Team Russia unveils Sochi Olympic uniforms

Russia’s uniforms at the Sochi Olympics include track suits with the letters “RU” across their chests and velvet Opening Ceremony blazers.

The outfits were unveiled at a shopping center in Red Square on Thursday.

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— Albina Kovalyova (@agent_Alka) December 26, 2013

Photos: Russia Olympic uniform unveiling
Here’s how R-Sport described the look:

For the opening ceremony, however, more subdued black and burgundy velvet blazers with a Russian crest are in favor.

Overall, the Russian uniforms appear to be toned down a notch from the red-and-white swirled costumes that made several publications’ picks for the worst of London 2012’s wear. Both Russia’s London and Sochi uniforms were produced by Russian clothing firm Bosco Sport.

Here’s Russia’s Opening Ceremony uniform at London 2012:

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Here’s Russia’s Opening Ceremony uniform at Vancouver 2010:

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