AFC Bournemouth, known affectionately as the Cherries, is a football club with a fascinating footballing history that reflects their remarkable rise through the English football pyramid. Founded in 1890, the club have undergone a number of changes to their kit design, reflecting their journey from the lower levels of English football to the Premier League.
In the early years of its establishment, Bournemouth's kit was quite simple, often with dark colors such as black or navy. As they rose through the ranks, the club adopted the now iconic red and black stripes for their home kit, paying homage to their nickname, the Cherries. However, it was not until the mid-1970s that the distinctive red and black striped design became a permanent fixture in their matchwear options. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Bournemouth ran into financial difficulties, which resulted in less change in their kit design. The red and black stripes remain, but with different sponsors and manufacturers over the years.
In the 2000s, as the club began to rise up, they signed an agreement with Carbrini Sportswear, introducing sleek, modern designs while retaining the traditional red and black stripes. These kits have been warmly received by the fans as they symbolize the club's progress and success on the pitch.
Promotion to the Premier League during the 2014-15 season drew even more attention to Bournemouth's kit. They have partnered with JD Sports, which has seen an evolution in the design of their kits to meet the higher standards of the elite.
In the following seasons, the club continued to renew their kits while keeping the beloved red and black stripes. Various combinations of shorts and socks, along with the occasional third kit, give fans plenty of options to show their support for the Cherries.
In addition to the design, the club's crest has evolved over time, with the club's initials, a cherry tree and the iconic soccer ball being used in its early days.
In the early years of its establishment, Bournemouth's kit was quite simple, often with dark colors such as black or navy. As they rose through the ranks, the club adopted the now iconic red and black stripes for their home kit, paying homage to their nickname, the Cherries. However, it was not until the mid-1970s that the distinctive red and black striped design became a permanent fixture in their matchwear options. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Bournemouth ran into financial difficulties, which resulted in less change in their kit design. The red and black stripes remain, but with different sponsors and manufacturers over the years.
In the 2000s, as the club began to rise up, they signed an agreement with Carbrini Sportswear, introducing sleek, modern designs while retaining the traditional red and black stripes. These kits have been warmly received by the fans as they symbolize the club's progress and success on the pitch.
Promotion to the Premier League during the 2014-15 season drew even more attention to Bournemouth's kit. They have partnered with JD Sports, which has seen an evolution in the design of their kits to meet the higher standards of the elite.
In the following seasons, the club continued to renew their kits while keeping the beloved red and black stripes. Various combinations of shorts and socks, along with the occasional third kit, give fans plenty of options to show their support for the Cherries.
In addition to the design, the club's crest has evolved over time, with the club's initials, a cherry tree and the iconic soccer ball being used in its early days.
