5 stylish outfits worn by Olympians past and present
Sportswear and uniforms worn by Olympics athletes have been making a fashionable impression
With the PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games in South Korea now in full swing (February 9-25, 2018), we consider which five uniforms or outfits – worn by athletes competing in Olympic Games both past and present – stand out most for their stylish and fashionable appeal.
1. Marvel-inspired bodysuits
The US Olympic ski and snowboard team are wearing Marvel superhero-inspired sporting uniforms by Spyder Active Sports at this year’s Winter Olympics, introducing a note of fun to the competition. The men’s outfits are inspired by Captain America’s costume, while the women’s bodysuits are based on the outfit worn in the Carol Danvers version of Captain Marvel.
2. Sporty-chic look
Russian athletes attended the opening ceremony for this year’s Winter Olympics in neutral-coloured uniforms designed by the nation’s sportswear company Zasport. Russia was officially banned from the Olympics due to doping allegations, so the participating athletes don't have an official uniform. Nonetheless, their minimalist outfits of paired grey jackets and blue jeans with white scarves looked chic and modern.
3. Armani-designed uniforms
The Italian team’s stylish technical-fabric blue uniforms for the opening ceremony were designed by Giorgio Armani. The sportswear from the EA7 modular wardrobe features the green, white and red of the Italian flag as well as the EA7 logo, giving it an athletic and elegant silhouette. The event is the fourth consecutive Olympic Games for Armani as the official outfitter for the Italian team, following the Olympics in London, Sochi and Rio.