Bungee USA is what Philly’s cool kids will be wearing on Super Bowl weekend

It has been a fortuitous NFL season for Philly sportswear designer Darrell Alston.

Alston is the man behind Bungee USA, a collection of Eagles-inspired kelly green gear that has grabbed the attention of DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Diamond Cuts, Charlie Mack, and Lady B, among other Philly celebrities and die-hard Eagles fans.

The luxe jerseys, ponchos, and face masks — everything is fashioned from cashmere and wool — make up the cadre of Bungee USA’s limited-edition pieces that have a feel both vintage and modern.

The hottest Bungee USA fit right now? An eggshell tunic-style jersey with the No. 26 plastered on its front and back, a shoutout to Birds star running back Saquon Barkley. The slouchy although somewhat slim-cut piece is more cozy than sporty and features a belt − yes, a belt — for a chill, bathrobe effect.

The Barkley jersey has turned so many heads that Barkley’s mom, Tonya Johnson, caught wind and reached out to the Kensington-based designer so she could buy one in advance of the playoffs. (We suspect it will be a part of her Super Bowl wardrobe, too.)

Alston gave Barkley’s mom the jersey for free. Next thing he knew, Barkley’s dad, Alibay, ordered one.

“If Saquon’s mom wants a jersey, I’m giving it to her because without her, there would be no him,” said Alston, a lifelong Eagles fan. “It makes me feel so proud, so good they are getting this kind of attention. It’s all about The Birds.”

Bungee USA’s Barkley jersey is $275. (The standard Barkley No. 26 Super Bowl jersey is $150 at the Eagles’ Pro Shop.)

Alston’s Birds-inspired collection also features a green-and-white face mask stamped with the No. 1 in honor of quarterback Jalen Hurts. Hurts fans might also opt for a cowl-neck sweatshirt in white with green stripes.

A collared button-down shirt made to look like a 1950s-style bowling shirt and a sweatshirt with the medieval shoulder detailing of an English knight is dedicated to former safety Brian Dawkins.

But the real star is the roomy No. 12 Liberty Poncho fashioned in honor of retired quarterback Randall Cunningham. Fans have been performing Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcaster Gillie Da King’s “Blow the Whistle Dance” in the flowing, hooded cloak.

Alston started designing sportswear for his beloved Philly athletes because of his father.

“My dad is a die-hard Eagles fan and I always saw the same Eagles merchandise every year,” Alston said. “One year I got creative and decided to make a shirt for my dad. That’s how it all started.”

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Up until this year, Alston was best known for Bungee Obleceni, a luxury sneaker brand available for a time at Foot Locker. In fall of 2023, Alston launched Bungee USA, a sportswear collection inspired by Philly sports teams, starting with the Birds gear.

Last spring, Alston dropped Phillies pieces that included a fitted button-up shirt in honor of Mike Schmidt and a striped jersey that showed love to left-handed pitcher Steve Carlton

Alston started meandering and dancing through the crowds at Eagles tailgate parties selling his jawns at the start of the 2024 NFL season. As the Birds continued to win, so did he. He landed TV interviews and social media love.

Charlie Mack — Will Smith’s friend, confidant, body guard, and all-around Philly ambassador — was spotted wearing the Barkley jersey giving Barkley a pound.

Alston plans to ride the kelly green wave to an Eagles Super Bowl victory.

“At the end of the day it’s about showing love for our team,” said Alston, who hopes to one day work with the Birds in an official fashion capacity. “I’d love to do a joint venture with them.”