Having a collection of colored polo knit shirts is a smart way for the average man to have the right casual top at his disposal. You can always have a selection of your favorite color, but don't be afraid to branch out into other shades as well, to add some variety to your wardrobe.
Wearing Colored Polo Knit Shirts
If you wear a suit and tie every day to the office, a casual polo shirt probably feels more comfortable on the weekends. There isn't much to slipping into a polo top. Typically, these shirts feature a collar (wearing them upturned was a big fad in the 80's for men's fashion) and two or three buttons at the top. While short sleeve polo shirts are widely available, you can also find long-sleeved versions for cool weather wear.
While this is a casual style, you have a degree of leeway in how you wear it. This option won't take the place of a button-down business shirt, but you can make it look dressier, for dressy casual events.
Tips on how to wear your colored polo knit shirts include:
- Jeans: A polo shirt and jeans combination is easy. It can be your go-to casual outfit for hanging out, going on a no-pressure date, seeing your friends…for just about any occasion where dressing up isn't required. While sneakers may seem like the obvious choice of footwear, you can also wear loafers, boat shoes or sandals.
- Khakis: This will be slightly dressier, but still acceptably casual. Loafers or boat shoes lend a preppy flavor to this ensemble.
- Shorts: Jean shorts, twill shorts or cotton shorts all look fine with polo shirts. Smart for spring or summer outfits, you'll keep cool, but look smart at the same time. A polo top has more style than just a plain tee shirt and requires the same amount of effort to wear.
- Under sweaters or sweater vests: When the weather cools off, you can wear a long-sleeved polo shirt under a sweater or sweater vest. The extra layer adds warmth and a polished look.
Colors and Patterns
So how do you wear these colored shirts and still feel comfortable, especially if you're not used to wearing bold colors and patterns? Polo shirts come in all shades, from pastel to bright. While white or black are basic choices, don't be afraid to branch out into other colors. You can find polo shirts in just about any color imaginable, including:
- Red
- Pink
- Navy blue
- Light blue
- Light green
- Forest green
- Orange
- Yellow
- Striped
Jeans pair well with most casual tops. All you have to do is grab your favorite colored polo to go with them. This can be a solid or striped shirt. Khakis, either shorts or slacks, also work well with various colors. You may choose to match your socks to your shirt if you like these items to coordinate, but it's not necessary.
If you wear plaid shorts, it's best to choose a polo shirt in a color that corresponds with a color in the plaid. For instance, if your plaid colors are red, blue and yellow, a colored top in any of those shades with the same saturation, will match well.
Buy Polo Shirts
You can find a wide range of prices for this basic men's shirt, although they look very much the same from brand to brand. Typically, if you like wearing designer names, you're paying as much for the name as for the quality. You don't have to spend a lot of money to get a shirt that will last for years with proper care.
You can find these versatile items in the men's section of your local department store, as well as menswear boutiques and online shops that carry men's fashions.
Versatile and Casual
As a part of a man's casual wardrobe, polo shirts are exceptionally versatile. When you add some color into the mix, you can dress stylishly while not being overdressed.
