Polo fit in four checks
A good polo fit comes down to four checks. The shoulder seam sits at the edge of your shoulder. The collar lies flat at the base of your neck. The sleeve ends around the middle of your upper arm. The hem falls a little below your belt line. If those four are right, the rest of the polo usually looks right too.
This polo fit guide walks through each check, then shows how to apply it to a regular-fit polo like the CORE Piqué Polo or the SIGNATURE Polo. Do it in front of a mirror, in a size you have tried on, and polo fit stops being a guess.
Check 1: The shoulder seam
Look at where the sleeve joins the body. On a regular-fit polo, that seam should land on the edge of your shoulder bone, the point where your shoulder turns into your arm. If it sits too far in, the polo is too small. If it slides down toward your upper arm, the polo is too big, or it is cut with a dropped shoulder on purpose.
Polo fit test: raise your arms to the front and to the side. The polo should move with you, and the hem should not ride far up your body.
Check 2: The collar
The collar is what makes a polo a polo, so it matters most for polo fit. It should sit flat and even around the base of your neck.
- Back of the neck: the collar should touch the back of your neck without a gap, and without pushing up into your hairline.
- Front: the placket, which holds the buttons, should lie flat against your chest. If it gapes or bows out, the polo may be too tight across the chest.
- Points: the two collar points should lie down and not curl. A structured collar helps here. The CORE Piqué Polo has a structured ribbed collar and cuffs, so the collar keeps its shape.
Buttoning is a matter of taste. Leave the top button open for a relaxed look, or close it for a neater one. Either is fine as long as you can breathe comfortably.
Check 3: The sleeve
A polo sleeve should end around the middle of your upper arm. Shorter sleeves look sporty, and longer ones look loose. What you want is a neat sleeve with enough room to bend your arm without pulling.
Some polos have ribbed cuffs, which grip the arm gently. The CORE Piqué Polo has ribbed cuffs. They should sit close to the arm but not leave a mark when you take the polo off. If the cuff digs in, try the next size.
Check 4: The hem
On a regular-fit polo worn out, the hem should fall a little below your belt line, or about where your trouser pockets begin. Too short, and it rides up when you sit or reach. Too long, and it looks like a tunic.
Tucking in
If you tuck a polo in, the same rule applies in reverse. It needs enough length to stay tucked when you lift your arms or sit down. If it keeps coming out, it is too short for tucking, and better worn out.
Regular fit, explained
Both polos here are described as regular fit. In simple terms, a regular polo fit follows the shape of your body with some room in it, neither skin-tight nor oversized. You should be able to pinch a small amount of fabric at the side of your waist, and feel that it is close but not clinging. For more on the term, see what unisex regular fit means.
The two polos, briefly
| CORE Piqué Polo | SIGNATURE Polo | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹999 | ₹999 |
| House | Solids | Layers |
| Fabric | 220 GSM cotton piqué | See product page |
| Detail | Structured ribbed collar and cuffs | EKVAAR horse emblem, embroidered |
| Colours | Noor Black, Rui White, Agni Red, Neel Blue | Noor Black, Rui White |
The SIGNATURE Polo is described as holding its shape through long days. Piqué, the textured knit used in the CORE polo, is covered in what is a piqué polo. The polo fit checks above apply to both.
Common polo fit mistakes
- Choosing by chest alone. Chest width is important, but the shoulder seam tells you more about whether a polo is your size.
- Forgetting to sit down. Try the polo while seated. A polo that looks right standing can ride up or pull when you sit.
- Ignoring the collar. A collar that gapes or twists spoils the whole look, even when the body fits well.
- Sizing for shrinkage you assume. Choose the size that fits now, and follow the care label.
If you are between sizes
Decide which polo fit you want. If you like a neater, closer look, take the smaller size and check the shoulder and chest. If you want more room, or you plan to layer, take the larger one and check the sleeve and hem. Every product page has a Size guide link beside the size options, with that piece’s own measurements, so use it before you reserve. Not sure how to take your measurements? Read how to measure yourself for clothes.
A five-minute polo fit test at home
When your polo arrives, try it on with the trousers you plan to wear it with. Stand in front of a mirror in good light and go through the four checks. Then do three quick movements: reach forward as if to pick something up, raise both arms overhead, and sit on the edge of a chair. Note whether the hem rides up, the collar shifts, or the sleeves pull.
A polo that passes all three movements is a polo you will actually wear. One that fights you in the mirror will fight you all day, so it is worth taking those five minutes.
Fabric affects fit too
The same measurements can give a different polo fit in different fabrics. A 220 GSM cotton piqué has some body, so it skims the torso and keeps its shape, rather than clinging. The textured surface of piqué also hides small marks. A heavier or firmer polo will feel a little more structured, and a softer one will feel more relaxed. Take that into account when you judge polo fit across sizes.
FAQs
Where should a polo collar sit?
The collar should sit flat around the base of your neck, with no gap at the back and no rolling. It should be structured enough to hold its shape without pressing on your throat.
How long should polo sleeves be?
Sleeves should end around the middle of your upper arm. They should be snug enough to look neat, but you should still be able to bend your arm freely.
Should a polo be tucked in or out?
A regular-fit polo is made to be worn out, so the hem should fall a little below your belt line. If you prefer to tuck it in, it should be long enough to stay tucked when you move.
What if I am between two sizes?
Think about how you will wear it. If you like a closer polo fit, take the smaller size; for a more relaxed look, take the larger. Check the Size guide beside the size options on the product page.
When you know your polo fit, reserve one from the EKVAAR shop.
