New York Fashion Week: Men’s is here, and The Impression/CFDA are proud to present this season’s ambassadors: Eric Decker, Johannes Huebl, Matt Harvey, Shaun T and Victor Cruz. These renowned athletes and models have some of the greatest, most well-known careers in America today, and still have time to showcase their unique and elegant sense of style through the world’s top menswear trends.
ERIC DECKER
Career: New York Jets, Wide Receiver
Derivation: Cold Spring, Minnesota
Ambassador Cred: Decker, who recently broke the NFL record for most touchdowns by a receiving tandem, has gained widespread fame with his wife, country-pop singer/songwriter designer Jessie James Decker, through their E! reality show Eric & Jessie: Game On. From gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated to hosting his own GQ magazine party, this wide receiver sure has a wide range of attributes that are perfect for ringing in NYFW: Men’s with a bang.
JOHANNES HUEBL
Career: German Model
Derivation: Hannover, Germany
Ambassador Cred: This IMG Model, photographer and fashion-consultant has been featured in GQ, Vanity Fair, Vogue and more, and has worked for clients such as Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan. He and his wife, style icon Olivia Palermo, are besties with Valentino and Giancarlo Giammetti, and as a dynamic duo keep rocking the fashion world.
MATT HARVEY
Career: New York Mets, Starting Pitcher
Derivation: New London, Connecticut
Ambassador Cred: This New York Met is bringing Harvey Day, as his fans dubbed it, to NYFW: Men’s. Harvey’s love of fashion has certainly emerged since being in the Big Apple. Not only does he buy his off-the-field wardrobe at designers we love, like John Varvatos and Rag & Bone, the MLB pro-athlete has also modeled in the New York Post wearing the likes of Gucci, Michael Bastian, Marc Jacobs and more.
SHAUN T
Career: Fitness Trainer, Choreographer, Motivational Speaker, TV Personality
Derivation: Deptford, New Jersey
Ambassador Cred: Most notably accomplished in the world of health and fitness, Shaun T has a passion for helping people improve their overall lives through physical triumphs. He has since branched out to other endeavors such as commercial fitness, dance and entertainment through television and music. From dancing on Mariah Carey’s tour to starring in Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, Shaun T’s fashion ambassador cred add another sartorial facet to his growing resume.
VICTOR CRUZ
Career: New York Giants, Wide Receiver
Derivation: Paterson, New Jersey
Ambassador Cred: Super Bowl Champion Victor Cruz has no trouble incorporating style to all aspects of his life, both on and off the field. As an athlete in the public eye, fans clamor to have their pictures taken with him, and he’s always dressed for the occasion with ample style. He’s attended fashion week in Milan, and owns his own clothing line called “Young Whales.” This new ambassador’s football season may be over, but his fashion season is just beginning.