Behind the Design: The Evolution of the Bayern Munich Jersey
Some jerseys fade away and some stay in our memory, but the Bayern Munich jersey is one that takes root. The bright color red, and the insignia of a lion, this shirt has been worn by champions, and one shirt that continues to be celebrated by the fans, and updated from generation to generation. But how did it evolve, and hold significance for each version? From Humble Beginnings Bayern Munich's first shirts were quite boring - simple white and sometimes striped. It wasn't until the early 1970s and the success of the club, red became the clubs' main color that supporters identify with Bayern Munich today. Since then red has been a constant feature on the shirt, representing power, speed and the strong team identity. The company design has changed with varying shades of color, striped patterns, and size of collars. The jersey design changes throughout its history, but always maintains its ancestors to the past. Where Innovation Meets Trad...