We are thrilled to announce that Magnolia has been crowned the winner of the Footy Headlines x Kit Creator x NI Clasico "Kit Generations Vol. 1: The Greatest Generation" competition with a unique AC Milan design.
Magnolia's winning entry is a classic AC Milan shirt featuring the iconic red and black stripes but with mud added to the shirt for a truly unique feel. He was inspired by the famous Milan kit by a boy from South Sudan, which is displayed at the Milan Museum.
Final Rankings
GOLD (1st Place): Magnolia - AC Milan inspired design
SILVER (2nd Place): FKC Premier League - FC Barcelona 125th anniversary concept (1899-2024)
BRONZE (Tied 3rd Place): stevezz - Black cross-pattern design with ornate detailing, for AC Milan
BRONZE (Tied 3rd Place): MixelsFan08 - Purple Fiorentina-inspired classic
Prize Package
As the competition winner, Magnolia will receive:
- A 50 GBP voucher from NI Clasico, the independent vintage football shirt retailer
- A one-year Plus Ultimate membership for FIFA Kit Creator
What's Next?
Following the success of "Kit Generations Vol. 1," we're excited to announce that Volume 2 is already in planning, with a new theme to be announced soon. Stay tuned to Footy Headlines and FIFA Kit Creator for the official announcement and details on how to participate.
Footy Headlines and Kit Creator have kicked off their newly announced partnership with NI Clasico through their first competition titled "Kit Generations Vol. 1: The Greatest Generation." The competition challenges designers to create classic-inspired football kits featuring the iconic lace-tie collar design.
Enter Now: Kit Generations Vol. 1
Kit Creator x NI Clasico x Footy Headlines Partner for New Kit Design Competition Series
Kit Generations Vol. 1: The Greatest Generation
The inaugural competition invites participants to design an outfield kit for any club team, drawing inspiration from football's old era when many football kits had collars. Designers can base their creations on either the Germany 1954 or Manchester United 1993-95 home kit templates, both featuring the distinctive lace-tie collar.
Competition Rules and Guidelines:
- Designs must be for club teams only (national teams excluded)
- A lace-tie collar is mandatory
- No branding or sponsor logos allowed
- Official sleeve badges are optional
- All colors are permitted for creative freedom
The winner will receive a £50 voucher for NI Clasico's vintage football shirt collection, Belfast's specialist vintage football shirt retailer that, of course, also sells online. Additionally, the winning designer will be awarded a one-year Plus Ultimate membership courtesy of Footy Headlines.
This competition represents the first in a series of planned collaborations between Kit Creator, NI Clasico, and Footy Headlines, aiming to celebrate football kit heritage while encouraging modern creative interpretations.
Enter Now: Kit Generations Vol. 1
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