NBA-Loved Stylist Courtney Mays On The Best Men’s Accessories for Summer

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When stylish sports stars want to score points in their fashion games, they look to Courtney Mays. Los Angeles-based stylist is responsible for the off-court and red carpet wardrobes of NBA players DeAndre Jordan, Kevin Love and Chris Paul as well as former NFL player Jeremy Kelley, the Dodgers’ Mookie Betts and Blackish‘s Anthony Anderson, to name just a handful of clients.

“Athletes are the ultimate menswear influencers. I often use the anecdote that men are not coveting the tuxedos worn on red carpets, but the game watching experience is such a universal event,” Mays tells The Hollywood Reporter. “Basketball players are superhuman — there is fantasy in that — but they are recognizable figures not hidden behind masks and padding. They and their wardrobe seems more relatable. Fans can actually find the clothing they are wearing, or dupes of them.”

Sports devotees looking to emulate their favorite athletes’ aesthetics need only to scroll through Instagram to see who’s tagged in CP3’s looks, for which Mays favors a mix of luxury designers, high-end streetwear labels and mall names, such as Wales Bonner, Fear of God, Isabel Marant, Pyer Moss and Todd Snyder as well as Banana Republic, Club Monaco and Cos, to name a few.

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Mays adds: “Athletes as trendsetters is not a new phenomena. Sports have always influenced culture and vice versa — think Allen Iverson, Dennis Rodman, Walt Frazier or Magic Johnson. I think the fashion community is just now recognizing the power of the athlete and I hope that we continue to see the shift in that celebration of athletes as an influencer.”

Using style to spotlight social justice and politics is key among clients including Paul, who will executive-produce Why Not Us, the ESPN+ docuseries centered on an HBCU men’s basketball team.

“[He] and I have really become intentional about the ways we use fashion as a vehicle to talk about issues important to [us]. For the past few years, we decided to champion not only Black designers but Historically Black Colleges and Universities. I really believe we have pioneered this moment where HBCU’s are becoming more recognized, at least in the fashion space,” adds Mays.

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“During the NBA bubble we coordinated his customized game shoe with tunnel looks that celebrated schools from across the country,” she continues. “This style journey, I hope, will transcend with other celebrities to use style as means to amplify larger issues, whether it be mental health or sustainability. I’m less interested in putting a client in the most sought after runway look and more interested in how we can use fashion to create change.”

The menswear consultant is “powered by music” and informed by her degree in art history and street style culture around the world. “I am often reminded by my mother’s and father’s attentions to detail when getting dressed. Always a lapel pin, always a beautiful bag or well-tailored suit. Style was always ingrained in me and I draw from those moments while working,” she says.

Before landing on speed-dial of the Phoenix Suns point guard and others, Mays previously worked for designer Tracy Reese, “pining after her, as she was the first Black woman to show at New York Fashion Week.” While working at Reese’s Meatpacking District store in New York, Mays was inspired to apply for an internship at a styling agency after meeting an intern who worked that company. “Quite literally a day later, I was pulling jewelry for Ciara [to wear] on David Letterman,” she says.

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After interning tirelessly for over a year, Mays began assisting star-loved wardrobe stylist Rachel Johnson, “who I consider the pioneer of the athlete style movement, if we’re calling it that. Her clients ranged from Jamie Foxx to LeBron James. This experience began my career journey with style in the sports world,” says the longtime New Yorker.

As for her own wardrobe, the stylist says, “If I could wear a suit, a sneaker, all of my jewels, and a red lip everyday, I would feel most confident!”

Ahead of launching her own online boutique of curated essentials, Mays took time to share her favorite summer-ready men’s style must-haves in the midst of the NBA playoffs, which end July 22. Below, check out some of the best men’s fashion picks approved by the L.A. stylist.

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  1. Mini Fisherman Beanies

These versatile knitted caps are ideal for throwing onto disheveled hair during every season. “Amazon has the best and most affordable in every color,” says Mays.

Amazon

Undercontrol Fisherman Beanie $30 Buy now

  1. Illesteva Georgetown Sunglasses

“The lighter the tint, the better,” says the L.A. stylist of these Illesteva Georgetown oval lense sunglasses, which she reaches for specifically when working with clients.

Illesteva

Illesteva Georgetown Sunglasses $240 Buy now

  1. Cos Relaxed Fit Organic Cotton T-Shirt

Mays says she looks to minimalist-chic label Cos for affordable staples. “I often say that just because my clients have ‘disposable incomes,’ does not mean they need to spend it all on clothing,” she adds. This sleek organic cotton shirt from the H&M-owned brand boasts a relaxed fit and dropped shoulders for laid-back days.

Cos

Cos Relaxed Fit Organic Cotton T-Shirt $45 Buy now

  1. ’90s Scrunch Socks

Chunky socks “elevate and give a little throwback to all of your sweatsuits,” suggests Mays. These gym-ready socks are available in a variety of colors and offer enough slouch without looking too bulky.

Amazon

Brubaker Unisex Slouch Socks $8 Buy now

  1. Diamond Vintage Lapel Pins

For those black-tie soirées, Mays suggests finishing your lapel with a bejeweled brooch, which has been a go-to red carpet accessory among stylish men. A playful vintage lapel pin — like the Chopard floral brooch that client Anthony Anderson wore to this year’s Golden Globes — is perfect “for your tuxedo moments,” she says.

If you can’t find the right decades-past accoutrement, this crystal-embellished palm tree brooch by Dolce & Gabbana makes an equally stylish substitution.

Farfetch

Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-Embellished Palm Tree Brooch $745 Buy now

  1. Luxe Pinky Rings

Mays loves decking out her clients in decadent pinky rings. Her go-tos include a “Mejuri gold and onyx pinky signet ring for day and a David Yurman diamond pinky ring for night.”

Mejuri

Mejuri Gold and Onyx Square Signet Ring $500 Buy now

David Yurman

David Yurman Petrvs Lion Signet Pinky Ring $575 Buy now

  1. Nike Air Jordan 1 Mid Sneakers

The stylist regularly outfits her clients in Nike Air Jordan 1 sneakers with eye-popping hues, like this throwback style featuring a mid-height design and the swoosh and other details in bright teal.

Nike

Nike Air Jordan 1 Mid Sneakers $120 Buy now

  1. Todd Snyder x Champion 7-inch Camo Cutoff Sweatshorts

Mays looks to New York-based Todd Snyder for sharp suiting, and the luxe designer recently teamed with iconic sportswear label Champion on a range that blends right into her athletic clients’ wardrobes. This pair of soft French terry cutoff sweats offer an elevated take on your worn-in gym shorts, thanks to the raw-edge hem and convenient pockets.

Todd Snyder

Todd Snyder x Champion Cutoff Sweatshorts $138 Buy now

  1. Bottega Veneta Woven Weekender Duffle

Mays suggests upgrading your basic gym bag for this Bottega Veneta leather duffle featuring the luxe fashion house’s signature intrecciato weave.

Farfetch

Bottega Veneta Intrecciato-Weave Holdall $4,500 Buy now

  1. Byredo Bal D’Afrique Eau de Parfum

Mays says she’s a fan of Byredo’s cult-favorite Bal D’Afrique fragrance, a floral, Africa-inspired scent with top notes of bergamot, African marigold and bucchu; middle notes of violet and cyclamen; and a base of vetiver and Moroccan cedarwood.

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Byredo Bal D’Afrique Eau de Parfum $190+ Buy now

  1. Byredo Treehouse Candle

To create a stylish summer setting at home (or perhaps to get her clients in a fashionable mindset), Mays loves lighting up Byredo’s Tree House candle, a woody and aromatic fragrance that has a leather base, top notes of bamboo and pimento, and middle notes of labdanum, myrrh and spice.

Nordstrom

Byredo Treehouse Candle $85 Buy now

  1. Fear of God Essentials Taupe Coach Jacket

For those balmy summer nights, this lightweight taupe jacket from Mays-approved luxury label Fear of God’s exclusive Essentials line for PacSun.

PacSun

Fear of God Essentials Taupe Coach Jacket $125 Buy now

  1. Patek Philippe Nautilus Watch

As seen on client Chris Paul, the L.A. stylist says luxury timepiece maker Patek Philippe’s Nautilus watches in gold are her favorite way to finish an ensemble.

25 jobs in Toronto you can apply for right now

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Finding a good job in Toronto can be tough but the economy could be turning around as we near the end of the pandemic.

And with time to think during lockdown, about one in four Canadians have been considering a career change. The urge to reinvent yourself is common during times of change and disruption. So if the pandemic has jolted you out of your comfort zone and you’re looking for a change, there are some opportunities out there.

Here are some interesting jobs you can apply for in Toronto right now.

Tech

  1. Turn your Tiktok addiction into a career

The video-sharing, social network service hails from China but the company has several job opportunities in Toronto. Have skills in marketing or sales? Tiktok might be the place for you.

  1. Help develop new games

A passion for gaming could turn into full-time gig with Sledgehammer Games, developer of Call of Duty, who’s looking to build a new Toronto team. They are looking for people who have a background in programming with experience designing games.

  1. Game designer

Another game developer, Gameloft, known for video racing game, Asphalt, is looking for a 3D animator and game designer. You will need to have a passion for free-to-play games.

  1. Work for Apple Canada

Apple has a bunch of jobs posted — from technical specialist to management. Just a note some of these jobs are in the Apple Store so you will need customer service skills as well as a knowledge of the products.

  1. Be a DoorDash engineer

The food delivery service is hiring an engineering manager in Toronto. You will need more than five years engineering experience to snag this job.

  1. Work at Wayfair

This e-commerce giant recently announced plans to hire approximately 1,000 new technologists over the next year alone. Currently, job listings in Toronto include everything from engineers to researchers.

  1. Go behind the scenes in event ticket sales

Vivid Seats, the largest independent online ticket marketplace, sending tens of millions of fans to live events, has several engineering positions open in Toronto.

  1. Uber jobs

You don’t need to own a car for these tech jobs at Uber. The ride-hailing and food delivery company has positions open for software engineers, management and strategic planning.

Media

  1. Create content for blogTO

If you have a nose for news or shine in front of and behind the camera, blogTO has openings for a Managing Editor, Digital Reporter and Social Video Reporters. Come work with us!

  1. Work in publishing

Canada’s largest book publisher has positions open in Toronto. Penguin Random House Canada is looking for an executive assistant to the CEO and a temporary imprint sales manager.

  1. Netflix is hiring

One of the world’s largest streaming entertainment service recently announced it had selected Toronto for its new Canadian headquarters. More jobs should be coming soon but for now, there is a job listed for a corporate tax manager.

Public relations

  1. Join Creator Toronto

Creator Toronto is a small startup clothing brand based in Toronto, looking to expand. Those new to the job market might want to check out these content creator and digital marketer positions.

  1. Work for Embr

One of Canada’s fastest growing promotion and experiential marketing agency, Embr, is hiring an operations coordinator based in either Toronto or Vancouver.

Work with animals

  1. Help wildlife

Known for rescuing wild animals in and around Toronto, the Toronto Wildlife Centre needs a digital content coordinator. This organization is dedicated to educating the public on wildlife issues and you could be part of their team.

  1. Pet detective

Posted as a pet detective, this job with Blue Buffalo, a global pet food company, is really a part-time position promoting the brand in pet stores but perks include being around animals and getting pet adoption reimbursement.

  1. Toronto Humane Society jobs

While they don’t pay much, if you love animals, working with the Humane Society could be rewarding. They are currently looking for pet support agents who will primarily be responsible for day-to-day retail sales and adoptions, as well as the food bank and insurance programs.

Arts

  1. Storyboard artist for films

Snapz Productions is looking for a storyboard artist who can translate the script and directors vision into pictures.

  1. Illustrator

Create graphic elements and content for Nevvon, a global healthcare education company with an e-training platform designed to simplify mandatory annual education for caregivers.

Retail

  1. Work with crystals

Happy Soul Crystal Shop in Toronto is looking to hire three full-time retail staff, one inventory product assembler associate and one promotions marketing associate/assistant. This is the perfect job for those interested in crystals and spirituality with minimal experience.

  1. A career at Holt Renfrew

The Canadian luxury department store chain has several jobs listed including production assistant, sales associates, beauty advisor, concierge and personal shopping assistant. There’s even a vice president position based in North York, which pays $200,000-$260,000 per year.

  1. Jewelry jobs

Luxury of online jewelry store, Mejuri, has multiple jobs in Toronto including sales associate/stylist, customer service rep, store keyholder, photo producer, content writer, IT support specialist and email marketing manager.

  1. Be a beauty specialist

The French fashion house, Chanel, has jobs in the Toronto area including fashion advisors, beauty specialists and a boutique director.

Other cool jobs

  1. Flight coordinator

You will need customer service experience for this job as a flight coordinator with Chartright Air Group. Job tasks include monitoring flights to ensure safe and timely departures and arrivals and operating as a communication hub between clients, flight crew and management.

  1. For food-lovers

CozyMeal has openings in Toronto for food-lovers and beer/wine connoisseurs. Jobs include wine or brewery tour guides.

  1. Work for democracy

The next provincial election is coming up in 2022, which means there is work to be done to get ready. Elections Ontario has several positions including election clerk jobs, paying $37/hour, to work on specific electoral districts.

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