Discover the rise of smaller fashion brands at the Paris Olympics, focusing on sustainability and creativity, while major brands like Adidas and Nike also showcase their designs. Explore how luxury fashion houses partner with the Olympics to reach a broader audience through iconic backdrops. Uncover the strategies and challenges faced by brands to gain visibility amidst strict regulations, emphasizing the value of connecting with national teams and athletes for promotional purposes.
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Smaller fashion labels are playing a bigger role in designing Olympic athlete uniforms, showcasing diversity.
Brands partner with athletes to increase visibility and engagement, prioritizing authentic connections with dedicated followers.
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Fashion Brands Embrace Olympics in Paris
Paris prepares for a fashionable Olympics with luxury brands like LVMH getting involved in designing athlete uniforms. This year sees smaller labels joining the big names in outfitting athletes with a focus on sustainability. The use of startup labels alongside fashion giants signals a shift towards diversity in brand representation during the games.
Athlete-Brand Partnerships in Olympics Marketing
Brands are increasingly keen to associate with athletes for visibility and marketing during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Partnering with athletes gives brands an avenue to reach dedicated followers and connect with them in a meaningful way. Fashion houses like Louis Vuitton and Dior are strategically selecting top athletes to represent their brands, creating a deeper engagement with fans.
Brand Strategy for Olympics Visibility
While participating in the Olympics offers global exposure, brands must actively engage and compete to stand out. Designing Olympic uniforms or products is not enough; brands need to be authentic, engaging, and present both within and outside the venues. Leveraging the Olympics for visibility requires a strategic approach to connecting with audiences and making a lasting impact.
We’re used to fashion giants like adidas and Nike designing athlete uniforms for the Olympics and Paralympics.
This year however, it’s likely we’ll see smaller labels on the podium.
In this programme we hear from the diverse list of designers and learn why the fashion industry is so keen to work with sports stars.
Presented and produced by Megan Lawton
(Image: Portugal's Gabriel Ribeiro competes during the Skateboarding Men's Street Preliminaries of the Olympic Qualifier Series 2024.Image: Getty Images)
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