# History-Inspired Sportswear The Umbro Icons Re-Issue Collection pays Homage to Classic Silhouettes By Julian | Published 2012-02-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/history-inspired-sportswear References: [whoateallthepies](http://www.whoateallthepies.tv/kits/108239/icons-reissued-umbro-roll-out-the-vintage-classics-including-sweet-replica-of-englands-1970-world-cup-shirt.html) & [umbro](http://www.umbro.com/) The [Umbro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90sinspired-soccer-collection) 'Icons Re-Issue' collection celebrates Umbro's long-standing football history, providing football kits for the [England](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/over-the-pitch) team ever since the World Cup was won on home soil back in 1966. To commemorate its rich football history and stylish sportswear heritage, a collection of history-inspired sportswear was created. The four featured garments are a stitch-for-stitch recreation of four of the brand's most iconic pieces. The Umbro Icons Re-Issue collection pays homage to four classic silhouettes which signify Umbro’s reputation for creating smart football clothing. Featured in the [history-inspired sportswear collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-originals-x-bape) are the the ’66 Anthem Jacket, worn by Sir Alf Ramsey (England manager who helped the team lift the country’s first World Cup); the Mexico ’70 Jersey, worn by the team when they played eventual winners Brazil, in what is regarded as one of the best World Cup tournaments ever; the Taped Track Jacket, a garment which signified a new movement in sportswear branding; and last but not least the Drill Top, a seminal piece of clothing that reigned supreme in England during the '90s. These four history-inspired sportswear pieces, an exact recreation of the original, ooze history and are available from [http://www.umbro.com](http://www.umbro.com). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **History-inspired Sportswear:** The trend of history-inspired sportswear offers opportunities for brands to celebrate their heritage and create unique collections. - **Recreating Classic Silhouettes:** The trend of recreating classic silhouettes allows brands to tap into nostalgia and offer customers a sense of familiarity with modern designs. - **Nostalgic Branding:** The trend of nostalgic branding enables brands to connect with consumers emotionally by evoking memories and iconic moments from the past. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore history-inspired sportswear to create unique collections that resonate with customers. - **Sportswear:** The sportswear industry can capitalize on the trend of recreating classic silhouettes to offer customers a blend of retro designs and modern functionality. - **Marketing and Advertising:** The marketing and advertising industry can leverage nostalgic branding to create compelling campaigns that evoke emotions and resonate with consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Old-School Soccer Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90sinspired-soccer-collection.md) - [Anniversary-Commemorating Jersey Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/over-the-pitch.md) - [80s Football-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-team-dressers.md) - [Manchester Street Legacy Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/northern-quarter.md) - [Collaboration Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crossover-collection.md) - [Co-Branded Athleisure Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbro-4.md) - [Sustainable Sports Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undyed.md) - [Iconic Goal-Celebrating Soccer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manchester-city-soccer-apparel.md) - [Football Replica Shirt Publications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/football-replica-shirt.md)