Polo shirts are an essential part of most men’s wardrobe. They’re a little more dressed up than t-shirts, but they’re not nearly as formal a actual dress shirts or even casual button up shirts.
Polos are extremely versatile. You can wear them with shorts, jeans, chinos or even wool trousers. In fact, you can even tuck them in and wear them under a blazer or sport coat.
The problem is, many men don’t understand how polo shirts should fit, and they end up wearing ill-fitting polos that make them look shorter and fatter than they really are.
This is especially true for short men because it’s hard to find a polo shirt that flatters men 5’8″ and under (at least from major brands, without any alterations).
When it comes to how polo shirts should fit, there are three things to pay attention to:
#1: Overall length
#2: Body width (tight vs. baggy)
#3: Sleeve length and width
Once you understand how each part of the polo shirt should fit – and what to look out for in terms of fit mistakes – you’ll probably wonder where you can actually buy a polo shirt that fits properly.
If you’re a shorter man, I recommend checking out these brands to find shirts that were made specifically for your body type:
Another great option is to find a local tailor who can help make your polo shirts fit better. If you don’t have a tailor you can trust, you should read this guide:
Remember: a polo shirt that fits is very flattering and versatile. But when your polo doesn’t fit well, it’s not a good look, especially if you’re a man of modest height.
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