Solid colors, stripes, little guys, big guys…there’s a polo shirt for everyone.
The girls have their uniforms, and now it’s time to get the boys their shirts for school. Many 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 for boys under bar mitzvah age.
You can find our recommended weekday pants for boys here.
Here are some of our favorites.
Basic Solids
Zara basic piqué polo shirt is always a reliable choice. Slim and nice fit….and the price is unbeatable at $12.90. While there are very few color choices, the basic white, navy, and light blue are covered (we are still awaiting the long sleeve versions). We are really liking these pique polos from Quince which come in three basic colors. They come in both toddler and kids sizes and are great for when you just want to keep things simple. Quince quality is usually spot-on.
Primary.com as well as an endless amount of color choices in both pique cotton and a heavier interlock cotton. Lands End also upgraded their polo fabric with a new “interlock” cotton that doesn’t shrink, pill, or fade. They wash exceptionally well and run true to size, not too full or too slim.
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 (great for fuller boys – also available in plus and husky).
Looking for Extra Comfort?
These Polos at J Crew Factory are made from a soft cotton and are a great price (J. Crew also features a jersey cotton polo at a higher price) and these striped polos Primary.com are made from a soft jersey fabric, not the usual pique, they’re extra comfier and breathable, 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.
Polo Shirts with Some More Style
The first stop for cuter polos is Tottini! There are so many polo shirt styles to choose from! There’s a wider range of striped polos than you’ll find anywhere, along with solid-colored polos in pique, knits, sweatshirt, and more in both basic and seasonal colors with cute details.
3 Buttons is a really cute brand, designed by mothers of boys who saw the need for a well-fitting polo. We received great feedback on Three Button shirts! They’re great quality, really comfortable fabric, have a nice fit—and they happen to look really cute too.
Lil Legs also makes beautiful polos for boys in a variety of fabrics. Check them out!
Target usually has a very nice and affordable line of polos. See what’s currently available.
Beyond Basics: Color Blocks and Other Styles
You might also like the stylish selection at Mayoral. They’re pricier, but great quality with a little bit of twist.
Finally, Abercrombie Polos are sure to be a favorite but the full long sleeve selection is not yet available. Later in the season nice, thicker polos made of a sweatshirt material are usually available.
Active Polos
Boys now love sport/active fabrics, and there’s lots available with a collar too. J Crew usually has a nice selection of basic solids in performance fabrics. More colors and styles are expected to come.
Our boys loved the JDM Active polos this past summer–the fabric feels amazing–but for now only short sleeve is available from this brand.
For Big Guys:
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Tired of compromising on style when shopping for your husky son? Mofi is a boys clothing line designed special for the bigger boys, with looks that are just as in style and sharp as their slim-fit counterparts. See their great line of polo shirts here.
Gap Husky has solid long sleeve polos. Grab them when you see them as they always seem to be out of sizes.
Brooks Brothers is usually a good option for the huskier or bigger sizes.
Which polos are your fav?
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