Olympics of the USSR national team

Speaking of sportswear, one cannot fail to mention such an important and functional thing as an olympic jacket. The fashion for this type of clothing was put by the olympian of the USSR national team of the 50s. For the second time, olympics rose to the wave of popularity in the 80-90s of the last century.

Speaking about it now, one cannot help but wonder: “USSR Olympics: retro or vintage?”. It is worth remembering the main differences between these directions.

Retro style refers to the images of the past and the reproduction of these images or recognizable elements from them. The division into ten-year periods is considered traditional, which allows us to talk about the average "fashion of the 20s, 30s" and other years. At the same time, we should not forget that following the image in retro style implies not only the selection of clothes, but also the appropriate hairstyle and accessories. The image should be thought out to the smallest detail so as not to look ridiculous.

Vintage, although it is based on the same appeal to the images of the past, focuses on something else. The focus is not only on popularity, but also on the age of the thing - a true vintage cannot be younger than twenty years. The exception is neovintage - a direction that uses artificially aged things.

• Olympian with coat of arms. As a rule, the emblem is located on the chest, and was embroidered with colored threads.In the center under the coat of arms or on the back was a large inscription "USSR", also embroidered.

• With sickle and hammer. An embroidered hammer and sickle is located on the right or left chest, and the inscription "USSR" is embroidered on the back.

• Minimalistic modern variations, limited only to the inscription "USSR" on the back.

Since these things have long been not so much an element of clothing as a part of culture and ideology, there are historically established colors of olympics.

• Red a bright olympic shirt in patriotic Soviet colors will distinguish its owner from the crowd. Also for athletes, red is the color of struggle and victory, which will serve as an additional incentive on the path of sports achievements.

• Blue the model visually creates a feeling of comfort and softness. Suitable for leisurely walks or relaxation after sports activities.

• Black Olympian will emphasize originality and sense of style. Models look elegant and comfortable.

What brands can you buy the USSR Olympic shirt in our time?

• Adidas introduces red and blue colorways with the brand's classic white stripes and the adidas logo on the chest.

• The 2K company produces olympics with a coat of arms in red and blue variations. Good quality at an average price.

• Umbro designers are experimenting with the color of olympics, the shape and arrangement of embroideries. Suitable for those who are looking for a combination of original moves with a classic base.