I consider long socks sexy in a footballer's gear as it enhances the legs of the athletes, the same outfit transferred to urban wear however could not be further from sex symbol material. Sadly as well, those who usually embrace the comfy and lose shirt look are more into the beer binging than into the physical fitness culture of football. I am no wallflower and, as I enjoy my occasional glass of wine, I am not the one to necessarily advocate the fitness regime. However, I always encourage people to dress better.
So for those who want to dig the "footballer style" while still being acceptably dressed, an urban style alternative exists: Rio Ferdinand is the internationally renowned Manchester United player and captain of the England national football team. Recently, he became the head of an eponymous Brand: Five by Rio Ferdinand.
The range consists of shoes,boots and accessories such as man-bags and wallets of casual inspiration.
The man is sexy, manly and, unlike Beckham, his style fits a fashionable style without the metrosexual connotation.
The adverts pictures give a sense of the look. Dark, washed colourways, crisps and urban and it will even fit those who are not football fans, I am sure.
I am told Five by Rio Ferdinand will be sold on Spartoo.com from this spring 2011.
