Polo shirt

Polo is a shirt that has a number of distinctive features:

1. short sleeve;
2. the number of buttons varies from 2 to 4 buttons;
3. collar and cuffs available;
4. additional elements: chest pockets and brand logo in the form of a patch;
5. fabric - 100% cotton;
6. intersection of styles - sports, casual, office;
7. a variety of models for everyone: women, men, children.

Polo shirts got their name from the game of the same name, and the history of this wardrobe item is very unusual, filled with many interesting events, spanning almost a century.

It all started in India, this country is the birthplace of polo. Long ago, already in the 6th century BC. The Indians came up with entertainment - they sat on a horse or an elephant and, with the help of a club, tried to score a ball made of willow twigs into the opponent's goal. Moreover, the players wore the same uniform - a jersey jacket with long sleeves.

Then the history of polo moves to England. In 1871, the first polo tournament took place in foggy Albion. After such an event, the game was popularized, and the first equestrian polo club was created in America. From that moment on, the formation of teams and the emergence of professional players took place, so the management of the clubs seriously thought about uniforms.

In 1926, tennis player Rene Lacoste became the "instigator" of a fashionable revolution in the world of sports. He simply changed his clothes for going out to the court - now Lacoste wore a white T-shirt, which had three buttons, a collar and sleeves to the elbow.This became a sensation, because earlier athletes wore only classic-cut shirts.

Seven years later, Lacoste creates his own brand. Now Lacoste is clothing for professional athletes. And from this time, you can count the history of modern polo shirts.

Further fashionable ideas of the designers were aimed at modernizing polo, a variety of styles and models. In the middle of the 20th century, Frederick Perry changed the design of shirts: he made the sleeves shorter, contrasting stripes appeared on the cuffs and collar, and created models in different colors. In the 70s, renowned designer Ralph Lauren shortened the sleeves to create a polo shirt. During this period, the fashion for polo penetrated the Soviet Union.

The named dates are the main milestones in the history of the development of fashion for polo shirts, which determined their modern look.

Polo shirts are an interesting wardrobe item for women of fashion, which occupies a special place and has a number of advantages:

1. Versatility - with the help of a shirt, you can create a huge number of fashionable bows in different stylistic directions.
2. Stylishness and elegance will emphasize the high quality of the fabric, impeccable cut and tailoring, and the loose-fitting silhouette will emphasize the grace of the figure.
3. Conciseness... Polos contain very few elements - a few buttons, a collar, cuffs and a pocket. Nothing superfluous, the main thing is simplicity in the details.

For almost a century of the history of the existence of the shirt, its style has hardly changed. Polo shirts are timeless and timeless. They have become part of many wardrobes due to their versatility, uncomplicated cut and elegance. Natural, durable material allowed designers to create polo models for children.

The polo style fell in love with many couturiers, it seemed so commercial to them that models of polo dresses, polo with long sleeves, free cut and figure appeared. They are in no less demand than the legendary shirt in its original form, allowing you to create trendy looks in sports, street and business styles.

For lovers of needlework, or rather knitting, creating a polo shirt with their own hands will not be difficult. They knit easily, you can use yarn of any color, create interesting ornaments, inserts. The resulting item will be unique, in one single copy.

The polo suits almost any body type, but the model should not sit loose or too tight. Option - I will lose weight or, conversely, gain a little weight, is excluded.

A well-matched shirt is one that emphasizes the shape, but does not fit it tight. The lower edge of the product must pass at the level of the pelvis, this will allow the figure to look harmonious and proportional.

With an hourglass body type, any polo shirt will accentuate the perfect curves and fit like a glove. Disproportionate shapes balance the oversized polo. A long sleeve will hide plump arms.

There is only one rule when choosing a polo shirt, following which will allow you to find the perfect model: exactly the right size. A wide shirt - a visual increase in the bulkiness of the figure, a narrow one - emphasizing all imbalances in the body.

There are no clear boundaries and rules of color for polo shirts.But still, it is worth paying attention to in what situation the thing will be used. For example, for a business meeting and work, classic colors - black and white - are suitable.

There are no color restrictions for walking, going to the gym - green, red, pink, yellow, blue.

Designers do not forget to pamper children with their fashion collections. Children's polo shirts are comfortable, only natural fabrics are used that are pleasant to the body. In such products, babies do not sweat and feel comfortable in any conditions.

Polo shirts are incredibly popular. They are created by designers of famous fashion houses and the most affordable brands of the mass segment. It should be noted that clothing for sports has never been the subject of increased interest of fashion designers. But when its creators are famous couturiers and world-famous brands, it becomes a classic.

René Lacoste - the first who managed to elevate polo to the top of world fashion. Today the Lacoste brand produces products of the best quality. They are sewn from completely natural soft cotton. Polos of this brand differ from the rest with buttons made of polymer mass and an element-patch in the form of a crocodile.

Polo by Ralph Lauren - style and elegance in the best traditions of high fashion. Initially, Ralph made shirts only for men, but in 1971 he created a polo line for women, and it was accepted with great enthusiasm. A distinctive feature of this brand is the stripe symbol in the form of a polo player.

Tommy hilfiger - synonymous with American style. Polo shirts have become the most recognizable products of this brand. Consistently high quality materials, simplicity of design and affordable prices - these are the components of Tommy Hilfeger's success.

Fred Perry polo shirts - a symbol of youth and rebellious spirit. Tennis player Frederick Perry became their creator. Having a fairly high cost, they have gained popularity among youth subcultures due to the simplest design and a minimum of decorative elements.

Polos exclusively for sports brands Nike and Adidas are also made from natural cotton fabric, but with the addition of a small percentage of synthetics. Elastane will allow the model to sit on the figure, wick moisture away from the body and keep it cool when playing sports.

A polo shirt is still more of a sports thing, but women of fashion love to combine it with various wardrobe items, getting interesting and original bows.

A striking look for walking or playing sports - polo with shorts. Classic sport style and trendy bows in the summer season. Absolutely any shade of a shirt is suitable for neutral colors of the bottom. From shoes, such an ensemble is combined with sandals, ballet flats, sneakers, sneakers, flip flops.

A polo shirt with a skirt is not an ordinary combination. But a strict skirt and a plain polo in a non-flashy shade will make an elegant duet in a business style. Either stiletto heels or shoes with massive heels are suitable for the outfit. It is better for slender girls to opt for a fitted shirt and tuck it into a skirt, and ladies with curvaceous shapes - a loose polo for release. Also, in cool weather, a jacket will complement this look.

Trousers with a polo shirt - in this tandem, jeans seem to be specially created for polo, connecting, you get an informal walking set. Any style of jeans is allowed - from boyfriends to skinny.

It's easy to create trendy looks with a polo shirt.They are laconic, thanks to which they perfectly complement sports, business and casual style.

True casual style - polo with jeans. Complement with comfortable shoes, a shoulder bag and in such a bow it is convenient to walk, go shopping or visit the cinema with friends.

Looks sporty and summer polo with shorts. The top is allowed in any color - from white to bright red. It is better to combine with sandals or sneakers; a cap will fit from accessories.

A skirt and a polo do not seem to be combined in words, but in reality it turns out to be an ultra-fashionable bow. Take a strict pencil skirt and add boats - the business style is ready. For a casual look, an informal skirt with sneakers is good, they together create a sporty mood.