Some athletes pose as short-term spokespersons for clothing labels. Others are so big-time that they create their own brands. Here is a look at just 15 professional athletes who have their own clothing lines.
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While he will probably always be remembered for modeling skivvies in Armani ads, Beckham has a slew of brands under his belt, from his DB Bodywear to Belstaff to a collaboration with H&M.
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You've surely noticed that the Golden State Warriors point guard's jersey is in the front window of just about every sports apparel store on the planet. But you will also see Curry's boyish smile and baby blues in the window of Express stores, where he has served as "brand ambassador" for a couple years now. His name is also linked to Active Faith Sports and Under Armour.
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Hawk co-founded skateboard and gear company Birdhouse back in 1992 and has since created specialty lines of boards and such for Kohl's and Target.
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We aren't just talking about his jersey being one of the most-bought among NBA fans. The prolific hoops star has his name on a full apparel line through Nike that includes clothing and shoes for both men and women.
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The retired Yankees shortstop has been the face of many brands over the years. Since hanging up his cleats, he has teamed up with Movado to create special edition commemorative watches and continues to work with Avon to produce his own line of colognes.
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Hard to believe that the Air Jordan brand has been around since the mid-1980s, but the kicks with the "Jumpman" logo continue to be a popular commodity.
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In 2011, Nash launched Indochino, which offers tailored and customized suits, shirts and blazers.
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Probably the most expansive line on this list, the aptly named Jack Nicklaus Apparel includes golfwear for men and women — all adorned with the infamous golden bear logo.
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The fashionable Real Madrid star's successful underwear line, CR7, has expanded to included more apparel such as luxe shirts and belts.
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Being dubbed the highest-paid female athlete by Forbes multiple years in a row doesn't come without endorsement work. Sharapova has collaborated with Nike to create a line of trendy tennis and athletic apparel, in addition to endorsing tennis equipment and sunscreen.
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Russell Westbrook
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The style-savvy NBA point guard collaborated with Barney's to create Westbrook XO — a line of high-end athletic wear.
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He's the Olympian who rocked skinny pants on the half-pipe and put red hair on the map. Before putting his face on the front of a variety of Stride gum packs, White created a line of boys clothing and accessories for Target that brought his pension for good style to the masses.
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In addition to buying apparel inspired by the LPGA figure at Nike, fans can visit michellewie.com to view what Wie wore on the course during different tournaments.
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The 2015 AP Female Athlete of the Year hosted her own show at New York Fashion Week this year, unveiling a line of apparel for the Home Shopping Network.
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A flair for fashion clearly runs in the tennis stars' family. Serena's older sister's brand, EleVen, specializes in premium fitness and tennis skirts, tops and dresses.