The Best Polo Shirts for Men for That Cool Casual Style

The humble polo shirt is as versatile as it gets when it comes to everyday style. A polo shirt outfit doesn't try too hard to be seen and yet works double-time for that effortlessly cool vibe. Wear a polo shirt during a Zoom call or reserve one for that once-a-week trip to the office and it almost never fails (unless it's a poor fit).

Mix and match them as loudly or calmly as you want. But do remember that we don't have to settle for the same old plain print, cotton plain Jane polo shirts that we used to have. They can be so much more. Check out this list for some of the best men's polo shirts in the Philippines.

The Legacy Fit

Lacoste

Men's Lacoste Slim Fit Stretch Cotton Piqué Polo (Navy Blue) - P4,950. Shop here.

If you want to go comfortably stylish with your polo shirt outfit, you can't go wrong with a classic pique Lacoste fit. It is, after all, a favorite among Filipinos for its understated charm. Its the polo that works with you and for you to create as timeless a look as there has ever been. Pair it with a set of decent solid trousers and you're set for another day at the office.

Rugged, Smart, and Freewheeling

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Old Navy Vintage Garment-Dyed Slub-Knit Polo Shirt for Men - P1,250. Shop here.

What would we do without the knit polo? If you want the best men's polo shirts in the business, you ought to go knitted. A little texture never hurt anyone, after all. They boast a calm collectedness and bravado that is reminiscent of leading men straight out of old-timey Hollywood. Of course, you can choose to go rugged with them, too, which makes these babies the polo for the everyday man—smart, smooth, and business as usual.

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Legends Off the Field

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Zara Viscose Knit Polo Shirt - P4,995. Shop here. 

As far as men's shirts go, polo shirts can be a symbol of retro cool. And knit polos like this can channel that sly '60s look. The knit polo is a staple of mid-century elegance, evidenced by its numerous appearances in movies from that era. It's one thing to seen them on the screen and it's another for you to wear it. So remember that your polo shirt oufit here is carrying the weight of heritage, okay?

Bold Is the Way to Go

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Polo Ralph Lauren Striped Short Sleeves Polo Shirt - P10,463. Shop here.

Hey, we can't have a best men's polo shirt recommendation list without Ralph Lauren, right? If you're too cool and edgy for those basic men's shirts, you should check out polo shirts like this one from Ralph Lauren. It just dares you to be bold. Experiment all you want with your polo shirt outfit, considering that the worst you can do is to seem tacky or campy, which can be a compliment if you think about it. These patterns are eccentric, loud, and vibrant, and can easily be paired with maroon corduroy pants and some white sneakers, and yes, we can throw a bucket hat in there, too.

Wild Ones

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Men's Lacoste x National Geographic Animal Print Polo Shirt - P8,450. Shop here.

For a more "out there" feel, try something wilder, like this men's polo shirt from Lacoste. This is part of a series of collaborations with National Geographic. Men's shirts like this can be quite the test for the chillness of the polo. But hey, prints are always in, just as long as you find the right combination for the season. Consider pairing this one with some black slacks, white socks, and some burgundy loafers. Don't forget to tuck your shirt in for a smarter, edgier look.