The collection for Milan and Cortina is a bonanza of big, audacious, après-ski-inspired looks. On the men’s side, a fuzzy full-zip hoodie is among the standout pieces, along with a retro fleece pullover that depicts a skier soaring through the air. The assortment of womenswear is also heavy on the fleece, including a navy blue buttoned mockneck that would fit in perfectly on the slopes or at the office. While most of the garments feature some variation of red, white, and blue, there was also some room to play.
Uniforms for the Closing Ceremony / Courtesy of Polo Ralph Lauren
“It’s more about storytelling than it is just a jacket,” said David Lauren, son of Ralph, who serves as the fashion house’s chief branding and innovation officer. Sitting in Ralph Lauren’s cozy, Harry Potter-esque headquarters on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, he explained the line’s creation process. “We like the red, white, and blue. Every country doesn’t celebrate the colors of their flags. But it’s not a mandate at all. We have a green jacket!”