Como 1907 has officially unveiled its new third kit for the 2025–26 season, continuing a now-recognizable tradition built around a sleek black base. Designed by Adidas under the creative direction of Rhuigi Villaseñor, the jersey blends fashion-forward aesthetics with football heritage, offering a refined reinterpretation of the club’s visual identity. The result is a piece that stands out both on and off the pitch, crafted with care, structure and a distinct Lake Como sensibility.
Design and Technical Features
The 2025–26 third shirt arrives in a deep black base, elevated by striking orange detailing that adds clarity and contrast. The most eye-catching feature is the subtle checkerboard jacquard pattern woven into the fabric, giving the shirt both texture and depth without overpowering its minimalist palette.
A structured orange collar with a button closure sets this jersey apart from Como’s home and away kits, which feature simpler round necklines. The classic Adidas Three Stripes run across the shoulders in the same vivid orange tone, reinforcing the kit’s cohesive look. On the chest sits a refreshed interpretation of the club crest—a stylized, architectural shield rendered entirely in orange. This design draws from historical Como iconography, including the club’s vintage shield shape and its iconic double wave motif.
Completing the look is a new front-of-shirt sponsor for this specific kit: Revolut, replacing Uber, which appears on the home and away versions. The overall aesthetic balances sharp modernity with subtle nods to tradition, aligning with Villaseñor’s vision of creating pieces that are both sartorial and sport-ready.
History and Inspiration
Though the club has introduced several black third kits in recent seasons, this edition marks a clear evolution in concept and craftsmanship. Villaseñor, known for blending high-fashion sensibilities with athletic wear, has guided Como’s creative direction by drawing inspiration from the region’s architectural elegance and its design culture.
The reimagined crest is particularly significant. Rather than using the official club badge, the third shirt’s emblem revisits a retro-influenced shield shape reminiscent of Como’s earlier eras, subtly embedding historical continuity into a modern framework. The double wave element—symbolic of Lake Como—acts as a visual bridge between past and present. The checkerboard jacquard also nods to traditional textile craftsmanship, a reference consistent with the fashion-driven approach underpinning the club’s recent branding journey.
Usage and Debut
Como presented the new third kit across its official social media channels, accompanied by a visual campaign in line with the club’s elevated design strategy. The jersey is already available for purchase and is expected to make its on-pitch debut in upcoming league fixtures.
The black-and-orange combination was recently previewed when Como wore a similar aesthetic in a match against Inter, also developed under Villaseñor’s creative influence. The 2025–26 version formalizes that style direction into a fully realized official kit.
Did You Know?
- This is one of the few Como kits in recent years to feature a crest redesign exclusively for a single shirt, not for the entire club brand system.
- The buttoned collar is unique to the third kit and does not appear on the 2025–26 home (azure) or away (white) shirts.
- The move from Uber to Revolut as the front sponsor further differentiates this jersey from the rest of the season’s lineup.
- The jacquard checkerboard pattern is woven—not printed—giving the shirt a premium tactile feel that aligns with Villaseñor’s fashion-driven concept for the club.
