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From pitch to pavement, the rugby shirt has emerged as fashion’s latest heritage sportswear revival, bringing bold stripes and crisp collars into a modern context. The classic staple — think heavyweight jersey shirts with folded polo necklines — has officially touched every corner of the industry, from high-fashion houses to trendy brands pushing out new versions, and both the street style crowd and celebrities buying in. Here’s how we’re seeing the trend take home the win.
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A handful of brands and designers have been playing with the jersey shirt for some time now, including Comme des Garçons, Rowing Blazers and Noah pushing the top throughout menswear collections, as well as more established names like JW Anderson and Thom Browne leaning into the silhouette. More recently, Spring 2026 collections from Christian Cowan, Cynthia Rowley, Tanner Fletcher and Zankov all included takes on the trend as well.
The appeal is clear: The rugby shirt is inherently comfortable (oversized fit) and warm (thick knit jersey fabrics and long sleeves), making it a natural choice for fall and winter layering. The resurgence feels timely, aligned with a wider ’90’s revival of preppy staples (like the polo shirt) as well as an androgynous or unisex appeal.
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The rugby shirt is officially in play for fall — shop all our favorites ahead.
K.ngsley Riis Cotton Polo Shirt, $550, available here
Miu Miu Cotton Jersey Polo Shirt, $1,470, available here
Recreational Habits Ilona Striped Rugby, $165, available here
Martine Rose Striped Rugby Polo Shirt, $495, available here
Re/Done Cut Off Rugby Polo, $220, available here
AE x The Summer I Turned Pretty Rugby Polo Sweater, $60, available here
ADW Gris Rugby Polo, $90 $60, available here
Aimé Leon Dore Striped Cotton Rugby Shirt, $250, available here
Citizens of Humanity Aris Rugby, $248, available here
Celine Blason Rugby Polo Shirt, $1,350, available here
Marc Jacobs x A.P.C. The Rugby Shirt, $295, available here
La Ligne Striped Howard Polo, $195, available here
Sandy Liang Woods Sweater, $495, available here
Madewell Merino Wool Striped Polo Sweater, $210, available here
Sandro Wool Striped Polo Sweater, $365 $274, available here
Kate Spade Collared Rugby Shirt, $148, available here
Old Navy SoSoft Crop Polo Sweater, $55, available here
Aligne Joni Striped Rugby Top, $145, available here
Tuckernuck Stripe Swiftie Rugby Polo, $128, available here
Adanola Stripe Oversized Rugby Top, $100, available here
Rowing Blazers Cotton New York Rugby, $178, available here
Barrow Felpa A Polo, $223 $112, available here
Faherty Legend Rugby Sweater, $168, available here
Steady Hands Rilakkuma Rugby, $43, available here
Damson Madder Noah Cinch Layered Rugby, $105, available here
White + Warren Cashmere Rugby Stripe Polo, $495, available here
Junk Food Clothing New York Giants Rugby Long Sleeve, $75, available here
Rails Paxton Sweater, $258, available here
Joe’s Jeans The Dylan Oversized Rugby Shirt, $178, available here
Tna Mighty Cotton Lomu Polo Longsleeve, $68, available here
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