Solid colors, stripes, little guys, big guys…there’s a polo shirt for everyone.

UPDATE: We originally posted this roundup in September 2017 and 2018. It has been updated with Fall 2019 options!

Ah uniforms! We waited all summer long for the girls to stop asking us what to wear. Now it’s time to get the boys some basics. Most boys schools require boys to wear shirts with collars. And while button-down shirts work, polo shirts are much comfier, don’t need to be ironed, and they look neat whether they’re tucked or untucked. They’re usually the go-to school attire.

 

Here are some of our favorites.

Basic Solids

Zara is our overall favorite. Slim and nice fit….and the price is unbeatable at $9.90. Pair up solid and solid like navy with navy pants for a neat crisp look. While there are very few color choices (navy, white, grey, and red), you can find a similar fit with more color choices at J Crew Factory which also with a nice slim fit.

There are also cheaper options (when using discount codes) and a bigger color selection at Old Navy and Gap, but the fit will be looser.

Like a little pocket for a bit more style?

These Polos at J Crew Factory and Primary.com both have a small pocket on the chest and stitching on collar. They’re also made from a jersey fabric, not the usual pique, they’re extra comfier and that’s a big plus. The J Crew shirts are slim, but Primary shirts will look good on bigger boys too; just size up one size. Both are also available in lots and lots of colors.

 

Of course, Ralph Lauren polos are a perennial favorite because they fit so nicely and seem to last forever and ever. Macy’s always has great sales, so that’s the time to get them. You can find the little boys’ options here or here for big boys. 

 

Big Guys

Gap Husky has solid long sleeve polos. Grab them when you see them as they always seem to be out of sizes. Lands End also makes their classic polo in husky sizes. 

Brooks Brothers is a good option for the huskier or bigger sizes. The largest size they have is 18-20. Regular polos are pricier, but always check out their sale section for some better buys.

Tommy Hilfigers XL is approximately the same size. They don’t wash as well as the Brooks Brothers but with coupons you can get a great deal. At this time of this posting we don’t see any long sleeve polos, but they occasionally have some. 

Which polos are your fav?