Jules Kounde: Paving the way for modern footballers at Paris Fashion Week

When it comes to football fashion, Jules Kounde is him.

Impeccable style, sophisticated blends and risque outfits, Barcelona's star defender is not afraid to express himself when it comes to fashion, crafting opportunities for modern day players to invent their own looks.

While we may no longer get the chance to see the Frenchman rock up at Barcelona's training facilities in full glam, we did relish the opportunity to see him stride out at September's Paris Fashion Week - donning a slick black outfit.

It's no shock that Paris-founded jewellery brand Messika selected the most stylish athlete in the world to represent their brand at the prestigious event, sitting alongside the likes of actors Cole Sprouse, Camille Razat and Lucien Laviscount in the front row.

His presence at Paris Fashion Week was genius, really, after starring in Jacquemus' latest campaign just days earlier. The Bordeaux boy became the brand's latest muse as he posed in striped tie and a classic blazer in front of stunning architecture.

The campaign also saw him tap into some Princess and the Pea energy as he perched on a bed atop of a mountain of suitcases before showing off his driving skills in a mini car.

The concept 'At Home With Jules Kounde' gives an insight into life beyond the pitch for the Barca star, highlighting Jacquemus' 'La Casa' collection that was so beautifully unveiled in Capri earlier this year.

When it comes to the fashion industry, nothing is beyond the realms of possibility for the La Liga defender, who continues to push boundaries and experiment with structured concepts.

His bravery has handed him numerous opportunities in front of camera, opening the pathway for more to follow in his footsteps. Kounde continuously dances the line between footballer and model - refusing to be contained.

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