This Fall, Embrace a Dual Style: Channel Basketball Star D’Angelo Russell During the Day and James Bond By Night

There are intriguing similarities between the NBA and working for Her Majesty’s Secret Service, though they aren’t often compared.

Basketball players need strength, speed, and the agility to handle unforeseen situations—qualities not dissimilar to those required by spies, though applied differently.

Recently, I noticed an intriguing fashion crossover opportunity between the sartorial styles of D’Angelo Russell of the Minnesota Timberwolves and James Bond, especially as styled by Tom Ford in the upcoming film, No Time To Die.

The idea struck me when Tom Ford’s Bond wardrobe was revealed shortly after H&M announced that Russell had selected his favorite pieces from their Spring menswear collection.

While H&M is often seen as providing disposable fashion and Tom Ford’s designs are crafted to be timeless, there’s no reason why these distinct styles can’t coexist in the same wardrobe—or even be worn together.

D'Angelo Russell 2020 H&M

Fashion thrives on mixing and matching what suits the moment, and I can easily envision myself enjoying a day out in the city, sporting a blend of casual and sophisticated elements like a topcoat and shirt that marry both styles seamlessly.