Better known for catwalk couture rather than a muddy football pitch, designer Giorgio Armani has entered the field of soccer through a new deal with Chelsea Football Club. Under the three-year agreement, Armani will create the club’s new official suits for the entire first team squad, management and backroom staff. 

The team’s new off-field wardrobe comprises a single-breasted, two-button navy blue crease resistant lightweight wool gabardine suit, with flat-front, straight-legged trousers and a fitted jacket with pronounced ‘Roman’ shoulder line. These will be worn with pale blue cotton shirts from the Armani Napoli range. Players will also get a new club tie, a navy blue polo shirt, which can be worn as an alternative to shirt and tie, a dark brown mock croc belt and brown suede half boots.