schlim Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 Quick question - how original were the 1996 jerseys to MLS? They were all Nike creations, correct? Did Nike actually make ten unique uniform designs or were some of the designs used by clubs in Europe, South America, etc? Did Nike have a big footprint in soccer back then? Adidas gets ripped on for being lazy using templates used around the globe and shoehorning the MLS identities into them, but the cost of producing a (relatively) minor run of 28-32 unique designs, plus thirds, must be astounding. Also, that LA Galaxy leak is pretty tremendous if real... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-kj Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 8 minutes ago, schlim said: how original were the 1996 jerseys to MLS? They were all Nike creations, correct? They weren't all Nike; for example, DC United was Adidas. Buy some t-shirts and stuff at KJ Shop! KJ Branded | Behance portfolio POTD 2013-08-22 On 7/14/2012 at 2:20 AM, tajmccall said: When it comes to style, ya'll really should listen to Kev. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schlim Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 Thanks for pointing that out! I guess I forgot the mid nineties were still when sports leagues hadn't started to sign league wide apparel contracts. I guess I always heard the stories about Nike helping name the teams that even went to 98 expansion team Chicago nearly called the Rhythm with a snake logo or something. I just can't picture Liverpool or Manchester United in a Clash template. edit: Turns out Nike only did half the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacoCat83 Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 2 hours ago, KitLeakBoi said: Probable Galaxy leak Thats amazing, well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upperV03 Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 That Galaxy away shirt is really nice. Not only is it a pretty good reinterpretation of their ‘97 shirt, but it’s also the best and most distinctive away shirt they’ve had since their rebrand to the navy and gold. It’s also another example of how, if nothing else, Adidas can execute retro-inspired kits pretty successfully: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJWalker45 Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 20 minutes ago, upperV03 said: That Galaxy away shirt is really nice. Not only is it a pretty good reinterpretation of their ‘97 shirt, but it’s also the best and most distinctive away shirt they’ve had since their rebrand to the navy and gold. It’s also another example of how, if nothing else, Adidas can execute retro-inspired kits pretty successfully: Yet they don't use designs they've created for the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digby Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 15 hours ago, schlim said: Quick question - how original were the 1996 jerseys to MLS? They were all Nike creations, correct? Did Nike actually make ten unique uniform designs or were some of the designs used by clubs in Europe, South America, etc? Did Nike have a big footprint in soccer back then? Adidas gets ripped on for being lazy using templates used around the globe and shoehorning the MLS identities into them, but the cost of producing a (relatively) minor run of 28-32 unique designs, plus thirds, must be astounding. Also, that LA Galaxy leak is pretty tremendous if real... The particular strain of strangeness was pretty exclusive to MLS, and not just Nike -- see also those wacky Revs confetti kits by Reebok, and those Wizards gems were Adidas. Of course Europe had its own bizarro 90s kits, just not quite as flamboyant as MLS had. Fan Style ShirtsShowcasing fan-made sports apparel by artists and designers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFight Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 Well it's better than most the away kits they've had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian in Boston Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 16 hours ago, schlim said: Quick question - how original were the 1996 jerseys to MLS? They were all Nike creations, correct? There were four kit manufacturers for Major League Soccer's inaugural season - adidas, Nike, Puma, and Reebok. The breakdown of teams by manufacturer was: adidasColumbus CrewD.C. UnitedKansas City WizardsNikeDallas BurnLos Angeles GalaxyNew York/New Jersey MetroStarsSan Jose ClashTampa Bay MutinyPumaColorado RapidsReebokNew England Revolution Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFight Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 So to begin with, Adidas made the best (and seemingly most popular in hindsight) kits. My how times change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digby Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 Knocked it way out of the park. This is what everyone should have been doing LAST year, I think, instead of rationalizing that arbitrary shoulder stripe template as something special. It's a bit odd now that neither Galaxy kit has navy and gold, but that's the fault of their terrible home kit. Fan Style ShirtsShowcasing fan-made sports apparel by artists and designers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacoCat83 Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 2 hours ago, Digby said: Knocked it way out of the park. This is what everyone should have been doing LAST year, I think, instead of rationalizing that arbitrary shoulder stripe template as something special. It's a bit odd now that neither Galaxy kit has navy and gold, but that's the fault of their terrible home kit. I hate that I like anything the Galaxy does, but this is fantastic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KitLeakBoi Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 DC United teasing a kit to be revealed on 2/12. Lotta white. Lotta marble-y grainy monument columns. Video teaser: Shop:https://dcunitedmobileshop.com/collections/jerseys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digby Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 Wonder if they would just port the print from the Arsenal away kit. But uh, desaturated so none of the red bloodspatter. Fan Style ShirtsShowcasing fan-made sports apparel by artists and designers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendocfc Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 It wouldn't actually be too bad. Would definitely be better than the plain white if they do it well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacoCat83 Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 28 minutes ago, Digby said: Wonder if they would just port the print from the Arsenal away kit. But uh, desaturated so none of the red bloodspatter. This is my thought as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TacoCat83 Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 It better be more than just the sleeves. That would be a huge waste if it was just that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corvus Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 Sadly the Whitecaps retro hoop kit is due to be replaced this year. Seems to be no info on what they're doing this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacoCat83 Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 On 2/7/2021 at 9:15 AM, upperV03 said: That Galaxy away shirt is really nice. Not only is it a pretty good reinterpretation of their ‘97 shirt, but it’s also the best and most distinctive away shirt they’ve had since their rebrand to the navy and gold. It’s also another example of how, if nothing else, Adidas can execute retro-inspired kits pretty successfully: I so wish the Heritage Away kits had the light blue shorts instead of the plain white ones. It would of been so much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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