In-House Chelsea 2026 Retro 'Play Loud' Collection - 90s Inspired
- Collection Inspiration: Chelsea's new 'Play Loud' retro collection is inspired by the club's goalkeeper kits from the 1990s, specifically those worn by Dmitri Kharine and Frode Grodas.
- Items Included: The 'Play Loud' collection features 14 items, including t-shirts, polo shirts, jackets, hoodies, shorts, and joggers, all designed with a loose fit and the classic retro Chelsea crest to maintain a 1990s aesthetic.
- Availability: The Chelsea 2026 'Play Loud' collection is currently available for purchase on the club's official online store.
Three days ago, Chelsea launched a special retro collection called 'Play Loud'. The new in-house line is directly inspired by the club's goalkeeper kits from the 1990s.
Chelsea 2026 'Play Loud' Retro Collection
These images show the new Chelsea FC 'Play Loud' retro collection.
The in-house Chelsea 2026 'Play Loud' collection consists of 14 items, including t-shirts, polo shirts, jackets, hoodies, shorts, and joggers.
The designs pay tribute to former goalkeepers Dmitri Kharine and Frode Grodas by reimagining their distinct kit patterns into contemporary lifestyle apparel.
To maintain a true 1990s aesthetic, the items feature a loose fit and utilize the classic, retro Chelsea crest.
A prominent part of the collection is inspired by the yellow, black, and dark grey kit worn by Grodas during the 1997 FA Cup run. This pattern is applied to the first items in the collection, such as a polo shirt, a sweat top, a windbreaker, and shorts.
The collection also heavily references the 1993-1994 goalkeeper kits. Kharine’s 1994 home goalkeeper shirt is translated into a dark-colored t-shirt, hoodie, and shorts, complete with a prominent number '1' printed on the chest.
Furthermore, the orange and multicolored striped goalkeeper kit from that same season is adapted onto a white t-shirt, navy track jacket, joggers, and a matching hoodie.
In-House Chelsea 2026 Pensioners vs Play Loud Collections
The in-house Chelsea 2026 'Play Loud' collection is available now on the club's official online store.
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