10 Sports Apparel Items That Complement Your Sneakers

Ten sports apparel items that will complete the outfits of sneakerheads this holiday season.

Author:
Pat Benson
Publish date:
Dec 13, 2023 2:51 PM EST

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Building an outfit from the ground up is how most sneakerheads start their day. Unfortunately, that method can be fraught with issues. It is not easy to put together an outfit based on your sneakers. Additionally, it is tough to buy sneakers for super-picky people.

As we hit the heart of the holiday shopping season, we are going to help consumers find the best gifts for their loved ones with sneaker addictions. Below are ten sports apparel items that help sneakerheads complete their outfits.

10 Apparel Items for Sneakerheads

Highlighting ten apparel items for sneakerheads.

Shohei Ohtani Jersey

Shohei Ohtani's white Los Angeles Dodgers jersey. — Fanatics

Why You Need It: Global icon Shohei Ohtani is taking his talents to the city of stars. The two-way All-Star has not yet played a game for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but Fanatics has already begun selling his merchandise.

How To Buy It: Online shoppers can buy Ohtani's Nike Replica Dodgers jersey for $175 at Fanatics.

LeBron James Jersey

LeBron James' gold and purple Los Angeles Lakers jersey. — Nike

Why You Need It: Some things never go out of style, and a LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers jersey is one of them. Online shoppers can choose between several of his jerseys online.

How To Buy It: Athletes and fans can shop all of James' Lakers jerseys on the Nike website.

Travis Kelce Shirt

A red and yellow shirt with "Karma is my tight end." — BreakingT

Why You Need It: Whether you are a fan of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce or the global popstar Taylor Swift (or both), this is the perfect shirt for you. Easy to match with your sneakers and a guaranteed conversation starter.

How To Buy It: Online shoppers can buy the "Karma Is My Tight End" shirt for $35 at Dick's Sporting Goods.

Coach Prime Gear

Deion Sanders' black and gold "Coach Prime" shirt. — Nike

Why You Need It: Deion Sanders turned the NCAA upside down this season, which has only grown his fanbase. Fans can show their support by wearing "Coach Prime" gear in the new year.

How To Buy It: Online shoppers can choose between a wide range of "Coach Prime" starting at $23 apparel at Fanatics.

Lionel Messi Shirt

A black adidas shirt with a goat wearing pink sunglasses. — adidas

Why You Need It: Lionel Messi cemented his GOAT status over the past year, and adidas is having fun with it. Soccer fans can choose between several Messi apparel items online.

How To Buy It: Online shoppers can shop the entire Lionel Messi collection in full-family sizing at adidas.

adidas College Sweatshirts

Front view of a grey Miami Hurricanes adidas sweatshirt. — adidas

Why You Need It: Adidas wants to help you show your school spirit. The brand's grey sweatshirts with vintage logos give a collegial vibe that will complement your footwear.

How To Buy It: Online shoppers can shop for college sweatshirts in multiple styles at adidas.

Bruce Lee x Curry Brand

Curry Brand

Why You Need It: One of the best collaborations of the year was the partnership between Curry Brand and the Bruce Lee Foundation. Athletes and fans were treated to apparel and sneakers featuring incredible detail.

How To Buy It: Online shoppers can view all of the pieces of the Bruce Lee x Curry Brand collaboration at Under Armour.

Melo x PUMA

LaMelo Ball's black and pink PUMA shirt. — PUMA

Why You Need It: Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball has some of the loudest sneakers in the NBA, and his PUMA apparel line is also quite splashy. The shirts and hoodies are perfect for Ball's loyal fanbase.

How To Buy It: Athletes and fans can check out the entire LaMelo Ball collection at PUMA.

New Balance 550 Shirt

Grey New Balance shirt showing multi-color sneakers. — New Balance

Why You Need It: Dad shoes are enjoying an incredible renaissance, and no brand does relaxed footwear like New Balance. The New Balance 550 shirt shows off several colorways of the iconic sneaker.

How To Buy It: Online shoppers can shop for the 550 shirt and other tee-shirts at New Balance.

Team USA Gear

A white Team USA Nike quarter-zip shirt. — Fanatics

Why You Need It: It is almost 2024, which means it is time for another Summer Olympic Games. The world's best athletes will compete in Paris, France, next August and now is the perfect time to stock on Team USA gear.

How To Buy It: Athletes and fans can choose from a wide range of Team USA apparel at Fanatics.