Polo shirts were originally used by Polo players back in the 1920’s. The exact origin of the Polo shirt is unknown, but it is thought and widely recorded as being seen in the late 1800’s in Manipur, India, after British soldiers witnessed a match there. The sport became popular with British army and tea planters and the sport was introduced to England in 1862. The collars of a Polo shirt were originally button to the shirt to stop them flapping in the wind. The collars were applied to formal shirts by the Brooks Brothers and became the iconic button down shirt that has been the most imitated piece of men’s fashion ever. With a Plankett neckline and 3 buttons, they should be worn buttoned to the top.
Polo Shirts can be worn as Business casual or smart casual wear outfits. It is also a go to piece of clothing by British men to wear with jeans and trainers, or even underneath a smart jacket with trousers. Take a look at some of the best British Polo Shirt Brands and makers below.