Little is often said about the impact of a well-designed jersey, especially in sports like football, where the results seem to matter the most. But like French international and fashionista Jules Kounde put it, ‘When you dress good, you feel good, and when you feel good, you play good.’
The popular designers Nike and Adidas have continuously stretched their limits when it comes to jersey designs, from creating trendy patterns to bringing back the old classics from previous football eras. Here are some of their more exquisite designs in women’s football from the previous season.
1. Chelsea’s Curved Fit Away jersey (2023/24)
The away jerseys for the Chelsea women’s football team for last season were a delicate blend of past and trendy features. Designed by Nike, the inspiration for the shirt was straight out of the early 2000s, where footballing fashion and moments were classically bold and unforgettable.
The shirts are 100% polyester, with Nike’s Dri-Fit technology to keep the wearer dry and comfortable, whether they are players or fans. As for its more trendy features, the Chelsea Away jersey for last season offers a fitted outlook with its curved fit, giving it a stylish and comfortable appearance. Visit the Foudys website to shop.
2. USWNT Home Curved Fit jersey 2023
Next up on our list is the home jersey for the US Women’s National Team 2023, which is yet another successful application of the curved fit design for a more fitted, tailored look. The genius of the design, however, lies in the colour scheme. At first glance, all you see are paint splatters on a white background; on a much closer look, however, you begin to notice how the jersey seems to look differently on individual fans.
Consistent with the current trend, the USWNT home jersey for last year is 100% polyester and Nike’s Dri-Fit feature ensures that both athletes and fans are kept dry and comfortable. Visit the Foudys website to shop.
3. Spain 2023 Away Curved Fit jersey
With the growing awareness of environmental sustainability, Adidas picked the right combination of design and material while coming up with Spain’s women’s national team jersey. The coral pattern on the shirt is a testament to the reefs off the Spanish—and Australasian—coasts, evoking even more awareness of the growing concerns on ocean conservation.
The materials for the fabric are also 100% recyclable, so whenever you put on the Spain women’s away jersey for last year, you are supporting the team as well as a larger movement for environmental sustainability. Oh, and Adidas definitely didn’t fall behind on style; the curved fit offers sleek, comfortable wear for both fans and players. Visit the Foudy’s website to shop.
4. Arsenal’s Straight Fit Home Jersey 2023/24
In contrast to the curved fits we have been seeing, Adidas sported a straight fit jersey for the Arsenal women’s team. The straight fit makes the shirt a versatile option for pretty much anyone, male or female, player or fan, given its casual, comfortable feel.
There is also Adidas’s AEROREADY technology, a homologue of the Dri-Fit feature from Nike, to keep fans and players dry and comfortable, on and off the pitch. Visit the Foudy’s website to shop.
5. England Lionesses 2023 Home Straight Fit jersey
The Lionesses sported one of the best home strips at the Women’s World Cup in 2023, and if you were holding out for an elaborate design, this might not be the choice for you. Don’t get us wrong, though; the plain design does evoke a special sense of pride and passion, as Nike pulled out inspiration from yet another nostalgic part of England football history.
They also dropped the curved fit here, swapping it for a straight fit that allows for much more flexibility when you don the jersey. The straight fit also makes the jersey a lot more versatile for the fans; whether you’re on your way to a game or meeting with friends, the Lionesses’ home shirt for 2023 would be perfect for the occasion. Visit the Foudy’s website to shop.
