# Ocean Plastic Sport Jerseys The Parley x adidas Soccer Jerseys are Made from Recycled Plastic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-04-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soccer-jerseys References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2017/4/mls-eco-friendly-adidas-parley-kits) Developed in partnership with the [MLS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-mls), the [Parley](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4dfwd-1) x adidas soccer jerseys are an all-new lineup of uniforms that are crafted from an unlikely material: ocean waste. The Parley x adidas jerseys are set to be worn by teams from New York City, LA Galaxy Orlando City and Seattle Sounders. The Parley x adidas jerseys come as a development for Earth Day celebrations as part of MLS's [Green Goals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoconscious-hair-removal) initiative to be unveiled by players on Sunday, April 23. The Parley x adidas soccer jerseys boast a white and gray color scheme that is entirely crafted from recycled ocean waste plastic. This comes as the second collaboration between the brands after last year's sneakers and jersey creations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ocean Waste Recycling:** The use of recycled ocean waste materials in creating sport jerseys presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in sustainable fashion. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The collaboration between Parley and adidas to create jerseys from recycled ocean plastic showcases the growing trend of sustainable fashion in the sports industry. - **Collaborative Partnerships:** The partnership between Parley, adidas, and the MLS highlights the trend of collaborative efforts for sustainable initiatives in professional sports. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The incorporation of recycled ocean waste in sport jerseys introduces a disruptive innovation opportunity in sustainable fashion. - **Sports:** The use of eco-friendly materials in sport jerseys demonstrates a potential disruptive innovation opportunity in the sports industry for eco-conscious consumers. - **Environmental Sustainability:** The collaboration between Parley, adidas, and the MLS promotes environmental sustainability and presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in industries focused on eco-friendly practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage Sportswear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-mls.md) - [Sea-Awareness Sustainable Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshall-islands-soccer-federation.md) - [Hand-Embroidered Jersey Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/someone-somewhere.md) - [Bespoke Jersey Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-kit-collection.md) - [Sustainable 3D-Printed Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4dfwd-1.md) - [Soccer Jersey-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciagas-soccer-series.md) - [Italian International Football Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-international-football-jersey.md) - [Floating Recycled Tennis Courts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parley-and-adidas.md) - [Temperature-Sensing Soccer Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coors-light-chill-jersey.md)