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May 30, 2014

15 Unique, Quirky Polo Shirts for Summer

By rebecca ramsey

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Polo matches, the World Cup, and your dad’s wardrobe are all things that are happening this summer — and, it turns out, all reasons to whip out a polo shirt. The stuff of tennis games and hot ‘80s-movie villains, the polo returns this year in full force: flared, cropped, graphic, even mesh. (You may have already noticed the widespread presence of sweaterlike polos — like this spring look from Céline — popping up everywhere.) They make for a versatile summer top, perfect for lawn games, beach-going, and barbeques. Click through the slideshow ahead to see 15 interesting, not run-of-the-mill polos to wear this summer.

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Try a polo in a fun, Palm Springs–ready color to wear as an alternative to a swim cover-up.
Optical illusion: The shrinking scale of the stripes actually makes your waist look tinier.
A shrunken, modern take on tennis whites. 
Try large-scale graphics for a more artful interpretation. This style has two identities: A bright colorblocked floral motif on the front, while the b... Try large-scale graphics for a more artful interpretation. This style has two identities: A bright colorblocked floral motif on the front, while the back is solid white.
The polo meets marinière option, this nautical take goes well with worn-in denim.
Pop your collar because Fred Perry's classic polos also come in sophisticated feminine colors.
Wear fitted shorts as a counterpart to the flared trapeze style.
Try this one with your white jeans.
Sleeveless polo shirts are reminiscent of capri-pant-wearing moms — but this one's cropped shape and fish appliqué keep the look in cool t... Sleeveless polo shirts are reminiscent of capri-pant-wearing moms — but this one's cropped shape and fish appliqué keep the look in cool territory.
Show your love for team Comme des Garçons while World Cup enthusiasts don their nation's polos.
This polo-style knit would be preferable on a cool summer night.
A polo with a more feminine silhouette, this one has five buttons to allow for more neckline variety.
Mint, mesh, and mini. A great polo to wear with a flared skirt for a '50s vibe.
What Betty Draper would wear if she opted for a polo.
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