If you invested in a preppy rugby shirt or striped polo this past fall, then you’re in luck because American sportswear is making a big comeback for spring 2026 thanks to designers such as Miu Miu, Lacoste, and Prada, to name but a few, who championed the trend on the spring/summer 2026 runways. Contrast is key when adding a fashion-forward touch to your sporty-preppy staples this season. Try styling a stripe polo with sporty track shorts and a tailored blazer, or perhaps a technical nylon anorak paired with an A-line skirt and pointed-toe heels.
If you’re looking to lean into the preppy sportswear aesthetic this season, below I’m sharing 34 cool pieces that embody the trend. Think collegiate stripes, slouchy V-necks, technical jackets, relaxed button-downs, and of course, polos. Keep scrolling to get inspired.(Image credit: Loewe; Lacoste; Miu Miu/Launchmetrics Spotlight)
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