The Enduring Appeal of Polo Ralph Lauren’s ‘Stadium’ Collection
How bold branding, NYC clothing collectors and early ’90s hip-hop culture birthed an iconic capsule.
WRITER: GREGK FOLEY
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Of all the traditional markers of an iconic fashion brand, the most important might be mythology. While clothes set the tone, it’s the stories and legends woven around them that help a label stand the test of time. So it goes with Ralph Lauren, whose brand has grown to encompass numerous micro-mythologies within its vast persona, including Polo Ralph Lauren ‘Stadium.’
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LEFT TO RIGHT: The Lo Life Crew from 'Bury Me With The Lo On' book shot by Tom Gould (2016), 'aSharpCrease' wearing Polo Ralph Lauren (1998), Raekwon shot by Tom Gould (1993), 'Buckston' wearing Polo Ralph Lauren (1990s)
Chance the Rapper at the Met Gala (2021) Troy G.
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