Fashion

These days rugby shirts may have become awkward moob-hugging, skin-tight curiousities, yet the standard image of the sports attire lives on through various top designers.

The classic collar, heavy cotton and long sleeve designs are part of what we think of when it comes to rugby shirts and thankfully, various fashion labels haven't attempted to bring then nouveau versions of the sport's apparel to the masses.

Instead, we've plumped for six of the best rugby shirts around, from the obvious (Ralph Lauren) to the more surprising (Lyle & Scott). There's something for everyone below, enjoy:

Polo Ralph Lauren Large Polo Pony Rugby Shirt, ASOS, €188.66

Rugby shirt by Polo Ralph Lauren. Constructed in a pure cotton jersey. Featuring a classic rugby collar with twill taping to the neck, a concealed button placket and notched detailing to the sides.

Lyle & Scott Rugby Shirt with Small Collar - ASOS, €97.83

Rugby shirt by Lyle & Scott, constructed in cotton marl. Featuring a contrast polo collar with a button front placket, full length sleeves with reinforced elbow patches and deep rib cuffs, a branded crest to the chest and a regular fit.

ASOS Colour Block Rugby Shirt - ASOS, €44.72

Colour block rugby shirt by ASOS. Featuring a wide striped colour block design, a slim collar with a three button placket, raglan full length sleeves, gathered ribbed cuffs and a fitted waistband, in a regular fit.

Red Pocket Rugby Shirt - Topman, €33.61

Red Pocket Rugby Shirt from Topman. 100% Cotton. Machine washable.

Howick Plain Active Rugby Top - House of Fraser, €39.50

Regular fit rugby top with classic collar and button cuff. 100% cotton.

Tommy Hilfiger Lawson Stripe Rugby Top - House of Fraser, €51.03

Long sleeve regular fit rugby top from Howick. 100% cotton.