fashion.'
