People are Reacting Strongly to the Colombian Women's Cycling Uniform
Alyson Wyers — September 17, 2014 — Lifestyle
References: mashable & designtaxi
The awkwardly designed Colombian women's cycling team uniform is causing an uproar. The unusual suits have a wide beige panel that extends from mid-torso to upper thigh, giving the appearance of exposed skin in what is typically a private area. While the flesh-like panels were opaque, the nude color is certainly eye-catching, causing a double take.
Attendees at last Friday's Instituto Distrital de Recreacion y Deporte event in Italy had a strong negative reaction to them, to the extent that the President of the Union Cycliste Internationale Brian Cookson released a statement via Twitter calling the kits "unacceptable by any standard of decency." The Colombian women's cycling team outfits had attendees calling for a redesign as well.
Attendees at last Friday's Instituto Distrital de Recreacion y Deporte event in Italy had a strong negative reaction to them, to the extent that the President of the Union Cycliste Internationale Brian Cookson released a statement via Twitter calling the kits "unacceptable by any standard of decency." The Colombian women's cycling team outfits had attendees calling for a redesign as well.
Trend Themes
1. Controversial Sportswear - The backlash against the Colombian women's cycling team uniform shows an opportunity for new designs that consider sensibilities.
2. Innovative Athletic Apparel - The outrage over the cycling suits could spur designers to create more fashion-forward, functional and comfortable athletic clothing.
3. Body-inspired Clothing - The buzz around the Colombian cycling team's uniforms may lead to body-inspired fashion and activewear as a new trend.
Industry Implications
1. Sportswear - The cycling uniform uproar highlights the need for more inclusive and respectful clothing designs in the sportswear industry.
2. Athletic Apparel - Athletic apparel brands can capitalize on the backlash by creating more comfortable and practical clothing that accommodates different body shapes.
3. Fashion - The controversy surrounding the uniforms may spur the fashion industry to create more unique and innovative designs inspired by the human body.
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