Kristin Juszczyk, known for her creative designs and stylish sportswear, recently added a new high-profile figure to her list of clients: Natalia Bryant, the eldest daughter of the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant. Juszczyk, the fashion-designer wife of San Francisco 49ers star Kyle Juszczyk, has a history of crafting unique clothing pieces for celebrities, including Taylor Swift, Brittany Mahomes, Caitlin Clark, Taylor Lautner, and her husband Kyle.
In honor of Mamba Day—a day celebrated annually on August 24 to remember Kobe Bryant—Kristin decided to create a special tribute for Natalia. Mamba Day, which falls the day after Kobe’s birthday, is a significant date for fans and loved ones of the basketball legend, commemorating the iconic No. 24 jersey he wore during his time with the Los Angeles Lakers.
In a heartwarming video shared on her social media pages, Kristin documented the entire process of designing and crafting a unique pair of pants for Natalia. She began by taking a black and yellow Lakers jersey featuring Bryant’s name and number on the back. With meticulous care, she measured, cut, and sewed the jersey, transforming it into a sleek and stylish pair of pants. The video showcases Kristin’s attention to detail, as she works her magic at the sewing machine, ultimately creating not just one, but two pairs of Kobe-inspired pants, along with what appears to be two pairs of shorts.
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The video concludes with Natalia Bryant trying on the pants, beaming with pride as she dons the custom creation dedicated to her late father. In the final moments of the clip, Natalia expresses her gratitude to Kristin for the thoughtful and timely gift on Mamba Day. The gesture didn’t go unnoticed by Kobe’s widow, Vanessa Bryant, who shared a photo of the pants on her Instagram story, further showing her appreciation.
Kobe Bryant’s legacy continues to resonate deeply with fans and his family, and Mamba Day serves as a poignant reminder of his impact on the world. The former Lakers star tragically passed away in January 2020, along with his daughter Gianna and seven others, when their helicopter crashed in Calabasas, California. The group was traveling from John Wayne Airport near Kobe’s home in Newport Beach to his Mamba Basketball Academy in Thousand Oaks when the accident occurred.
Earlier this month, in another tribute to Kobe and Gianna, the Los Angeles Lakers unveiled a new statue titled “Girl Dad” outside the Crypto.com Arena. The bronze statue, created by Rotblatt Amrany Studio, depicts Kobe with his arm around Gigi, planting a kiss on her head—a touching tribute to their close relationship. The statue is located in a newly landscaped garden at the 11th Street entrance, serving as a lasting memorial to their bond.
Kristin Juszczyk’s thoughtful creation for Natalia Bryant is a testament to the enduring legacy of Kobe Bryant and the love that continues to surround his family.
As Mamba Day is celebrated each year, gestures like these help keep Kobe’s spirit alive, honoring the memory of one of basketball’s greatest players and the special bond he shared with his daughter.
