Sunspel Clothing - T-Shirts, Polos & Knitwear

As an official Sunspel stockist, The Sporting Lodge offers a curated selection of essentials, including T-shirts, polos, shirts, knitwear, trousers, underwear, and accessories. Key pieces include the Riviera polo and Suede Buster shoes. Built from premium fabrics for lasting comfort, these items are suitable for both city days and countryside trips, with straightforward returns.

Everyday Clothing

Core styles, such as soft T-shirts, breathable polos, and light knitwear, are made from high-quality cotton, merino, and responsibly sourced fibres. Neutral shades (such as navy, white, and grey) pair easily with jeans, chinos, or tailored trousers. See our blog on Sunspel as the best of British luxury for the story behind the Riviera polo.

Accessories & Footwear

Accessories, including caps and wallets, as well as footwear such as the Suede Buster trainers, add clean finishing touches to everyday outfits. For men’s and women’s edits, explore Sunspel menswear and Sunspel womenswear. Looking for limited offers? Visit our Sunspel sale.

Heritage & Craft

Founded in 1860, the brand has led innovations from early Sea Island cotton underwear to introducing boxer shorts to the UK, with continued production in Long Eaton. Read more about the magic of Sunspel’s history, why it’s a name you can trust, and why Sunspel uses Supima cotton.

Materials at a Glance

Material Properties Used In
Cotton / Supima Soft, breathable, long-staple strength for everyday wear. T-shirts, polos, underwear
Merino Wool Fine gauge, temperature regulating, comfortable against skin. Knitwear
Suede / Leather Supple feel with durable finish. Footwear, small leather goods

Shop Sunspel

Browse our Sunspel selection from an authorised stockist and choose pieces that balance heritage quality and everyday comfort. For colour and print inspiration, see the Sunspel × John Booth collaboration.


Selected milestones that matter to customers: origin, fabric innovation, UK making, boxer shorts and the Riviera polo.

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Sunspel FAQs

Sunspel shirts command a premium price of £50–£150 due to their exceptional craftsmanship and high-quality materials. Crafted in Long Eaton, England, they use two-fold cotton yarns and heritage fabrics like Sea Island cotton, woven at 140 g/m² in a 30-gauge knit. The meticulous hand-finishing and traditional sewing techniques ensure durability and comfort, justifying the cost for those seeking refined British quality.

Sunspel is widely regarded as a luxury British brand, known for its premium T-shirts, polos, shirts, and knitwear. Since 1860, it has focused on superior materials like Sea Island cotton and fine merino wool, crafted with expert stitching in England. Its association with figures like James Bond underscores its status as a symbol of refined style and quality.

Yes, James Bond, portrayed by Daniel Craig, wore a Sunspel Riviera Polo in the film Casino Royale. The polo, crafted from Sea Island cotton in Long Eaton, England, gained iconic status for its sleek fit and refined style, making it a standout piece in Sunspel’s collection of premium British garments.

Sunspel polos are considered a worthwhile investment due to their premium quality and heritage craftsmanship. Made in Long Eaton, England, using Sea Island cotton woven at 140 g/m², they offer exceptional softness, durability, and style. Hand-finished for a refined fit, these polos, including the iconic Riviera Polo worn by James Bond, combine comfort with lasting appeal.

Sunspel, founded in 1860 by Thomas Hill in Long Eaton, England, is a pioneer of British craftsmanship. It introduced the modern T-shirt and refined polos using premium fabrics like Sea Island cotton. Over 160 years, Sunspel has maintained its commitment to quality, producing T-shirts, polos, shirts, knitwear, and accessories in England and Scotland, earning a reputation for excellence and style.

Sunspel products are highly regarded for their superior quality and craftsmanship. Made in Long Eaton, England, and select Scottish mills, T-shirts, polos, shirts, knitwear, jackets, trousers, underwear, socks, sweatshirts, jumpers, and accessories use premium materials like Sea Island cotton and merino wool. Their durability, comfort, and refined design, backed by 160 years of expertise, make them a top choice.

Sunspel uses premium materials like Sea Island cotton, woven at 140 g/m² in a 30-gauge knit, and fine merino wool for its T-shirts, polos, shirts, knitwear, jumpers, and accessories. These heritage fabrics, sourced from domestic mills, ensure exceptional softness, durability, and breathability, crafted with meticulous stitching in Long Eaton, England, and select Scottish mills.

Most Sunspel products, including T-shirts, polos, shirts, jackets, trousers, underwear, socks, sweatshirts, jumpers, and accessories, are crafted in Long Eaton, England, using domestic mills for two-fold cotton yarns and traditional sewing techniques. Select knitwear is produced in Scotland, upholding Sunspel’s 160-year tradition of British manufacturing and meticulous craftsmanship.