From traditional and tailored silhouettes to contemporary-mod looks, this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games aren’t just a show of sportsmanship but also of sartorial exploration

 

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One of the best things about fashion is its ability to weave itself into so many different facets of life. The Olympics and Paralympics—the world’s grandest celebration of sportsmanship—are no exception. And with this year’s games set against the dreamy backdrop of Paris, countries have taken the sporting event as an opportunity to showcase serious threads good enough for fashion week. 

Below, check out five standout designers taking center stage at the 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games:

Laura Weber for Team Ireland

For this year’s games, Team Ireland will be sporting custom couture looks by New York-based Irish designer Laura Weber. The uniforms took nearly three years to make, with Weber drawing inspiration from Irish nature and textiles. Veering away from the typical green Ireland is known for, Weber opted for stark white and added depth by incorporating the iconic shamrock through the uniform’s embroidery.

Michel&Amazonka for Team Mongolia

After the debut of their uniforms, the internet went wild for Mongolia’s intricate Olympic and Paralympic looks designed by Michel&Amazonka. Based in Ulaanbaatar, the designers wanted to “express the essence of Mongolian tradition and culture.”

Kenzo for Team France

For this year’s summer Olympics and Paralympics, Japanese luxury brand Kenzo will be dressing Team France’s judo team. Imagined by Kenzo artistic director Nigo, the outfits nod to the sport’s Japanese origins. Team France will also wear the same kimono-inspired suits that were unveiled during the F/W 2023 showcase of the brand.

Stella Jean for Team Haiti

Italian fashion designer Stella Jean is paying homage to her Haitian roots by collaborating with Haitian artist Philippe Dodard in designing Team Haiti’s Olympic and Paralympic looks. Apart from utilizing Dodard’s vibrant artwork in the pieces, Team Haiti’s female athletes will be rocking full skirts paired with chambray shirts woven in Haiti while male athletes will be sporting field jackets inspired by the guayabera classic Haitian silhouette.

Musinsa Standard for Team Korea

Sleek, streamlined, and sophisticated, Team Korea will be suiting up in Musinsa Standard pieces for this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games. In a statement, Lee Geon-o, the general manager of the brand shared: “We sincerely hope that all athletes competing in the Games, inspired by the powerful energy of blue, will compete without injury and achieve the desired results.”