Men's polo and rugby shirts

Men's polo and rugby shirts

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Pre-owned men's polo shirts in short and long sleeve, and rugby shirts in heavier cotton.

Polo shirts

A polo shirt has a soft collar, a short button placket and ribbed cuffs, and it is usually made from cotton piqué, a knit with a fine, textured surface that lets air through. The long sleeve polo has the same collar and placket with full-length sleeves and cuffs. Ralph Lauren polo shirts have their own page, and the Ralph Lauren guide explains the lines and labels of the brand.

Rugby shirts

A rugby shirt is made from heavier cotton than a polo and has a woven collar that holds its shape, a longer button placket and often wide stripes across the body. It is worn like a sweatshirt in spring and autumn.

Size and measurements

Polo shirts differ in cut between brands, from a close cut to a wider, classic cut. Comparing those numbers with a polo shirt that is already worn works better than the size on the label, and the guide to measuring pit to pit explains the method.

Polo and rugby shirts for everyone are under polo and rugby shirts, button shirts are under men's shirts, and the women's range is under women's polo shirts. The full men's range is under men's clothing.

Questions about men's polo shirts

What is the difference between a polo shirt and a rugby shirt?

A polo shirt is made from light cotton piqué with a soft collar. A rugby shirt is made from heavier cotton jersey and has a stiffer woven collar.

How should a cotton polo shirt be washed?

The care label inside the item gives the instructions for that item. Cotton is best washed cold and air dried, because tumble drying is the biggest single cause of shrinkage in cotton. More is in the guide to washing and caring for clothing.

How is the condition of an item described?

Every item has a condition label, and any imperfection is stated in the condition description of the item.