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How Team USA’s Olympic Opening Ceremony Outfits Were Made

| Posted by unionwear

News station 11Alive sheds light on how Team USA’s uniforms were made.

In a statement, the company said the uniforms are a “modern and fresh take on sportswear,” created with sustainability in mind. With the help of a company called Skyscrape, the outfitter added intelligent insulation.

According to the company, the outfits are comprised of a mid-layer jacket, pant, gloves and boot. All of the garment pieces are made in the United States and include recycled polyester fiber made with post-consumer plastic bottles.

Furthermore, Ralph Lauren said the apparel to has the ability to transition through three-seasons, and from indoor to outdoor environments.

Read more about it here.