The Ultimate Polo Shirt Guide [2024 Update]

The polo shirt is nearly 100 years old and there are many aspects to this classic garment which can change its suitability for different occasions. To help you in your search for the perfect polo we have created the ultimate polo shirt guide which outlines all of the key aspects of polo shirt design. So, what should you look for in the perfect polo? 

Behind the Scenes: Marbella Photo Shoot

See a short video from our summer photo shoot in Marbella which was featured in the October 2018 issue of Society Marbella magazine.

What's in a Seam?

A hallmark difference between a Niccolò P. polo shirt and the vast majority of other makers is that all of our polos are constructed using a flat-felled seam

Sea Island Cotton: James Bond’s Choice

The character James Bond’s preference for Sea Island cotton is referenced in several of Ian Fleming’s books including Diamonds Are Forever, Dr No, The Man with the Golden Gun and From Russia With Love. While the books mention both shirts and underwear his preference would surely also extend to polo shirts.

Clothing and The Craft Movement

It doesn’t seem that long ago that choice in what we wore was determined by what large retailers decided should be sold based on trend ideas from market forecasters such as WGSN. Before retailers truly became multinational, an enjoyable aspect of travel was the inadvertent (or otherwise) discovery of a small local designer or brand.