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**The Official Ralph Lauren Polo Thread**
- Thread in 'General' Thread starter Started by Mound Raised,
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Complex churns out so much content that a lot of their pieces are poorly written. Why would they compare Rugby to D&S? I guess when comparing to all other RL branches (i.e. RRL) the prices are somewhat similar, but the aesthetic is completely different so making this comparison is kind of half-assed and probably written just to add an extra sentence for the writeup. The target markets for these 2 lines are not one and the same.http://www.complex.com/style/2012/11/ralph-lauren-to-end-its-rugby-brand-by-2013
Ralph Lauren to End its Rugby Brand by 2013
By Teofilo Killip | Nov 2, 2012 | 12:08 pm | Permalink
Ralph Lauren to End its Rugby Brand by 2013
A few companies have been trimming costs this year by getting rid of their smaller division brands. Add Ralph Lauren to the list as it plans close down its Rugby division. In operation since 2004, the one-stop-shop for all things preppy will shutter all 14 stores and the e-commerce website by next year. Similar to what Nike is doing with Umbro and Cole Haan, Ralph Lauren is back to focusing on globally growing its core brand. To those looking for a similar price point, there’s always the Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply division.
As for Rugby, its a shame. I only have a few of their items but I do like the ones I have. I'll be on the lookout for their sales come 2013.
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I've never owned Rugby, but I think that it was perfect in bringing the younger demographic into Ralph Lauren since the Blue Label line seems tone geared toward the 30 and up crowd. As long as they offer a the same percentage of their inventory that was under the Rugby umbrella at that price point, then they will keep this group of customers brand loyal. Very sad to see it go.
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I think Rugby v D&S is a fair comparison, much better than Rugby v RRL...
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yeah the collar being removable is a plus, Oliver can we get some pictures without the collar?Too much win.
shame rugby is going to be phased out, but the same will happen to d&s like it happened to polo sport, chaps & pjc.
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As an owner 15+ Rugby pieces, I am really upset about this.
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just because its better than comparing Rugby to RRL, doesnt make it a fair one when comparing Rugby to D&S. comparing apples to oranges here.
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It was included in that 30% + ____ (or was it 25% + ____?) sale early last month. I was going to pull the trigger but they only has XS and Small left.
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Rugby donezo???
Just when I'm gettin my money right to come up on their pieces
for the blowout sale though hopefully
Just when I'm gettin my money right to come up on their pieces
for the blowout sale though hopefully
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picked up some faxon sneakers with the sale. came out to be 37$ shipped.
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VERY angry about the Rugby news. I just went to Georgetown Rugby this past weekend to buy some more fall clothes. I think I have more Rugby clothes than anything else.
No more of these vids.
No more of these vids.
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say it ain't sohttp://www.complex.com/style/2012/11/ralph-lauren-to-end-its-rugby-brand-by-2013
Ralph Lauren to End its Rugby Brand by 2013
By Teofilo Killip | Nov 2, 2012 | 12:08 pm | Permalink
Ralph Lauren to End its Rugby Brand by 2013
A few companies have been trimming costs this year by getting rid of their smaller division brands. Add Ralph Lauren to the list as it plans close down its Rugby division. In operation since 2004, the one-stop-shop for all things preppy will shutter all 14 stores and the e-commerce website by next year. Similar to what Nike is doing with Umbro and Cole Haan, Ralph Lauren is back to focusing on globally growing its core brand. To those looking for a similar price point, there’s always the Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply division.
i'm not even in the college years anymore but Rugby is my favorite branch of all Ralph Lauren. I just really pick and choose my items as to not look like a frat boiyyyye
please be a sick joke? why not keep it alive and just merge it into rl.com and rl stores like other off shoots. it doesn't need its own store fronts and websites if that is eating up cost
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I just want to know what those sales are going to look like once they start closing up shop...
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Rocked da vest out da store tho lol
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no more rugby?
vado & smoke dza must be sick right now :x
the ghost of rugby thompson ?????
vado & smoke dza must be sick right now :x
the ghost of rugby thompson ?????
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I lol'd.
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^ALL dope!
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that hoody is dope
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Info on those pants?
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what up tho? lol
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Damnnnnn those rugby fits r soooo wavyYyYyYyYyyyyy. swag overload
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Polo Cargo pants that released last year. retailed for 98. went to the outlets last week saw those cargos in a boatload of different colors for like half off.
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Another article about Rugby closing, looks like we have until Feb 2013
http://m.hypebeast.com/2012/11/matters-of-taste-rugby-ralph-lauren-a-eulogy/
http://m.hypebeast.com/2012/11/matters-of-taste-rugby-ralph-lauren-a-eulogy/
