Fashion

/ 28 February 2024

How To Wear A Rugby Shirt Now

Did you hate every second you spent on a sports field? Or were you so proud of your time in the first XV that you wore your school colours and little else for three years of uni? Actually, it doesn’t matter. There’s a new way to wear rugby shirts – here’s what to do…

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Look 1

Chinos smarten up a laidback piece like a rugby shirt, while a red cap keeps adds a bit of off-duty edge. Suede loafers and decent shades are the finishing touches.

Wool-Blend Rugby Polo Shirt, £115 | COS
Tartan Straight-Leg Pleated Cotton-Blend Gabardine Trousers, £235 | Barena
Lhasa Rib Socks, £24 | Falke
Clune X Round-Frame Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses, £330 | Garrett Leight California Optical
Organic Cotton Cap, £30 | Colorful Standard
Split Suede Deck Shoes, £49.99 | Zara

Look 2

Joggers and trainers amplify the sporty vibe of a rugby shirt. Just don't try too hard – think less pitch-ready, more Sunday morning. A beanie in the same shade adds a bit more colour, while a puffer or wool coat is best for colder days.

Look 3

A more sophisticated take, trousers and brown loafers keep things feeling office-appropriate – depending where you work. Add a scarf and car coat to complete the look.

SHOP BEST OF THE REST

Cotton Rugby Shirt

T.M. Lewin

£80

Colt Rugby Shirt

Palmes

£159

Long-Sleeve Rugby Polo

Abercrombie & Fitch

£52

Striped Cotton-Jersey Rugby Shirt

Beams Plus

£200

Stripe Rugby Shirt

Polo Ralph Lauren

£169

Rugby Shirt

J.Crew

£110

Stripe Cotton Rugby Shirt

Drakes

£225

Riley Block Stripe Long Sleeve Polo

A.P.C.

£129 (was £199)

Life Twill-Trimmed Striped Cotton-Jersey Rugby Shirt

Nike

£110

Merino Wool Knitted Rugby Shirt

Drakes

£395

Striped Heavy Rugger

Gant

£60 (was £120)

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