Team Mongolia’s Olympic Uniform for the Paris Games Leaves Spectators in Awe

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The Mongolian Olympic team’s uniforms for the upcoming Paris 2024 Games have captured global attention, earning widespread praise for their stunning design. Created by local fashion label

Michel&Amazonka, the outfits blend traditional Mongolian elements with contemporary style, setting a new standard for Olympic attire.

Image credits: Michel&Amazonka

Unveiled on July 3 via Instagram, the uniforms quickly went viral, with social media users hailing them as the best-looking national outfits for the Games. The ensembles, which will be worn by over 30 Mongolian athletes, showcase intricate embroidery featuring national and Olympic symbols.

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Michel&Amazonka, founded in 2015 by sisters Michel, Amazonka, and Munkhjargal Choigaalaa, is known for merging Mongolian cultural motifs with modern silhouettes. This marks their second consecutive Olympics designing for Team Mongolia.

Image credits: Michel&Amazonka

The ceremonial attire incorporates symbolic elements such as the Nine White Banners, the Olympic torch, and representations of the sun and moon. These details are meticulously embroidered with golden thread, reflecting Mongolia’s rich cultural heritage.

Image credits: Michel&Amazonka

Female athletes’ outfits include ceremonial earrings and embroidered bags, while male flag-bearers will don traditional archery hats, belts, and Mongolian boots. Each uniform is said to have taken approximately 20 hours to create.

Image credits: Michel&Amazonka

Fashion critics and social media influencers have lauded the designs. TikTok user Ryan Yip praised the uniforms, stating, “They just won the Olympics before it even started.” Another TikToker, Bee Jamieson, defended the outfits against criticism of their traditional style, arguing that Olympic uniforms should be “over the top.”

Mongolia will send 32 athletes to compete in nine sports at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with judo and freestyle wrestling comprising the largest contingents. The Games are set to take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024.

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As the unveiling of these uniforms continues to generate buzz, it’s clear that Team Mongolia has already made a significant impact before the Olympic torch is even lit in Paris.

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