QPR NYC the Podcast
New Jersey, Old Jerseys (with John Devlin) - A QPR Kit Korner Special
International break means no games to cover or preview, but at QPR NYC The Podcast, we've still got you covered. This week, we're getting shirty! Our kit officianado Ant, and Dun are joined by a very special guest, renowned football kit expert John Devlin, author and illustrator behind the celebrated True Colours book series and the excellent Hoops Through History. John has dedicated his life to documenting the evolution of football shirt design, from classic club kits of the 1980s and 90s to historic international strips. His True Colours book series are the definitive guide to club and international kits. Hoops Through History traces the history of Queens Park Rangers kits; from the University Blues halved shirt at our origins, through the Celtic-influenced years of green and white through to the iconic blue and white hoops that are intrinsic to our identity. John's work on the book really gave him an insight into what the hoops means to our identity and it has left a lasting impression on him. "In all my years of illustrating and writing about football kits I honestly don’t think I’ve come across a club whose supporters have such a fond attachment and pride in their home strip. It’s an integrity the club also uphold with all designs coming from the club themselves and their deep understanding of just what those hoops mean." It was such a privilege to speak with him about our kit history, the book and his passion for kit design. We hope you enjoy this as much as we enjoyed speaking with John.
