# Celebratory Smartwatch Bands Apple's International Collection Sport Loops Celebrate the Olympics By Josh Thompson-Persaud | Published 2021-06-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-collection-sport-loop References: [macrumors](https://www.macrumors.com/2021/06/29/apple-watch-sport-loop-bands-countries/) & [apple](https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MXTQ2AM/A/40mm-australia-international-collection-sport-loop) Ahead of the delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympics, [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-pride-collection) [Watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-sport-band) wearers can now pick up an International Collection Sport Loop to bear the colors of their favorite country. The new set of sport bands, which come in both 40mm and 44mm variants, are themed versions of Apple's classic Sport Loop. The International Collection Sport Loops have a double-layer nylon weave that is water-resistant, breathable, and secure. Additionally, the hook-and-loop fastener on the back makes on-the-go adjustments effortless. The International Collection Sport Loops come in the colors of 22 countries from around the world. The list includes Australia, Belgium, South Africa, the USA, Canada, Great Britain, and many more. In addition, each country represented by the International Collection Sport Loops comes with a custom downloadable watch face to complete the look. Image Credit: Mac Rumors ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Celebratory Smartwatch Bands:** The trend of creating sport loop smartwatch bands in the colors of countries for international events. - **Personalized Wearable Accessories:** The trend of offering customizable and themed wearable accessories to consumers. - **Global Event Themed Merchandise:** The trend of creating merchandise specifically themed for international events and global celebrations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can offer personalized and themed accessories to consumers. - **Sports Merchandise:** The sports merchandise industry can create event-themed merchandise for international events such as the Olympics. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessories industry can benefit from partnering up with international events and offering custom-made themed accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Confetti-Style Pride Month Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-pride-edition-sport-band.md) - [Pride Month Technology Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-pride-collection.md) - [Paris Olympics Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paris-2024-collection.md) - [Prideful Modernist Tech Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-2025-pride-collection.md) - [Premium Smartwatch Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-smartwatch-bands.md) - [Sleek Watch Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stainless-steel-apple.md) - [Luxury Smartwatch Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/series-11.md) - [Silicone Eco-Friendly Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexi-bands.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Smartwatch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-sport-band-glow.md)