Okay, here’s my attempt to channel that blog post vibe, talking about Ohio State’s all-black uniforms:
Alright folks, let me tell you about this whole Ohio State all-black uniform thing. I’ve been messing around with design software lately, kinda just seeing what I can do, and the thought popped into my head: What if the Buckeyes went full stealth mode?
So, first things first, I fired up my trusty design program. I’m no pro, mind you, just a hobbyist, so I mostly just poke around until something looks kinda right.
Step 1: The Jersey
Started with the jersey. Obviously, black as night. I messed around with different shades, trying to find that perfect deep black that wouldn’t look faded or cheap. Then I played around with the scarlet and gray. Do I keep them? Do I ditch them completely? I even thought about adding some faint gray patterns in the background, almost like a subtle camo thing. I spent a good hour just fiddling with the jersey alone. Eventually, I decided that very very subtle scarlet accents on the shoulders looked the best – just a hint of color to show off the scarlet.
Step 2: The Pants
Pants were easier. Black. Done. Nah, not really. I had to make sure the black matched the jersey, which, believe it or not, is harder than it sounds. Little variations in the shade can make a big difference. I thought about a scarlet stripe down the side, but it felt too much. Sticking with the stealth theme, I decided to keep them clean. Just plain black pants.
Step 3: The Helmet
- Okay, the helmet. This was the tricky part.
- Do I go matte black? Glossy black? What about the buckeye leaf stickers?
- I considered blacking out the buckeye leaves, making them a super dark gray, almost invisible. That looked kinda cool.
Ultimately, I settled on a matte black helmet with a very subtle scarlet outline around the buckeye leaves. You almost wouldn’t notice it unless you were up close. I messed with the facemask, too. Black felt too generic. I tried a dark gray, almost gunmetal color, and I think that worked well. Gave it a bit of an edge. Then, to finish it off, I added a little block “O” on the back of the helmet, again in that subtle scarlet outline.
The Whole Package
Putting it all together, it actually looked pretty sick. All-black, sleek, and mean. I even mocked up a few different variations with different shades of black and different placement of the scarlet accents. It was a fun little project, and I learned a few things about color palettes and design software along the way.
Would I want to see the Buckeyes actually wear these? Honestly, I’m torn. The traditional uniforms are iconic. But it’s fun to imagine, right? Maybe for a special occasion? Who knows! Anyway, that’s my little uniform design adventure for the day. What do you guys think? Should they rock the all-black?
