Polo shirts look great, but wearing them well can be tricky. Read on for our favorite polo shirt outfit ideas.

The polo shirt is one of the most iconic men’s garments. While it’s historically associated with golfers, the polo shirt has become much more common, with everyone from office interns to celebrities sporting them.

However, the polo has also developed a reputation for being somewhat basic and lame. That might be because polos are part of many uniforms.

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You see them on everyone from elementary school boys to food service workers. The polo is also an integral part of the preppy college look that many guys prefer to avoid.

Simply put, it can be a polo-rizing garment. (Sorry, couldn’t resist.)

So how do you make a polo look good without looking like a ten-year-old or a frat bro?

In short, the trick is to start with a well-fitting shirt and build a complementary outfit that doesn’t make you look like you’ve just stepped onto a tennis court in the 1960s.

First things first: the fit.

We’ve covered how polo shirts should fit in another article, so make sure you check that out. After all, if your shirt doesn’t fit you well, your outfit isn’t going to look good.

Trust me, you do not want to start shopping without knowing that basic info about fit. It’ll save you a bunch of time (and probably money).

Now let’s take a closer look at the polo itself and the different options you have.

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Polos can also have breast pockets, though this isn’t a universal feature.

In terms of materials, polos are usually made from knitted cotton, which makes them a little heavier than t-shirts. Cotton is the most common material for polos, although some may have polyester or Spandex in them.