78% matchUmbro
Licensed football kits and heritage terrace sportswear
What changes: Football-only focus with on-pitch performance range, cheaper
Brand profile
Mitchell & Ness
Philadelphia label founded in 1904, now Fanatics-owned, known for officially licensed throwback sports jerseys, snapbacks and warm-up jackets.
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What to know about Mitchell & Ness
Licensed throwbacks, not generic fan gear
Everything is officially licensed by the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL and MLS, so jerseys, satin jackets and warm-ups reproduce specific past-era team kits rather than generic logos.
Snapbacks and tees carry the label
Despite the jersey heritage, caps and t-shirts are what most shoppers buy here, priced above mall sports apparel because of the licensing and reproduction detail.
A 1904 sporting goods maker, repositioned
It began in Philadelphia making tennis rackets and golf clubs; Fanatics bought it in 2022 with LeBron James, Jay-Z and Kevin Hart as investors, and Supreme and Topps are recent partners.
How Mitchell & Ness fits
Overall fit
runs large
Mitchell & Ness reproductions tend to run large and boxy in the classic throwback style, so many shoppers find they can size down from their usual fit.
Tip: Consider sizing down one, especially on jerseys, unless you want an authentic loose throwback drape.
Medium confidence · based on 15 sources
By category
| Category | Runs | Shape | Size advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackets | runs large | boxy, relaxed satin/warm-up cut | Satin jackets and warm-ups run roomy; size down for a trimmer fit. |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | slightly large | relaxed, slightly boxy | Tees are cut a bit generously; take your usual size or size down for a slimmer look. |
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | runs large | boxy, relaxed | Fleece runs big and roomy; size down if you don't want an oversized fit. |
Directional fit consensus summarized from public sources with AI — a starting point, not a guarantee. Confirm with the product's own measurements before buying.
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Mitchell & Ness fit questions
Does Mitchell & Ness run big or small?
Mitchell & Ness runs large. Consider sizing down one, especially on jerseys, unless you want an authentic loose throwback drape. Mitchell & Ness reproductions tend to run large and boxy in the classic throwback style, so many shoppers find they can size down from their usual fit.
How does Mitchell & Ness fit?
Mitchell & Ness reproductions tend to run large and boxy in the classic throwback style, so many shoppers find they can size down from their usual fit. Overall shape: boxy, oversized throwback cut.
How do Mitchell & Ness jackets fit?
Mitchell & Ness jackets runs large. Satin jackets and warm-ups run roomy; size down for a trimmer fit. Shape: boxy, relaxed satin/warm-up cut.
How do Mitchell & Ness t-shirts & graphic tees fit?
Mitchell & Ness t-shirts & graphic tees fits slightly large. Tees are cut a bit generously; take your usual size or size down for a slimmer look. Shape: relaxed, slightly boxy.
How do Mitchell & Ness hoodies & sweatshirts fit?
Mitchell & Ness hoodies & sweatshirts runs large. Fleece runs big and roomy; size down if you don't want an oversized fit. Shape: boxy, relaxed.
Brand facts
Mitchell & Ness makes vintage-inspired sports apparel: officially licensed throwback jerseys, snapbacks, satin jackets and warm-ups tied to the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL and MLS. Founded in Philadelphia in 1904 as a sporting goods maker of tennis rackets and golf clubs, it now sits under Fanatics, which acquired it in 2022 alongside investors including LeBron James, Jay-Z and Kevin Hart. Emilie Arel became president in February 2025, and the label is opening a three-level Walnut Street flagship in Center City. Recent partners include Supreme and Topps.
- Founded
- 1904
- Origin
- Philadelphia, United States
- Made in
- China
- Price
- $$$
- Focus
- Unisex
- Facts checked
- September 2026
- Styles
- Streetwear, Athleisure / Sportswear, Y2K