After adjusting their collars, fluffing their pocket squares and straightening their ties, a new crop of NBA youngsters took take stage for the 2012 NBA Draft. Behind-the-scenes, the process of suiting up requires a draft day glam squad. Stylists were on-hand to be sure suits fit to perfection and barbers made sure players were well-coiffed for their big day. First impressions were important for these NBA newbies as they’d be judged not only for their basketball skills, but also for their fashion sense. Before the league’s rookies compete on the hardwood, draft day had them competing for best-dressed honors.

Draft styles have evolved over the years, as players now make a conscious effort to avoid NBA Draft fashion infamy. How did the incoming class rank in the suit game? A Glam Slam broke down the fashions from the 2012 NBA Draft:

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The NBA season has ended but Quiksilver is offering fans a way to showcase their team support this Summer. The surfwear company has inked a merchandising deal with the league to develop an exclusive collection of boardshorts. This is not the brand’s first foray into sport-themed fashions. They previously teamed up with the NFL on a similar range of licensed men’s surf trunks.

“Quiksilver is excited for the opportunity to partner with the NBA on a boardshort offering basketball fans the opportunity to showcase their fandom on the street as well as the beach,” said Bob McKnight, Quiksilver CEO. “At Quiksilver, we are committed to providing the best surf apparel for the finest athletes in our sport-and now we can extend that quality to basketball fans across the country who want to support their favorite teams all year long.”

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NBA players can get competitive with their wardrobes, especially as it relates to their shoe collections. With new sneaker styles released each season boasting vibrant colorways, bold graphics and intricate details, players want to be the first to snag one-of-a-kind styles. Portland Trail Blazer Wesley Matthews is among the ballers addicted to the footwear fashions.

“It’s exciting when new Jordans come out. It’s a competition among your friends who can get them first. I’m a compeitive guy, so I always want to be first,” Wesley said.

Matthews recently took The NOC TV on a shoe shopping trip, as he visited the Kixlusive boutique in Soho, NYC. He walked away with $2100 worth of Nike and Jordan kicks, adding to his collection of 60+ pairs of sneakers.

“I’ve always been a sneakerhead,” said Matthews. “I think they might be one of the biggest fashion statements … Read More »

As Kim Clijsters embarks on the end of her playing career, her longtime clothing sponsor, Fila, is bidding farewell to the tennis star with a special range of apparel and accessories. Kim debuted the first offerings in this limited edition collection at Wimbledon this week.

“It means so much to me that Fila developed this commemorative collection in honor of my retirement,” said Kim Clijsters. “Wimbledon has been an important place for me since I was very young, and it was where I played my first exhibition before I officially returned to tennis in 2009. It is only fitting that I debut this collection on Centre Court.”

The collection for Wimbledon consists of a selection of Kim’s favorite Fila tennis silhouettes. The all-white gear includes classic Fila styles such as a short sleeve v-neck cap sleeve top and a matching white skort, both with … Read More »