Varsity Jacket Ideas, Patches, Materials and Prices for Custom Letterman Jackets
Varsity jacket design ideas, patch placement tips, leather and wool material options and real prices to help your team or school order custom letterman jackets.
A varsity jacket is more than outerwear. It is the piece players, seniors and alumni keep for years. Getting the design right matters, and so does choosing the right material for your budget.
This guide covers varsity jacket ideas, patch placement, material choices and what a custom letterman jacket actually costs.
Varsity jacket design ideas
Classic school colors. Two colors, a wool body and contrasting sleeves. Simple and timeless.
Chenille letter on the chest. The traditional letterman look. One large initial on the left chest.
Name and graduation year. Player name on the front and class year on the sleeve. A favorite for seniors.
Mascot on the back. A large embroidered or chenille mascot across the back panel.
Sport and achievement patches. Sport icons, championship years, captain marks and state qualifier patches on the sleeves.
Satin team jacket. A lighter, shiny jacket that suits teams, clubs and staff who want a varsity look for less.
All black or monochrome. One color body and sleeves with tonal patches for a modern style.
Want to see your ideas before committing? Try the AI Uniform Studio for quick concept ideas, then our designers create the final artwork for approval.
Varsity jacket patch placement
Patch placement is where most jackets go from plain to personal. Here is where each patch usually goes:
| Placement | Common patch |
|---|---|
| Left chest | Chenille school letter or team logo |
| Right chest | Player name or sport icon |
| Left sleeve | Graduation year or jersey number |
| Right sleeve | Sport, captain or championship patches |
| Back | Mascot, school name or team name |
Keep the left chest and back as your two largest pieces. Too many patches on one area can look crowded, so plan each placement before ordering.
Varsity jacket materials
The body and sleeve material decides how the jacket looks, feels and ages.
- Wool body with leather sleeves. The classic letterman build. Warm, heavy and made to last.
- Cowhide leather sleeves. Thick and durable. The premium choice.
- Lambskin leather sleeves. Softer and lighter than cowhide with a smooth feel.
- Faux leather sleeves. The leather look at a lower price.
- All wool, fleece, satin or softshell. Lighter, budget friendly options for teams and clubs.
How much does a custom varsity jacket cost?
These are Midfield Apparel starting prices from our 2026 price list. Each jacket includes one embroidery or patch.
| Jacket build | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Wool, fleece, satin or softshell | $80 to $100 each |
| Faux leather sleeves with wool or fleece | $120 to $150 each |
| Lambskin leather sleeves with wool or fleece | $140 to $160 each |
| Cowhide leather sleeves with wool | from $180 each |
Ready to order satin varsity jackets start at $55, and our wool and leather varsity jackets start at $110. Extra patches and embroidery placements add to the price, so share your full design for an exact quote.
How to order varsity jackets for a team or school
- Choose your material and colors
- Plan your patches and placements
- Collect sizes for every player using our size guide
- Approve your design mockup
- Production and delivery in 14 to 21 days from artwork approval, including shipping
Orders over $400 ship free within the United States. For a senior class or team, order early so jackets arrive before the season banquet or holiday break.
Start your custom varsity jacket
Midfield Apparel makes custom varsity and letterman jackets for teams, schools and clubs across the USA. Explore custom varsity jackets or contact us with your colors, patches and quantity.