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Tyson Fury and Claudio Lugli: The Story Behind Boxing's Most Famous Suits and Shirts


Est. 2015 - The Gypsy King x Claudio Lugli

Every brand has a defining moment. For Claudio Lugli, one of those moments began with a phone call - and less than a day to answer it.

At the time, Tyson Fury was preparing for the biggest fight of his career against Wladimir Klitschko. He was already a hugely respected heavyweight contender, but few could have predicted the global phenomenon he would become. What followed grew into one of the most recognisable relationships between an athlete and a fashion brand in modern sport.

What brand does Tyson Fury wear? Tyson Fury wears Claudio Lugli, the London design house behind his best-known suits and shirts. The two have worked together since 2015 - from his most talked-about press-conference suits to the official Claudio Lugli x Tyson Fury Gypsy King collection. Here is the full story.

18
hours. That was all the notice we had to design and deliver Tyson's first Claudio Lugli suit before he stepped onto the world stage. It was the start of a partnership that has now lasted more than a decade.

The story, year by year

2015 - The Call
The 18-hour suit

One question - "Can you make Tyson Fury a suit?" - and a press conference less than a day away. We pulled together a Claudio Lugli suit in under 18 hours, not knowing it was the first chapter of a decade-long story.

The Approach
A champion who refused to blend in

Where most fighters arrived in standard navy or charcoal, Tyson understood boxing is entertainment as well as sport. He wanted his clothing to reflect the entrance, the personality and the spectacle - and it did.

The Viral Years
The suits that went global

The custom "You Big Dosser" suit, pieces carrying Tyson's own image and personal slogans, and designs referencing his mental-health journey - each one a moment, a fight, a message. Tailoring had become storytelling.

Beyond Fight Week
Part of his public identity

Book launches, television appearances, award ceremonies and public engagements. Seeing Tyson enter a room in something bold, colourful and completely unapologetic became exactly what fans expected of the Gypsy King.

The Collection
From bespoke suits to an official range

The partnership evolved into the official Claudio Lugli x Tyson Fury collection - Team Fury pieces, Gypsy King prints and shirts made for his supporters, so fans could own a small piece of the story.

Today
A friendship that endures

World titles, comebacks, viral suits and an official collection - a relationship that continues to this day. Not bad for a project that started with less than 18 hours notice.

The best collaborations happen when both sides are willing to take risks. Tyson never lacked that quality.

A relationship built on trust

The collaboration endured because it was never simply about clothing. Tyson trusted us to understand his personality; we trusted Tyson to wear pieces most people would not have the confidence to even consider. Together, that created something memorable.

Own a piece of the story

Team Fury pieces, Gypsy King prints and shirts designed for his supporters.

Shop the Gypsy King Collection

Tyson Fury & Claudio Lugli: FAQs

What brand does Tyson Fury wear?

Tyson Fury wears Claudio Lugli, a London-based fashion house that has designed his suits and shirts since 2015 - including the viral "You Big Dosser" suit and the official Gypsy King collection.

What shirts does Tyson Fury wear?

Tyson Fury wears Claudio Lugli printed shirts, including designs from the official Tyson Fury Gypsy King collection.

Where can I buy Tyson Fury's shirts?

The official Claudio Lugli x Tyson Fury range is available online at claudioluglishirts.com in the Gypsy King collection.

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Want to make your own statement? Explore the full men's printed shirts collection and discover the bold, British-designed prints behind the Claudio Lugli name.


Tyson Fury and Claudio Lugli: The Story Behind Boxing's Most Famous Suits and Shirts - Claudio Lugli Shirts
Omid Salimian, Claudio Lugli
Written by
Omid Salimian
Creative Director, Claudio Lugli
Omid Salimian is the creative lead behind Claudio Lugli, shaping the brand from the inside out. His influence runs across print and product design, the creation of each new collection, and the customer experience itself.