Varsity Blues

American sportswear is always in fashion, and for good reason. Our grandfathers threw together the leisurely look some 50 odd years ago upon returning to campus from war and we have only continued to refine the military-infused collegiate style that has become unmistakably American. Following the recent appetite for all things preppy, it is now taking on a more downtown edge. The varsity jacket is one of those pieces that is unapologetically athletic, not unlike saddle shoes or the pique polo. It’s youthful, all-American, and dripping in optimism.

Dress it up with a shirt, tie, and trouser or take it down with just a fleece hoodie underneath. This navy satin jacket, with vintage inspired details (striped cuff ribbing and high set patch pockets), feels of the moment while delivering a rich palette for contrasting fabrics and textures. Work one into your jacket rotation this fall, just skip the letter patch this time around.