Did you know that the clothes we call a polo shirt, a sweatshirt or a golf shirt really originated on a tennis court? In 1929, French tennis champion Rene Lacoste created a short-sleeved shirt with a jacket in a knit shirt with buttoned pocket. Soon he added an embroidered crocodile - a symbol of his stubbornness in the yard - to the left chest area. A shirt worn by polo players, and by 1950, a polo shirt was the accepted name of clothing. The tradition of embroidery is also preserved. Since polo shirts are popular on the golf course, in the meeting room and around the city, many companies place their logo on the shirts and give them to employees and customers.
Choosing a polo shirt for your company logo can be overwhelming, especially if you are not particularly fashionable. Here are the top 5 features that you need to pay attention to when choosing.
1. Type and texture of fabric
Polo shirts were originally 100% cotton, and this fabric is still very popular - especially premium cotton fabrics such as Tangüis and Pima. These are special varieties of cotton, which differ in quality, softness and durability. Cotton / poly blends are also popular because the fabric is wrinkle resistant and less prone to shrinkage. Some go for 100% polyester due to the strength of the fabric when re-washing and because of the moisture properties that make it excellent in sweaty situations. Finally, you may prefer an exotic or unusual fabric, such as bamboo or an environmentally friendly choice, such as recycled polyester and organic cotton.
However, the tissue content is only half the equation. The texture of the fabric determines its appearance. Jersey is a casual, inexpensive choice. The same fabric is used for T-shirts, it is great for screen printing or embroidery. Like a jersey, the lock fabric is double, which makes it thicker and smoother. Piqué - original polo striped fabric; If you look at it carefully, you will see that it has a waffle texture. Interesting tonal effects can be achieved thanks to a jacquard fabric that looks and feels luxurious. Finally, mesh fabric is popular for sporting purposes, since the space between the fibers allows clothes to breathe.
2. Features of work
The term “performance fabric” refers to a fabric that has been developed to provide practical benefits to the user. They make the experience of wearing more pleasant and comfortable. Wicking or wet polo shirts remove sweat from the body and promote evaporation. They keep the owner cool and dry, and are very desirable for golfer and hardworking staff. Where there is sweat, there can be odor, so antimicrobial properties are important for limiting the growth of smelly bacteria. Stain-resistant fabric is required if you wear a polo shirt in a restaurant or hospital. Teflon and Scotchgard are popular tissue treatments that make spill cleaning easier. Wick-resistant fabrics help keep a sports shirt that looks like a novelty for a long time, and are offered for any use in difficult conditions.
3. Brand
You can place your logo on a polo shirt with a recognizable brand name Adidas, Champion, Nike, etc. People whom you give to a brand polo will see the brand and find out that they have received quality clothing. However, there is one of the possible disadvantages of a branded sports shirt: the manufacturer's logo, for example, the Adidas strip or Nike swoosh, may appear on the shirt and may distract attention from your logo. Another option - shirts for towels. These products are made specifically for embroidery and other logo decorations. You may not know the names from retail stores, but the quality and value may be excellent.
4. Color
Most of the time polo shirts are one color from top to bottom — in other words, they are solid sports shirts. Another option that is preferred in sports networks is a polo shirt with a color block. This clothing combines different colors in different areas of the shirt. For example, the front and back of the shirt may be gray, and the side panels may be black. On the sleeves or chest can be stylish colored panels. Universities love the color block because they can choose a shirt that combines their school colors. Another color consideration is rollover. The polo tip includes a narrow frame on the collar and sleeve. The pipeline is similar, but it emphasizes the seams of clothing.
5. Decoration
Last, but not least, consider the decoration method used to apply the logo to a polo shirt. Embroidery on the left chest is a traditional option, fully returning to the original crocodile Lacoste. The benefits of embroidery include durability and a polished, stylish look. If you're going to look less traditional, other places for your logo include your upper back or sleeve. Of course, embroidery is not the only way. You can choose screen printing if the polo is smooth, such as knitwear or blocking. New sports trends in a sports shirt include laser etching, which essentially "burns" the surface of the fabric to create a tone-tone design and heat seals.
