The polo shirt is one of those things that should be simple and somehow keeps going wrong. Too boxy and it swamps you. Too short and it rides up the moment you reach for anything. The collar collapses after two washes and the whole thing looks like an afterthought. A slim fit polo done properly though is one of the most useful warm weather pieces a man can own. Smart enough to wear to a lunch you actually care about, relaxed enough for a Saturday that goes in several directions at once. We’ve been looking specifically at cuts that follow the body without being tight, fabrics that hold their structure through a full day, and collars that stay looking considered rather than sad. Pique, fine cotton jersey, a bit of stretch where it earns its place. The ones here work with chinos, tailored shorts, and dark denim equally well. No compromises required.