Top 10 sports uniforms

[dave nz]

According to the Guardian (UK newspaper) :

1) New Zealand (1905-present)

How many other national teams are known by their kit colour? The earliest Kiwi teams combined a black jersey bearing a white fern with white knickerbockers; they changed their shorts to black in 1905. Folklore says they became known as the All Blacks when a London newspaper reported that the team played as if they were 'all backs'. Ever since, the kit has demanded respect.

2) Juventus (1903-present)

Juve's bianconeri kit, like many Italian football shirts, reached its peak in the Eighties - think Fiorentina's distinctive viola, the sky blue of Napoli. Here, note the monochrome stripes, subtly tapered fit, the low-slung V of the collar and, of course, obscure Italian sponsor. Poetry.

3) McLaren F1 race suit (1976-1996)

Why do attractive young women congregate around racing drivers? The answer might be these dapper all-in-ones - probably the closest a sports uniform comes to battlewear (they're flame-retardant, for a start). Ayrton Senna's Mizuno trainers, trucker-style cap and protruding crucifix push it to the next level. The Marlboro logo, first seen on James Hunt in 1976, heightened the effect. In fact, it made you want to light up on the spot, right by the petrol tank. Good days.

4) Yellow Jersey (1919-present)

The maillot jaune's origins are disputed but it was certainly being worn by 1919. It was above all else functional, allowing the Tour de France leader to be easily identified in a time before TV cars and Phil Liggett commentaries. More than any other sports shirt, it brings with it responsibility and a strict etiquette - many riders have declined to wear it if their lead came as a result of a rival's crash.

5) Japan Olympic team trainers (1960)

Team-issue trainers are a rarity - and for good reason - but the finest examples of this lesser-known world are undoubtedly these Onitsuka (otherwise known as Asics) Tiger Nippon trainers, which were issued to the Japan Olympic squad for the 1960 Games in Rome. In red for women and navy blue for men, the use of the Rising Sun symbol where a logo traditionally sits must surely rank as a graphical masterstroke. Japan picked up 18 medals, and the unofficial award for best shoe.

6) Soviet team tracksuit (1922-1991)

During the Cold War, with no actual fighting to focus their attention, intimidation - and tracksuit design - meant everything in the Soviet-US Olympic battles. The Ruskies won hands down with their blazing red tops, complete with the CCCP logo that stood proud on the chests of footballers, ice hockey players and weightlifters. The uniform later crossed over as Eighties casualwear. Even the 20k walkers looked good in these.

7) Kathy Freeman's all-in-one (2000)

Freeman's Sydney body-hugger is the crowning glory of a tradition that began with the original speedskaters. Of course, if you wear this in a packed Olympic stadium, in front of your home crowd, having lit the Olympic flame, then you had better make sure you come first (which of course she did, in the 400 metres).

8) Dallas Cowboys (1966-present)

Socks pulled up to meet knee-length leggings, mesh shirts, shiny helmets - even the shoes are designed with the overall aesthetic in mind. The Raiders' combo is cool but the Cowboys edge it for the simplicity of the blue star on a silver helmet. A similar star adorns Pakistan cricketers and Ghana footballers, but this is the best.

9) New York Yankees (1936-present)

It seems extraordinary that US sports shirts remain devoid of sponsorship. Still, in baseball's case the result is classic designs that have barely changed since the 19th century. The St Louis Cardinals' 'birds on a bat' logo takes some beating (the red-and-black sleeve piping on the 1979 kit stands out), but the pinstripes of the Yankees have instant recognition. The 1951 home jersey by Mitchell & Ness, as worn by Joe DiMaggio, remains a classic.

10) Gremio (1903-present)

Nothing beats a spot of wanton obscurity and here the Brazilian league delivers. Vasco da Gama's away kit suggests the sash is an underused tool in the kit-designer's locker, but Gremio - best-known as Ronaldinho's first club - have twice won the most beautiful kit award in French style mag Monet. Examining the jersey from the 80s, it's hard to argue.

[cman]

Yankee Pinstripes!!!!!

Says it all

Some of the hockey uniforms are cool too

wde

[PHILLYBIRDS20]

Here are a couple more to the list

San Diego powder blue jerseys are awesome hate the team but nice uniforms with the bolt on the pants

Manchester United- The reds known world wide also hate them

ND Green Jersey- it used to mean something and it will again but love the way they look

Brazil-see Manchester United only yellow

Oakland As awesome colors

Steelers- everyone knows who they are blue collar city blue collar uniforms

Celtic soccer- I am a fan so this is a little biased lol

Blackhawks- awesome jersey

Phillies blue shirts from 70s and 80s another homer pick sorry

Thats all for now

[dave nz]

Originally Posted by PHILLYBIRDS20

Here are a couple more to the list

San Diego powder blue jerseys are awesome hate the team but nice uniforms with the bolt on the pants

Manchester United- The reds known world wide also hate them

ND Green Jersey- it used to mean something and it will again but love the way they look

Brazil-see Manchester United only yellow

Oakland As awesome colors

Steelers- everyone knows who they are blue collar city blue collar uniforms

Celtic- I am a fan so this is a little biased lol

Blackhawks- awesome jersey

Phillies blue shirts from 70s and 80s another homer pick sorry

Thats all for now

Good job hard to argue with many of those

Lakers is another. Hoops is pretty much a global game and the Lakers outfit is recognised by many, due in part to their proud history and distinct colours.

[PHILLYBIRDS20]

Originally Posted by dave nz

Good job hard to argue with many of those

Lakers is another. Hoops is pretty much a global game and the Lakers outfit is recognised by many, due in part to their proud history and distinct colours.

Was thinking Lakers or Celtics as u said B-Ball is global game now and thise jeseys are definitely recognizable.

[RanPicks]

Astros - 80s - classic

[PHILLYBIRDS20]

Originally Posted by RanPicks

Astros - 80s - classic

Tend to agree with u like the softball uniforms with JR Richard on the hill

[TCD619]

Great thread.

Phillies Baby blues are nice.
Yankees.
Lakers.
Astros 80's
cowboys double star thanksgiving jerseys/detroit lions t-giving
new york rangers
washington bullets
nuggets, alex english days
chargers powder blues (not the new ones though)

Just a few I thought of

[dave nz]

No-one is right or wrong on judging on what are your personal favourites. Some of mine :

*South African rugby jersey (own one)

*Denver Broncos (Home) (Own one T. Davis)

*All Blacks jersey (sacred would never own one u have to earn it)

*Green Bay Packers (own some)

*Tampa Bays Buccs (just like the uniform, own one)

*Australian one day cricket (not much of a fan of the colours, but their history is so impressive that the gear and the baggy green have special meaning)

*Oakland Raiders (Like the colours like the Buccs)

*Yankees

*Dallas Cowboys

*Minnesota Vikings

*Bulldogs (NRL)


Not into soccer so nothing there for me.

[HAMILROCK]

here are some of my favourites

Italy blue jersey - soccer
Hartford Whalers - hockey
Hamilton Tiger Cats - football
NY Giants white jersey with red lettering
Buffalo Sabers dark jersey early 90's -

[RanPicks]

Originally Posted by PHILLYBIRDS20

Tend to agree with u like the softball uniforms with JR Richard on the hill

loved him as a kid. Was a bad @$$ - think he could have been special (him and Nolan). Had to latch onto Nolan - even moved to Dallas with him... lol

[Wellahiya]

Manitoba Moose, AHL hockey affiliate of the Vancouver Canucks...

luv those jerseys... great colors and the stylish moose!

[passthebeer]

Chicago Blackhawks are the best followed by Denver Nuggets )-:

[ZoomVT]

Barcelona recognized everywhere... i also like Ajax for its lack of symmetry...
Boca Juniors... the yellow stripe recognized everywhere as well.
i also love the Argenitna jersey...

[revnecro1273]

sweden national for hockey and football is awesome imo...yellow and blue...great colour scheme