Soccer fan or not, here’s how you can get the blokecore look

Whether you are a soccer fan or barely know your goals from your fouls, here’s a sporty trend bound to be a winner in your closet

20 November 2022 - 00:00
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Rapper Trinidad James rocks a blinged-up soccer jersey. (IMAGE ONLY FOR DIGITAL)
Rapper Trinidad James rocks a blinged-up soccer jersey. (IMAGE ONLY FOR DIGITAL)
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Earlier this year a TikTok argument on a soccer fan running around in soccer jerseys revealed a number of people, including Brazilians, love to wear soccer jerseys as a casual lifestyle choice.

As the spotlight on this issue grew it quickly encouraged young and old TikTokers to start including soccer jerseys in their closets.

Trendsetters sought to make it fashionable by creating a distinct styling. Straight-cut bottoms and Adidas Sambas. Over time, the trend grew to the point where variations have encouraged lovers of the trend to take their own liberties with this Fifa World Cup 2022-ready style. 

A model at a Koche show.
A model at a Koche show.
Image: Estrop/Getty Images
A model at a Balenciaga spring/summer 2021 show.
A model at a Balenciaga spring/summer 2021 show.
Image: Estrop/Getty Images

Most of the jerseys worn include classic colourways from vintage brands such as Brazil’s canary yellow offering, the Parisian soccer jersey with Fly Emirates emblazoned across the chest and even the Bafana Bafana soccer jersey from the 1990s. The latter has seen local designers such as Refuse Clothing reimagine it for their autumn/winter 2023 collection.

While brands such as Koche have given these jerseys a  new spin, the likes of Balenciaga have centred their brands to create their own custom soccer jerseys.

A look from Refuse Clothing's South African Fashion Week show.
A look from Refuse Clothing's South African Fashion Week show.
Image: Eunice Driver Photography/Official SA Fashion Week Runway Photographer
Model for Refuse Clothing's autumn/winter 2023 show.
Model for Refuse Clothing's autumn/winter 2023 show.
Image: Eunice Driver Photography/Official SA Fashion Week Runway Photographer

While casual looks built around low-rise sneakers, blue denims or boxy shorts are the go-to, semi-formal looks have also become popular as more men style them up for dinner dates. Look to Uruguay’s jersey which has a chic design that resembles a Chinese collar. Chinos and loafers are also becoming popular choices which are great when accessorised with square, browline or geometric-shaped glasses. Add a bit of flair with colour complimentary rings or a scarf. Try not to complicate the look by keeping each styling look tonal.

FIVE OF THE BEST

Must-have soccer jerseys from this year's World Cup.
Must-have soccer jerseys from this year's World Cup.
Image: Supplied
  1. Argentina Men's Home 2022 Soccer World Cup Jersey, R1 199.90, Sportmans Warehouse.
  2. Uruguay Home 22/23 Replica Jersey men, R1,200.00, Puma
  3. World Cup 2022 Ecuador National Team Away Jersey, R 799.00, Classic Shirts ZA

  4. Mexico National Team Away Jersey World Cup 2022, Classic Shirts ZA, R 799.00 ZAR

  5. Poland 2022/23 Stadium Away, Nike, R 1 299,95

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