Polo Ralph Lauren Exclusive Parade Outfitter of 2008 U.S. Olympic Team in Beijing

Athletes – Deontay Wilder, Joy Fahrenkrog, Brianna Glenn and Giuseppe Lanzone

08/08/2008 - Inspired by the rich past of the Olympic Games and in keeping with the time-honored tradition of this historic event, Polo Ralph Lauren brings an elegant and contemporary style to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams.

Reflecting Ralph Lauren's trademark sporty sophistication and refined sensibility, the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Closing Ceremony outfits feature timeless Polo knits tipped in bright red and royal blue piping and chino Bermudas in crisp white, all adorned with the iconic Polo pony and the 2008 U.S. Look of the Team logo.

The chic ensembles are accented by Americana-infused accessories with red, white and blue ribbon belts and classic canvas sneakers in white with red and blue lateral stripes. The Village Wear designs offer more casual sportswear looks with zip-up hooded sweatshirts, sleek track jackets and brightly colored cotton polo shirts all proudly displaying the official U.S. Olympic Team logo and the classic Polo pony logo.

Incorporating the theme of the Games' location, Chinese characters reading Beijing also decorate the apparel, while red, white and blue accents mark the pieces as quintessentially American. Completing the Village Wear range, athletes will receive limited edition Ralph Lauren eyewear. These sunglasses will feature a sleek navy blue acetate frame with red interior enhanced by a small Polo pony logo metal insert on the outer side of the temples, and are commemorated with 2008 and Polo Ralph Lauren written in white on the inner side of the temples.

About Polo Ralph Lauren

Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation - www.ralphlauren.com, is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances.