"We've got plain kits and patterned kits, kits inspired by landmarks, kits inspired by stadiums, kits inspired by ancient civilizations and even kits created in collaboration with one of the greatest basketball stars of all time. There is also an inordinately high number of out-and-out, nostalgia-heavy, retro third-kit designs in the mix this season, with some hitting the mark more than others."
"Austrian side St. Pölten play in a blue jersey that has a very faint "zigzag" effect added to the material to lend a smidgen of dynamism to the proceedings. Unfortunately, all of that has been well and truly carpeted over with a wild array of sponsor logos, which has the unfortunate effect of making their players look -- more than usual -- like walking billboards. The away kit is just the same again, but in red."
Arsenal enter as defending champions and the UEFA Women's Champions League league phase begins Oct. 7 after eight clubs advanced through qualifying. Eighteen teams will compete, including major European clubs and several lesser-known sides. Kit selections cover home, away, and third options with inspirations from landmarks, stadiums, ancient civilizations, and a collaboration with a renowned basketball star. The season contains a notable number of nostalgia-driven retro third kits. Nearly 50 kit offerings are presented and ranked purely on aesthetic criteria, revealing both inventive designs and instances where sponsor clutter undermines subtle details.
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