Polo Details & Trims
Small details separate a cheap polo from a good one and set its character. This hub explains the plackets, fastenings and trims to look for, so you can judge quality and style at a glance. Browse men's polo shirts (/collections/mens-polo-shirts).
Plackets and fastenings
Two-Button Placket
The classic polo opening with two buttons.
What defines it
A two-button placket is the traditional short polo opening, giving the familiar look and an open or closed neckline.
Who it suits
It suits classic, everyday polos. Browse men's polo shirts (/collections/mens-polo-shirts).
Three-Button Placket
A slightly longer placket with three buttons.
What defines it
A three-button placket extends the opening a little for a smarter, more traditional look and adjustable neckline.
Who it suits
It suits dressier, heritage polos.
Concealed Placket
A placket with the buttons hidden behind a flap.
What defines it
A concealed placket hides the buttons under a fabric fly for a clean, minimal neckline.
Who it suits
It suits modern, understated polos.
Hem and side details
Side Vents
Small splits at the side hem.
What defines it
Side vents are short slits at the bottom side seams that let the polo move and sit neatly untucked.
Who it suits
It suits polos worn loose over trousers. Browse men's polo shirts (/collections/mens-polo-shirts).
Dropped Back Hem
A longer back than front hem.
What defines it
A dropped back hem extends the rear slightly for coverage and to keep the polo tucked when you move.
Who it suits
It suits active and tucked wear.
Straight Hem
A level hem all the way round.
What defines it
A straight hem keeps front and back the same length, designed to be worn untucked cleanly.
Who it suits
It suits casual, untucked polos.
Trims and branding
Embroidered Logo
A stitched brand mark on the chest.
What defines it
An embroidered logo stitches the brand emblem onto the chest, the classic and durable way to badge a polo.
Who it suits
It suits recognisable, branded polos. Browse BOSS polos (/collections/mens-boss-black-polo-shirts).
Tonal Branding
Branding in the same colour as the shirt.
What defines it
Tonal branding embroiders or prints the logo in a matching shade for a subtle, understated finish.
Who it suits
It suits minimal, refined polos. Browse men's polo shirts (/collections/mens-polo-shirts).
Frequently asked questions
What are side vents on a polo?
Side vents are short slits at the bottom of the side seams. They let the polo move freely and sit flat when worn untucked, and they often come with a slightly dropped back hem so the shirt stays neat during movement.
How many buttons should a polo placket have?
Most polos have a two or three-button placket. Two buttons give the classic, casual look, while three buttons read a little smarter and more traditional. A concealed placket hides the buttons for a clean, modern neckline.
Is an embroidered or printed logo better on a polo?
An embroidered logo is generally more durable and premium, as the stitching holds up to repeated washing and adds subtle texture. A printed logo can crack over time. Tonal branding, in a matching colour, gives the most understated finish.