The Russian telnyashka is an undergarment with white horizontal stripes and various colors that can be sleeveless. It is an iconic piece of clothing worn by the Russian Navy, Russian Airborne Troops, and Russian Marine Infantry, among others. The Russian telnyashka originated from the distinctive striped sailor blouse worn by merchant sailors and fishermen in Brittany, who adopted this style to distinguish it from other nationalities. The fashion was later adopted and popularized by the French Navy and other navies.
