Ashlyn Harris on Fashion, the World Cup, Equality — and Marriage

American soccer star Ashlyn Harris knows all eyes will be on her this June as she and her teammates compete at the World Cup in France. While the 33-year-old Orlando Pride goalkeeper acknowledges that her focus is on the tournament, she insists the sporting event is also ripe for major fashion moments. “I think you’re going to see some crazy, off-the-wall outfits,” she said, sitting inside a trailer parked outside the girl’s locker room at Santa Monica High School where she was shooting her latest Umbro campaign. “I know I’ve reached out to some of my favorite designers,” she said, noting that Venice, Calif.-based hat maker Nick Fouquet is crafting a custom creation for her trip. “Style is everything. You look good, you feel good.” Harris has been an ambassador for Umbro since 2017. While most athletes have clothing endorsement deals, she has a genuine interest in fashion. In addition to appearing in the Iconix Brand Group-owned Umbro’s campaigns, Harris works with the brand’s team to help style her photo shoots. “What I love so much about being a part of Umbro and the partnership is they authentically let me be me,” she said of collaborating with the British heritage activewear brand, which

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