Brazilian striker Neymar Jr. might be the most fashion-forward athlete in the world. He's on top of every trend (with a little help from his counterparts at Nike) while still marching to the beat of his own drum. His unique fashion sensibilities have created a worldwide phenomenon of imitators dressing with his style and getting his haircuts. Here's how to dress for success, to dress like the best. Here's how to dress like Neymar.
Swag For Your Head: NIKE F.C. Hat ($34.99)
Now, normally Neymar's hair is so outlandish/stylish that to cover it up with a hat would be like putting a dust ruffle over the Mona Lisa. But he's got a buzz right now, and that's a haircut lots of everyday Joes have. It's eeking toward winter in the Northern Hemisphere, and Neymar's now stuck without a lot of hair, so he needs a hat. Nike F.C. to the rescue.
Shirt: Nike Barcelona polo (WITH THE COLLAR POPPED): $40.80
If you're Neymar you wear your Barca polo with the collar popped because you're the boss.
"Ever since I can remember I been poppin' my collar
Ever since I can remember I been workin' these (naughty word)
And they better put my money in my hand"
Be the boss like Neymar.
Hoodie: NIKE AW77 Full-Zip Hoodie: $65
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It's moving toward fall, and you're going to need something to throw over your Barcelona polo with the collar popped. A hoodie is perfect, because hoodies tend to be light, warm and stylish, with the bonus that you can quickly unzip it and place it over the shivering shoulders of a damsel in distress, earning her undying gratitude.
Pants: NIKE Tech Fleece Pants: $100
Perhaps the most recognizable part of Neymar's wardrobe are his skinny pants. All the cool kids are wearing skinny pants these days. Honestly, we are not totally on board with this trend, and do not understand where it came from. But Neymar has a lot more money than us, and is way more famous, and has legions of groupies clamoring for his attention, so who are we to argue?
Shoes: NIKE Air Max 1 Essential: $110
It's gotta be the shoes. Only the most famous athletes get actual shoe lines named after them, and Neymar is well on his way to that distinction with the Nike Air Max 1, which has a design inspired by Neymar. Maybe the next time he meets Michael Jordan in Vegas he'll be the big shot.
Contact The18 Staff Writer Sam Klomhaus at Klomhaus@The18.com or follow him on Twitter @SamKlomhaus
