Author Topic: Sochiâ€™s best and worst ice skating outfits (Read 3853 times)

islander · « **on:** February 23, 2014, 08:07:25 PM »

The skaters of Sochi wowed audiences across the world. Beyond the impressive moves on the ice, the artistry of the outfits became part of the show. Spainâ€™s Javier Fernandez took a risk with mustard yellow, ketchup red and knee socks at the Exhibition Gala -- but points for the superhero nod and cape. Click through to see more of the best and worst skating costumes at Sochi. (JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #1 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:08:37 PM »

This outfit on Canadaâ€™s Kristen Moore-Towers is just tutu much.( ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #2 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:10:25 PM »

Gracie Gold channels cool class in the graduated blues and sparkling accents of this high-necked number. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/MCT)

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islander · « **Reply #3 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:11:26 PM »

Gold looks adorable in anything and pulls off this glam-gangster getup. (AP Photo/Ivan Sekretarev)

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islander · « **Reply #4 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:12:18 PM »

The geek chic glasses, bow-tie and sweater vest works for Nelli Zhiganshina and Alexander Gazsi of Germany. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #5 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:13:05 PM »

Julia Lipnitskaia saved this all-red outfit for the exhibition gala. Itâ€™s sweet and simple. (James Lang-USA TODAY Sports)

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islander · « **Reply #6 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:13:53 PM »

We loved Adelina Sotnikova of Russia in this outfit. (Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #7 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:14:40 PM »

But the colors go wild on Sotnikovaâ€™s bird-of-paradise number. (Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports)

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islander · « **Reply #8 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:15:43 PM »

Impressive jeweled and embroidered accents on gold medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #9 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:21:58 PM »

Mae Berenice Meite of France opts for pants and a metallic top instead of the more traditional dress. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #10 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:22:21 PM »

Danielle Oâ€™Brien and Gregory Merriman of Australia pull off these playful blocks of color. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #11 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:23:04 PM »

The outfit on Franceâ€™s Pernelle Carron has overtones of early Madonna but it doesnâ€™t quite come together. (ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #12 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:23:51 PM »

This combo on Great Britainâ€™s Nicholas Buckland and Penny Coomes is too cool. (DAMIEN MEYER/AFP/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #13 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:24:33 PM »

The black swan outfits on Elena Ilinykh and Nikita Katsalopov of Russia are striking and cinematic. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #14 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:25:14 PM »

This feathered creation on Mao Asada of Japan is a true work of art. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #15 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:26:02 PM »

The colors are cool, but the off-the-shoulder design doesnâ€™t quite come together for Kanako Murakami of Japan. (Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #16 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:27:05 PM »

The plunging neckline and necklace on Kaetlyn Osmond of Canada takes a successful note from red carpet gowns.(Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #17 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:27:53 PM »

The simplicity works for the outfit on Elizaveta Ukolova of Czech Republic. (Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #18 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:28:29 PM »

Itâ€™s an overwhelming blend of colors and patchwork of Nathalie Pechalat and Fabian Bourzat of France.(Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #19 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:29:16 PM »

The outfit on Sara Hurtado of Spain deserves a special shout-out for the back. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #20 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:30:06 PM »

Anna Cappellini and Luca Lanotte of Italy chose a ruffle-heavy and busy outfit for their event. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #21 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:31:42 PM »

Polina Edmundsâ€™ choice successfully channels a Greek goddess. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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islander · « **Reply #22 on:** February 23, 2014, 08:32:53 PM »

Xintong Huang and Xun Zheng of China keep it simple but it is hard to stand out in gray on the ice. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

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