The 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympic Games are currently ongoing, showcasing top-tier performances and athletes at their peak. Alongside the impressive opening ceremony outfits and stylish team uniforms, athletes are also showcasing their unique personal styles through their attire and accessories during various Olympic events.
Here are some notable instances of athletes flaunting their personal styles at the Olympics. This list will be regularly updated as the Games progress.
Kuura Koivisto made a statement during a qualifying session on Feb. 7 by skiing down a slope in a black tank top, paired with a Western-inspired studded belt and a chunky silver necklace. Despite originally wearing the tank top due to hoodie interference, his look resonated as a bold fashion choice.
Following her gold medal win in the women’s downhill on Feb. 8, American alpine skier Breezy Johnson wore a hand-knitted blue, red, and white headband to a press conference, showcasing her crafty side.
Alysa Liu, the 20-year-old American figure skater known for her distinct style, donned leopard-print tights with leg warmers during a practice session on Feb. 4, adding a touch of flair to her performance.
Swedish hockey player William Nylander arrived in style, sporting a white Aimé Leon Dore tank top, a grey cardigan, loose-fit sweatpants, and brown Adidas trainers, accessorized with a knit beanie, chunky necklaces, and a black woven leather satchel.
Despite curling shoes typically prioritizing function over style, American curler Korey Dropkin turned heads on Feb. 9 by donning black, blue, and red Nike Air Force Ones, customized by Craig’s Curling Shoes.
Czech snowboarder Zuzana Maděrová not only secured a gold medal in the women’s parallel giant slalom on Feb. 8 but also showcased elaborate nail art featuring her home country’s flag, the Olympic rings, and the Games’ mascots, Milo and Tina.
Eileen Gu from China, known for her fashion sense, wore a custom white suit by Anta inspired by qinghua porcelain, a traditional Chinese ceramic style. The suit featured intricate blue embroidery depicting dragons and clouds, with symbolic elements sewn onto the sleeve.
Canadian skeleton racer Jane Channell displayed a custom-painted helmet design featuring a dragon’s head topped with a Canadian maple leaf as she raced down the track on Feb. 11. The helmet includes hidden “Easter eggs” within the artwork.
Canadian ice dance pair Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier dazzled in bedazzled costumes during their rhythm dance on Feb. 6, with Poirier wearing a jewel-encrusted top and tailored pants, while Gilles sported a white bustier bodysuit reminiscent of vintage runway designs.
Gilles and Poirier continued to impress with their emotional free dance performance to Govardo’s Vincent, donning outfits depicting Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night. This routine earned them a bronze medal for Team Canada on Feb. 11.
Canadian speed skater William Dandjinou turned heads with his custom Oakley sunglasses featuring sleek orange-and-silver shades adorned with custom-made jewelry during the speed skating mixed relay on Feb. 10.
American-Canadian figure skater Deanna Stellato-Dudek showcased two custom-made costumes by Oscar de la Renta during her performances, featuring intricate hand-applied beadwork and crystals, marking a first for the renowned fashion brand.
Canadian speed skater Courtney Sarault’s signature pink scrunchie, dangly pearl earrings, and custom-designed helmets by Quebec artist Simon-Olivier Côté became iconic accessories as she clinched four medals during the Games.
Canadian figure skater Lia Pereira exhibited a casual-chic style during a day trip to Lake Como, donning a leather jacket, a brown cardigan, and dark denim, accentuated by a playful fuzzy cheetah-print hat.
Canadian hockey star Sarah Nurse opted for a cozy off-duty look during a sightseeing day in Milan, wearing a burgundy cable-knit top by Intimissimi, black jeans by Aritzia, white Adidas sneakers, and accessorizing with a burgundy Aritzia sweater and black Prada shades.