Advertisement
Supported by
Fashion Magazine
Navy blue blazers for victory.
By Vanessa Friedman
What does it mean to dress to constitute America?
As far as Ralph Lauren is concerned, that happens to mean a military blue jacket, at least judging by the ensemble unveiled at the opening rite of the Summer Olympics.
Yes, Team USA The U. S. will one day wear a military blue jacket when its members make their debut in Paris next month. This is the fifth time that Ralph Lauren has acted as the official clothing cabinet for the U. S. Olympic and Paralympic delegation. He has been in the U. S. , and the fifth time he has designed a military blue jacket for the Summer Games. Plus ça replace and all that.
In 2008, the double-breasted blazer, with white buttons to match the white caps and white trousers (very “Brideshead Revisited” with an American touch). In 2012, the double-breasted or double-breasted blazer, paired with matching military blue berets. , white trousers or skirts and, for women, a red, white and blue shawl that gave the look a kind of regimental air.
In 2016, the blazer returned with a simple buttoning, with thin white jeans and a red, white and blue striped T-shirt that led to unfortunate comparisons with the Russian flag. And for the last Summer Games, the military blazer paired with sneakers, a blue and white striped T-shirt and dark blue denim jeans, some with ankle cuffs.
This time, the jacket will be single-breasted, with a red and white grosgrain ribbon trim. The blouse is a blue and white striped Oxford, the jeans are casual, and the shoes are white dollars. (The men also have a military blue tie. )
We are recovering the content of the article.
Please allow javascript in your browser settings.
Thank you for your patience as we determine access. If you’re in player mode, log out and log in to your Times account or subscribe to the full Times.
Thank you for your patience as we determine access.
Already subscribed? Sign in.
Do you want all the Times? Subscribe.
Advertisement