Pull the Prep out of Polo Shirts

The collared staple of collegiate scholars and country club members, polo shirts, were once reserved for prepsters. Erase your memories of popped collars and stacked multi-colored polos and replace them with a new reality. A classic polo can become chic and sleek with high fashion touches.

Incorporate these traditional pieces back into your wardrobe with these styling suggestions.

Different Styles

Basic buttons and crisp collars no longer cut it. Bring these basics back to life with floral patterns, stripe detailing and sheer paneling— essentially any element that goes beyond former polo standards. Wear one of these pretty polos as a statement piece with jeans. These school uniform staples are having a runway-worthy revival.

Sleek Silhouettes

Update a polo shirt by pairing one with better bottoms than classic chinos. Tuck one into a pair of wide-leg, high-waisted trousers for a contemporary spin or go girly with a silky mid-length skirt. Finish off either of these looks with a pair of strappy stilettos. If you’re going for traditional on top, you should always play it up on your lower half.

Layering Tricks

Instead of layering polos on top of one another, mix it up with jackets that will top off your outfit with texture. Go with a motorcycle-inspired black leather jacket to add edge or bring in a sporty bomber to play into the cool jock look.

Prim and proper no more, polos have come to join the fashion big leagues. They don’t determine your style, you determine theirs.

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