POLO TYPES
What each one is built for
Use these as common starting points rather than fixed recipes. The same polo can change considerably once the fit, fabric and construction are specified.
01
Casual polo
A retail-oriented polo where fabric handle, fit and finishing usually carry more of the product identity. The specification can range from a straightforward regular-fit piqué polo to a slimmer or more relaxed style.
FIT
BEST FOR
USUAL FABRIC
COMPOSITION
DECORATION
Regular, slim, oversized
Retail & resale programs, premium corporate uniform
95% cotton/5% spandex
60% cotton/40% polyester
Embroidery on chest and collar. Screen print also works well on this fabric
02
Sport & Golf Polo
Sport and golf polos are usually specified around movement, fabric weight and the amount of stretch required. The construction can stay visually close to a classic polo while the fabric and fit move in a more performance-oriented direction.
FIT
BEST FOR
USUAL FABRIC
COMPOSITION
DECORATION
Slim
Sports, golf & club merch, team, gym brands
95% polyester/5% spandex
85% nylon/15% spandex
Heat transfer or PET transfer, both of which bond properly to polyester
03
Uniform polo
Uniform polos are usually specified around repeated wear, branding, sizing and the environment in which the garment will be used. Fabric choice and construction can therefore differ substantially between an office uniform, F&B program and workwear order.
FIT
BEST FOR
USUAL FABRIC
COMPOSITION
DECORATION
Regular
Office, warehouse staffs, logistics teams, hospitality
100% polyester
65% polyester/35% cotton
Embroidery, chest and collar. It outlasts print on a garment washed this often
04
Hi-vis workwear polo
Hi-vis workwear polos can be developed around visibility colours, workwear-oriented fabrics and reflective details where required by the product brief. Any program tied to a formal safety standard needs its compliance requirement identified at the start.
FIT
BEST FOR
USUAL FABRIC
COMPOSITION
OPTIONS
Regular
Construction sites, logistics, security
100% polyester interlock
100% polyester bird-eye
Reflective tape to your placement spec, or reflective screen print
The options shown here should not be treated as certified safety garments. If your program must meet AS/NZS 4602, EN ISO 20471, ANSI/ISEA 107 or another standard, include that requirement in the brief so the product can be assessed on that basis.
Fabric
The fabric changes more than the feel
Fabric construction, fibre composition and GSM affect much of the weight, handle and structure of a polo. Piqué, jersey and interlock do not produce the same garment, even when the silhouette looks similar.
| Knit | Composition | GSM | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Piqué |
100% cotton |
200-250 |
Classic corporate and retail polo, where a natural hand feel matters most |
|
Piqué |
95% cotton / 5% spandex |
200-250 |
Casual and retail polos needing a softer feel with added stretch |
|
Piqué |
60% cotton / 40% polyester (CVC) |
200-250 |
Uniform programs balancing comfort, shape retention and easy care |
|
Piqué |
35% cotton / 65% polyester (TC) |
200–240 |
High-volume uniform and workwear programs where cost and durability matter |
|
Piqué |
95% polyester / 5% spandex |
200–240 |
Sport and warm-climate programs needing quick drying and stretch |
|
Jersey |
100% cotton |
180-250 |
Casual polos with a softer, flatter and more T-shirt-like feel |
|
Jersey |
95% cotton / 5% spandex |
180-250 |
Fitted casual polos needing softness with more stretch and recovery |
|
Jersey |
60% cotton / 40% polyester |
180-250 |
Casual uniforms needing a softer feel with easier care |
|
Interlock |
95% polyester / 5% spandex |
180-220 |
Sport and golf polos needing quick drying, stretch and a smooth finish |
|
Other |
Nylon blend, modal blend, lycra blend |
On request |
Special briefs where standard polo fabrics don’t quite do the job |
Custom colour typically starts at 1,500 pcs per colour.
CONSTRUCTION
Collar, placket, side seam and sleeve options
These construction choices can change both the appearance and the way the polo is specified for production.
DECORATION
The right finish for your artwork
Blank garments are available if decoration is handled elsewhere. Harvion can also provide screen printing, embroidery, heat transfer and DTF/PET-film transfer as part of the order. Artwork, fabric and placement determine which method is most suitable.
Screen printing
Screen printing works well for many garment graphics, from small logos to larger prints. Colour count, print area and fabric influence the print setup.
Embroidery
Embroidery suits logos and branding where a stitched finish is appropriate, particularly on polos, uniforms and heavier fabrics. Artwork may need adjustment for scale and stitch density.
Heat transfer
Transfer methods can work well for detailed or multicolour artwork and designs that do not suit traditional screen printing. Heat transfer and DTF/PET-film each give a different result depending on the artwork and fabric.
Next step
Start with the polo you want to produce
Send the intended use, estimated quantity and any specification, size chart or reference you already have. That gives us enough context to identify the fabric, construction and decoration details that still need a decision before costing.
