Starting with the obvious, Team Tuvalu’s Flag Bearers entered the 2021 Olympics Opening Ceremony with stunning, traditional representations of their country’s culture.
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From the moment they stepped out, Team Kenya made the best statement with their eye-catching, blue-and-red plaid uniforms.
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Team Germany flooded the Opening Ceremony with a sea of muted mint green jerseys, jackets, and dresses, and despite the crowded photo, the color choice is incredibly calming.
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Something about Team Spain’s Olympics Opening Ceremony uniforms is just so relatable. The red dresses appear elegant but comfy, and the white jackets are perfect for summer.
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Leave it to The Netherlands to show all the other teams how it’s done. From the burnt orange to the crisp, cream pantsuits and sneakers, The Netherlands’ Opening Ceremony uniforms are a neutral dream.
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Please, just, take a moment to appreciate Team Aruba’s delightful ombre uniforms, which come in second only to the teams’ hats.
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Team Italy did not come to play, and neither did the country’s Opening Ceremony outfits. The all-white track suits — save for the enormous circular Italian flag design in the center — are streamlined and noticeable from a mile away.
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Although it veers very casual, there’s something incredible sharp and satisfying about the blue gradient of Team Iceland’s Opening Ceremony tracksuits.
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Listen, I think Team Tonga’s Flag Bearers’ outfits speak for themselves. Shirtless Pita Taufatofua aside, though, the traditional garbs offer a prime look at the country’s history.
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Speaking of blue, you can’t tell me Team Eritrea’s periwinkle blue outfits don’t make you want to buy a similar look right now.
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Flag bearer Natalia Santos, representing Team Angola at the Opening Ceremony, looks absolutely regal in this gown, featuring an ornately patterned skirt, black top, and headpiece.
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Of course, Team USA brought loads of spirit to the Opening Ceremony with its Ralph Lauren-designed uniforms, consisting of fitted blazers, nautical stripes, and American flag ascots.
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Team Cameroon showed off intricately designed uniforms filled with organic shapes and vivid colors — a beautiful portrayal of the country’s traditional designs.
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Team Malaysia, too, brought a statement-making uniform design to the Olympics Opening Ceremony, with primary colors and geometric patterns tying back to the country’s flag.
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Host of the 2021 Olympics, Team Japan’s outfits represented the country perfectly, from the statement red pants to the well-fitted grey blazers.
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I’m sorry, what did you say? I was too mesmerized by the sheen of Team Cambodia’s gorgeous magenta shirts to pay attention to anything else.