# Fashionista Athlete Blogs The NBA Hipsters Tumblr Recognizes the Stylishness of Basketball Players By Leslie Chen | Published 2012-05-23 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nba-hipsters-tumblr References: [nbahipsters.tumblr](http://nbahipsters.tumblr.com/) & [nbahipsters.tumblr](http://nbahipsters.tumblr.com/page/2) Basketball players aren't usually the most fashion-forward folks out there, but the [NBA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draftkings-artist-series) Hipsters Tumblr reveals that the ball-dunking experts have been taking a much more stylish approach to their game. From bow ties to the staple thick-rimmed glasses, these athletes have clearly been putting some serious thought into their outfits when off the court. Featured images on the NBA Hipsters Tumblr include Baron Davis wearing a checkered blazer with a matching bow tie, Andre Iguodala rocking a cardigan with [engine red sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anta-kai-1) and the Wade-Bosh-James trifecta outfitted in some [dapper ensembles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faherty-x-jalen-brunson-capsule). If you've ever questioned the fashion sense of a basketball player, then check out the NBA Hipsters Tumblr for some reassurance that there may be some hope yet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Stylish Basketball Players:** Opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with basketball players and create athlete-inspired clothing lines. - **Athletes as Fashion Influencers:** Potential for basketball players to become influential figures in the fashion industry and collaborate with designers and brands. - **Athlete Fashion Blogs:** Emerging trend of basketball players and other athletes starting their own fashion blogs to showcase their personal style. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to target basketball players as a new customer segment for stylish and athletic apparel. - **Sports Marketing:** Potential for sports marketing agencies to help basketball players build their personal brand in the fashion industry and secure endorsement deals with fashion brands. - **Digital Media:** Growing demand for digital media platforms to feature and promote the personal style of basketball players through blogs, social media, and online publications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Basketball-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draftkings-artist-series.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Basketball-Inspired Undergarments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tommy-johns-tournament-collection.md) - [Sporty Luxe Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-balenciaga-x-nba.md) - [Basketball Social Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sports-social-network.md) - [Basketball Shoe Matchers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-athletes.md) - [Athlete-Backed Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-jewelry-brand.md) - [Unique Co-Designed Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etsy-partners-with-wnba.md) - [Basketball-Shaped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baller.md)