Carry the Torch
Your patient wait is coming to an end… the Summer Olympics are finally here after four long years!
Oh the pride, the pageantry, the drama… we love it all. Remember when Kerri Strug landed her vault on one leg!? Or when McKayla Maroney was not impressed after landing on her butt? How about Michael Phelps becoming the most decorated olympian of all time? He’s back for round 5, despite being so old only 31!
Mark your calendar for 8pm Eastern Time on Friday, August 5th when the Opening Ceremony for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games will be broadcasted from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Although some things about Rio make it seem less than prepared, you can bet the US Olympic Team will be. And there’s no better way to watch Team USA win bronze, silver, and gold than hosting watch parties with friends!
You still have solo cups left over from the fourth, right? Let’s fill ‘em up!
CLOTHES + ACCESSORIES
Admit it, you feel an uncontrollable surge of patriotism when they start that anthem. Do you sing along? Are your friends going to watch you singing along in a yellow tree shirt? To avoid a fail like that, go a little nuts with some of our favs to rep our Team!
1. Ralph Lauren Team USA Patterned Windbreaker ($297.50)
2. American Flag Dress ($29.99) YASSS!
3. Team USA Tri-Blend Tank Top ($26.99)
4. Nike Team USA Stadium Tempo Shorts ($39.99)
5. Polo Team USA 2016 Olympics Bucket Hat ($59.50)
6. SWATCH Rio All Around Watch ($120.00)
DECORATIONS
We know, you’re really happy with how that plant by the window adds just enough green to your otherwise white living room, and splashy color just isn’t necessarily your thing, but IT’S TIME TO UP YOUR GAME! Your party won’t give off the right dose of America + Sports = Awesome if all that’s on your wall is that “Sleepless in Seattle” poster that, let’s face it, you’re a little too old for now anyways. Here are some suggestions to get you’re wheels going:
1. International Flag Party Supplies ($1.99+)
2. International Flag Whirls ($4.65)
3. Tissue Torch ($2.99)
4. Olympic Games Can Coozies ($8.99)
5. Olympic Rings ($6.40)
6. Summer Games Pennant Banner ($4.99)
BRAZIL DECORATIONS
Brazil is known for being festive, and never more so than during the annual Carnival celebration. Even if you can’t samba like the reigning Carnival Queen, you can still share some pride and celebrate the host country. Be sure to sip some delicious Watermelon Caipirinhas and eat some Passion Fruit Mousse while you celebrate.
1. Rio de Janeiro Olympic Flag ($14.99)
2. Brazilian Flag Toothpicks ($3.95)
3. Confetti Wands ($4.99)
FUN + GAMES
Seeing feats of grace and athleticism will no doubt get you and your fellow revelers in the mood for competition. Is beer pong a sport? Some people sure treat it like one! And even if the most athletic thing you do these days is fight your way into a crowded subway train, there will be something here to help you feel like a winner… of quality champagne.
1. Team USA Shot Glass ($6.99)
2. Team USA Nike Prestige Soccer Ball ($34.99)
3. Pumponator Water Balloon Filling Station ($15.00)
4. International Games Mini Flying Rings ($6.99)
5. Corn Hole Bean Bag Toss Game Set ($108.99)
6. Ring Toss Game Set ($26.99)
7. Dry-Erase Board (for score keeping, Duh!) ($3.31)
8. Winner’s Medals ($4.50)
OTHER
Even though this might be the year to stay home, if you know someone who is making the trip to Rio, wish them good luck with one of these gifts:
1. Team USA Capri Stripes Tote Bag ($24.99)
2. Team USA RIO Beach Towel ($60.00)
3. Metal Travel Mug ($15.99)
