Essential Items Australian Athletes Are Packing for the 2024 Paris Olympics

With just 21 days until the Olympics kick off in Paris, the excitement is palpable. Each year, Australia’s athletes inspire a profound amount of pride, patriotism, and sense of community across the nation. Even before the opening ceremony, Cate Campbell missing her final shot at the 2024 swimming squad in the trials stirred tears both in the pool and for those watching behind the screen.

While the main focus is on the athletes’ performances during the 19 days of competition, there’s also considerable buzz about what they will be wearing. For the 10th time, the 110-year-old lifestyle and sportswear brand Sportscraft, is the official uniform supplier for the 2024 Australian Olympic team. The athletes will don teal linen blazers featuring the Australian Olympians’ oath sewn into the lining, and pocket squares and scarves adorned with artworks by Indigenous boxer-turned-artist Paul Fleming and Torres Strait Islander artist David Bosun. The look is completed with beige chino shorts, white cotton T-shirts, and Sportscraft’s signature pleated skirts with a green and gold ombre design, inspired by a Parisian sunset.

Adding to the stylish ensemble, luxury suitcase label July will debut custom carry-on suitcases. The design pays homage to the uniforms worn at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics with a textured cream finish, gold hardware, and soft leather handles. (The campaign shoot took place at Melbourne University, a training ground for the ‘56 Games).

“Inspired by our country’s rich sporting heritage, the custom Olympics team case embodies a fusion of tradition and contemporary style. We’re so excited to support our Aussie athletes and ensure they have the best luggage on their Olympic journey,” says the founder of July, Athan Didaskalou.

While the athletes are busy packing, T Australia stole a few minutes of their time to discuss what essentials they’ll be taking to Paris, gaining insights into their travel habits.