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Kelme

Valencian sportswear brand founded by the Quiles brothers in 1963. The paw-print logo with 'Kelme Fútbol' in bold block letters marks the 1990s football kit era; the modernised graphic paw and darker colourways track the 2000s.

Kelme label
Origin
Spain
Founded
1963
Category
Athletic & Streetwear
Documented eras
3
Label timeline

How Kelme labels evolved over time. Match the markers below against the tag in hand to place a garment in its era.

  1. 1990–1999

    1990s vintage Kelme tags

    Tags prominently feature the Kelme paw logo Often include the text “Kelme Fútbol” with bold, blocky lettering.

    1990s vintage Kelme tags label
    • Tags prominently feature the Kelme paw logo.
    • Often include the text “Kelme Fútbol” with bold, blocky lettering.
    • Tags might also include a specific team association, such as “Torino Calcio” or “Real Madrid,” indicating official supplier status.

    How to spot it

    Tags prominently feature the Kelme paw logo — confirms this label era.

    Value signal

    Moderate collector interest; condition and completeness determine value.

  2. 2000–2009

    2000s vintage Kelme tags

    Continued use of the paw logo, sometimes with additional graphical elements Tags often feature darker colors and a more modern aesthetic compared to the 1990s.

    2000s vintage Kelme tags label
    • Continued use of the paw logo, sometimes with additional graphical elements.
    • Tags often feature darker colors and a more modern aesthetic compared to the 1990s.
    • Includes size information and sometimes additional branding elements like a “Technic Sponsor” note.

    How to spot it

    Continued use of the paw logo, sometimes with additional graphical elements — confirms this label era.

    Value signal

    Entry-level vintage; value driven by brand recognition and condition.

  3. 2010–2019

    2010s vintage Kelme tags

    Tags are more simplified, with a clear focus on the paw logo and brand name Variety in tag designs, including both loop tags and printed tags.

    2010s vintage Kelme tags label
    • Tags are more simplified, with a clear focus on the paw logo and brand name.
    • Variety in tag designs, including both loop tags and printed tags.
    • Often include detailed size information and manufacturing details, reflecting modern production standards.

    How to spot it

    Tags are more simplified, with a clear focus on the paw logo and brand name — confirms this label era.

    Value signal

    Entry-level vintage; value driven by brand recognition and condition.

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