Shirts and Polos for men

The piqué polo, a legacy of tennis

Fred Perry, a British tennis champion who won Wimbledon in 1934, 1935 and 1936, launched his brand in 1952 with a cotton piqué polo embroidered with a laurel wreath, a symbol taken from the tournament. The piqué fabric, knitted in small reliefs, allows air to circulate and maintains its shape better than a smooth jersey. The model with a double piping, highlighted with two coloured stripes at the collar and sleeves, has become the brand's signature; the plain polo, the long-sleeved model, and the double-button version showcase the cut.

Stable polos, like those from Mercedes-AMG Petronas or Audi, feature the colours of Formula 1 teams.

Oxford, casual shirt or dress shirt

The Oxford shirt is woven in a basketweave: several threads pass together in each direction, creating a visible texture and a thick, durable fabric, more casual than poplin. Gant, founded in 1949 in New Haven, Connecticut, by Bernard Gantmacher, built its reputation on the button-down collar shirt, popular with American students, and today features its badge on its Shield polos.

Casual shirts from Revolution, made from cotton or linen, can be worn open or with the sleeves rolled up, while the Michael Kors Modern shirt, which is more fitted, is suitable for dressier outfits.

Properly fit and care for a polo or shirt

A well-fitted polo has a shoulder seam placed on the curve of the shoulder, sleeves that stop at mid-bicep, and a length that covers the waistband without going too low. For a shirt, check the collar: one finger should fit between the button-down collar and the neck. Long sleeves should stop at the base of the thumb.

The piqué is washed at thirty degrees, inside out with buttons open, and then laid flat to dry so it doesn't stretch. A cotton shirt should be hung damp on a hanger, which limits wrinkles and makes ironing easier, to be done on the reverse side for dark fabrics.

The full selection

The selection is organised by type:

• Long-sleeved shirts, Oxford and dress shirts.
• Short-sleeved shirts, for summer.
• Polos, in piqué, plain or piped.

The rest of the wardrobe can be found on the pages t-shirts, sweatshirts and jumpers, trousers and jeans, shoes, on the men's page.

New arrivals and good deals

The new arrivals feature the latest releases, the discounts showcase items at reduced prices, and items shipped within 24 hours are prepared and dispatched in 24 hours. The good deals, clearance and sales complete the offer.

Frequently asked questions

Short-sleeved or long-sleeved polo: which one to choose?

The short-sleeved polo remains the piece for the warm season, worn alone. The long-sleeved model, often made of denser fabric, is worn in spring and autumn and can easily pass for office attire.

Should a polo be tucked in or worn out?

A straight-bottomed polo is worn out, as its length is designed for that. Piped polos, longer at the back like tennis models, can be tucked in for a more polished look.

What is a Formula 1 team polo?

It is the polo worn by teams and engineers in the paddocks, featuring the team and partner colours and logos. Those from Mercedes-AMG Petronas or Audi are also worn daily by motorsport fans.

Should all buttons on a polo be fastened?

Most often, the top button is left undone, or even both on a double-button polo. Fully fastening it gives a stricter look, inherited from British mods of the 1960s, who were big fans of the piped polo.

How can I prevent a polo collar from curling?

Dry the polo flat or on a hanger, with the collar reshaped by hand, and avoid the tumble dryer, which shrinks the collar band. A steam iron can help restore its shape if it starts to roll.