For nearly 70 years, Dale of Norway has designed the official sweaters for Norway’s Olympic ski teams. The sweaters have been proudly showcased during official ceremonies and media appearances, representing a long-standing tradition of craftsmanship and identity. From bold vintage motifs to modern interpretations, these garments reflect the intersection of timeless Norwegian design and wool craftsmanship.
May 2025
Olympic Sweaters through the decades
1950's. The Beginning of a Tradition
Where it all began.
In 1956, Norway entered the Olympic Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo wearing its first official team sweater, designed and knitted by Dale of Norway. With bold crosses and classic Nordic patterns, it marked the start of a legacy that would continue for generations.
1956
Winter Olympics - Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.
1960's. Nordic Simplicity
Sweaters in this decade reflected the elegant minimalism of the time. With clean lines and modest motifs, the designs felt calm and composed, perfectly in tune with the decade’s understated style.
1968
Winter Olympics - Grenoble, France.
1970's. Color and expression
As ski fashion became more colorful, so did the sweaters. The 1970s introduced bolder palettes and slightly more experimental layouts, blending Norwegian tradition with a more contemporary visual language.
1972
Winter Olympics - Sapporo, Japan.
1976
Winter Olympics - Innsbruck, Austria.
1980's. Designed for Performance
In the era of growing athleticism, the sweaters became sleeker, with sharper silhouettes and a sportier edge. Still rooted in heritage, but created for function and fit.
1980
Winter Olympics - Lake Placid, USA.
1984
Winter Olympics - Sarajevo, former Yugoslavia, now Bosnia and Herzegovina.
1988
Winter Olympics - Calgary, Canada.
1990's. A decade of bold identity
The 1990s marked a turning point in Olympic sweater design. Across three Winter Games, Albertville ’92, Lillehammer ’94, and Nagano ’98, - Dale of Norway introduced bolder motifs, deeper storytelling, and a stronger visual identity. While the Lillehammer sweater became a standout moment, each design in the decade blended tradition with a growing global stage, helping shape a new era of knitwear with lasting impact.
1992
Winter Olympics - Albertville, France.
1994
Winter Olympics - Lillehammer, Norway.
1998
Winter Olympics - Nagano, Japan.
2000's. Tradition Reimagined
Olympic sweaters in the early 2000s embraced modern tailoring and technical refinement. While traditional motifs remained central, each piece was updated for contemporary wear, seen in designs for Salt Lake City 2002 and Turin 2006.
2002
Winter Olympics - Salt Lake City, USA.
2006
Winter Olympics - Turin, Italy.
2010's. Heritage with a modern fit
This era blended timeless Norwegian patterns with improved shaping and modern wearability. Sweaters became not only symbols of Olympic tradition, but versatile garments designed for everyday use beyond the Games.
2010
Winter Olympics - Vancouver, Canada.
2014
Winter Olympics - Sochi, Russia.
2018
Winter Olympics - PyeongChang, South Korea.
2020's. Continuing the Legacy
With recent Olympic designs like Beijing 2022, Dale of Norway continues to evolve, honoring past patterns while exploring modern forms and details. Each sweater remains a reflection of timeless values, built to last into the next chapter of Olympic history.
2020/2021
Summer Olympics - Tokyo, Japan.
(2020 games held in 2021 due to the Corona pandemic).
2022
Winter Olympics - Beijing, China.
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