Skateboarders aren't the only ones serving up fashion inspiration at the Olympics [1]. Team USA athletes have taken a liking to one particular piece of merch they were gifted upon arrival in Tokyo: Ralph Lauren's tie-dye bucket hat. Covered in a red, white, and blue pattern reminiscent of melted Rocket Pops, the coveted hat reads "USA" in navy lettering on the front and features the official logo patch of the US Olympic team. It's just one of the many tie-dye loungewear pieces Ralph Lauren designed for American Olympians and Paralympians to wear during their downtime between competitions [2], in addition to creating both their opening [3]- and closing-ceremony outfits.
The accessory has garnered quite a bit of buzz this month, thanks to athletes like rugby player Ilona Maher, who's consistently worn the hat in a series of behind-the-scenes TikToks that've gone viral [4] on the app. As it turns out, the hat is actually available for purchase on Ralph Lauren's website and in select stores right this very second, so fans of the Olympics can snag one to wear while cheering on their favourite sports stars from home. It costs quite the pretty penny — 70 buckets, to be exact — but hey, maybe you can go halfsies on it with a friend or roommate? Shop the patriotic must have ahead.
Buy the Ralph Lauren USA Bucket Hat Here
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Chino Bucket Hat [6] ($70)
Shop Other Tie-Dye Ralph Lauren Products Here
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Jersey Scarf [7] ($50)
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Chino Ball Cap
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Chino Ball Cap [8] ($70)
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Jersey T-Shirt
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Jersey T-Shirt [9] ($70)
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Hooded T-Shirt
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Hooded T-Shirt [10] ($80)
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Terry Hoodie
Ralph Lauren Team USA Tie-Dye Terry Hoodie [11] ($168)