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Reportage · 03-09-2011, 02:07 PM

What is it about them that you would shell out big money like Abercombie and Fitch, Ashworth and so on?

Nowhere Matt · 03-09-2011, 02:30 PM

*Moved to Generic General Talk Topic.*

Oh, I'm just kidding. Forget about me.

JeffJS · 03-09-2011, 03:48 PM

Originally posted by Reportage

What is it about them that you would shell out big money like Abercombie and Fitch, Ashworth and so on?

Nothing. I don't. Truthfully I think people who pay good money to be a walking billboard for someone elses business just to wear a particular brand name, are damn fools.

Lloydy · 03-09-2011, 04:34 PM

Originally posted by JeffJS

Nothing. I don't. Truthfully I think people who pay good money to be a walking billboard for someone elses business just to wear a particular brand name, are damn fools.

Yup, that's the truth.

SpecialK · 03-09-2011, 04:39 PM

For the longest time, perhaps a couple years, I wondered what else was in "Hollister" (a town in California (with a historic mission building, I think)) that would cause people to wear a shirt advertising that city...

RioRico · 03-10-2011, 07:53 AM

Originally posted by SpecialK

For the longest time, perhaps a couple years, I wondered what else was in "Hollister" (a town in California (with a historic mission building, I think)) that would cause people to wear a shirt advertising that city...

Commemoration of the infamous 1947 Hells Angel 'cycle run that inspired the Marlon Brando flic THE WILD ONE. And EAST OF EDEN was in the neighborhood. But Hollister itself? Feh. I'm reminded of a t-shirt naming a certain south-central Oregon town, pronounced CHILL-o-Kwin.

Front: WHERE THE HELL IS CHILOQUIN?
Back: 40 MILES FROM SPRAGUE, OF COURSE

Ratmagiclady · 03-10-2011, 01:07 PM

*whssst.*

Most guys don't look good in polo shirts anyway. Whatever brand. Chances are, if you think you're an exception, you should think again.

**monochrome** · 03-10-2011, 02:48 PM

Originally posted by Reportage

What is it about them that you would shell out big money like Abercombie and Fitch, Ashworth and so on?

Well, a true LaCoste polo shirt, made of 11 oz. cotton using the original mesh weave is a marvelous garment to wear when playing, well, polo, in hot weather. Also good for tennis.

$85 for such a shirt to wear when you pay to go out, too? Hell, my business shirts don't cost that, and I get paid when I wear them!

**ChrisPlatt** · 03-10-2011, 03:16 PM

Polos are comfortable for casual wear but I see many now sell at ridiculous fashion prices.

Polos are also practical for many in the workplace. I wear them every day at work.
My current batch are King Louie brand, union made in USA, about $25 each.

Chris

goddo31 · 03-10-2011, 07:10 PM

Originally posted by JeffJS

Nothing. I don't. Truthfully I think people who pay good money to be a walking billboard for someone elses business just to wear a particular brand name, are damn fools.

I like this, straight to the point and blunt. Nice one Jeff

I like polo shirts occasionally, and also wear them for work. Find them a lot more comfortable than your standard long sleeve business shirt. But no, I don't pay large amounts of money for brand name ones. Oh and the work ones are free...

cardinal43 · 03-10-2011, 07:44 PM

Originally posted by Ratmagiclady

*whssst.*

Most guys don't look good in polo shirts anyway. Whatever brand. Chances are, if you think you're an exception, you should think again.

I do think I'm an exception. I thought about it again. I still think I'm an exception.

My wife thinks so, and she is the only one that counts. I have maybe 12 or so polo shirts and I buy them at either Lands' End ($19.00) or Kohls (usually on sale for $12.00). I can get either brand in XL Tall and neither brand has a logo on it.

Aegon · 03-11-2011, 12:57 PM

I was at Land's End near Christmas time and bought a closet full on discount at about $5 each (normally $25 or so).

I've got a single Land's End polo that came from a former employer that is super comfortable. I think it is somehow different from the normal LE stuff.

I wouldn't buy expensive shirts. Fashion isn't my thing.

reeftool · 03-12-2011, 09:12 AM

Polo shirts are really nothing more than a T shirt with a collar. They are popular because they fit into the "business casual" dress code required by many companies and also some eating establishments and and bars. I own a few for this reason. I usually buy mine at the Wholesale Club as they are still quite cheap there and better quality (don't shrink up 2 sizes in the wash) than Walmart's. One advantage of a polo over a Tee is the collar helps prevent camera strap chafing over a long day. BJ's sells the IZOD ones for about $12-16 bucks if having a brand logo is important to you. There are usually many under $10.

Ratmagiclady · 03-12-2011, 11:48 AM

Originally posted by cardinal43

I do think I'm an exception. I thought about it again. I still think I'm an exception.

My wife thinks so, and she is the only one that counts.

See, now someone did your 'thinking again' *for* you there. You're probably safe.

**ChrisPlatt** · 03-12-2011, 01:40 PM

Working under and inside equipment on the job I am often forced into awkward uncomfortable positions.
The stretchy material and nonbinding fit of polo shirts makes them very practical for me.

Originally posted by reeftool

One advantage of a polo over a tee is the collar helps prevent camera strap chafing over a long day.

Excellent point! That alone would be reason enough for me...

Chris

03-09-2011, 02:07 PM	#1
Reportage Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 739	Polo shirts. What is it about them that you would shell out big money like Abercombie and Fitch, Ashworth and so on?

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ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,698	Polos are comfortable for casual wear but I see many now sell at ridiculous fashion prices. Polos are also practical for many in the workplace. I wear them every day at work. My current batch are King Louie brand, union made in USA, about $25 each. Chris Last edited by ChrisPlatt; 03-10-2011 at 03:26 PM.

03-12-2011, 01:40 PM	#15
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,698	Working under and inside equipment on the job I am often forced into awkward uncomfortable positions. The stretchy material and nonbinding fit of polo shirts makes them very practical for me. Originally posted by reeftool One advantage of a polo over a tee is the collar helps prevent camera strap chafing over a long day. Excellent point! That alone would be reason enough for me... Chris Last edited by ChrisPlatt; 03-12-2011 at 01:49 PM.

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Nowhere Matt Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Nowhere Land Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,362	Moved to Generic General Talk Topic. Oh, I'm just kidding. Forget about me.

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JeffJS Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,484	Originally posted by Reportage What is it about them that you would shell out big money like Abercombie and Fitch, Ashworth and so on? Nothing. I don't. Truthfully I think people who pay good money to be a walking billboard for someone elses business just to wear a particular brand name, are damn fools.

03-09-2011, 04:34 PM	#4
Lloydy Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Shropshire, UK Posts: 1,114	Originally posted by JeffJS Nothing. I don't. Truthfully I think people who pay good money to be a walking billboard for someone elses business just to wear a particular brand name, are damn fools. Yup, that's the truth.

03-09-2011, 04:39 PM	#5
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,482	For the longest time, perhaps a couple years, I wondered what else was in "Hollister" (a town in California (with a historic mission building, I think)) that would cause people to wear a shirt advertising that city...

03-10-2011, 07:53 AM	#6
RioRico Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Limbo, California Posts: 11,263	Originally posted by SpecialK For the longest time, perhaps a couple years, I wondered what else was in "Hollister" (a town in California (with a historic mission building, I think)) that would cause people to wear a shirt advertising that city... Commemoration of the infamous 1947 Hells Angel 'cycle run that inspired the Marlon Brando flic THE WILD ONE. And EAST OF EDEN was in the neighborhood. But Hollister itself? Feh. I'm reminded of a t-shirt naming a certain south-central Oregon town, pronounced CHILL-o-Kwin. Front: WHERE THE HELL IS CHILOQUIN? Back: 40 MILES FROM SPRAGUE, OF COURSE

03-10-2011, 01:07 PM	#7
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	whssst. Most guys don't look good in polo shirts anyway. Whatever brand. Chances are, if you think you're an exception, you should think again.

03-10-2011, 02:48 PM	#8
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Reportage What is it about them that you would shell out big money like Abercombie and Fitch, Ashworth and so on? Well, a true LaCoste polo shirt, made of 11 oz. cotton using the original mesh weave is a marvelous garment to wear when playing, well, polo, in hot weather. Also good for tennis. $85 for such a shirt to wear when you pay to go out, too? Hell, my business shirts don't cost that, and I get paid when I wear them!

03-10-2011, 07:10 PM	#10
goddo31 Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Perth, Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,576	Originally posted by JeffJS Nothing. I don't. Truthfully I think people who pay good money to be a walking billboard for someone elses business just to wear a particular brand name, are damn fools. I like this, straight to the point and blunt. Nice one Jeff I like polo shirts occasionally, and also wear them for work. Find them a lot more comfortable than your standard long sleeve business shirt. But no, I don't pay large amounts of money for brand name ones. Oh and the work ones are free...

03-10-2011, 07:44 PM	#11
cardinal43 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,412	Originally posted by Ratmagiclady whssst. Most guys don't look good in polo shirts anyway. Whatever brand. Chances are, if you think you're an exception, you should think again. I do think I'm an exception. I thought about it again. I still think I'm an exception. My wife thinks so, and she is the only one that counts. I have maybe 12 or so polo shirts and I buy them at either Lands' End ($19.00) or Kohls (usually on sale for $12.00). I can get either brand in XL Tall and neither brand has a logo on it.

03-11-2011, 12:57 PM	#12
Aegon Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,416	I was at Land's End near Christmas time and bought a closet full on discount at about $5 each (normally $25 or so). I've got a single Land's End polo that came from a former employer that is super comfortable. I think it is somehow different from the normal LE stuff. I wouldn't buy expensive shirts. Fashion isn't my thing.

03-12-2011, 09:12 AM	#13
reeftool Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Upstate New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,555	Polo shirts are really nothing more than a T shirt with a collar. They are popular because they fit into the "business casual" dress code required by many companies and also some eating establishments and and bars. I own a few for this reason. I usually buy mine at the Wholesale Club as they are still quite cheap there and better quality (don't shrink up 2 sizes in the wash) than Walmart's. One advantage of a polo over a Tee is the collar helps prevent camera strap chafing over a long day. BJ's sells the IZOD ones for about $12-16 bucks if having a brand logo is important to you. There are usually many under $10.

03-12-2011, 11:48 AM	#14
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Originally posted by cardinal43 I do think I'm an exception. I thought about it again. I still think I'm an exception. My wife thinks so, and she is the only one that counts. See, now someone did your 'thinking again' for you there. You're probably safe.

Polo shirts.

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