Rugby shirts from clubs and nations

The rugby jersey

The rugby jersey has changed a lot. Once made of thick cotton with a fabric collar, it is now made from synthetic stretch fibres, designed to fit close to the body to give opponents less to grab onto during tackles and rucks. Clubs offer a home jersey, an away jersey, and a warm-up jersey worn during training. The supporter version, which is looser, is worn in the stands; the authentic version is the one worn by the players.

The rest of the apparel

Rugby clothing also includes:

• Shorts.
• Socks.
• T-shirts.
• Sweatshirts.
• Trousers.
• Jackets.

All the clothing can be found on the clothing page.

The Top 14 clubs

The Stade Toulousain, the most successful club in France, offers its red and black home jersey, its away jersey, its sleeveless training jersey, and a long-sleeved Heritage jersey, inspired by past kits. RC Toulon, triple European champion, has its home, away, warm-up, and authentic jerseys. Racing 92, Stade Français, Aviron Bayonnais, Union Bordeaux-Bègles, and Stade Rochelais, double European champion, complete the line-up.

The nations

On the national side, the French XV jersey, in supporter version, dresses the fans of Les Bleus. The black jersey of the All Blacks, three-time world champions, is available in adult and child sizes. The green and gold jersey of South Africa, four-time world champions, comes in long-sleeve and training top versions. The jersey of wales and that of the Glasgow Warriors will appeal to fans of British rugby. A jersey should be washed inside out, at a low temperature.

Good deals

Good finds can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The key events of the year follow a steady pattern: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school time.

Frequently asked questions

Supporter or authentic version: which rugby jersey should you choose?

The authentic version, fitted and stretchy, is the one worn by the players, tailored to fit close to the body to provide less to grab onto. The supporter version, looser and more comfortable, is worn in the stands and for everyday use.

What size should I take for an authentic rugby jersey?

Authentic jerseys are very fitted: take a size up if you don’t have a player’s build. The supporter version should be chosen in your usual size.

Which club is the most successful in the French rugby championship?

The Stade Toulousain, with over twenty titles of champion of France, out in front of all its rivals. It is also the most successful club in the European Cup, making its red and black jersey one of the most sought after.

Why do the All Blacks play in black?

Black has dressed the New Zealand team since the late nineteenth century, with the silver fern on the chest. The nickname All Blacks became established during the 1905 tour of Britain.

How do you wash a muddy rugby jersey?

Brush off the dry dirt, soak the jersey in cold water with a stain remover, then wash it inside out at thirty degrees. Avoid hot water, which sets grass stains, and the tumble dryer, which damages the logos.