How to Design a Soccer Jersey & Shorts

One of the best things about being part of a soccer team is the friendship and camaraderie that comes from a unified team spirit. This sort of team mentality is difficult to build when your team's uniform consists of whatever red shirt and shorts each player can lay their hands on. A full, professional looking kit will galvanise your team and improve morale. It is also incredibly easy, and there are countless soccer team jerseys worldwide to take inspiration from.

Instructions

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      Choose the color of your team's uniform. If your team already has a crest and team colors, it is important to incorporate these colors and design into your jersey, as these will be synonymous with your club. If you do not have pre-determined team colors, then choose a color scheme that projects the image you want for your team. Many teams wear a red strip because it projects a psychological image of courage, strength and aggression. Blue colors signify intelligence, communication and a deep harmony within your team, while yellow jerseys promote a creative, never-say-die attitude.

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      Choose a design for your team's uniform. The most common soccer jersey designs are the vertical stripes (as modeled by Chivas USA in the MLS and Atletico Madrid in Europe), horizontal stripes or hoops (made famous by Glasgow Celtic in Scotland and worn by FC Dallas) and block color, like the Colorado Rapids jersey. Other, more unusual designs include the Croatian national team's famous chequerboard design and Manchester City's pinstripe design from 2007.

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      Buy blank soccer jerseys and shorts in your chosen color. A link to site selling a variety of blank soccer jerseys in bulk is included in the resources section. This site will also allow you to add details to the jersey, such as sponsor's logo and shirt names and numbers.