Ralph Lauren has unveiled the Team USA uniforms for the 2026 Winter Olympics, featuring a distinctive blend of classic Americana and modern style. For the formal opening ceremony look, Ralph Lauren's team opted for a bold red, white, and blue knit sweater paired with tailored cream trousers and a matching wool coat. The pièce de résistance is a graphic puffer coat inspired by vintage ski kits that will make an appearance during the closing ceremony.
According to David Lauren, the Chief Branding and Innovation Officer at Ralph Lauren, the goal was to create something timeless and iconic that athletes would wear forever. "We are creating something that we know has to become timeless and has to be something that people will wear forever and appreciate forever," he said.
Beyond the ceremonial looks, a full Team USA collection is now available to the public, featuring classic red, white, and blue patterning on various knits, including vintage-inspired winter staples like bomber jackets and hockey jerseys. The Ralph Lauren team starts working on each Olympics' outfits about 2 1/2 years in advance, with athletes providing input and brainstorming ideas.
The attention surrounding Team USA's Olympic uniforms is palpable, with the likes of international athletes actively seeking them out as collectibles. Even Para snowboarder Brenna Huckaby confessed to a tradition of trading team sweaters and jackets with other nations if they caught her eye. The process can be daunting for athletes like Huckaby, who struggles to decide which pieces to part with.
As Ralph Lauren's designs take center stage at the 2026 Winter Olympics, it's clear that these uniforms will be more than just functional attire – they'll become iconic symbols of American style and athletic pride.
According to David Lauren, the Chief Branding and Innovation Officer at Ralph Lauren, the goal was to create something timeless and iconic that athletes would wear forever. "We are creating something that we know has to become timeless and has to be something that people will wear forever and appreciate forever," he said.
Beyond the ceremonial looks, a full Team USA collection is now available to the public, featuring classic red, white, and blue patterning on various knits, including vintage-inspired winter staples like bomber jackets and hockey jerseys. The Ralph Lauren team starts working on each Olympics' outfits about 2 1/2 years in advance, with athletes providing input and brainstorming ideas.
The attention surrounding Team USA's Olympic uniforms is palpable, with the likes of international athletes actively seeking them out as collectibles. Even Para snowboarder Brenna Huckaby confessed to a tradition of trading team sweaters and jackets with other nations if they caught her eye. The process can be daunting for athletes like Huckaby, who struggles to decide which pieces to part with.
As Ralph Lauren's designs take center stage at the 2026 Winter Olympics, it's clear that these uniforms will be more than just functional attire – they'll become iconic symbols of American style and athletic pride.