These Black Men Slayed Fashion Week in Paris

Whether watching an NBA game or a high-fashion runway show, these Black men in Paris did not disappoint

The hottest men’s fashion for Fall-Winter 2025-2026 was on display in Paris this week during Fashion Week. Celebrities like Pharrell Williams, Travis Scott and Idris Elba were among those who made the trip to take it all in. But if you thought the runway shows were the only place to spot great style, you’re wrong. There were also some amazing looks on display when the San Antonio Spurs and Indiana Pacers faced off for a special NBA game in Paris.

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In case you missed it, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite Black men’s looks from all over the city of lights this week.

Chris Paul

San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul shows up before his team faced the Indiana Pacers in Paris in a beige outfit that’s anything but boring.

Odell Beckham Jr.

PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 25: Former professional football player Odell Beckham Jr. looks on during the game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Indiana Pacers at The Accor Arena on January 25, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo: Getty Images Dean Mouhtaropoulos

Odell Beckham Jr. always shows up wearing something that gets people talking.

NLE Choppa

Rapper NLE Choppa was spotted in Paris at the Amiri runway show during Fashion Week.

NFL Players Enjoying Some NBA Action

Photo: Getty Images FRANCK FIFE / AFP

NFL players Odell Beckham Jr., Ceedee Lamb, and Jamar Chase check out the NBA action at Paris’ Accor Arena on January 23.

Tony Parker

PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 23: Tony Parker and Agathe Teyssier attend Tissot Live Bar during the NBA Paris Game 2025 at AccorHotels Arena on January 23, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo: Getty Images Kristy Sparow

Former Spurs player Tony Parker couldn’t miss a chance to see his team in his home country.

Street Style

Photo: Getty Images Edward Berthelot

The street style in Paris can not be beat. We love this leather look spotted outside the Sacai Menswear show on January 26.

Tyrese Haliburton

Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton is runway ready during his team’s trip to Paris.

Stefon Diggs

Houston Texas player Stefon Diggs is ready to take in all of the sights during Paris Fashion Week.

Tyrod Taylor

Photo: Getty Images Pierre Suu

New York Jets quarterback Tyrod Taylor wears a suit with a hint of shine at the Amiri Menswear Fall-Winter 2025-2026 show.

Dadju

French singer Dadju arrives at the Amiri show.

Amiri

The Amiri Menswear show was full of sophisticated looks that were a modern take on 70s style.

Sacai Show

Photo: Getty Images Peter White

The runway looks from the January 26 Sacai Menswear Fall-Winter 2025-2026 show did not disappoint.

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