Like many, my husband spends a significant amount of time cheering on the Buffalo Bills every year. Conversely, I spend much time figuring out what to wear come game day. To me, almost as thrilling as the game itself are the seemingly endless ways fans can show their support through their style.Â
Some supporters go with a less is more approach—going shirtless and painting their chests in team colors (bold, artsy). While others wear classic Zubaz pants and a hoodie (traditional, comfy). I love seeing a cool vintage hat or tee myself.
Yet, what’s even more spirited if you ask me, is wearing fan gear handmade right here in Buffalo. We are cheering for the home team, after all. From preseason to the Super Bowl, there is something for everyone.
Level up the kicks
For the sneaker collector and warmer months, you can’t go wrong investing in a pair of Buffalo Zubaz sneakers from Threaded & Laced. Based in Lewiston, owner Kayley Oddo specially crafts each of her sneakers by hand. Starting with a Nike shoe base, she uses a hand-cranked industrial sewing machine to design each Bills-themed shoe from custom-cut leather. Available in women’s sizing, men’s custom orders can be made by request.Â
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$195
Comfy classics
For a versatile layering piece with some MTV-era flair, consider adding the I Want My WNY t-shirt to your game-day wardrobe. Designed by Buff-a-logo and screen printed by hand at their Tonawanda studio, this breathable shirt is available in four styles (from tank top to hoodie) with sizing from x-small to 3XL. You also can’t go wrong with a comfy Marching Buffalo graphic t-shirt or hoodie, hand-screen printed by Buffalo-based Loyal T Company. This custom design features a cartoon buffalo marching with a football and waving a Buffalo flag.Â
$25-$40
$25-$50
Sign support
More of an accessories person? Bring a Let’s Go Buffalo pennant from Oxford Pennant to wherever you watch the Bills. It’s designed, cut, and sewn in downtown Buffalo and makes a super fun prop as the game starts to heat up.
$28
Go big or go home
You can also never go wrong with a hat to keep you warm in the winter like the Water Buffalo Club hat. Measuring 9 inches tall, this impressive piece from the Water Buffalo Club is handmade by talented artisans from Stitch Buffalo with luxury shag fur. It’s available in a range of colors and horn prints to create your signature look. And don’t worry, the hat can also be folded inward so you won’t block anyone’s view of the game.
$165
