By now we all know it: there isn’t a sport that doesn’t intersect with fashion in some way. For some time now, the stars of various sports have become the favorites of fashion houses. But at the same time, athletes themselves have become increasingly passionate about fashion. It’s a continuous and fruitful exchange that goes beyond Fashion Weeks and runway shows—one we notice every day. It’s no longer limited to game uniforms or official tracksuits, but also extends to other stylistic touches.
Soccer knows a thing or two about this. In France, some people are waiting for the team to gather at Clairefontaine to see what Mbappé and his teammates are wearing. While street style photos taken at the training center may be banned or regulated, the trend doesn’t stop at the French border.
Yes, because even in other parts of the world, there are plenty of soccer players obsessed with fashion. And especially with handbags. For example, this summer, Erling Haaland, the Norwegian striker for Manchester City, took the internet by storm. Not just with his game-winning goals or his memes, but also for one particular detail: a cutting-edge collection of Hermès Birkin bags. The only soccer player in the world? Come on. There’s another sensation—a Ballon d’Or contender, a World Cup champion with Spain, and a regular starter for Barcelona. We’re talking about Lamine Yamal, who, in addition to his dribbling skills and mind-blowing stats, never stops showing off his collection of exclusive bags off the field.
While Haaland mainly specialized in Birkin bags, Yamal has a more eclectic style. She has a little bit of everything in her closet. But, if we’re being completely honest, her favorite brands are probably Louis Vuitton and Chanel. She has an endless number of Keepalls, in practically every color. And there’s no shortage of pieces from Coco’s brand’s 2026 Métiers d’Art collection. The collection also includes pieces from Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Dior, Hermès, and Y-3.
Because these days, true stars are recognized not only by the goals they score on the field, but also by their handbags off the field. Right?
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