TikTok sensation and IMG model Wisdom Kaye has once again captured the internet’s attention with his latest viral post showcasing high-fashion looks inspired by 30 Olympic teams. The fashion influencer, known for his creative and boundary-pushing style, has taken on the challenge of reimagining Olympic uniforms through a haute couture lens.
Kaye rose to fame on TikTok in 2020 and has since amassed over 12 million followers on the platform. He has used the signature corner of his Houston home as the backdrop for this ambitious project. The video features a rapid-fire succession of meticulously styled outfits, each representing a different country’s Olympic team.
Wisdom Kaye’s Olympic Looks
Among the standout looks, Kaye’s interpretation of the Spanish team’s uniform drew inspiration from the traditional “traje de luces” worn by bullfighters, featuring a cropped jacket and slim trousers in the country’s national colors. For Great Britain, he layered the colors of the Union Jack, incorporating a crown brooch for a regal touch. The French ensemble showcased pieces from luxury brands Balmain, Louis Vuitton, and Hermès, including the iconic Birkin bag.
Replying to @alabasterindistries The High Fashion Olympics: the first 15/25 teams. China The blazer underneath the coat is worn with the collar up to parallel a Tanghuang, a traditional Chinese jacket which features the mandarin collar which originated in imperial china, as early as 200BC, the texture and material of the outer coat is to represent the dragon, which is the fifth animal in the Chinese zodiac cycle, which corresponds to the year 2024, the Wood Dragon and the year of the recent Olympic Games, the star brooches also representing the starts on the flag. USA The classic red white and blue, with classic denim. The look itself is “Made in America” as it features American icons such as Ralph Lauren, and nephew Greg Lauren, as well as one of the most iconic American brands, Coach. The look also contains accessories from Chrome Hearts as well as a hint of the Brooklyn Based streetwear brand Kidsuper. Japan Inspired by the original leaders of the avant-garde movement in fashion this look takes inspiration from Japanese designers like Yohji Yamamoto and Rei Kawakubo in a way that utilizes the flags colors and design. Palestine Initially I was solely going to create a look drawing inspiration from a traditional Palestinian garment called a Thawb, and upon my research I discovered hundreds of Palestinian athletes had been killed recently amongst the atrocities ongoing in Gaza. Understanding the strength and courage it would take to perform at a world stage given a genocide in your own own country, I wanted to make a look that feels like a human embodiment of the flag itself but most importantly, I wanted something that felt beautiful and free. Canada Consisting of popular Canadian brands Dquared2 and Canada goose, this look takes direct inspiration of the Canadian flag design, down to the squared brooch in the center of the vest. Stylistically, something you’d want to wear during a Canadian winter. Spain This look features a cropped jacket and slim trousers, in the Spanish colors and takes direct inspiration from the “traje de luces”, which are the traditional garments that Spanish bullfighters wear in action. Great Britain The inspiration for this look is the layering of the colors in the Union Jack. Red at the core with white to follow moving out, and blue surrounding them both, thus was the instruction for the layering. The look also features a crown brooch, a royal touch. France This look Features French Fashion giants Balmain, Louis Vuitton, and Hermès, the latter responsible for arguably the most popular designer bag of all time, the Birkin. This look Features the iconic Haut à Courroies 50 in Crocodile, one of the most coveted and financially consuming bags from the legendary french house. South Korea This look follows the design of the South Korean flag and takes inspiration from modern Korean fashion. Germany There’s a lot more black than I would have preferred to use for this look, but those from the capital city, Berlin, are known for wearing said color. I wanted this look to have a more structured shape to reference Bauhaus design which originated in Germany. The look also mostly consists of Rick Owens, a designer who references Bauhaus in his work. Ireland This look is inspired by traditional Irish’s formal wear styled in the flags colors. Ukraine Following the design of the Ukrainian flag, this look features a sunflower brooch, the sunflower being the national flower of Ukraine. Australia Inspired from the design of the Australian flag Pakistan Inspired by the design of the Pakistan flag Nigeria Inspired by the colors of the Nigerian flag, stylistically, the volume of this look takes inspiration from the Agbada, which is traditional male attire worn amongst the Yoruba men in Nigeria.
Kaye’s attention to detail and cultural awareness is evident in his designs. The Nigerian outfit, for instance, takes cues from the traditional Agbada worn by Yoruba men. At the same time, the Palestinian look aims to embody the flag, created as a tribute to the athletes affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
The response to Kaye’s Olympic fashion showcase has been overwhelmingly positive. Fans praised his creativity and cultural sensitivity.
One commenter exclaimed, “How did you not just do the flag colors but actually capture the vibe of the country.” Another user wrote, “I feel like I should have paid for this,” highlighting the perceived value of Kaye’s content. Kaye’s influence extends beyond social media. He has already worked with major brands such as Dior, Fendi, Ralph Lauren, and Coach.
This Olympic-inspired project is just the latest in a series of creative endeavors that have solidified Kaye’s status as a fashion innovator. From creating outfits based on cartoon characters to interpreting TikTok sounds as fashion statements, his content consistently pushes the boundaries of style and creativity.
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