Ralph Lauren Rugby Thread

[VT001]

Rugby fits close to custom fit, slimmer in a lot of cases. So you're a small for sure. And read through this thread, its been discussed countless times

Yeah, I think I'll just take my chances with a small for now, see how that works. If the small is TOO loose I'll make it a mental note to buy xs from them in the future. Would be a shame if I had to return 10 size small shirts by mail though :/

 

[stevent]



lol I can't ask prior to buying? I didn't say I'd be against buying an xs, It's just that reading through this thread I've seen conflicting views on how Rugby fits. Some feel like their stuff fits exactly like PRL custom fit. Others feel like Rugby might be a tad bit loose and buying a size smaller will give you the same effect as a custom fit polo. 

If I lived in a city with a Rugby store I wouldn't be making posts asking what their fits are like. In fact, if PRL would just provide accurate sizing info on their custom fit shirts I could've easily applied that to Rugby's sizing chart and been done with it all.

Then order both sizes. Returns are free most of the time, if not it's $5 to send it back.

 

[NAMOR]

Newb, you'll always get conflicting opinions on sizing, measurements, etc so take it all with a grain of salt. You should order from rugby.com and then refund if it doesnt fit. Worse case scenario, it doesnt fit, but you get your money back. If you do order, post your findings here. Most of the newer members spend a week asking for suggestions and recommendations, and then peace out. These are also the same idiots who are too lazy to read the thread for the answers they are searching for.

 

[yw379]

just ordered Shetland Shawl Cardigan, with 25% plus sale, around $97,
http://www.rugby.com/shop/item.aspx?productId=11959895&categoryId=3372179&cp=3138868

a little bit worried about the quality cos i think it is MADE IN CHINA...

 

[stevent]



just ordered Shetland Shawl Cardigan, with 25% plus sale, around $97,
http://www.rugby.com/shop/item.aspx?productId=11959895&categoryId=3372179&cp=3138868

a little bit worried about the quality cos i think it is MADE IN CHINA...

Rugby / Ralph Lauren made in China is probably better than made in most other places in other brands. I try to buy US made but these days the country of origin means little.

 

[Philip]

It doesn't say imported on the site, so probs not made in China anyways

 

[yw379]

It doesn't say imported on the site, so probs not made in China anyways

One of my friends checked out the store today and said at least some of the stuff r made in china...
i will take a lot of pics once i received it, hope the details wont let me down

 

[stevent]

From what I've owned, almost all Rugby is made in China. They had a few oxfords made in Hong Kong three years back maybe. Blazers/sport coats and selvedge denim are the only made in USA/Italy items I've seen

 

[WhateverYouLike]



That was the first year they had Caruso making their suits, so I'm not sure if you should expect them to do so again or not, hard to say. In my mind, it would be smart for them to do so again. They have been on/off each year with suits - i remember two years ago the selection was very small in terms of suits. Their 'Haberdashery Shop' only started last February (2011)
I've found everything except for coats/hats/shoes etc. are slimmer. however if you wear a 38 suit it might be smart to still buy a 38 - even though it is slimmer 40 is just too big. In terms of sweaters - they are mostly slim to the degree of custom-fit at Polo RL. The shirts are a bit more slim than Custom-Fit Polo and anything at J Crew, whereas the Rugbys are very slim compared to Polo RL and J Crew. Best way to tell if its for you is to try some on.
If you need slimmer than J Crew - then head over to Rugby.

Did the rugby suit/sportcoat actually fit you? I thought this was the most bizzare fit Id ever encountered - really small chest with really wide shoulders. Ive owned carusos of all iterations and never anything like this.

 

[Saturdays]



Did the rugby suit/sportcoat actually fit you? I thought this was the most bizzare fit Id ever encountered - really small chest with really wide shoulders. Ive owned carusos of all iterations and never anything like this.

Yeah the suit fit remarkably well, my tailor took a look at the jacket on me and said don't change a thing - I had another 36R suit from a few years back, so I was fairly sure I would get that response since I was told the same for the last one.

The shoulders were not very wide for me, it passed the 'wall test' and the only real issue I have is just the length of the jacket being a bit shorter than expected. All is good though, it still looks beautiful and got compliments all around for it from peers. Unless your build is vastly different than mine: 5'10" - 135lb - small framed - small shoulders - then a 36R might not fit right and the shoulders may be pushing out - making them seem wide. Otherwise, for me the suit is pretty much perfect.

 

[Philip]



Yeah the suit fit remarkably well, my tailor took a look at the jacket on me and said don't change a thing - I had another 36R suit from a few years back, so I was fairly sure I would get that response since I was told the same for the last one.
The shoulders were not very wide for me, it passed the 'wall test' and the only real issue I have is just the length of the jacket being a bit shorter than expected. All is good though, it still looks beautiful and got compliments all around for it from peers. Unless your build is vastly different than mine: 5'10" - 135lb - small framed - small shoulders - then a 36R might not fit right and the shoulders may be pushing out - making them seem wide. Otherwise, for me the suit is pretty much perfect.

what size shoulders are you? I managed to get a newbury chalk stripe in 36r thanks to Deez. How do you find the trousers?

 

[Saturdays]



what size shoulders are you? I managed to get a newbury chalk stripe in 36r thanks to Deez. How do you find the trousers?

I'm around 17.5-18 inches.

Size 30 trousers, fit well for me, not too tight.

 

[lagsun]



im getting the MII navy blazer in 36 r and can post measurements soon. prolly will arrive early next week

Anyone buy a Navy Blazer in 36R and could post measurements? Looking to get a blazer for my son next time they are on sale.....

 

[Saturdays]



Anyone buy a Navy Blazer in 36R and could post measurements? Looking to get a blazer for my son next time they are on sale.....

Shoulder-Shoulder 17"
Chest 18"
Length 30"
Sleeves 25"
Sleeves from collar 31"

This is approximate for all 36Rs i've purchased from Rugby RL

 

[lagsun]



Shoulder-Shoulder 17"
Chest 18"
Length 30"
Sleeves 25"
Sleeves from collar 31"
This is approximate for all 36Rs i've purchased from Rugby RL

Thanks. I should have pulled the trigger during the last sale....