Maroon And Grey Varsity Jacket

Maroon And Grey Varsity Jacket

The Maroon And Grey Varsity Jacket is the grown-up version of the letterman shape. Both colours sit low in tone, so the two-tone split reads as a design line rather than as team colours — which makes this one of the few varsity jackets that works well past your twenties.

• Material: Two-tone body and sleeves with ribbed knit trim
• Fit: Regular fit
• Closure: Front snap buttons
• Color: Maroon with grey
• Care: Brush and spot clean, dry naturally away from heat

Why muted colours change the jacket

The classic varsity colourways — red and white, black and orange, royal blue and cream — all use high contrast, because the point was to be visible across a sports field. High contrast is exactly what makes a varsity jacket read as school clothing.

Maroon and grey are both mid-to-dark tones with a small gap between them. The panel split is still visible, but it registers as tailoring rather than as a team uniform. That is the whole difference.

How the two colours behave together

Maroon is a deep red with brown in it, which stops it competing for attention the way bright red does. Grey is the most neutral colour there is. Together they produce something closer to a smart jacket than a sports one.

It also widens what you can wear with it substantially: navy, black, cream, white, denim and olive all work, where a bright varsity jacket restricts you to plain neutrals.

Fit, comfort and styling

Regular fit with room for a knit or hoodie underneath at your usual size — that layering room is part of the shape. Rib hem at the waist. Size down one for a closer fit over a tee.

Because it is understated, it works with more than jeans and trainers. Chinos and boots, or dark trousers and a plain knit, both sit well under it.

Made to order, XS to 5XL and custom

Made after you order in XS to 5XL, plus Custom — chest, shoulder, sleeve and back length. If you want lettering or patches applied, ask before ordering. Free shipping, secure checkout, and honest pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose muted colours on a varsity jacket?

Low contrast makes the panel split read as a design line rather than as team colours, so the jacket works well past your twenties.

What does it go with?

Navy, black, cream, white, denim and olive — a much wider range than a bright varsity allows.

Will a hoodie fit underneath?

Yes at your normal size. Layering room is part of the varsity cut.

Can I add lettering or patches?

Ask before ordering and we will confirm what we can apply.

Is maroon the same as burgundy?

Close — both are deep reds with brown in them. Maroon is the slightly darker of the two.

How do I care for it?

Brush and spot clean rather than machine washing, and dry naturally away from heat.

Do you offer custom sizing?

Yes — XS to 5XL plus Custom to your own measurements.