A fashion lover through and through, Kuzma was unfazed by the criticism.
But that was then.
This sartorial shift doesnt mean Kuzma is offloading his designer wardrobe.
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(Though, if he were, thats acloset salewed camp out for.)
Rather, he plans to reach for those pieces on days hes not going to work.
Ahead, Kuzma shares more about his game-day fashionpast, present, and future.
November 2022
Vogue: Tell us about your approach to fashion your rookie season.
When you were drafted in 2017, were you looking forward to expanding your wardrobe?
Kyle Kuzma: Yes, for sure.
February 2024
I’ve always loved clothes.
And then in college, I really loved to look good.
I went straight to MCM and Gucci and I bought a backpack and some shoes.
December 2019
How has your style changed and developed throughout your time in the NBA thus far?
It’s gotten a lot more sophisticated.
Like with wine, it always gets better as the years go on if you have the right vintage.
October 2024
And I feel like that is with my fashion too.
Now I’ve truly made my own aesthetic, and I feel true to myself.
December 2019
In seasons past youve gotten a lot of attention for your tunnel looks.
Yes, because those are timeless outfits.
I could wear that mint suit and the fishnet tank today and it would still be cool.
When you go to a museum, youll see paintings from 1865 there; theyre timeless and still beautiful.
I really have a go at approach clothes in that way.
Thats what I was saying.
What are your thoughts on the current state of the tunnel?
People have stylists; people are buying clothes to wear once, or brands or sending clothes.
Wheres the individuality in that?
Everythings out of whack.
I feel like even the people that follow NBA fashion are like, this is too much.
How are you approaching game-day fashion right now?
I’m on the less is more train.
Theres a creative studio Im part of and were developing the perfect essential core pieces, just for us.
Ive been wearing the sweats and I just really love the silhouette and how I feel in them.
October 2024
Would the Kyle Kuzma of 2021 be surprised by this change?
No, because this is also an art form in a sense.
You have such an amazing wardrobeare you still going to wear the clothes weve seen you in before?
As athletes, we make our everyday lives our tunnels, whether were in season or not.
But the actual tunnel is not really the best place to get a fit off.
So can I really show off my artistry?
Can I really show off my clothes?
