New Orleans Saints Merchandise buying guide

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1 Monday Night Mayhem
2 Hats, Hats, Hats
3 Ladies Locker
4 New Orleans' Ordeal
5 Related Guides
6 External Links

New Orleans Saints Merchandise

The New Orleans Saints, based in Louisiana, has been a much-talked about team in the past decade, generated by an intriguing history in the National Football League. Although this NFC team has received tremendous national attention from its fans and from the media, it has yet to play in a Super Bowl (along with the Cleveland Browns, the Detroit Lions, the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Houston Texans) and has struggled to gain playoff status each season. However, the Saints' determination and perseverance is about to pay off in the 2009 season as they steamroll over opposing teams in their schedule.

New Orleans' had battled to get on its feet after its establishment in professional football in 1967, and it wasn't until the 1980's that they experienced a season with more wins than losses. Since then, they've fluctuated between winning and losing seasons, making the Saints one of those highly undependable teams in the NFL and lacking a large following. However, due to the disaster of Hurricane Katrina and the united front that New Orleans fans and other helpful individuals extended to those affected by the calamity, the 2005 Saints captivated a huge audience of loyal fans and became a national icon for professional sports (see New Orleans' Ordeal below). This alliance of dedicated fans have continued to fervently support the Saints through their mediocre seasons in '06, '07 and '08, selling out every home game (a large feat for such a small metro area). As the Saints blast their way through the 2009 season, fans have become louder and rowdier, and the black and gold colors abound all over the nation on game nights. With the Saints raking in the wins, it's a good a time as ever to bolster your wardrobe with New Orleans gear and sport your team pride with fervor on Monday nights (still the most aggressive and energetic of game nights). Check out what the fans are wearing this season, and get your New Orleans football outfit today.

Monday Night Mayhem

Monday Night Football is a well-known tradition in professional football as a night to 'let your hair down' and support your team without worrying about attracting unwanted stares (because all football aficionados will be doing the same thing!). Stock your closet with some of the below essentials to make your Monday nights particularly memorable.

Jerseys: Team jerseys have been the most recognizable way to support one's team. They continue to be extremely popular among the more devoted fans, and are often a beacon to symbolize your level of dedication. Some of the more frequently seen jerseys are as follows.

Drew Brees --Starting quarterback for the Saints, Brees has had a phenomenal 2009 season and continues to shine on the field. Brees has had his career ups and downs despite his solid record, and had previously played for the San Diego Chargers.

Jeremy Shockey --A vivacious and spirited tight end, Shockey is known for his aggressive play and quick temper. He played for the New York Giants from 2002 through the 2008 season.

Marques Colston --Considered as the Saints go-to wide receiver, Colston started for the Saints his rookie year in the NFL and has made a significant difference on the field.

Reggie Bush --A very popular and well-known impact player, Reggie Bush has seen some downtime recently due to a decrease in performance caused by a knee injury. Bush was a tremendous college player and exploded into the NFL with endorsements rivaling those of Peyton Manning (Indianapolis Colts).

Ladies jerseys--The team jersey market has seen an influx in women's shirts as females become more and more involved in professional sports as fans and as athletes themselves. Women's jersey varietals are generally reduced to selling the most popular ones, such as Drew Brees and Reggie Bush.

Warm Weather: At the beginning of the football season, Louisiana experiences exceptional humidity and heat and its locals dress minimally to stay cool. There is a huge variety of New Orleans Saints t-shirts to choose from for the warmer weather, so here are a few trendy suggestions to get your search going: Black Heart and Soul T-shirts, Throwback T-shirts, and a Black Stunner T-shirt.

Cold Weather: The mild winters in Louisiana certainly don't keep football fans away, especially when they bundle up for the chilly outdoor games. If you're getting the shivers as well, try covering yourself with a sweatshirt or jacket to stay warm.

Hats, Hats, Hats

If you're seeking to top your outfit with a New Orleans baseball cap, you have plenty of choices, since hats are some of the most popular football accessories (even for the professional players). Check out some of these fun additions to your Saints wardrobe.

The dull gold of the Saints is an interesting color, and matching one of these Flex Hats with your New Orleans shirt makes for a composed combination.

Base your hat with black--a neutral, but classy color--and with gold undertones, like this draft hat for a look that's a little less loud but still fun.

If you're looking for a different touch on your normal cap, these flat-billed styles might be what you're looking for.

Hat designs are numerous for professional sports teams, ranging from team colors to completely original, like a gray plaid hat.

Visors tend to be more popular among the ladies, but guys can pull off this look as well, especially with a neutral color (black always works!).

Ladies Locker

As mentioned before, women are becoming more and more absorbed in the sports world. With this shift comes a change in marketing that allows women to have a much larger variety of team paraphernalia. For those ladies sports fans out there, spread out your shopping money to include some of these trendy items.

This 3/4 length shirt is a fun product to own since it works well in the cooler weather without having to tote around a light jacket as well.

For those cooler months at the end of football season, don some heavier clothes to keep from getting the chills, like this fleece hoody.

When the sun is beating down on game day, take out your Saints tank top to bronze those shoulders and stay on the cooler side.

If you're searching for t-shirts this season, go for a fun style, like a Reebok split-neck shirt or a sequined logo tee.

Looking to support your team after hours? There are a variety of comfortable pajama pants and shorts to add some fun to your PJ's.

New Orleans' Ordeal

The effects of Hurricane Katrina's damage were far-reaching across the United States: it didn't have quite the effect that 9/11 did on the US (clearly), but it was enough to be labeled a major issue for our nation. Katrina layed waste to Louisiana, killing thousands of people (both directly and indirectly) and displacing thousands more. To help mediate the situation, the Saints offered their home-base--the Superdome--to house the currently displaced individuals and families. The Saint's 2005 season marked a wandering, homeless year for New Orleans as the Superdome was reconstructed, but other professional teams rose to the occasion to temporarily house the stranded Saints. The New York Giants opened their home to the Saints for New Orleans' first "home game" and other local teams invited the Saints to use their facilities as well. As the nation watched the domino effect of Katrina's aftermath, people's hearts went out to all involved individuals, including the Saints. Football fans who were continuously on the border of following the Saints were now whole-hearted, dedicated fans. Even avid Saints haters tuned down their dislike to demonstrate their support for the affected team, while steadfast New Orleans fans became all the more resolute.

Hurricane Katrina left a sturdy dent in the nation's confidence, and groups representing the area still gain significant support and attention from concerned citizens. As New Orleans continues it's uphill climb to normalcy once again, the Saints are also experiencing a fierce comeback. At the risk of sounding cliche, the tremendous strides that the Saints have taken to rise to the top of the NFL seems to represent a critical stage in the nation's healing process after Hurricane Katrina.

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The dull gold of the Saints is an interesting color, and matching one of these Flex Hats with your New Orleans shirt makes for a composed combination.	Base your hat with black--a neutral, but classy color--and with gold undertones, like this draft hat for a look that's a little less loud but still fun.	If you're looking for a different touch on your normal cap, these flat-billed styles might be what you're looking for.	Hat designs are numerous for professional sports teams, ranging from team colors to completely original, like a gray plaid hat.	Visors tend to be more popular among the ladies, but guys can pull off this look as well, especially with a neutral color (black always works!).


This 3/4 length shirt is a fun product to own since it works well in the cooler weather without having to tote around a light jacket as well.	For those cooler months at the end of football season, don some heavier clothes to keep from getting the chills, like this fleece hoody.	When the sun is beating down on game day, take out your Saints tank top to bronze those shoulders and stay on the cooler side.	If you're searching for t-shirts this season, go for a fun style, like a Reebok split-neck shirt or a sequined logo tee.	Looking to support your team after hours? There are a variety of comfortable pajama pants and shorts to add some fun to your PJ's.