The Most Popular Varsity Jacket Colour Combinations Right Now
Choosing the right colour combination for your custom varsity jacket is one of the most impactful decisions you'll make. Get it right and the jacket looks sharp, cohesive, and intentional. Get it wrong and even a well-made jacket can look off.
To help you choose, here are the colour combinations that are consistently popular right now — and why each one works.
1. Black Body, Black Leather Sleeves (All-Black)
The all-black varsity jacket has become one of the most requested styles, particularly for streetwear brands, fashion-conscious teams, and urban settings. Black on black creates a sleek, premium look that's versatile enough to wear in almost any context. It lets any embroidery or patch design stand out without competing with the jacket colour.
Works best for: Brand merchandise, streetwear collaborations, urban sports teams.
2. Black Body, White Leather Sleeves
This is the modern spin on the classic letterman. The high contrast between a matte black wool body and clean white sleeves is bold, clean, and contemporary. It's one of the most requested combinations for university groups, music acts, and fashion-forward sports teams.
Works best for: University groups, music and entertainment, youth sports teams.
3. Navy Body, White Sleeves
Classic, heritage, and unmistakably collegiate. Navy and white is the combination most associated with the original American varsity jacket. It's timeless in the best way — it never looks dated, works with virtually any logo colour, and photographs exceptionally well.
Works best for: Schools and universities, traditional sports teams, rowing and water sports clubs.
4. Maroon Body, White Sleeves
Maroon (or burgundy) has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, particularly among rugby clubs, hockey teams, and university sports societies. Paired with white sleeves, it creates a warm, premium-looking jacket that reads as classic without being generic.
Works best for: Rugby clubs, hockey teams, university sports societies.
5. Green Body, White Sleeves
Forest green has become a go-to for teams that want something distinctive without being garish. It's a rich, sophisticated colour that works particularly well with gold or yellow embroidery. The green-and-white combination is increasingly popular for sports clubs and outdoor-focused brands.
Works best for: Outdoor and adventure teams, sports clubs, eco-conscious brands.
6. Cream/Ecru Body, Brown Sleeves
One of the biggest trends right now for streetwear and fashion-forward groups. Cream or off-white body with brown (tan) leather sleeves has a vintage, premium feel that's very different from the traditional collegiate look. It's bold but warm, and tends to be a conversation starter.
Works best for: Fashion brands, lifestyle merchandise, graduation keepsakes.
7. Custom Brand Colours
Many teams and brands order jackets that directly match their brand colour palette. If your team has established colours, use them — consistency across your uniforms, merchandise, and branding builds a stronger visual identity.
Virtually any colour combination can be matched — if you have a Pantone reference or hex code, that's the fastest way to a precise match.
