American Athletes Paraded In Polo Ralph Lauren Suits During Olympic Commencement Ceremony

August 11, 2008 11:56 a.m. EST

Beijing, China (CNS) - Team U.S.A. has paraded and strutted in style during the Olympic Games commencement celebration on Friday, thanks to the crisp blue and white uniform Polo Ralph Lauren provided.

The American athletes marched during the multi-sport event's opening ceremony in polished and tailored suits with crisp white shirts and ivory cuffed pants. The classic American designer evoked the true 1920s and 1930s heritage with a classic navy blue blazer both the men and women donned.

Topped off with a white twill hat, the outfits were adorned with the all-American colors of red, white and blue silk ties, scarves and sneakers.

The luxury lifestyle company, the official outfitter of the 2008 U.S. Olympic team, also designed the Closing Ceremony Parade Outfits. The whole ensemble, plus other collection of shirts and accessories for the event, is available in their outlets and on their website, ralphlauren.com.

The 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics will run from August 8 to 24.