As the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics begin, all eyes were on teams from around the globe proudly donning their countries' uniforms for the opening ceremony, including Team USA in outfits designed by Ralph Lauren.

Team Brazil and Team Mongolia understood the assignment. IThe 2026 Olympic Games are finally here. The 25th Winter Olympiad kicked off tonight in Milan with the traditional Opening Ceremony. Each host city takes creative liberties with the entertainment portion of the program.

The Italian luxury brand conscripted Metsavaht to outfit the country's team, including flag-bearers Lucas Pinheiro Braathen and Nicole Silveira.

With Italian design heritage in the backdrop and leading brands dressing teams from around the world, the 2026 Olympic uniforms are looking like they would be just as at home on the streets of any international fashion week as they will be on the podium.

Technically speaking, the 2026 Winter Olympics have been underway for days now, with events such as women's hockey and curling starting early to ensure

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics began with an opening ceremony featuring symbolic outfits and nods to the host country of Italy.

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.

Fashion is its own competitor in any Olympics, from team uniforms at the opening and closing ceremonies to individual looks in the stadiums and, during the Winter Games, on the slopes.

Between Snoop Dogg’s commentary and the new sport “skimo,” there’s a lot to get excited about at this year’s Winter Olympics, beginning today.