The Polo Shirt Edit: Here’s Our Pick of the Season
Polo shirts are having another strong moment, and at Quadrophenia Alley, they sit right at the heart of our collection, with roots in Mod style, music culture and timeless everyday dressing.
The beauty of a good polo is its versatility: it can look right at home with straight cut dark blue denim for a pub lunch, dressed up with smart casual trousers for a restaurant, or worn more casually at a family BBQ when you still want to look put together.
Here are some standout polos we think are perfect for Spring and Summer...
1. Trojan Records Men’s TR9080 Ottoman Stripe Trim Polo Shirt
Trojan Records continues to channel the spirit of British youth culture and heritage dressing, making it a natural fit for our Polo Edit. The TR9080 Ottoman Stripe Trim Polo Shirt feels like the kind of piece that does the hard work for you: clean, confident and easy to style, with the sort of stripe detail that gives an outfit definition without making it feel overdone. Our favourite of the Ottoman collections is this striking Pink version.
Pair it with dark blue straight leg denim and simple leather trainers for a classic weekend look, or swap in lightweight neutral chinos if you want something a little sharper. This is the kind of polo that works well for drinks in the sun, a casual dinner out, or a family gathering where a tee feels too relaxed but a shirt feels too formal.
2. Sergio Tacchini Men’s STM14554 SS Young Line Polo Shirt
Sergio Tacchini remains one of the strongest names in heritage sportswear, blending tennis influence with an easy off-court style. Our current Sergio Tacchini collection highlights the brand’s long-standing reputation for combining athletic roots with casual fashion, and the STM14554 SS Young Line Polo Shirt captures that balance nicely. It is also one of our newer arrivals, reinforcing it as a timely pick for the season. Pastels are all the rage right now, so our specific pick if this 'Quiet Green' colour.
This is a great option to wear with dark indigo denim straight jeans and a lightweight zip-through jacket on cooler days. For a simple spring or summer outfit, keep it clean with slim leather trainers and minimal accessories. It is easy to picture this one at a weekend restaurant booking, a laid-back city break, or an evening pint when you want something smart but not stiff.
3. Fila Vintage Men’s BB1 Classic Vintage Stripped Polo Shirt
Fila Vintage is always a strong shout when you want sporty heritage with plenty of visual impact. The BB1 Classic Vintage Stripped Polo Shirt is one of those polos that brings colour, pattern and retro detail together without losing its everyday wearability. The style is available in several colourways too, like this striking Garnet Red version. It is also one of our newest arrivals. 
Because this polo already has strong character, it pairs best with simple foundations. Dark blue straight cut jeans are the obvious go-to, but black denim can also work well if you want a slightly sharper finish. Add a classic track jacket when the weather turns, or wear it on its own for a relaxed but considered daytime look. This is an easy choice for a seaside stroll, or casual meet-up where you want something that feels lively and distinctly retro.
4. Lambretta Men’s SS1608 Twin Tipped Polo Shirt
Lambretta polos are a Mod wardrobe mainstay, and the SS1608 Twin Tipped Polo Shirt proves why that formula still works so well. Lambretta is a brand born from the spirit of the Mod movement, blending heritage styling with a contemporary edge, and that is exactly the appeal here. We absolutely love the SS1608 style so you will find it pride of place amongst our polo and tipped polo collections. There are also multiple colour options available, for this style. We especially love the Khaki colour. 
This is perhaps the most naturally versatile piece in the whole edit. Wear it with dark denim straight jeans and a Harrington jacket for a timeless Mod-inspired combination, or keep it simple with a pair of slim fit black trousers and smart trainers for warm-weather plans. It works just as well for a pub garden afternoon as it does for a low-key meal out, and it is exactly the kind of piece that earns repeat wear through the season.
5. Gabicci Vintage Men’s V56GM25 Darron SS Polo Shirt
Gabicci Vintage has long been associated with classic Mod polos, and has had a strong reputation in that space since 1973. That makes the V56GM25 Darron SS Polo Shirt a fitting inclusion in this edit. Gabicci pieces tend to bring a slightly dressier edge to the polo format, which makes them especially useful when you want to keep the comfort of a polo but elevate the overall look a little. For a smart defined look we have chosen the Navy Blue colourway.
Style it with dark rinse straight leg jeans and loafers or smarter trainers for an outfit that can carry you into the evening. If you are heading to a restaurant, a birthday get-together or a smart casual event, this is the type of polo that helps you look pulled together without trying too hard. It also layers well under a lightweight jacket when the British weather does what it does best.
And finally...
Our edit wouldn't be complete without our very own Polo Shirt pick.
We might be a bit biased, but we think our own Quadrophenia Alley Men’s Exclusive Target Polo Shirt is a very strong pick. With its bold colour contrast and classic polo styling, it is an easy way to bring a bit of Mod attitude into your everyday wardrobe. It comes in multiple colours but we really love the colour combination of the black and orange. 
Wear it with dark denim and simple trainers for a look that feels sharp, confident and ready for anything from a casual pint to a weekend get-together.
Why the polo shirt still works.
One reason polo shirts continue to trend is that they sit neatly between relaxed and refined. Current menswear coverage points to a bigger appetite for polished casual dressing, textured fabrics and sporty-prep influences, which is exactly where a strong polo belongs. Whether you prefer the cleaner tipped look of Lambretta, the sport heritage of Sergio Tacchini and Fila, or the sharper vintage feel of Trojan and Gabicci, a polo is one of the easiest pieces to build around right now.
Take a look through our Polo collection at Quadrophenia Alley to find your next go-to polo and build a wardrobe that keeps classic style firmly in the present.