Original client red and black striped rugby shirt
Buyer guide / Rugby

Planning a custom rugby shirt

Bring together panel design, collar direction, player fit, team branding and order information for a focused rugby-shirt enquiry.

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Rugby-shirt development combines visual identity with construction choices that should match the intended level and use. A reference image is useful, but a structured brief is more reliable.

01

State the competition context

Identify whether the shirt is for match, training, academy or supporter use. Confirm any buyer-provided competition or marking requirements.

  • Match or training
  • Age group
  • Playing level
  • Buyer-provided requirements
02

Describe the construction

Mark the preferred collar, sleeve and panel direction. Construction must be confirmed with the selected material and intended fit.

  • Collar direction
  • Sleeve length
  • Panel layout
  • Hem and side details
03

Control branding and numbering

Provide crest, sponsor and number files with clear positions. Check how artwork crosses panels and seams.

  • Crest location
  • Sponsor positions
  • Back number
  • Player name if required
04

Review fit and consistency

Approve the size chart, sample fit and colour references together. Keep one signed-off reference for repeat orders.

  • Size chart
  • Fit sample
  • Colour approval
  • Reorder reference
Your next step

Turn the checklist into your brief.

Send the product, expected quantity, artwork and delivery market. The Strive Sports team will confirm what is possible for your specific programme.

Certifications & memberships

Archive marks. Current certificates, scope and validity require confirmation.

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