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Growing up as a kid in Canada, you played sports.

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Photographed by Campbell Addy,Vogue, November 2022

My whole childhood revolved around soccer leagues, hockey teams, and gymnastic practices.

You name itI did it!

From a young age, it became very apparent that I am just not the athletic jot down.

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Well, afashionsporty era that is, thanks to my new spring obsession: Rugby shirts.

Though Ive never actually attempted rugby, Im very much into springs new, colorful assortment ofrugby-style shirts.

They were everywhere on the spring 2024 runways.

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Though its been around for ages, the rugby top feels totally fresh these days.

I landed on aWales Bonner striped rugbyin black, yellow, and white.

Like Bieber and Swift, Ive enjoyed approaching the sporty staple as something that should be dressed up.

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(I dont want to look like Imactuallyheading to rugby practice.)

The key to making it feel smart?

Ditto for the shoes, too: Instead of sneakers, consider pairing it with chunky loafers or oxfords.

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All together, Ive found that the balance between athleticism and dressiness creates the perfect off-duty vibe.

The is outfit is casual, butput-togethercasual.

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Who would have thought that a rugby top could turn a sports skeptic into a fan?

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Does this mean Im suddenly going to join a rugby team?

Hardly; I still cant perform a dropkick or punt to save my life.

But I do enjoying looking like Ipossiblycould.

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On board with the spring rugby shirt, too?

Shop 7 stylish styles below.

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