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A Fashion Expert and a Soccer Expert Had a Conversation About World Cup Kits

Hi Rory, it’s Vanessa.

As we gird ourselves for what may be the ultimate sports fashion show — the World Cup of kits — I have been struck by a few things that cry out for your opinion.

First, the odd, retro ’90s thing that seems to be going on with a lot of teams and their looks. What’s that about? Do the ’90s hold some special significance in the football imagination that I am missing?

And second, all the hype about the Nigeria kit selling out faster than a speeding Arjen Robben.

I admit: I like the home jersey a lot.