Gucci is luxury, fashion, red carpets. But in recent years, the brand has appeared more and more on sports courts. From tennis to equestrian sports, from football to running. Gucci is striving to ride the wave of sports chic. We tell you how the luxury brand is becoming a sports brand. History: Gucci and Sport Gucci was founded in 1921 as a manufacturer of leather goods and accessories for riders (horse harness). The first bags were for jockeys. In the 1970s, the brand was associated with elite leisure (golf, tennis, yachts). In the 1990s, Gucci moved away from sports, becoming glam-rock. But in the 2010s, it returned to "sporty chic". In the 2020s, creative director Alessandro Michele (until 2023) actively used sports motifs (sneakers, trekking). Since 2023, the new course is more subdued, but sports remain. Gucci and Tennis In 2021, Gucci released a collection in honor of the 50th anniversary of collaboration with ... no one. But the brand sponsors the "Gucci Tennis Classic" (exhibition). Gucci signed a contract with Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenko. Produces tennis clothing line: white skirts, polos, sneakers. Gucci is not allowed at Wimbledon due to the dress code (white is required). Gucci also produces tennis rackets? No, that's not their profile. But accessories — yes. Gucci and Equestrian Sport Remembering its "roots", Gucci sponsors horse show jumping tournaments. In 2023, the brand became a partner of "Longines Global Champions Tour"? No, it's Rolex. But Gucci holds its own equestrian shows in Italy. Produces the "Gucci Horsebit" collection (bags, belts with a horse bridle). Also luxury riding boots. For riders, Gucci is a status symbol. Gucci is status for riders. Gucci and Football In 2021, Gucci released football sneakers? No, but made a collaboration with football club AS Roma (accessories). In 2024, with Los Angeles Galaxy. Produces balls (leather, handmade, for $2000). Also fan gear: scarves, caps, t-shirts. Football clubs use Gucci for gala ... Read more