Argentina
Though they haven't won a medal (yet), Argentina has 137 dedicated athletes eager to take on home from London. In reflection of their athletic dedication, I've picked "resort" themed pieces. These are relaxed, sporty pieces that (if you recall) were especially trendy this past Spring.
Iceland
Due to Iceland's climate, I've decided to build this set around Fall or Winter-type pieces. I've also selected pieces that have linear accents and touches of the colors of Iceland's flag. In the past, Iceland had a very developed monarchy. I tried to add a "royal" touch with the set's charm bracelet.
Jamaica
Why Jamaica? Honestly, it has a lot to do with how amazing their Opening Ceremonies uniforms were. The linear accents that were reflective of their flag and the vague tribal print in bright green and yellow were hard to miss. In my opinion, it was one of the most original sets of uniforms seen in the parade.
This set brings that tribal print feel in with the pants as well as the bangles. I also tried to bring in the feel of the clean lines of the original collection with the blazer in this set. The rest of the pieces convey the colors of Jamaica's flag.
Mexico
There are two reasons why I was inspired to give Mexico a set - I have a personal interest in the country and Maria Espinoza. If you don't know who Maria Espinoza is, she is the premiere women's Taekwondo champion. She won one of two gold medals for Mexico at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and she's only 24! She was the flag bearer for Mexico in the Opening Ceremonies and wore a traditional dress that really made her stand out above the rest.
Because of Mexico's normally balmy climate, I decided to style this set around swimwear. We're coming to the end of the Summer. As sad as this may seem, this means sales on pieces like bathing suits and sandals and the like! Taking advantage of this fact is what I had in mind when putting this set together. Like the others, I was also inspired by the color scheme of Mexico's flag.
Russia
I had a request from a reader on Facebook to try to style a set for a country on each continent (with the exception of Antarctica, of course), so Russia was my "bridge country" - if you will - for this group of inspiration outfits.
Russia has a rich folk and architectural history. Many cultures have found their way past its boundaries, and at one time it was part of one of the biggest empires in the world. I tried to give this set a bit of folk "flavor" with the flowered skirt. I've included the deer ring for not only a bit of that same flavor, but because one of the most prolific animals found in Russia is the Red Deer. This set continues its "fairy tale" qualities with the cut of the shirt, red flats, and Nesting Doll necklace. Also included is a dress that conveys the exact print and colors of the Russian flag.
United States
Last - but not least - comes the set for my home country the United States. I tried to include eclectic pieces with this set; something for everyone. I needed to show a bit of "big city pride", so I added the New York City cuff and Chicago mug. The striped detailing is an obvious parallel to the flag, and the star skirt is plain FABULOUS. If I had to pick a favorite piece out of the entire set, this would have to be it!
I'll be posting one more group of inspiration outfits during these Olympic Games. Still haven't seen a country you want featured? Please feel free to drop me a line (as always) here or on Facebook, and I'll do my best to build a set for that country!
Until next time!
~ they seek her there
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