What to Wear to a George Mason Game: George Mason Patriots Gameday Outfit Guide

Whether you're headed to a home game in Fairfax, VA, watching with friends, or just repping the Patriots on a regular Tuesday, this guide covers what to wear, how the pieces fit, and the best George Mason gifts. Every piece below is officially licensed by George Mason University and designed by UPSIDE, with the school name flipped upside down so it stands out in a sea of green and gold.

The best George Mason apparel right now

These are the pieces George Mason fans reach for most, from the varsity hoodie to the mesh shorts that show up at every tailgate.

George Mason Patriots Varsity Hoodie$98George Mason Essentials Oversized Tee$65George Mason Varsity Mesh Shorts$65 $80George Mason Patriots Mini Mesh Shorts$40 $50George Mason Patriots Hat$35 $45George Mason Embroidered Hoodie$60 $80

How to dress for a George Mason game

Fairfax, VA gets everything from warm early-season afternoons to chilly late-fall nights, so it pays to own pieces for both.

• Warm-weather game: Light layers and a hat for sunny afternoon kickoffs. Wear: George Mason Essentials Oversized Tee, George Mason Varsity Mesh Shorts, George Mason Patriots Hat.
• Chilly night game: A warm layer on top with shorts or jeans below, the go-to transition-season fit. Wear: George Mason Patriots Varsity Hoodie, George Mason Varsity Mesh Shorts.
• Everyday on campus: Easy pieces for class, the weekend and visits back to campus. Wear: George Mason Essentials Oversized Tee, George Mason Patriots Hat.

George Mason tailgate essentials

Tailgates are long, so comfort matters as much as color. Mesh shorts are the easiest piece to live in all day, an oversized tee layers over anything, and a hat handles sun and bad hair days alike. If the game runs late, toss the hoodie in the car.

Sizing and fit

• Hoodies: George Mason Patriots Varsity Hoodie comes in XS/S, M/L, XL/XXL.
• Tees: the George Mason Essentials Oversized Tee comes in S, M, L, XL, XXL and is cut oversized, so size down for a closer fit.
• Mesh shorts: George Mason Varsity Mesh Shorts comes in XS/S, M/L, XL/XXL.
• Mini mesh shorts: George Mason Patriots Mini Mesh Shorts comes in XS, S, M, L.
• Hats: one size fits most.

Not sure? Size exchanges are free, so you can swap if something doesn't fit right.

George Mason gift ideas

Shopping for a student, a new admit, a proud parent or an alum? These are easy wins:

• Under $50: George Mason Patriots Hat ($35), George Mason Patriots Mini Mesh Shorts ($40).
• The bigger gift: George Mason Mesh Shorts | Exclusive ($50), George Mason Embroidered Hoodie ($60), George Mason Essentials Oversized Tee ($65).
• The full fit: pair a hoodie or tee with shorts and a hat to hit free shipping at $125.

Why the George Mason logo is upside down

The upside-down print is UPSIDE's signature. It flips tradition for fans who want their George Mason pride to look different from what everyone else bought at the bookstore, while staying officially licensed. Read more about the meaning behind upside-down apparel, or see the George Mason collection launch.

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