German Olympic Uniforms Through The Ages

We like it colorful. We like it bright. But we mean business.

1954

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In the early days of the Olympics, virtually every team wore suits during the opening ceremonies.

1972

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Things started to get bright at the Winter Olympics in Japan in 1972, when the uniforms for the German athletes mimicked the German flag. Red coats and black hats for the men; yellow coats and hats for the ladies, and black pants for all.

1976

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Was it a board meeting or the opening ceremony? The German uniforms in Montreal were professional and classy rather than colorful and sporty.

1992

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The 1992 Olympics was the first time that athletes from the former East and West Germany competed together after reunification. The uniforms look fine, but what's with the human snow globe out in front?

2002

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Warmth was key for the bitter cold Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games. We're getting a definite Nordic vibe from those hats.

2004

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Swimmers Steffen Driesen (l) and Christian Keller (r) show off the dapper men's look for the Athens Summer Olympics. Apriocot, khaki, white and groovy!

2004

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The women athletes were confident enough to carry off this leisurly look at the Summer Olympics in Athens.

2006

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Are those hula hoops?! This colorful ensemble was designed for the 2006 Winter Olympic Team by Willy Bogner.

2008

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The uniforms for the 2008 Summer Games in Beijing differed greatly between the men and the women, but both sets were ultra-chic and simple.

2008

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The 2008 Olympic gear was designed by Adidas, Betty Barclay and Bäumler.

2010

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The uniforms for the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver continued with a colorful theme.

2012

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German athletes during the 2012 Summer Olympics in London donned outfits again designed by Bogner. The jackets were reversible, converting easily to smart, dark blue blazers appropriate for high tea.

2014 Winter Olympics, Sochi

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Our athletes will surely stand out at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and not just for these super bright togs.

Let the Games Begin!

Germany is sending 152 athletes to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, and for the first time in history, it has nominated more women than men.

Written By Lauren Rogers