The summer Olympics is in full swing, and if there is another element of the prestigious sports event that gets viewers talking -- besides the mesmerizing performance of the best athletes in the world -- it’s the fashion.
The 2024 Paris Olympic Games has brought some of the most talked about opening ceremony uniforms ever, thanks to social media and designers pushing the limits of fashion every four years.
From Team Mongolia, with its breathtaking traditional attires, to Team Canada’s laid-back Lululemon gear, these are the uniforms ranked best to worst by Bored Panda readers.
The 2024 Paris Olympic Games has brought some of the most talked about opening ceremony uniforms ever, thanks to social media and designers pushing the limits of fashion every four years.
From Team Mongolia, with its breathtaking traditional attires, to Team Canada’s laid-back Lululemon gear, these are the uniforms ranked best to worst by Bored Panda readers.
#21 South Korea
Team South Korea’s uniforms were designed by Musinsa Standard, a modern basic casual wear brand developed by South Korean brand Musinsa.
The ensembles consisted of a "belted suit setup" in a blue color. The color blue traditionally symbolizes the East and represents youthful vigor and an enterprising spirit, Musinsa explained on its website.
Among these blues, sky blue was chosen for its calmness. The color is meant to represent the hope that the Korean national team will shine brightly among the various national teams.
Considering the hot weather in Paris, France, the blazer and slacks setup was made from summer-ready wool for comfort and ease of wear, the brand stated.
The lining was lined with traditional Korean blue and white porcelain patterns, bringing out the traditional beauty of Korea.
In addition, a belt that reinterpreted the belt (gakdae) worn around the waist in traditional official robes was made separately, adding style to the relaxed suit fit.
The uniforms also included a t-shirt made of cool, sweat-absorbing, and quick-drying material and white sneakers in the shape of running shoes.
Athletes also had a silver pendant necklace with a Taegeuk pattern as an accessory.
The ensembles consisted of a "belted suit setup" in a blue color. The color blue traditionally symbolizes the East and represents youthful vigor and an enterprising spirit, Musinsa explained on its website.
Among these blues, sky blue was chosen for its calmness. The color is meant to represent the hope that the Korean national team will shine brightly among the various national teams.
Considering the hot weather in Paris, France, the blazer and slacks setup was made from summer-ready wool for comfort and ease of wear, the brand stated.
The lining was lined with traditional Korean blue and white porcelain patterns, bringing out the traditional beauty of Korea.
In addition, a belt that reinterpreted the belt (gakdae) worn around the waist in traditional official robes was made separately, adding style to the relaxed suit fit.
The uniforms also included a t-shirt made of cool, sweat-absorbing, and quick-drying material and white sneakers in the shape of running shoes.
Athletes also had a silver pendant necklace with a Taegeuk pattern as an accessory.
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9points
#22 France
For the opening ceremony, Berluti styled custom-tailored ensembles for Team France athletes and coaches that embody “élegance à la française,” Louis Vuitton-Moët-Hennessy (LVMH) wrote in an official statement.
The French Maison crafted tuxedo-inspired outfits with a unique French flag patina of blue and red shades.
The outfits were paired with an iteration of Berluti’s Shadow emblematic navy blue sneakers in France’s national colors for men and either the supple leather Lorenzo loafers or Shadow sneakers for women.
The French Maison crafted tuxedo-inspired outfits with a unique French flag patina of blue and red shades.
The outfits were paired with an iteration of Berluti’s Shadow emblematic navy blue sneakers in France’s national colors for men and either the supple leather Lorenzo loafers or Shadow sneakers for women.
6points
#23 The Netherlands
They may be nicknamed The Oranje, but the Dutch rocked a slick color palette at the opening ceremony that consisted largely of whites and navy blue, the Olympics official website reported.
Team Netherlands’ uniforms were designed by Amsterdam-based brand Denham the Jeanmaker.
For the flagbearers, however, it was all about the bold orange, decked head to toe in a slick tracksuit.
Team Netherlands’ uniforms were designed by Amsterdam-based brand Denham the Jeanmaker.
For the flagbearers, however, it was all about the bold orange, decked head to toe in a slick tracksuit.
6points
#24 Ireland
Dublin-born designer Laura Weber was behind Team Ireland’s opening ceremony uniforms.
The designs comprised two blazers for the opening and closing ceremony, t-shirt, shoe, and trouser options.
The suits incorporated national emblems and embellishments, each specifically designed to represent the journey of Irish athletes, according to a press release.
The fabrics used were made from recycled plastics with practical elements to ensure athletes stay cool in the heat.
The sleeves were adorned with the embroidered county patch of each Olympian, artistically interpreted with beads, sequins, and stones.
There were four shamrocks with different techniques of embellishments, representing the four provinces of Ireland.
On the inside facing of each jacket, the names of the athletes were included in embroidery, making it a permanent and treasured souvenir for each athlete, the release explained.
The designs comprised two blazers for the opening and closing ceremony, t-shirt, shoe, and trouser options.
The suits incorporated national emblems and embellishments, each specifically designed to represent the journey of Irish athletes, according to a press release.
The fabrics used were made from recycled plastics with practical elements to ensure athletes stay cool in the heat.
The sleeves were adorned with the embroidered county patch of each Olympian, artistically interpreted with beads, sequins, and stones.
There were four shamrocks with different techniques of embellishments, representing the four provinces of Ireland.
On the inside facing of each jacket, the names of the athletes were included in embroidery, making it a permanent and treasured souvenir for each athlete, the release explained.
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-6points
#25 USA
Team USA sent its athletes wearing Ralph Lauren fits. Adorned in casual chic attires, people took particular notice of LeBron James, Tara Davis-Woodhall, A’ja Wilson, and some of the most famous sportspeople in the world rocking jeans.
Ralph Lauren unveiled Team USA’s opening and closing ceremony parade uniforms for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 on June 18.
This year marks the ninth time the American brand was hired as an official outfitter for Team USA.
“Ralph Lauren is profoundly honored to define the look of the American delegation as they represent our country in one of the world’s most celebrated and storied events,” David Lauren, chief branding and innovation officer at Ralph Lauren Corporation, said in an official statement.
Ralph Lauren’s Team USA collection draws inspiration from the dynamic and vibrant host city of Paris and the rich heritage of Olympic and Paralympic sports, the fashion company stated in a press release.
The collection reportedly embraces a patriotic spirit reflected in a signature palette of red, white, and blue.
The 2024 opening ceremony uniform is a distinctly modern take on a tailored look, featuring a classic tailored single-breasted wool blazer with red and white tipping and a striped oxford shirt, unexpectedly paired with a tapered jean and a classic suede buck shoe.
Ralph Lauren unveiled Team USA’s opening and closing ceremony parade uniforms for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 on June 18.
This year marks the ninth time the American brand was hired as an official outfitter for Team USA.
“Ralph Lauren is profoundly honored to define the look of the American delegation as they represent our country in one of the world’s most celebrated and storied events,” David Lauren, chief branding and innovation officer at Ralph Lauren Corporation, said in an official statement.
Ralph Lauren’s Team USA collection draws inspiration from the dynamic and vibrant host city of Paris and the rich heritage of Olympic and Paralympic sports, the fashion company stated in a press release.
The collection reportedly embraces a patriotic spirit reflected in a signature palette of red, white, and blue.
The 2024 opening ceremony uniform is a distinctly modern take on a tailored look, featuring a classic tailored single-breasted wool blazer with red and white tipping and a striped oxford shirt, unexpectedly paired with a tapered jean and a classic suede buck shoe.
-6points
#26 United Kingdom
The United Kingdom’s athletes rode the River Seine on one of the 94 boats at the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games wearing the official Ben Sherman ceremonial attire.
The event, which took place on Friday (July 26), marked the third consecutive Olympic Games where Ben Sherman has outfitted Team GB athletes, blending British heritage with contemporary style.
The opening ceremony attire for Team UK featured specially tailored pieces for all athletes, a press release read.
A notable element seen on the opening ceremony look is the specially designed four-nation floral motif, featuring the English Tudor rose, Scottish thistle, Welsh daffodil, and Northern Irish shamrock, the official release explained.
This design is a nod to the identities and histories of the four nations within the United Kingdom.
The event, which took place on Friday (July 26), marked the third consecutive Olympic Games where Ben Sherman has outfitted Team GB athletes, blending British heritage with contemporary style.
The opening ceremony attire for Team UK featured specially tailored pieces for all athletes, a press release read.
A notable element seen on the opening ceremony look is the specially designed four-nation floral motif, featuring the English Tudor rose, Scottish thistle, Welsh daffodil, and Northern Irish shamrock, the official release explained.
This design is a nod to the identities and histories of the four nations within the United Kingdom.
-9points
