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Uniforms serve many purposes: they can provide safety, set a dress code, help with sports performance, or show team spirit. Most of the time, we think of them as neutral or even serious. What we don’t usually expect is for them to be funny.

And that’s what makes these so great. From playful designs that were made to amuse to awkward outfits that had no such intention, these uniforms have one thing in common—they’ll make you laugh. Scroll down to check them out and see which one is your personal favorite.

#1 Police In Montreal Are Refusing To Wear Their Work Pants As A Part Of A Labor Dispute

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#2 Winner For World’s Best Running Outfit

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#3 The Mexican Ski Team Uniforms

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From schools to sports teams, most of us see uniforms every day. They’re a way to bring people together, whether it’s to show team spirit or simply signal that you belong to a certain group.

We’re so used to them that we don’t think twice about their presence, though plenty of kids will tell you about the urge to rebel against them. But where did the whole idea of wearing a uniform even come from?

#4 The Uniforms For The Canadian Supreme Court Makes The Judges Look Like Santa Clauses In Training

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#5 My School Requires A Full Suit And Tie Dress Code. However A Coat Is Allowed In The Winter

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#6 Norway’s Olympic Curling Team Uniform For 2014

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Valentine Robin, CEO of AKHO, a French brand that creates exclusive uniforms, wrote a fascinating piece on the history of this clothing staple. Here’s a quick walk through the timeline she laid out, with some surprising stops along the way.

The very first uniforms go back to antiquity. Ancient armies dressed their soldiers in specific outfits to make different units easy to recognize on the battlefield.

Think of the Roman legions: their armor, insignia, and tunics didn’t just protect them, they also made it clear who ranked where and who served under the emperor.

Even back then, uniforms stood for discipline, unity, and loyalty.

#7 Best Kind Of Wrestling Uniform

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#8 I Am A Man In Uniform With A Degree, And Single

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#9 Finally A Place I Want To Work At

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In the Middle Ages, uniforms were mostly seen in two areas: religion and warfare.

Monks and priests wore distinctive garments that marked their order, with colors and cuts tied to vows of poverty, obedience, or silence.

Meanwhile, knights carried coats of arms on their shields and armor, serving the same purpose as military uniforms—both practical protection and a clear way to tell friend from foe in battle.

#10 I Spent Most Of My Highschool Career Working At Sonic Instead Of Playing Sports

I thought it would be funny to wear a Sonic uniform instead of a Letterman’s jacket for my senior picture. So that happened… 2001

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#11 Officer On Deck

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#12 “For Twin Day You And One Of Your Classmate Can Dress In The Same Clothes” This Is What Was Waiting For Me In My Classroom This Morning

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By the Renaissance, things became more standardized.

Europe’s first modern armies adopted consistent uniforms to keep troops organized. Under Louis XIV, France took the lead in making uniforms mandatory for soldiers, and soon other nations followed.

#13 An International Uniform

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#14 Don’t Say You Know Competitive Race Walking If You Don’t Know Who This Is

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#15 I Was Asked To Be The Example Of “What Not To Wear” For Our Companies New Dress Code Policy. How Did I Do?

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But uniforms weren’t only for armies or monks.

By the 18th and 19th centuries, they spread to civilian life too. Industrialization brought more jobs that required a recognizable outfit—mail carriers, firefighters, train drivers, and especially police officers, who wore uniforms to create authority and trust.

Schools also picked up the idea, particularly in England, where uniforms were seen as a way to promote equality among students.

#16 Throwback Toronto Maple Leafs Uniforms

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#17 This Wrestling Singlet Is A Little Too Handsy

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#18 The Mayor Of Constanta City

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Interestingly, the roots of school uniforms actually stretch further back than the 19th century.

The Christ’s Hospital School in London introduced one in 1552—a long blue coat paired with bright yellow socks. Believe it or not, students at that same school still wear a very similar version today.

#19 Flight Attendant Uniforms From 1966

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#20 The Christian Universal Ministry Basketball Team Could’ve Put A Little More Thought Into Their Jersey Design

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#21 Swiss Guard Halberdier

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Fast forward to the 20th century, and uniforms started changing in a big way. They became more functional and comfortable, but also more symbolic.

Companies realized they weren’t just workwear, they were a way to communicate identity and values. In restaurants, uniforms were designed to enhance the customer experience. Airlines hired top fashion designers to create elegant looks for their staff, tying brand image to style.

#22 Every Friday, I Dress Our Family Dog In A Funny Costume And Put A Picture In My Kids Lunch Boxes To Brighten Their Day. This Week, The Dog Is Wearing Their School Uniform

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#23 When You Got The Perfect Mustache For Your Work Outfit

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#24 Maybe My Craziest Find Yet!!!! A 1970s Mcdonald’s Uniform Dress!

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Today, uniforms are everywhere. Some are sleek and sophisticated, others are practical and no-nonsense. And yes—sometimes they’re downright funny. Maybe that’s not such a bad thing either. After all, if a uniform can make people smile, that’s another kind of team spirit.

#25 Minor League Hockey Team In Muskegon, Mi Unveils “Beach Night” Uniforms

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#26 My Brother’s New Rugby Uniform

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#27 1970s Post Office Uniform

Hello! You may remember me as the guy who dresses vintage every single day. I don’t even make exceptions for work. I spent the last year as a letter carrier of the post office and you better believe I sourced historic uniforms! Also during this time a did some incredible deep dives to learn about the history of this fashionable working class uniform. I am considering making multiple posts about the history of this uniform, let me know if you’d like to know more about anything!!