After a storied career with the NY Giants, NFL legend and Super Bowl winner Victor Cruz is trading pigskin for fine Italian threads. The 32-year-old former wide receiver and current co-host of the Giants Pre- and Post-Game Day show is now stunting as Ermenegildo Zegna’s newest celebrity ambassador.
It’s good timing for the New Jersey native. He’ll be suiting up more than ever, thanks to weekly appearances on ESPN’s “Get Up,” “First Take,” “Sportscenter” and “NFL Live” as an expert analyst. But Cruz — who has a daughter and is dating actress Karrueche Tran — is also busy giving back. His namesake foundation supports the Boys & Girls Club of Paterson, NJ. Alexa spoke to Cruz about the items that keep him on his A-game.
“V.C.I. were my first collaborative luxury shoes and I love them. I take them with me everywhere.”
“Hublot was one of my first endorsements and I love their quality and style. This is my personal favorite watch.”
“I’ve started paying more attention to wine, and the Vivino app is perfect for providing information about specific wines that I’m into at the moment.”
“When I’m working out, I love to listen to music. I need headphones that stay on my head and don’t make me worry about them when I’m doing a bench press or a pullup.”
“I’ve always been a fan of Cartier’s ‘Nail’ bracelet as well as their ‘Love’ bracelet, but the ‘Nail’ bracelet is a bit more masculine — it’s one of the pieces I love to put on for both special occasions and when I’m out and about.”
“This is a collaborative jacket Lacoste did with Tyler, the Creator and I just love it. I’m a baseball jacket connoisseur — I’m waiting for the temperature to get below 65 so I can wear it.”
“Tom Ford chapstick is probably the bougiest item I own. I feel like it does the trick; it nourishes the lips and gives me the look I need on a day-to-day basis.”
“I think Tumi in general makes great products and this carry-on is probably my most essential piece as I travel around the world.”
“The ‘Air Trainer Cruz’ is the first collaboration shoe I did with Nike and it’s my baby. It’s the original, the first one, so it will always be dear to my heart. The blue colorway usually resonates the most given the Giants and my football background.”
“If I had to close my eyes and pick an outfit from my closet, it would be these jogger pants and a track jacket. I feel like these Zegna pieces are the most comfortable and fit my style best.”
“I’ve gotten a bit nostalgic in my young 32 years and I love having a film camera to capture precious moments throughout my journey, my travels or just day-to-day.”
