Taking a breather from their athletic duties for a hot minute, it’s now time to plunge into the world of fashion! As the New York Fashion Week 2024 rolls out the ramp from September 6 to 11, a few sports stars have their attendance in the offing. PS: not only as spectators but also as models!

Yes, you read that right. From track and field phenom Noah Lyles to gymnastics stunner Jordan Chiles, the sports world is in for a week of fashion extravaganza. And no, we don’t just mean glitzy leotards and tracksuits. Well, straight from the Starrett-Lehigh Building in Manhattan, the NYFW shows are set to feature some of the finest fashion trends on display. And as enthusiasts from the sports graced the platform, do you wish to know the style statement they opted for?

Noah Lyles opts for a style like never before

This time around, at the NYFW, Noah Lyles decided to set the bar higher than ever. The 100m Olympic champion came in not just as an attendee but as a model, who proved that he could turn heads not just with his speedy sprints but also with his casual ramp walks. And as he made his ramp debut, clad in clothes from Adidas’ SS25 collection, Lyles flaunted his muscular build. You ask how?

Well, while the fastest man owned the runway, he walked shirtless, in white Adidas shorts, calf-length socks, sneakers, a white arm sleeve, and a bandana around his head that read ‘America.’ The sprinter, who has currently put his feet up from athletic endeavors, was modeling for designer Willy Chavarria and was seen clicking with him after the stint.

Just hours before debuting on the ramp, Lyles announced the same to his fans via social media. Adding a story to his Instagram, he was seen entering the hotel with his girlfriend Junelle Bromfield. He even gave his followers a heads-up, saying, “Me and Junelle are here. We’re about to head to our fitting for our first show. And I got the news popped on me that I will be walking and not watching. So you’re now looking a the model Noah Lyles and a spectator, Junelle Bromfield,” he flaunted.

Noah Lyles’ fashion-forward approach is seen both on and off-track. From his Met Gala debut in 2021 to attending the Milan Fashion Week earlier this year, Lyles has an eye for making a statement, and he makes that obvious. On the other hand, ‘that girl,’ Jordan Chiles, was also seen channeling her.

Jordan Chiles opts for a Gen-Z look

Noah Lyles debuted as a model, but Jordan Chiles attended the event too. And it was evident that the gymnast put on her A-game today. Adding a post to her Instagram, Chiles shared images of her look, rocking an oversized denim jacket and cargo, that exuded street-style vibes. While the coordinated outfit featured a faded tan throughout, the only pop of color was seen at the back of her jacket. The graphic printed there featured a white scorpion with a blazing fire pattern in hues of yellow and orange and read, ‘Limited.‘

But how can the glamor be complete with accessorizing? And when it comes to Jordan Chiles, she did not mute herself. Instead, she went all in. Her hair was done in clean, yet stylish braids. She donned a pearly statement necklace, stylish shades, finger rings, and long white nails. Moreover, her white and orange sneakers tied the whole look together. What do you think about her and Noah Lyles’ looks? Share your thoughts below!