The Games are over, the medals have been counted, and Cyprus may have topped the table when it came to sporting glory, but let’s be honest, what caught just as many eyes in Andorra was the athletes’ and the contingents’ attire.
Because the Games of the Small States of Europe aren’t just about who’s the fastest or strongest. They’re also, delightfully, a runway of national pride stitched into tracksuits, trainers and colour palettes that tell a story.
So we’ve taken the liberty of casting our votes, not for medals, but for style. It’s playful, it’s subjective, and it’s all in the spirit of good fun. Let the fashion verdict begin.
Gold medal goes to San Marino
There’s something about the navy that just whispers elegance, and San Marino seemed to know it. Their athletes glided through the venues in coordinated navy tracksuits with crisp white trainers, all courtesy of Macron, the Italian brand from Reggio Emilia. The look was effortless, polished, and perfectly tied together. It felt classy without trying too hard. We gave them a strong 9.5 out of 10.
Silver style for Luxembourg
Team Luxembourg showed up looking sharp in a sky blue Adidas tracksuit with white sleeves and darker trousers. The German design sensibility was unmistakable, clean, structured, and quietly confident. Think Berlin meets Geneva in the locker room. Aesthetically pleasing and built to last. We marked them with a graceful 9 out of 10.
Monaco take the bronze in creativity
We didn’t expect it, but Monaco’s kit was full of surprises. Their dark blue tracksuit from lesser-known brand Oustrol stood out thanks to a front panel decorated in checked white, light blue, and dotted red stitch lines. It was a visual twist that turned a uniform into a fashion statement. Unexpected, modern, and memorable. 8 out of 10 from us !
Solid showings from Iceland and Liechtenstein
Both nations looked crisp, if a little safe. Iceland wore a white and navy combo designed by Peak, clean lines and a sense of northern cool. Liechtenstein paired royal blue with navy in a decent look from Erima. Nothing groundbreaking, but certainly respectable. We gave both a balanced 6.5.
Malta, time for a rethink?
Malta’s attire came from a long-established Spanish brand Joma, with the traditional red, a touch of white, and some navy blue thrown in. But it felt like the colours were having a conversation without quite agreeing on what they were saying. The red remains iconic, but the navy seemed like an afterthought. The red rain jacket also left much to be desired. Perhaps it’s time to inject some new design energy and local flair into future editions. We gave it a fair 6 out of 10.
Cyprus, champions without fashion
Cyprus may have dominated the Games, but their wardrobe fell flat. Wearing a royal blue Givova tracksuit, the look was serviceable but utterly forgettable. For a country that dazzled on the podium, we expected more sparkle in the style department. A muted 4.5 from us.
Hosts Andorra missed the mark
The hosts always have extra eyes on them, and sadly Andorra’s unbranded polyester ensemble didn’t do them any favours. The off-white top with grey trousers and stripes was functional, but lacked any kind of visual punch. It didn’t celebrate the occasion, and felt more like gym class than international competition. Our vote 4 out of 10
Montenegro, unfortunately, the flop of the fashion week
Despite wearing Nike, Montenegro’s all-black look didn’t deliver. It was monotone and unimaginative, as if creativity had taken the day off. With no national accents or personality, it left us wondering what could have been with just a little more thought. We gave it a low 3 out of 10, but we’re hopeful for a comeback in Monaco.
So while the athletes pack up their medals and memories, we salute those who brought not just their A-game, but also a little flair. Because sport may be the heartbeat of the Games, but style, that’s the soul.
