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. there is a collar and cuffs;
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, covering almost a century.

It all started in India, this country is the birthplace of polo. A long time ago, already in the 6th century BC Indians came up with entertainment - they mounted a horse or an elephant and with a stick they tried to score a ball made of willow rods into the opponent’s goal. Moreover, the players wore the same uniform - a sweater made of knitted fabric with long sleeves.

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

In 1926, tennis player Rene Lacoste became the “instigator” of a fashionable coup in the world of sports. He simply changed his clothes to enter the court - now Lacoste put on a white T-shirt, which had three buttons, a collar and sleeves to the elbow.This was a sensation, because before athletes wore exclusively classic-style shirts.

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

Further fashionable ideas of designers were aimed at modernizing the polo, a variety of styles and models. In the middle of the 20th century, Frederick Perry changed the design of the shirts: he made the sleeves shorter, there were contrasting stripes on the cuffs and collar, he created models of different colors. In the 70s, renowned designer Ralph Lauren shortened his sleeves to make a polo shirt. During this period, polo fashion penetrates 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 item of fashionistas’s wardrobe, which occupies a special place and has several advantages:

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

For almost a hundred-year-old history of the shirt, its style has hardly changed. Polo is not subject to time and fashion trends. They firmly entered many wardrobes due to their versatility, simple cut and elegance. Natural, wear-resistant material allowed designers to create polo models for children.

Many couturiers liked the polo style, it seemed so commercial to them that there were models of polo dresses, polo with long sleeves, loose cut and figure. They are in no less demand than the legendary shirt in its original form, allowing you to create trendy images in sports, street and business styles.

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

Polo is suitable for almost any type of figure, but the model should not sit loose or too chipped. Option - I will lose weight or, conversely, gain a little weight, is excluded.

A well-chosen shirt is one that emphasizes forms, but does not fit them. The lower edge of the product necessarily passes at the level of the pelvis, this will allow the figure to look harmonious and proportionate.

With the hourglass shape, any polo shirt will accentuate the perfect curves and sit like a glove. Disproportionate figures will balance the polo of a free cut. Full hands will hide a long sleeve.

There is only one rule when choosing a polo, following which will allow you to find the perfect model: precisely selected 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 for the color scheme 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 are suitable - black and white.

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

Designers do not forget to pamper their children with their fashion collections. Children's polo shirts are comfortable, only natural fabrics that are pleasant to the body are used. In such products, the kids 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 is worth noting that clothing for sports has never been the subject of high interest of fashion designers. But when its creators are famous couturiers and world-famous brands, it becomes a classic.

Rene Lacoste - the first who managed to build polo to the top of world fashion. Today, the Lacoste brand produces the best quality products. They are sewn from all 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 Ralph Lauren - style and elegance in the best traditions of haute couture. Initially, Ralph sewed shirts only for men, but in 1971 he created a female polo line, and it was received with great enthusiasm. A distinctive feature of this brand is the symbol-patch in the form of a polo player.

Tommy hilfiger - a synonym for 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. Their creator was tennis player Frederick Perry. Having a fairly high cost, they have gained popularity among youth subcultures due to the simplest design and a minimum of decorative elements.

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

A polo-neck is still a more athletic thing, but fashionistas like to combine it with various wardrobe items, getting interesting and original bows.

A striking image for walking or playing sports - polo with shorts. The classic sport style and trendy bow in the summer season. Absolutely any shade of a shirt will suit neutral colors of the bottom. From shoes such an ensemble is combined with sandals, ballet shoes, sneakers, sneakers, flip flops.

A polo with a skirt is not an ordinary combination. But a strict skirt and a plain polo of a non-screaming shade will make up an elegant duet in a business style. Either stiletto pumps or massive heeled shoes are suitable for alongside. Slender girls are better off choosing a fitted shirt and tucking it into a skirt, and ladies with curvaceous shapes should wear a loose polo to issue. Also in cool weather, the jacket will complement this look.

Pants with a polo shirt - in this tandem, jeans are as if specially created for polo, connecting, it turns out an informal walking set. Jeans style is allowed any - from boyfriends to skinny.

It is very simple to create actual images with a polo shirt. They are concise, due to which they perfectly complement the sports, business and casual style.

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

It looks sporty and summer-style 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 the accessories.

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