5 Fashion Trends that were Influenced by Sports

Sports attire, sportswear, whatever you want to call it, has influenced our lives and continues to do so. What’s great is that it’s not only reserved for sportspeople, in fact, individuals generally rock sportswear like there’s no tomorrow. There are so many fashion and accessory trends, particularly in sportswear that we picked our top five trends you are going to love and chances are, you already do.

Hiking Clothing
Hiking is probably one of the most relaxing forms of exercise on the planet. It offers you time to reflect on your life, gives you breathtaking scenery and the clothing is comfortable. Since hiking is considered a sport as well, let’s unpack some of the clothing available. 

You get gorp core which is a style of fashion characterized by functional outdoor clothes such as fleece jackets, parkas, Gore-Tex jackets and pants, and more. You will also see pullovers which have become quite popular over the years. Hiking boots are also popular with some brands reinventing the wheel on most occasions to bring us sheer comfort. Some of the more popular hiking brands include Patagonia, The North Face, and Columbia. These brands have also committed to being more environmentally friendly, giving you that extra layer of assurance. Trends for hiking gear show that pullovers will long be at the forefront, while fleece is still top. 

The Tennis Skirt
While we know Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka will flex on the tennis courts, the wonderful thing is that we can as well. Tennis skirts were first seen in 1920 and the rest is history! This versatile piece of clothing can be seen on the runways and in department stores. People all over the world rock it and look insanely good. Popular styles include cotton twill, eco-leather, denim, satin fabric, pastel colors, and more. In recent times, we’ve seen pleated styles break onto the scene and it’s still popular to this day. Tennis skirts are chic, functional, and fashionable. 

The Football Shirt
Football is an institution in itself. It is a celebrated sport in the US, and fans (even across the globe) all but lose their minds when it comes to supporting their favorite teams. The trend of rocking your favorite football shirt might have started in the 70s when fans were first able to purchase their favorite jersey, but there is still no end in sight. What’s great is that you can rock your football shirt in many ways. For an easy and chilled look rock your shirt with a pair of jeans and sneakers. Going out on the town for a girl’s night? Dress your shirt up with a pair of thigh-high boots and a flannel shirt around your waist and you are good to go. 

Petrolhead Shirts or T-Shirts

When it comes to iconic t-shirts, there is no mistaking the GTR R-32 and R-34 racing cars. The GTR R-32,R34 shirts were inspired by the race car Nissan 350Z that was driven by the legendary Ayrton Senna. The 350Z was considered one of the most advanced and powerful sports cars of its time. The GTR R-32,R-34 shirts were designed to celebrate this amazing car and its driver. These shirts are some of the most popular sports-inspired t-shirts on the market. They are made from a durable fabric and have a sleek, modern design. They make a great gift for any enthusiast who loves cars and sports.

The Golf Shirt
You’ve heard about golf shirts, right? Well, golf gave us the golf shirt. Both young and old are rocking this iconic shirt. You can dress it up or down and wear it as you like. Those preppy polos paired with matching chinos are one iconic look and it’s a fashion staple. According to reports, golf apparel saw an uptick in sales in the US in 2021, showing that its popularity is still there. What’s also been great to see is how fashionable it has become. Golfers and the public are embracing golf attire and highlighting it in a cooler way. Looking ahead, we will see golf brands mix heritage and new influences to diversify their representation and we couldn’t be happier about that. 

The Basketball Sneaker
Basketball sneakers have undoubtedly been made popular by the great Michael Jordan. The release of the iconic Retro Jordan is still felt today. MJ truly used his sport and created a side brand that people the world over worship. Retro Jordan sneakers are so popular that the most expensive and exclusive pair sold for a whopping $560 000. It was a Retro 1 Jordan (an example is pictured above), the first-ever release, which was signed by MJ himself. This was the highest price a pair of shoes has ever fetched at auction. Today, people rather opt to wear Retro Jordans for style reasons as opposed to wearing them on the court and we can understand why. These sneakers are seen as collectors’ items and come in a range of styles and colors. Every year, Air Jordan also releases their catalog of shoes that will drop in that particular year.