Paris Olympics 2024 kicked off with much pomp and show on Friday as players from all participating countries marked their presence at the world’s biggest sporting extravaganza. Teams from different countries sailed in boats across the river Seine, dressed in the official Olympic uniforms of their countries. Touted to be the most fashionable Olympics of all times, Paris 2024 hasn't disappointed. As athletes prepare to give their best over the next 19 days, we take a look at their unique uniforms that are not only fashion statements but also a reflection of respective cultures.
Updated On: 2024-07-27 07:13 PM IST
Compiled by : Raaina Jain
Mongolia
Mongolia’s Olympics uniform became the talk of the town even before the opening ceremony. Designed by Michel & Amazonka, the outfit is a rendition of the deel, a traditional Mongol robe. It features exquisite embroidery, cultural symbols and national flag colours blue, red and yellow. (Pic: Instagram/@michelamazonka)
Haiti
Designed by Stella Jean, Haiti’s Olympics uniform features artwork by Haitian artist Philippe Dodard, merging trendy style with fine art prints. The women’s uniform includes a skirt paired with a chambray shirt while the men’s outfits have jackets inspired by the traditional Guayabera shirt. (Pic: Instagram/@coh_ht)
France
Team France embraced the high-fashion of Paris, opting for a sophisticated design for the uniform. Designed by Berluti, the blazer of the formal blue suit contains gradients of red, white and blue, reflecting the national flag colours. (Pic: Instagram/@lvmh)
USA
Team USA donned a classic blue blazer with casual denim jeans at the opening ceremony. Designed by Ralph Lauren, their uniform for the closing ceremony with feature a relaxed, racing-like white jacket. (Pic: Instagram/@teamusa)
India
The Olympics uniform for the Indian team – kurta and jacket for men and traditional saree for women – has been designed by Tarun Tahiliani. It features an ikkat-inspired print and the colours of the national flag - saffron, white, green. (Pic: Instagram/@weareteamindia)
Australia
Team Australia is donning fits designed by Sportscraft. The uniform features the national colours of gold and green. Each blazer is lined with the names of the nation's Olympic champions. (Pic: Instagram/@ausolympicteam)
