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Fans gathered around the Olympic medalist to criticize the famous fashion house’s design.

The internet is buzzing, and Simone Biles is leading the charge, echoing what many fans have already expressed-Team USA’s Olympic outfits, designed by Ralph Lauren, have missed the mark again.

In the recently released Netflix docu-series Simone Biles Rising, both Biles and fellow gymnast Jordan Chiles voiced their discontent with the much-debated opening ceremony look, sparking a wave of reactions across social media.

In the series, Biles was caught in a candid moment while trying on the outfit, struggling to “see the vision” behind the ensemble. “It’s giving British boarding school,” Biles joked, faking an English accent and quipping, “Let me get on my horse!”

Chiles joined in on the fun, but it was clear both athletes were underwhelmed by the denim-and-blazer combo intended to channel a “timelessly American” aesthetic. Biles summed it up perfectly, saying, “You know when you put on an outfit, and it’s just really not it?”

Fans rip Ralph Lauren apart
Netizens were quick to jump on the athletes’ criticism, feeling validated that their favorite gymnasts shared their disappointment. One fan humorously commented on X (formerly Twitter), “@RalphLauren you will pay for these jeans.”

Another joked about the Netflix scene where a tailor tried to convince Biles the outfit looked “cute.” “And the tailor just lied her face off,” the user quipped, capturing the lighthearted but genuine frustration among fans.

The backlash doesn’t stop at aesthetics-fans also criticized the lack of creativity in Ralph Lauren’s designs, with some calling for new designers to represent Team USA. “It’s time to drop Ralph Lauren,” one comment read.

“There are so many better, more diverse American designers!” Many feel that the brand’s repeated reliance on patriotic themes, like bold American flags and structured blazers, has become stale and out of touch with modern fashion.

Fans also pointed out that the fit of the jeans was part of the problem. “Slim-fit or form-fitting jeans would’ve complemented the blazer better,” one fan noted, arguing that a more tailored style would have aligned with the athletes’ physiques and elevated the look.

As Biles, Chiles, and fans collectively express their discontent, it’s clear that Team USA’s fashion choices for the Paris Olympics have fallen flat. With athletes and netizens alike calling for change, perhaps it’s time for Team USA to pass the torch to fresh designers who can bring a more inclusive, modern edge to Olympic fashion.