Stone Island Polo Shirts: The Complete Guide
Halfway between a T-shirt and a shirt, the polo shirt is the elegant piece for sunny days. At Stone Island, it receives the same care as the brand's iconic pieces: quality cotton piqué, garment dyeing and the compass signature. Here is our guide to choosing the right Stone Island polo shirt.
What sets a Stone Island polo shirt apart
- Dense, even cotton piqué: the polo shirt's signature material, breathable and structured, which keeps its shape wash after wash.
- Garment dyeing: like the brand's other pieces, most polo shirts are dyed after they are made — hence those deep, subtly nuanced colours unique to each piece, a process we explain in our article on garment dyeing.
- The compass signature: on polo shirts, it most often takes the form of discreet embroidery on the chest — subtler than the removable badge on the jackets, whose story we tell in our article on the Stone Island compass badge.
- Careful finishing: ribbed collars and cuffs that keep their shape, clean button plackets, even stitching.
Short sleeves or long sleeves?
The short-sleeve polo shirt
The spring-summer classic: worn on its own with shorts or lightweight trousers, it embodies relaxed Italian elegance.
The long-sleeve polo shirt
The in-between-season version: under a lightweight jacket or a gilet, it makes an excellent alternative to a shirt for a polished look without stiffness.
How to wear a Stone Island polo shirt
The polo shirt is the smart-casual piece: with Stone Island shorts and white sneakers in summer; with chinos and a pair of loafers for a dressier look; or under a knit jumper in the in-between seasons, with the collar just showing. Understated elegance, true to the spirit we describe in Stone Island and casual culture.
Which size should you choose?
The cuts are fitted, in the Italian tradition: close to the body without being tight. For a classic fit, stick to your usual size; if you are between two sizes or prefer more room, take the size up. The safest approach: compare the measurements given on our product pages — measured flat on the actual piece — with a polo shirt you already own.
New or pre-owned?
The polo shirt is one of the most accessible ways into the Stone Island world, and the brand holds its value well — we explain why in why Stone Island is so sought after. When buying pre-owned, check the condition of the collar and cuffs (the areas that see the most wear) as well as the embroidery: at NB08, every piece goes through a full authentication process before it goes on sale.
Caring for your polo shirt
Wash at a low temperature, inside out, with similar colours; air-dry if possible; iron gently, taking care not to flatten the collar and the embroidery. A slight change in colour over time is normal on garment-dyed pieces — it is their signature.
Frequently asked questions
Do Stone Island polo shirts run small?
The cuts are fitted, Italian-style. If you like loose fits, take one size above your usual size, and always check the measurements on the product page.
Where is the logo on a Stone Island polo shirt?
Most often in the form of discreet compass embroidery on the chest, rather than the removable badge found on jackets and jumpers.
Which season is a Stone Island polo shirt for?
Short sleeves for spring-summer, long sleeves for the in-between seasons — and layered under a jumper or a lightweight jacket for the rest of the year.
Discover our Stone Island polo shirts
Browse our collection of Stone Island polo shirts, both new and authenticated pre-owned, complete your wardrobe with our sweatshirts, or explore our full Stone Island selection.
