Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton
In the South, what you wear on game day can be almost as carefully considered as the game itself.
Crimson and white or orange and blue may set the color palette, but showing your team spirit doesn’t have to mean reaching for the same T-shirt every Saturday. This season, Lavish Boutique is giving Alabama and Auburn fans plenty of ways to make those familiar colors their own, with looks ranging from casual and comfortable to polished, feminine, and just a little unexpected.
Elevated Essentials
Sometimes the best game day outfits start with pieces you’d happily wear long after football season ends.
For an Alabama-inspired look, the She+Sky Ruffle Sleeve Stitch Detail Top brings in the color inrich garnet, while ruffled sleeves and contrast stitching add enough interest that it doesn’t need much else. Paired with the She+Sky Suede Studded Mini Skirt in ecru and white cowboy boots, it strikes a balance between spirited and polished. The faux-suede skirt’s studded detailing adds a little edge without overpowering the outfit.
The same skirt takes on a completely different personality in Camel alongside the navy GameDay Short Sleeve Top from Gilli. With its simple “Game Day” lettering, the top gives Auburn fans a more relaxed option, while the skirt and boots keep the outfit from feeling like standard stadium wear. A mix of jewelry finishes the look and adds a little more personality to the casual combination.
Even better, several of these pieces can cross team lines: the ruffle-sleeve top is also offered in navy, while the Game Day top comes in crimson.
A Fresh Take on Stripes
Team colors and stripes are a natural combination, but the Striped Sleeveless Mini Sweater Dress by Entro makes the pairing feel decidedly more grown-up.
For Auburn fans, the brown-and-navy version offers a softer take on orange and blue, complemented by the coordinating sweater scarf draped over the shoulders. The sweater-knit fabric gives the sleeveless silhouette a distinctly fall feel, even on the Alabama Saturdays when the weather hasn’t quite gotten the memo.
The wine-and-white version makes an equally easy choice for Alabama fans. With the scarf tied at the front and a chunky white necklace layered at the neckline, the dress feels playful and preppy without looking overly themed. Both are essentially one-and-done outfits—just add jewelry and a favorite pair of wedges, boots, or sneakers depending on the day, and you’re ready to go!
Dresses That Bring the Drama
For fans who would rather build a game day wardrobe around standout pieces, the next group of looks proves school spirit can be chic.
A sleeveless ruffle-neck tie top by Glam in navy gets an Auburn update with bold orange stripes, while a light neutral skirt and boots keep the focus on the color combination. The high neckline and tie detail make the top feel a little dressier than the usual sleeveless option, but it’s still easy enough for a full Saturday of plans.
On the Alabama side, the Button-Down Belted Dress by TCEC makes a statement in deep burgundy. Puff sleeves, contrast stitching, and a defined waist give the mini dress plenty of visual interest all on its own. White cowboy boots and crimson-and-white accessories lean into the game day setting while letting the dress remain the star of the outfit.
Dark denim also earns a place in the Auburn rotation with the She+Sky Button Down Short-Sleeve Tie-Waist Mini Dress. The structured silhouette and contrast stitching already give it plenty of personality, but an orange scarf tied at the neck is what turns the versatile denim dress into a subtle nod to the Tigers. It’s an easy reminder that sometimes all a game day looks like needs is one strategically chosen accessory.
And not every Alabama outfit has to be crimson from head to toe. The Yours Truly Polka Dot High Neck The midi dress takes a more unexpected route in cream and black, with oversized dots lending the classic silhouette a playful feel. A deep red statement necklace brings in just enough Alabama color to make the look work for Saturday without limiting the dress to football season.
Pattern Play
If there’s a theme running through this year’s collection, it’s that game day dressing doesn’t have to play it safe.
The Gingham Button Down Dress from Entro puts an autumn spin on Alabama colors with a white-and-white check. Puff sleeves and a full button front give the midi dress a vintage-inspired look, while wedges and layered crimson accessories keep things current.
Polka dots make another appearance in the Polka Dot Front Pocket Shorts from Entro, shown in navy with white dots. Paired simply with a white sleeveless top and boots, the shorts become an easy starting point for an Auburn look, especially for fans who like their school colors a little more understated. The shorts are also available in cream with brown dots for an even more neutral take.
The Gingham Mock Neck Top by Eesome is another piece that proves a game day wardrobe doesn’t necessarily require obvious team branding. Its small-scale gingham pattern, oversized shape, and structured neckline pair easily with a white denim mini. From there, jewelry or other team-colored accessories can take the outfit in whichever direction the day calls for.
For a more relaxed option, the Oversized Short Sleeve Sweatshirt by Oddi keeps things comfortable in navy with oversized “Touchdown” lettering. Styled with the Entro Polka Dot Wide Leg Pant, the combination feels playful rather than predictable. The warm orange-brown of the pants works naturally alongside navy for an Auburn-friendly palette, while the wide-leg silhouette dresses up the roomy sweatshirt just enough. The top is also available in red, offering Alabama fans their own version of the look.
Your Colors, Your Way
The best thing about this season’s game day styles may be how little they resemble a uniform.
There are pieces for the fan who wants everyone to know exactly who she’s cheering for and pieces for the one who would rather let a scarf, necklace, or carefully chosen color combination do the talking. There are boots and minis, sweater dresses and wide-leg pants, statement patterns, and easy separates—all with enough versatility to keep working well beyond Saturday.
Because whether you’re wearing crimson and white or orange and blue, team colors are only the starting point. The rest is up to you!
Find these game day looks and more at Lavish Boutique. 78
Jasper: 201 19th Street East, Jasper, AL 35501
Cullman: 103 1st Avenue NE, Suite 1, Cullman, AL 35055
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