The polo shirt is a timeless piece of men’s clothing. The distinctive collar and buttons are simple yet elegant. Most men can pull off wearing it by itself and still look great. But some prefer to add key pieces or mix and match to complement it.
Regardless of where you are in the spectrum, wearing men’s polo shirts can make you look and feel good. Here are some tips on how to look even better in a polo shirt.
Find the Right Fit
The first thing you have to get right when it comes to men’s polo shirts is the fit. All the subsequent decisions, whether in terms of colour or style, will be pointless if your shirt looks like it was bought for someone bigger or smaller than you.
When fitting a polo shirt, make sure that it is slim but not too tight. There should not be too much excess around the chest and stomach. The bottom hem of the shirt must hang in the middle of your fly. Also, check that the shoulder seams sit on top of your shoulder bone. As for the sleeves, they must hug the bicep without being too tight. Also, their edges must hit the mid-bicep.
Of course, your decision would still depend on your personal preference. It would also depend on your build. For instance, if you have a belly, then vlone shirts might be better to go with a more relaxed fit.
Complement It with the Right Pair of Pants
The great thing about men’s polo shirts is that you can dress them up or down, depending on the situation.
If you want a more relaxed and calm look, you can wear it with sweat pants and low-top sneakers. But make sure that the pants and shirt fit you well to avoid looking sloppy or messy.
Wear it with Shorts
If the weather gets too hot, wear denim or chino shorts with your polo shirt. You can go with monochrome colours or try different combinations. Do not tuck the shirt in and, again, make sure that it fits you well.
Wear a Blazer Over It
If you are going out with friends for dinner or officemates during casual business workdays, try wearing a blazer over your polo shirt. If the situation calls for a more formal look, try a white or black polo shirt with a dark-coloured suit.
Polo Shirt and Chinos
Can’t decide between smart casual and semi-formal? Try wearing chinos with your polo shirt. Complete the look with white sneakers, boat shoes, derby shoes, or loafers. Tuck or untuck your shirt, depending on how formal or casual the event is.
Jeans and Polo Shirt
Wearing jeans with your polo shirt can be tricky to pull off. But if you get it right, it can make you look fantastic.
A pique shirt will go well with most pairs of jeans. Their textures match, and they will make for a well-balanced ensemble.
Color Selection
Plain polo shirts will look good whatever you decide to wear with them. This is true whether you want a dark or light colour shirt. You can also go with a dual-colour polo shirt where the collar and sleeve cuffs use a different colour from the rest of the shirt.
There are so many ways that you can pick and wear the polo shirt. The key is to find something that you are comfortable with while experimenting from time to time.
Barry Lachey is a Professional Editor at Zobuz. Previously He has also worked for Moxly Sports and Network Resources “Joe Joe.” He is a graduate of the Kings College at the University of Thames Valley London. You can reach Barry via email or by phone.
