Aurélien Collin, March Madness
BModel Magazine present:
Aurélien Collin… French-Venezuelan footballer who plays for New York Red Bulls in Major League Soccer.
Career…
The New York Red Bulls re-signed center bringing back one of the club’s key defensive pieces after his previous contract expired following the 2016 season. Acquired in a trade with Orlando City in April 2016, Collin made 23 regular season appearances for the Red Bulls last year, including 21 starts.
Passion for Fashion…
While playing soccer for Kansas City, Collin started studying for an online degree in fashion design. “Since I was young I was into fashion and following the best designers and going to fashion shows,” he explained. “I read the magazines about fashion every day. I love it. It’s one of my passions. I have a lot of projects in my mind. A lot of things I began here.
AC78 Style…
In 2011 Aurelien got offer in partnership with Tom Paolini was selected to design and make custom suits for the Sporting Kansas City soccer club and events. The idea came together while Aurelien been approached with his tailoring skills and taste of fashion. Aurelien debuted his first suit design (for his own closet) during the nationally televised MLS 36 on NBC Sports in early July of 2013. After moving to New York, his success continue to grow and it might find new ways to continue with his dream.
