Are Sweater Polos (Knit Polos) Timeless, or Just a Trend?

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00:00 Sweater Polos Introduction
Recent years have seen a soaring interest in the wearing of sweaters or knit polos, often teamed with other potentially trendy items such as Gurkha trousers.
01:08 What are Sweater/Knit Polos?
The sweater or knitted polo is a knitted garment structured to look like a polo shirt. This means it’ll typically possess a short body, short sleeves, and a collar. Therefore differentiating it from a knitted t-shirt.
03:11 Are Knitted Polos a New Thing? (History)
Polo shirts first came about in the late 1920s to the early 1930s. However, these polos were made from pique cotton. The unique weave of the pique cotton breathed better and allowed greater flexibility than the standard dress shirts people were expected to play tennis in.
As the popularity of the lighter, more comfortable polo shirt started to increase, so did the interest in experimenting with different materials. They could be knitted in a much simpler flat stitch, making them quicker and easier to produce.
Knitted polo shirts started to grow in popularity during the 30s and 40s, as the use of polos expanded beyond the tennis courts.
06:04 How Do You Wear Them?
→ Get the fit right. In a nutshell; not tight, but not baggy either. Although the materials in a knit polo will differ from a regular cotton polo, your knitted version should still fit the same.
→ Go for solid colors. It’s best to focus on a plain color that will allow you to showcase the style of knit.
→ Go for a vintage aesthetic. Keep your knit polo tucked into your trousers. Add some casual footwear, that mirrors the vintage feel.
09:15 So, Timeless or Trend?
We’re firmly of the opinion that they are indeed timeless--when done right! Whatever is currently in style changes, so we love it when a classic item like knitted polo experiences a surge in popularity. As an added bonus, the vintage aesthetic just happens to be what’s on trend right now.
10:06 Outfit Rundown

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  • @johnchampion6926
    @johnchampion6926 Жыл бұрын

    From what I've seen, you can find many knit polos in a knitted cotton. Most of the ones I have are cotton or even a cotton-silk/cotton-linen blend. Managed to find some ones with some nice details like a cableknit or ribbed finish

  • @thegentlemansstyle
    @thegentlemansstyle Жыл бұрын

    You guys inspired me to start my own formal menswear channel so thank you 👍🏻

  • @Judge_RR

    @Judge_RR

    Жыл бұрын

    There are too many of them already. And what do you know about it?

  • @thegentlemansstyle

    @thegentlemansstyle

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Judge_RRi’m just passionate about it. Not saying i’m the best or even close lol

  • @nicholas_x7732

    @nicholas_x7732

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@Judge_RRLet him cook.

  • @MisterKnightly

    @MisterKnightly

    Жыл бұрын

    I'll subscribe! Best of luck with your channel.

  • @ZiggaBIZ

    @ZiggaBIZ

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@TheMrUkrainian Why would u feel the need to discourage someone from being creative & making content about something they like & are passionate about? I've never understood this mindset & it definitely doesn't befit a gentleman. All the same, Slava Ukraini ✊🏾💯

  • @jrooney58
    @jrooney58 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve worn long sleeve knit polos with my tweed jackets during the fall and winter. I’ve paired that with either wool flannel trousers or corduroy trousers. I’ve used polo instead of a shirt and tie for an even more casual look.

  • @DemetriosLevi
    @DemetriosLevi Жыл бұрын

    Probably my most worn casual shirt outside of winter and fall. Despite my hatred for the Talented Mr. Ripley, I wear the Dickie knit all the time...tucked in with high waisted gurkhas is too good !

  • @MatthewJBD

    @MatthewJBD

    Жыл бұрын

    Great film.

  • @gentlemansgazette

    @gentlemansgazette

    Жыл бұрын

    One part of what inspired us to make this video was how well you wear your knit polos, Demetrios! Thanks for watching. :) - Preston

  • @LyonTheGreat

    @LyonTheGreat

    Жыл бұрын

    And speaking of high waisted trousers, when's the next part of that series coming out Mr. Levi?

  • @Tomorrowshouse
    @Tomorrowshouse Жыл бұрын

    I’ve had two sweater knit polo from Todd Synder for a few years now and they’re still my spring/summer go-tos. The blue/brown tipped one I pair with a sport coat and high-waisted pants (from Pini Parma) frequently. I think they’re an excellent addition to anyone’s wardrobe.

  • @quietatse

    @quietatse

    Жыл бұрын

    Are they as breathable as they look?

  • @MrFredstt

    @MrFredstt

    Ай бұрын

    @@quietatseYes. At least the ones I have are

  • @kennethjohnson6141
    @kennethjohnson6141 Жыл бұрын

    I have just recently purchased some,so glad I saw this video. Thank you so much. You guys are amazing🙏👌

  • @Aojjin
    @Aojjin Жыл бұрын

    Those looking to sport a pair of knitted polos in the summer or a place with a tropical climate, I highly would recommend Mooncastle Osaka. They keep me cool, comfy and looking good all day long!

  • @4152008085
    @4152008085 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been wearing vintage knitted polos for years since finding them in many thrift stores in high school (in the 80s). I recently purchased a modern knitted polo but have yet to receive it, so I can’t comment on the difference(s). Thanks for another great video! ✌🏼

  • @aledproductions3492
    @aledproductions3492 Жыл бұрын

    I bought a bunch of them the past year and I love them to bits. Always get compliments when I wear em

  • @xenophilus1343
    @xenophilus1343 Жыл бұрын

    i really like the look of knitted polos

  • @nkonig1
    @nkonig1 Жыл бұрын

    From my experience I think you need a good figure to ccpull off a knitted polo as they tend to cling to the body more than a cotton polo.

  • @ten_oclock_scholar4690
    @ten_oclock_scholar4690 Жыл бұрын

    Nothing is timeless, but knitted polos come pretty close. They're a summer staple in my wardrobe.

  • @jt1559

    @jt1559

    Жыл бұрын

    The standard cotton polo is more timeless than a knitted polo. I've never seen one ever worn in Australia, but of course it might be a different story in the US.

  • @KunaiKrazy

    @KunaiKrazy

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@jt1559I can't say I've seen a knitted polo but I live in Texas so it could have been hidden under a jacket or even rarer a coat in winter.

  • @farshidrahmani6262
    @farshidrahmani6262 Жыл бұрын

    Love knitted polos and shirts. Often find myself looking for and getting more of them in compare to regular polos. Also you can match your watch, with Nato or other cloth bands with it. Cheers 🥂

  • @the_9ent
    @the_9ent Жыл бұрын

    Been wearing kitted polos for a couple of years. What’s great is that you can dress them up or down and still appear stylish. Not many guys are seen wearing them either.

  • @c.w.9615
    @c.w.9615 Жыл бұрын

    This channel turned me on to Uniqlo years ago. Funny enough, Sven was wearing one of their pique polo shirts. Anyway, I bought two of their merino long sleeve polo shirts. Good stuff.

  • @Theo-ul8qm
    @Theo-ul8qm Жыл бұрын

    I'm a big fan of knit polos! I like mine in linen, lightweight cotton or blends of the two for the summer. I don't really wear them tucked in, though, because I find most of them are cut shorter than pique polos.

  • @gentlemansgazette

    @gentlemansgazette

    Жыл бұрын

    Out of interest, would you consider the tucked in look if you had a pair of high-waisted trousers/shorts?

  • @Theo-ul8qm

    @Theo-ul8qm

    Жыл бұрын

    @@gentlemansgazette For sure. Love the look. If it's not too hot, I actually prefer the look to the untucked one.

  • @schrisdellopoulos9244

    @schrisdellopoulos9244

    Жыл бұрын

    I usually wear my polos untucked as well.

  • @michaelcorrigan4625
    @michaelcorrigan4625 Жыл бұрын

    Interesting thoughts on a tricky item to get right. The jacket or top to wear over the polo jumper can be difficult to coordinate. My thoughts are the top looks best on occasions when a jacket is not required. Can look ok under a light weight Mac on those spring and autumn days when the temperature is middling.

  • @slicksnewonenow
    @slicksnewonenow Жыл бұрын

    Knitted, collared pullover shirts have been "a thing" since the late Thirties... I'd venture to say that they're pretty "classic". At least I've worn them for the last 45 years 😁 I'd like to see a few manufacturers make them with a little more pizzazz, though... There used to be more unique choices years ago. I fondly remember a long sleeved black wool one that I had many years ago... I bought it as new/old stock. It was made in the late Forties... The unique parts of it were that it had a convertible collar with long points and it had white picking around the edges of the collar and placket. I miss that particular shirt.

  • @donaldclark2735
    @donaldclark2735Ай бұрын

    I wore a plain navy knit polo with charcoal grey trousers and black cap oxfords. My GF and her friends loved it, my GF said I looked like James Bond. Highly recommend this combo gents!

  • @elevateyourmoodx100
    @elevateyourmoodx100 Жыл бұрын

    I’m wearing a 70s’ Brooks Bros. knit polo right now! Love it.

  • @janerkenbrack3373
    @janerkenbrack3373 Жыл бұрын

    I have one long-sleeve knitted wool polo. I like it.

  • @JT-rx1eo
    @JT-rx1eo Жыл бұрын

    Kelsey Grammer was wearing a nice long sleeved knit Polo as his character Frasier in his show of the same name in one episode. I now only wear long sleeved shirts and I really took notice. It looked soft so it was probably Merino wool.

  • @KunaiKrazy
    @KunaiKrazy Жыл бұрын

    I don't care for piqué fabric so knit polos are the only option for me. However, mine are cotton as I will save the wool for sweaters and more elevated garments. Paul James Knitwear makes some pretty good polos with the waist ribbing in short and long sleeve variety. Highly recommended if you don't have Permanent Style or Smedley money.

  • @Frasesdepositividad
    @Frasesdepositividad Жыл бұрын

    I was expecting this video so badly i think not every cloth of piece born after the 60s is always a trend i think some clothing items can be timeless too like demin pants or white minimalist sneakers

  • @TheSaneHatter
    @TheSaneHatter Жыл бұрын

    I'm all for this in a long-sleeve/sweater format, where it would be a great outlet for some of those fancy new lightweight wools that they like to push nowadays. But I can't imagine wearing a knitted, short-sleeve polo in Austin's heat: I'll stick to my cotton/polys.

  • @lloydaurion-gaming46
    @lloydaurion-gaming46 Жыл бұрын

    With your channel having more and more videos all the time (great thing), I think it’s great to refer to other video’s. Going through 7 years worth of videos can be daunting for a new person. Your channel has helped me so much. It’s very worth going through every video. I’m still working through it, with rewatching some videos here and there, but it’s worth it to learn what I can.

  • @gentlemansgazette

    @gentlemansgazette

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your support! Which video(s) do you like so far?

  • @lloydaurion-gaming46

    @lloydaurion-gaming46

    Жыл бұрын

    @@gentlemansgazette apologies if it sounds like I just started! I have been watching since December. I was scrolling through the video’s you guys have made through the years and I was like dang I was scrolling and scrolling to get through one year. The more recent videos have more links to various videos and I think it’s great. Newer people have the chance to easily check out the older videos (content is just as great as today!) Honestly my favorite video would be the bow tie guide. I get so many compliments at work from my bow tie’s (all from FB). I didn’t wear any for a month or so due to time constraints and people were asking me where the bow ties went. I feel I’ve really found myself after watching and learning from GG. I appreciate everything you guys have done and will continue to do.

  • @mud-go8ky
    @mud-go8ky Жыл бұрын

    I love polos

  • @samyguerroury8980
    @samyguerroury8980 Жыл бұрын

    3:43 I like these old pictures. Thanks

  • @raghav9000
    @raghav9000 Жыл бұрын

    They look elegant tho

  • @thelifeandtimesofbrotherneil
    @thelifeandtimesofbrotherneil Жыл бұрын

    Afternoon from old blighty.. 😊

  • @moorshound3243

    @moorshound3243

    Жыл бұрын

    Where are you, I am southwest Somerset.

  • @thelifeandtimesofbrotherneil

    @thelifeandtimesofbrotherneil

    Жыл бұрын

    @@moorshound3243 North West Surrey 😊

  • @JohnBrown-go1ro
    @JohnBrown-go1ro Жыл бұрын

    Oh! I like the cable knit polos, any recommendations? 😮😊

  • @DanielDeBecker
    @DanielDeBecker3 ай бұрын

    I love John Smedley Isis polo shirt in a dark navy colour

  • @c.w.9615
    @c.w.9615 Жыл бұрын

    The sportscoat crew neck sweater combination looks good as a casual smart look. I figure subbing out the crew neck for a knitted polo would have the same effect. Experiment gentlemen!

  • @MisterKnightly
    @MisterKnightly Жыл бұрын

    Well, that J Crew Polo at 6:42 is amazing.

  • @timothyharshaw2347
    @timothyharshaw2347 Жыл бұрын

    Another name for knitwear is Gangster Knit, but i love it

  • @MartinParnham
    @MartinParnham Жыл бұрын

    I have been wearing knitted polos for years, on and off, and have several in my wardrobe. I don't understand the hate against them but I guess that's why we all have individual tastes!! I like that the texture elevates them a bit. I see what you mean about the striped/blocked ones looking like a bowling shirt but you can find those styles which manage to avoid looking like that, you just have to choose carefully. Also, I would pretty much never tuck one in. Most of them have waistbands FGS! (much like sweaters/jumpers) and the look of them tucked into Gurkha trousers seems jarring to me and a little odd. That's just my opinion though and I do agree that they are timeless, if done well.

  • @tiredoftrolls2629
    @tiredoftrolls2629 Жыл бұрын

    Preston is always fun.

  • @vindicator75
    @vindicator75 Жыл бұрын

    I was wearing knitted polos for years.

  • @jeffkuo3705
    @jeffkuo3705 Жыл бұрын

    Is knit polo more breathable than pique polo? Which one is more comfortable in hot summer?

  • @moorshound3243
    @moorshound3243 Жыл бұрын

    I don't know if it's knit but I am sat here wearing a polo, I got a couple as I wanted to move away from t-shirts.

  • @ricksandstorm
    @ricksandstorm Жыл бұрын

    I don't really like the button up variation. But I'm curious if these should be worn tucked in?

  • @user-ci8ot9iy2y
    @user-ci8ot9iy2y11 ай бұрын

    Do you recommend no button, two button or three button? Which number of button is more formal or less formal?

  • @KadeBronson
    @KadeBronson3 ай бұрын

    If you've got muscles, polos look amazing.

  • @ASLUHLUHCE
    @ASLUHLUHCE3 ай бұрын

    I just ordered a 50s-style sweater polo, hence it is timeless right

  • @Hear86ify
    @Hear86ify Жыл бұрын

    Really enjoyed Nathan’s burgundy polo at 1:00 , what’s the brand?

  • @Open.Close.
    @Open.Close.11 ай бұрын

    Any good websites or places to buy some knit polos?

  • @outinarizona
    @outinarizona Жыл бұрын

    Hahahahaha....Preston + Disco.... Not sure how I feel about that. Conflicted. On the sweater polo front - just wear a knit sweater. no need for polo collars and extra.

  • @christianpedersen1857
    @christianpedersen1857 Жыл бұрын

    Can you make a video about andre rieu's clothes

  • @japanesecinema6736
    @japanesecinema67362 ай бұрын

    What about knit t-shirts. Im really into them.

  • @fuzzmaster4157
    @fuzzmaster41579 ай бұрын

    Where do you get your gurkha pants?

  • @teenoso4069
    @teenoso4069 Жыл бұрын

    You answered your own question in the intro

  • @dannycalifornia1300
    @dannycalifornia1300 Жыл бұрын

    Never have I received more compliments, ever, in any situation, than when I’ve worn my Amazon green Orlebar Brown Jarrett towelling polo.

  • @gentlemansgazette

    @gentlemansgazette

    Жыл бұрын

    Interesting! Care to share what the complaints were?

  • @Jim58223
    @Jim58223 Жыл бұрын

    10:46? Did creed change their bottle designs again or is this some kinda of limited edition 10th anniversary bottle?

  • @JT-rx1eo

    @JT-rx1eo

    Жыл бұрын

    That's the Aventus 10th anniversary bottle design.

  • @bestcity0979
    @bestcity09793 ай бұрын

    Literally found one in kohls

  • @Acemans
    @Acemans Жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure if the team covered this in a previous video but does the team have a way to repair moth holes? I have a vintage 1964 brooks brothers 3 piece suit and discovered it has moth holes when I took it out of storage to wear since I lost some weight. It was one of my favorite suits so I really hope it can be saved.

  • @gentlemansgazette

    @gentlemansgazette

    Жыл бұрын

    Moth holes are typically repaired by either patching the hole from the underside with a piece of (matching) cloth, or through invisible mending where the cloth is re-woven using threads taken from an unseen section of the garment. There is a price difference here, and invisible mending can be quite expensive!

  • @schrisdellopoulos9244

    @schrisdellopoulos9244

    Жыл бұрын

    He's saying take it to a tailor. For the price, you could buy a new suit. Choose wisely.

  • @Durmomo0
    @Durmomo0 Жыл бұрын

    I've got to be honest they either look *really* good on someone or *really* bad

  • @neinja66469

    @neinja66469

    Жыл бұрын

    It's all in the fit my friend

  • @MartinParnham

    @MartinParnham

    Жыл бұрын

    I think that applies to long sleeve polos as well.

  • @NoahBraun21
    @NoahBraun21 Жыл бұрын

    So I own multiple knitted polos, all made of cotton. Almost all of the polos you showed as examples in this, from A&F and BR are made of cotton. Confused why you start off by saying these ARENT made of cotton when they do often are

  • @Anthony-zw1qb
    @Anthony-zw1qb Жыл бұрын

    I tend to have deodorant stains on my polos after a hot summer.. any advice on removing pit stains?

  • @schrisdellopoulos9244

    @schrisdellopoulos9244

    Жыл бұрын

    Sure. Buy a better deodorant.

  • @Anthony-zw1qb

    @Anthony-zw1qb

    Жыл бұрын

    @@schrisdellopoulos9244 I did. Even got a “non stain” but that’s a lie

  • @Anthony-zw1qb

    @Anthony-zw1qb

    Жыл бұрын

    @@schrisdellopoulos9244 I work outside in a humid climate

  • @FeastofChamps
    @FeastofChamps11 ай бұрын

    Almost all polos are made from knit fabric, but not all polos are technically "knit polos." The difference is in the seam. If the pieces are knit together, then it is a knit polo. If it is cut and sewn, then it is not.

  • @screamsproject
    @screamsproject Жыл бұрын

    More Merino!

  • @claylippert7203
    @claylippert7203 Жыл бұрын

    Some look good. Most make you look like an extra on the Sopranos

  • @DragosDreamer1989
    @DragosDreamer1989 Жыл бұрын

    Gabagool shirts are timeless

  • @MrCguy24
    @MrCguy24 Жыл бұрын

    technically a sweater and a knit are different things, a pique is a knit

  • @FRD-HDD
    @FRD-HDD Жыл бұрын

    Tucking a polo shirt in is a Florida pensioners fashion, I will never do that.

  • @FRD-HDD

    @FRD-HDD

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheSultan1470 who's talking to you?

  • @schrisdellopoulos9244

    @schrisdellopoulos9244

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@TheSultan1470do you know Heywood Jablomi?

  • @ottonormalverbraucher5215
    @ottonormalverbraucher5215 Жыл бұрын

    I'm actually into making one by myself. I think due to their simplissity their pretty timeless. Also by choosing differenf patterns like zickzack, left mesh, right mesh (is that how you call it. I'm not a native speaker. I'm calling about those interlocking loops, that make up the fabric.) The oppertunity to decide for other techniques like needlebinding, groocheting... we can give them kinda their own personalities without making it a special piece for a special event. Bonus point they have no motivs. (Yep I'm more into patterns than motivs. But I would use simple patterns.) I'm just applying the rules I learned at art college. But between a flat, a lamp, a shelf... or even cloths I would say you can apply those rules.

  • @zaco-km3su
    @zaco-km3su Жыл бұрын

    I've never worn one. Sounds like the material will matter a lot. I think I'll stay away from it.

  • @johnmurdoch8534
    @johnmurdoch8534 Жыл бұрын

    I dont understand the point of a shortsleeve polo shirt...that is also a sweater. Like leather shorts.

  • @KevinArchitect
    @KevinArchitect Жыл бұрын

    No thanks. Fit people or models look good in almost anything, only a few polos shown look stylish.

  • @schrisdellopoulos9244

    @schrisdellopoulos9244

    Жыл бұрын

    Then get fit chubs.

  • @MrAndyhdz
    @MrAndyhdz Жыл бұрын

    Ummm who is this guy?

  • @filippomonaco2303
    @filippomonaco230311 ай бұрын

    You talk about classic style and elegance and than suggest sneakers...

  • @schrisdellopoulos9244
    @schrisdellopoulos9244 Жыл бұрын

    Guys, y'all really need to get in the gym. No clothes but suits look good on chubby men. Gentlemen are fit.

  • @netfalsifikaciiistorii
    @netfalsifikaciiistorii Жыл бұрын

    На редкость удачные субтитры на русском языке.

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