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Browse all Drake's polos →Grey Melange Centre Stripe Cotton Rugby Shirt
The verdict
Fit
Rugby shirts typically run roomy through the chest and shoulders; expect a relaxed fit that layers well. Drake's fits generously in their casual line.
Quality
Cotton construction is typical of the brand's casual wear—durable but not heavily finished. Seaming and collar work are solid for the price range.
Is the price fair?
At £225, this sits in Drake's mid-tier rugby range. Reasonable for a named British maker, though not exceptional—you're paying for the stripe print and brand recognition.
Best for
Someone building a rotation of layerable casual tops for autumn weekends or pub trips who values British tailoring codes.
Care
Cotton rugby shirts hold their shape best with regular washing; tumble-dry low or hang to air-dry to preserve the stripe definition.
What owners report about Drake's polos
Drake's polos split into heavyweight piqué cotton styles and knitted cotton-linen styles, and fabric weight is the first thing owners mention: several wear the piqué constantly and count the thick cloth as a plus, while one reviewer found the material so heavy and thick it "almost felt like cotton canvas" and passed on it. The knitted polos get specific praise for fit, cut and collar, though even fans call them extravagantly expensive. One long-term owner reports the piqué's colour faded with frequent wear (revived with a home machine dye), and owners note the distinctive 70s-style collar on the long-sleeve piqué.
- Strengths
- Owners call the piqué polo very well executed and hard-wearing, and praise the fit, cut and collar of the knitted cotton-linen polos.
- Watch out for
- The heavy, thick piqué hand polarizes owners, colour fades with heavy wear, and the knitted polos are repeatedly flagged as extremely expensive even by people who like them.
- Sizing
- One owner who sized down in the knitted polo for a slimmer look concluded the design intent is a boxier, 1950s-style silhouette with longer, fuller sleeves — sizing down works against the cut.
About Drake's's polos line as a whole. Sources: Styleforum — Drake's appreciation thread, p.931 (piqué polo weight) · Styleforum — Drake's appreciation thread, p.507 (long-sleeve piqué owner)