It’s no secret that fashion from the early aughts has been making a major comeback. From animal printed pieces to super short hot pants, if you didn’t know better you’d almost think the year was 2006. The latest trend to make its coveted return? The feminine polo shirt. Preppy and defined, these tops have been making headway on the runways as seen on brands like Khaite and Miu Miu. The key to this trend is taking the classic men’s polo and tailoring it to the female with a more, accentuated, feminine fit through slimmer silhouettes, cropped hemlines, and softer types of fabrics like an intricate ribbed knit.
The polo makes its return coinciding with the popularity of elevated sportswear. Lately, fashion girls alike have been seen sporting casual athletic-inspired looks dressed up and juxtaposed with feminine pieces like mini skirts. While this trend has been seen all over the runway, we also have to thank the rise of sporting events making a name for themselves within the fashion industry. Tennis popularity has risen thanks to the Challengers film and the coveted attendance of the U.S. Open which hosted a slew of A-listers from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to Kylie Jenner and Timotheee Chalamet.
Classic and versatile, this top and trend solidifies itself as wardrobe staple due to its wearability. Brand like Miu Miu paired the trend with their now infamous micro short, giving it an extra sporty, yet flirty look and feel. Gucci’s been seen pairing the top as a knit set with matching hot pants, while brands like Loewe and Tommy Hilfiger dress the top up with pleated maxi skirts. Street style lovers have been seen dressing it down and keeping it casual with a pair of vintage jeans or longer shorts with a slim, athletic-inspired sneaker. For a more feminine silhouette pair with a mini skirt and a pair of kitten heels. Typically seen with a stripe or a solid, these tops are designed for the elevated, preppy dressers.
Below we’ve rounded up a few of our current favorite feminine polo tops that are a must-have in your rotation right now.
