The short answer
To wear a polo beyond the office, change what surrounds it and keep the polo itself simple. Swap formal trousers for joggers or relaxed cotton pants, drop the belt, choose a solid colour, and let the collar do the work. Three polo outfits below cover a dinner, a weekend and a travel day.
The two polos we use in these polo outfits are the SIGNATURE Polo and the CORE Piqué Polo. The trousers are the EASE Joggers.
Know your two polos
SIGNATURE Polo, ₹999
A Layers piece. The EKVAAR horse emblem is embroidered on a clean polo that holds its shape through long days. It is offered in Noor Black and Rui White. The emblem is the only mark, so it works as a small point of interest.
CORE Piqué Polo, ₹999
A Solids piece. It is a 220 GSM cotton piqué polo with a structured ribbed collar and cuffs, in a regular fit. It is offered in Noor Black, Rui White, Agni Red and Neel Blue, and it has no embroidery at all.
If you are unsure which to pick, our comparison of the CORE Piqué Polo and the SIGNATURE Polo sets them side by side.
Outfit one: a dinner
Wear: SIGNATURE Polo in Noor Black, EASE Joggers in Noor Black or Neel Blue, plain leather or clean canvas shoes.
Black on black gives the quietest of these polo outfits, a tonal look where the embroidered horse is the only detail. The EASE Joggers are a relaxed cotton jogger with a tapered leg and ribbed waist and cuffs, which is a sharper line than a wide sweatpant. Tuck the polo in loosely if the restaurant calls for it, and leave it out if it does not.
Why it works
- One colour family makes the outfit look considered without effort.
- The tapered leg and ribbed cuff keep the outline neat.
- No belt, no watch strap fuss, no logo you have to explain.
Outfit two: a weekend
Wear: CORE Piqué Polo in Rui White, EASE Joggers in Arav Green or Gulabi Pink, white sneakers.
Weekend polo outfits can be lighter and looser. The white piqué polo brings a fresh, clean top half, and a coloured jogger below brings a little life. Roll the polo’s sleeves once if it is warm. The 220 GSM piqué has a textured surface, so it does not look flat next to the cotton joggers.
If you want your polo outfits to keep to the six house colours, Arav Green with Rui White is a calm pair. Gulabi Pink with Rui White is softer and lighter. See our polo or tee guide for when a polo is the better choice than a plain tee.
Outfit three: a travel day
Wear: CORE Piqué Polo in Neel Blue, EASE Joggers in Noor Black, comfortable slip-on shoes.
Travel polo outfits need comfort first and a presentable look second. The ribbed waist and cuffs of the EASE Joggers stay put over a long journey, and the polo’s structured collar means you can step off a train and go straight into a meeting or a family dinner without changing. The joggers were designed for slow mornings, travel and everything in between.
Pack the polo folded, not rolled, and hang it as soon as you arrive. Here are the three polo outfits side by side.
| Occasion | Polo | Bottom | Feel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dinner | SIGNATURE Polo, Noor Black | EASE Joggers, Noor Black or Neel Blue | Tonal, sharp |
| Weekend | CORE Piqué Polo, Rui White | EASE Joggers, Arav Green or Gulabi Pink | Fresh, easy |
| Travel | CORE Piqué Polo, Neel Blue | EASE Joggers, Noor Black | Comfortable, neat |
Five small rules for better polo outfits
- Keep the polo solid. A plain polo takes on any outfit. Busy patterns push it back towards the office.
- Skip the belt. A drawstring or ribbed waist makes the outfit look intentional instead of formal.
- Mind the length. A polo that lands near the hip pocket line looks better untucked than one that hangs low.
- Roll, do not button up. Leave the top button open. Fully buttoned reads like a uniform.
- Change the shoes. Swap formal shoes for clean sneakers, and the whole outfit shifts.
For sizing, use the Size guide link beside the size options on each product page, which lists that piece’s own measurements. Our note on how a polo should fit covers shoulders, collar and hem.
What to avoid in polo outfits
- A stiff, shiny polo with tight sleeves, which looks like a work uniform in any setting.
- Pairing a polo with formal trousers and a formal belt if the aim is to look relaxed.
- Too many colours. Two are plenty, and three is the limit.
Care so the polo keeps its shape
A polo loses its polish when the collar curls or the body twists in the wash. A few habits help. Wash it inside out with similar colours, close the placket, and skip a hard spin. Dry it flat or on a hanger in shade, and pull the collar into shape while it is damp. The embroidered horse on the SIGNATURE Polo should be kept inside out in the wash as well. Our guide to how embroidery and print age explains why.
Which polo first
If you only buy one, choose by how you will use it. Pick the CORE Piqué Polo if you want a plain, flexible piece in a colour such as Neel Blue or Agni Red. Pick the SIGNATURE Polo if you like a small mark and prefer Noor Black or Rui White. Both are ₹999, so the choice is about taste and not budget. If you are torn between the two, wear the CORE for the weekend outfit and the SIGNATURE for dinner, which is how the polo outfits above are split.
Adding a layer
When evenings turn cool, a light layer helps polo outfits travel further. A zip hoodie or an open shirt over the polo keeps the collar visible and adds warmth. Keep the layer in the same colour family as the joggers, and the outfit stays tidy. For a pairing of polo and tee choices, see also polo or tee.
Each piece is made for you in India once you reserve it, and shipping is free across India.
One last point on colour in polo outfits. Keep to the colours a piece is offered in, and let the polo be the quiet part of the outfit. If the joggers carry the colour, the polo should be neutral, and the other way round. That simple balance is what keeps a polo relaxed instead of formal.
FAQs
Can a polo be worn outside the office?
Yes. A polo sits between a tee and a shirt, which makes it useful for dinners, travel and weekends. For relaxed polo outfits, pair it with relaxed trousers or joggers to soften the look.
Which EKVAAR polo is dressier?
The SIGNATURE Polo, with its embroidered horse emblem, reads a little more formal. The CORE Piqué Polo is plainer and easier to dress down.
Can I wear a polo with joggers?
Yes. Polo outfits with joggers work if the polo is clean and structured and the joggers are a solid colour. The EASE Joggers have a tapered leg and ribbed waist and cuffs, which keeps the outfit tidy.
Should a polo be tucked in?
It depends on the setting. Tucked in reads sharper for dinners, and untucked reads easier for weekends. Choose the length that sits comfortably at the hem when you do either.
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