Polo Shirts
Men's knitted polo shirts
Men's knitted polo shirts sit between a jumper and a standard cotton polo, built from the same yarns as the knitwear range but cut to a shirt-like silhouette.
What separates a knitted polo from cotton jersey
A men's knitted polo shirt is constructed from interlocking loops of cotton or a cotton-cashmere blend rather than the flat jersey used in a standard polo, which gives it more texture and a heavier drape. A fully fashioned collar, knitted to shape rather than cut and sewn from separate fabric, sits closer to the neck and holds its structure through repeated wear better than a bonded jersey collar. Cotton at 220-250 g/m² is standard across the range, dense enough to hold the ribbed placket without losing shape.
A ribbed side panel, knitted into the side seams for stretch, allows the fitted silhouette to move without straining the fabric across the shoulders.
Wearing a knitted polo with tailoring
A knitted polo layers under a jacket with less bulk than a chunky jumper, making it a natural substitute for a shirt in warmer months when a full knit feels too heavy.
A navy knitted polo under an unstructured stone jacket with grey trousers, for an office look that stays smart without a shirt collar.
The same polo with dark denim and suede loafers for an evening that stays relaxed but considered.
Caring for a knitted polo
A cotton men's knitted polo shirt holds its shape better when laid flat to dry rather than hung, since the knit construction is more prone to stretching at the shoulders than woven cotton.
What's the difference between a knitted polo and a standard cotton polo?
A knitted polo is built from interlocking loops of yarn, giving it more texture and stretch, while a standard polo uses flat piqué jersey with a smoother, more uniform surface. Knitted polos tend to sit heavier and drape more like a light jumper. Both can share similar cotton quality, differing mainly in construction method.
Can a knitted polo be worn under a jacket?
A fine-gauge knitted polo in cotton or a cotton-cashmere blend sits closely enough under tailoring to avoid bulk at the collar. Choosing a slimmer fit reduces excess fabric that can bunch under a jacket's shoulder line. Darker, solid colours read more deliberately in this pairing than patterned styles.
Does a knitted polo work in warmer weather?
A lighter-weight knitted polo in cotton, rather than a wool blend, breathes well enough for mild spring and early autumn days. It's generally too warm for peak summer heat compared with a standard jersey polo. Cotton-cashmere blends suit cooler transitional weather better than warm-weather wear.