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Forget boring, business-casual vibes. These picks are made for the good life. (And yeah, they'll look great at the office, too.) T Shirt For Women
To be honest, the polo shirt hasn't had the easiest time. For a while, it was shorthand for a kind of office-schlub, sad-sack resignation to the worst impulses of business casual. Then finance-bro versions came along and became the de facto uniform of Wall Street post-grads and lawn-mowing dads alike. And obviously they've become invisibly branded with the phrase "I <3 golf." Yeah, it's been a struggle.
So we totally get why you might be a little hesitant to don a polo shirt. But in acknowledging the polo shirt's checkered past, we hope that we've also given you the foundation to trust us when we tell you the polo is back, baby, and it's looking better than ever. There's a whole slew of polos on the market, ranging from the classic Ralph Lauren style to sweater-y, mid-century-ish versions. These are polo shirts for hanging out and hanging loose. The only polo shirts you'll find here are made for the good life.
Now, the polo is one of the smartest pieces of clothing a guy could own. It doesn't matter the season—the same styles that you wore solo in spring and summer make for great layering pieces in winter and fall, whether under a blazer, sweater, or cardigan. Hell, some of these polos are even cashmere—a fabric you couldn't pay us to wear when it's over 60 degrees. If you don't believe us yet, maybe these 20 polo shirts will convince you otherwise.
A go-to option if ever there was one. Wear. Wash. Repeat.
Leave it to Todd Snyder to make a polo—so often considered a staple of East Coast prep—into a paragon of laid-back, West Coast style.
Soft to the touch and stylish in looks, this is the go-to option for a no-nonsense polo.
A casual, everyday vibe that can be smartened up in a jiffy with a blazer and loafers, or dressed down with denim.
For under $10, this soft style is a steal.
Small-batch garment dyeing creates a timeworn effect in this faded wash. Disclaimer: it's not suede—it's sueded for softness.
The Stone Island logo is basically a seal of approval at this point—especially on a polo this sharp.
Name one thing more classic than a Ralph Lauren polo. We'll wait.
Sweat-wicking, odor-preventing fabric makes this the ultimate polo for an active day.
Wear this with slacks and loafers or jeans and sneakers—whatever the occasion is, it'll rise right to it.
Lacoste is, after all, an OG in the world of polos. If anyone's perfected the art that they created, it's these guys.
Ted Baker imbues everyday elegance into a versatile, preppy polo that's easy to dress up or dress down.
It's in the name: this is fancy. It's not too fancy, though, but with that 100% Mongolian cashmere fabric, you'll certainly feel like a king.
In the rare occasion that you do intend to wear your polo to the golf course, Vuori's knit polo is perfect for doing just that. It's quick-drying and moisture-wicking, so you will keep dry in the heat.
Burberry knows its way around the classics. This polo is smart and sharp.
For a classy statement look, there's no going wrong with Gucci.
Uniqlo doing what Uniqlo does best: providing simple, well-made basics at a fantastic pricepoint.
The house's iconic bee makes an appearance on a subtly striped polo shirt. Luxury meets function in elegant ergonomics.
The label's Tennis Club Check print elevates country club prep by giving it an edgy twist. This retro polo is bringing back all the vintage vibes.
You know Moncler for its puffy parkas, but you love it for its polos. Or at least you will once you try this one on.
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