Every so often, an understated clothing item gets the star treatment — and this season’s A-lister is none other than the polo shirt. Yes, the casual collared top reminiscent of prep school uniforms and Ralph Lauren-era sportswear is trending, in all of its classic iterations, from long sleeves to short sleeves and from block colors to bold stripes.
We can trace this resurgence back a year to the Spring/Summer 2024 runways. Loewe paired short-sleeve polos with knee-length bottoms, while Miu Miu unveiled ones on top of textured skirts, low-slung jeans, and the brand’s signature briefs. Simone Rocha and Emilia Wickstead followed suit for Fall/Winter 2024, and they’ve continued to trickle in on the most recent runways. Celebs like Gigi Hadid, Sabrina Carpenter, and Solange Knowles have co-signed the polo shirt, too, making this the unexpected trend of the year.
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The humble polo is a playful alternative — or addition — to tailored shirts and knit jumpers, presenting another option for autumn layering. If your inner teenager is still cringing (we don’t blame you), rest assured that 2024’s polo shirts feel much more refined and grown-up than what you might’ve worn way back when.
The best thing about the polo shirt trend now, though, is its accessibility — you can find them across a wide range of price points and brands. So, whether you’re taking the high fashion route (e.g. Baum Und Pferdgarten’s sequinned skirt styling) or incorporating the piece into your everyday wear with options from Abercrombie and H&M, scroll on to explore four R29 fashion editor-approved ways you can wear a polo shirt this autumn.
How To Style Polo Shirts For Dinner Plans
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Essential Johnny Collar SweatshirtBUY$56.00$70.00Abercrombie and Fitch
The Hustler AnkleBUY$238.00Mother
Infinity Chain NecklaceBUY$125.00PANDORA
’94 Rugby PoloBUY$22.99$39.94Old Navy
Gwyneth Lace-trim Slip SkirtBUY$168.00J.Crew
Accessories can go a long way to dress up a casual top. For dinner, pair a rugby shirt with stacked jewelry, heeled boots, and a statement handbag. Swap out your kick-flare jeans for a midi skirt for the same vibe.
How To Style Polo Shirts For The Office
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Women’s Cotton/cashmere SweaterBUY$64.95L.L. Bean
Wool Suit PantsBUY$129.99Mango
Hitch Micro Grab BagBUY$49.00COS
Beige Adidas Originals Edition Nylon Samba…BUY$180.00SSENSE
Essential Suiting Oversized BlazerBUY$199.00Good American
Essential Suiting Pleated TrousersBUY$179.00Good American
Make suit trousers your polo’s professional wingman (or wingwoman) when you head to the office. The layering options are endless, whether you throw on a matching suit jacket or chunky knit. In this case, less is more.
How To Style Polo Shirts For Going Out
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Anna Rugby ShirtBUY$98.00Reformation
High-waist Mini SkirtBUY$69.00& Other Stories
Heeled Sandals With TopstitchingBUY$169.00Massimo Dutti
Shaping Super Sheer Rip-resist TightsBUY$44.00$89.00Sheertex
Women’s Bubble Mini SkirtBUY$28.00Target
Mini Annie SandalBUY$315.00Larroudé
Wearing a polo shirt on a night out is as unexpected as the trend itself — and yet, it works. As demonstrated on the runways, skirts and polo shirts give off an edgy femininity. Pair a mini with sandals for your next bar hang, and add tights when the temperature dips.
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How To Style Polo Shirts For The Weekend
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Cream Long Sleeve Polo TopBUY$60.92$66.00Nobody’s Child
Grey Flannel Pleat Midi SkirtBUY$150.00Albaray
Dorah Tall BootsBUY$250.00Vagabond
Two-tone Cotton-blend Polo SweaterBUY$94.99$125.00Lauren Ralph Lauren
Gabardine Wool SkirtBUY$675.00Marina Rinaldi
Lauryn BootBUY$795.00Brother Vellies
The collegiate look isn’t just for schooldays. Sport your polo on the weekend with a long skirt and tall boots, and you’ve got the ultimate off-duty look.
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