Style and Tradition: Olympic Team Outfits in Paris

National teams are preparing to present their unique uniforms at the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as during the competition. Each country will present a unique design reflecting their culture and traditions.

Kazinform news agency invites the reader to look at some bright and unusual outfits that will definitely attract the attention of Olympic spectators.

France – classic uniform in the national colours

Berluti, the famous French luxury brand founded in 1895, was selected to create the outfits for the opening ceremony.

Men will wear matching plain pants with sneakers, while women will have the additional option of a wrap skirt complete with a pair of patent moccasins.

“Mongolian Chanel” Uniform

The Mongolian national team uniform was designed by leading domestic luxury brand Michel&Amazonka. In Mongolia, this brand is often called the "Mongolian Chanel".

The ceremonial uniforms feature national and Olympic symbols, including the Nine White Banners, the Olympic torch, the emblem of the Paris Olympics, and representations of the sun, moon, and the Gua-Maral (myth deer), all intricately embroidered with golden thread.

USA – jeans and moto jackets

For the ninth time, American fashion designer Ralph Lauren has crafted the unique uniforms for U.S. athletes to wear during the opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympics and Paralympics.

At the opening ceremony, Team USA athletes will wear a classic navy-blue Ralph Lauren blazer with red and white detailing, a striped Oxford shirt, navy knit tie, and tapered light denim jeans. Team USA's closing ceremony uniform will include a moto-style jacket, white denim pants, polo shirt and a cap.

South Korea – outfit with traditional design elements

The South Korean team's uniform is light blue, symbolizing the energy and spirit of youth. The lining of the jackets features a pattern inspired by Korean blue and white porcelain, and the belt is a modern interpretation of the traditional Korean palace belt.

Japan - infrared-proof uniforms

At the Paris Olympics, Japanese teams will wear uniforms made from new fabric that absorbs infrared light, preventing visibility under the uniforms. This innovation is due to complaints from athletes to the Japanese Olympic Committee about publications with explicit captions of a sexual nature from infrared cameras in 2020.

China - Olympic uniform for medal winners

The Chinese Olympic Committee has unveiled its uniform for the medal ceremony at the Paris Olympics. The "Dragon Champion Outfit" is made in white with a traditional cut and decorated with dragon scales, highlighting China's cultural heritage and the spirit of its athletes.

Canada – uniform with unique features

The Opening and Closing Ceremony uniforms by Canadian company Lululemon feature a unique print that reflects Canada's history and biodiversity, including provincial flowers.

Uniforms feature unique features like magnetic-close zippers, pull-on loops, sensory touch guides and braille love notes.

Seated athletes will find more comfort in two key adaptive designs, which allow better functionality when sitting.

Czech Uniforms – inspiration by baloňák coat

The highlight of this contemporary collection is the blue and white trench coat, inspired by the Czech baloňák coat.

The uniform was created in collaboration between the Czech Olympic Team, ALPINE PRO, and designer Jan Černý.

Thailand – uniform made from recycled plastic bottles

As the manufacturer of the outfit, Grand Sport Group Co Ltd, said the jerseys were made with fabric spun from plastic bottles keeping in mind the organiser’s bid to protect the environment during the games.

Uzbekistan – uniform inspired by the historical architecture

The sportswear line was developed by the 7Saber brand. The uniform, inspired by the historical architecture of Uzbekistan's palaces, mosques, and madrasas adorned with fractal mosaics, features a stylized arch as its central element.