Top 5 Tailgate Fits You Need This Season | College Gameday Outfits
Looking for college tailgate outfits that actually stand out? Upside makes officially licensed college apparel with our signature upside-down designs so you can rep your school differently on game day.
Below are the Top 5 Tailgate Fits built around the five core pieces we sell: mesh shorts, oversized tees, hoodies, sweatpants, and hats. Tap each section to see why it matters for your gameday rotation and shop the full collection.
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1. Mesh Shorts – The Core Tailgate Fit +
Our college mesh shorts are the foundation of almost every Upside fit. They’re breathable for hot tailgate parties, built for walking to the stadium, and designed with bold, upside-down city and school hits that you won’t find in the campus bookstore.
If you’re searching for unique college gameday shorts or tailgate mesh shorts that get compliments all day, start here.
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2. Oversized Tees – Easy College Gameday Top +
Pair your shorts with a relaxed, oversized college tee. Upside tees are designed for a slightly boxy, modern fit that works for both guys and girls, perfect for all-day comfort before and after the game.
These tees are ideal if you’re searching for college gameday shirts that feel premium, photograph well, and still keep the focus on your school.
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3. Hoodies – Night Game & Late-Season Essential +
When the sun drops or you’re in a colder college town, a hoodie becomes the hero piece. Upside college hoodies use heavyweight fabric and officially licensed designs, flipped upside down to create a unique tailgate hoodie that stands out in the crowd.
Throw one over your mesh shorts or sweatpants and you’ve got a complete college gameday outfit that works from tailgate to post-game.
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4. Sweatpants – Cozy Tailgate & Travel Fits +
Our Upside sweatpants are built from premium fabrics with upside-down city and team designs, so you’re not just wearing loungewear — you’re wearing a statement. They’re perfect for colder home games, road trips, or heading to away games in total comfort.
If you want premium college sweatpants that are officially licensed and limited edition, this is your lane.
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5. Hats – The Final Touch to Any Tailgate Outfit +
Finish your look with an Upside college hat. From dad hats to suede finishes, these pieces tie your tailgate fit together and keep you shaded while you’re out in the lot all afternoon.
Hats are a simple way to add school spirit to any outfit — even when you’re just wearing basics — while still keeping that clean, minimal Upside vibe.
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Whether you’re gearing up for SEC, Sun Belt, or mid-major matchups, these five categories make it easy to build college tailgate outfits that feel premium, look different, and stay comfortable all day. Explore Upside’s officially licensed college apparel across mesh shorts, tees, hoodies, sweatpants, and hats to build a rotation that’s ready for every home game, away game, and watch party.