The Real Collar

I love myself a nice Polo shirt. From its vibrant colors to its soft, cottony feel. I'd say the polo is an easy way out when you really aren't sure what to put on. It's safe. Maybe that's why you see almost everyone wearing them all the time (exaggeration).

I want to clarify a few things.
Number one: Polo is NOT A BRAND. I hear people saying "Oh it's Polo" all the time. Obviously they are referring to Ralph Lauren by the logo on their shirt, but come on people. Call it by the proper name.
Number two: Ralph Lauren did not invent the polo. Contrary to popular belief, the polo was originally created by Tennis player Rene Lacoste in 1926, hence the brand Lacoste. The Original Polo. Basically he thought the normal tennis wear to be too uncomfortable, so he designed a shirt with a longer tail and shorter front, short sleeved with a collar, and a buttoned placket. He wore it to the 1926 U.S Open Championship.

Imagine that. One of the most common fashion statements was created for a Tennis match. So next time you open your closet and throw on a polo, thank tennis and Lacoste.

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Until next time my fellow owners of clothing