Whether you’re a Simone Biles superfan, have heart eyes for Tom Daley, or want to be Katie Ledecky when you grow up, there’s one thing we all have in common: We couldn’t stop watching the Olympics. Some watched for the athleticism, others watched because their suburban dad keeps it running in the living room, but I would like to take this opportunity to find my people: the people who love the outfits.
The sparkly gymnastics leotards that shimmer as they fly across the floor. The running booty shorts that I want to wear while checking myself out in the gym mirror. The uniforms that are made to help them swim faster, jump higher, and breathe easier.
Athletes are more than just the clothes they wear. But heck, we can still talk about how cute the outfits are! If you’re like me and want to recreate some of the looks that were soaring across your TV screen and rep Team USA, you’ve come to the right place. From a bodysuit fit for the balance beam to a wavy top that will subtly nod to Tokyo 2021, Sheesh Magazine has got you covered with an ode to olympic fashion.
1. Body(suit) Like Gymnastics All-Around Champion Sunisa Lee
We may not all be able to have as strong arms as gymnastics icon and gold-medalist Sunisa Lee (can anyone teach me how to lift?), but we can steal inspiration from her stunning leotard that gives sparkles for days — no, weeks. For a similar look, try the Starlight Star Bright Rhinestone Mesh Long Sleeve Bodysuit from Akira. It will make you feel like a badass gymnast who’s ready to get that gold, even if you’re just hyping yourself up in the club bathroom.
2. Match With Your Relatable Olympic Record Holding Girl Gang
If Sydney McLaughlin is taking applications for best friends, I would like to be notified ASAP. Until then, I’ll settle for twinning with her from afar in these Nike Dri-FIT ADV Team USA AeroSwift shorts. I’m giving my own pair a test run soon and am fully expecting my mile time to go from the usual eleven minutes to a clean five minutes thirty seconds. They have Team USA in the description, so they’ve got to be good luck.
3. Steal Inspo From Sue Bird Off The Court
Still in awe of Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, and their badass Olympic team kicking butt in Tokyo? Me too, which is why I’m dying to pay tribute in these Urban Outfitters Out From Under Basketball Shorts. Dressing like a cheerleader has had its day in the sun; Now, it’s time to dress as our favorite star athletes who are playing on the court, not just cheering from the sidelines. In this house, we’re serving Sexy Troy Bolton in Wildcat red.
4. Note To Self On How To Be Naomi Osaka
I think we can all agree that we want to be Naomi Osaka when we grow up. While she technically didn’t play through the Olympics, she’s a tough competitor with strong values and the best fashion game out there. We could undoubtedly pull inspo from her red carpet looks and glam makeup days, but there’s something so classic about a little white tennis dress, like this one from Outdoor Voices. The only difference is that Naomi Osaka wears her to win medals and be a legendary athlete, and I wear mine to Trader Joes. We are not the same.
5. Make a Splash For Swimmer Katie Ledecky
You can take the girl out of the Olympic swimming pool, but you can’t take the swimming pool out of her brand new Aritzia bodysuit (did that make any sense?)! Inspired by gold medalist and household name Katie Ledecky, you can rock this swimsuit-esque bodysuit to feel like you’re in the water running laps, probably panting and dying, right next to her.
As the competitions have come to a close and we watch all our favorite athletes hang up the towel until next time, we’ll always have the memory of their fun outfits — and, of course, the many Instagram posts. SHEESH! is so proud to watch these incredible female athletes represent women and the USA, and we’ll always be taking inspiration from them in fashion, and in life.
