{"id":1195,"date":"2024-02-23T00:02:26","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T00:02:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mrellis.co.uk\/?p=1195"},"modified":"2024-02-23T00:02:26","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T00:02:26","slug":"gant-regular-fit-shield-pique-polo-shirt-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mrellis.co.uk\/gant-regular-fit-shield-pique-polo-shirt-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Gant Regular Fit Shield Piqu\u00e9 Polo Shirt Review"},"content":{"rendered":"
If you are shopping for a stylish and versatile polo shirt that you can wear to just about any casual and semi-formal event, we recommend the Gant Shield Piqu\u00e9 polo shirt.<\/p>\n
Made with knit piqu\u00e9 fabric, the Shield polo shirt looks stylish and elegant. So it\u2019s not just suitable for weekends about town, you can also wear it to a dinner or even for casual friday at work.<\/p>\n
Read on for our full review of the Gant Shield polo shirt and why you should consider having several in your wardrobe.<\/p>\n
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A polo shirt is one of the most versatile pieces of clothing you can own. Not only is it ideal for most kinds of informal and semi-casual occasions, it also matches well with everything from shorts, jeans and slacks.<\/p>\n
The Gant Shield polo shirt is even more versatile than most polo shirts. It balances between a formal look with its piqu\u00e9 fabric and flat knit collar and a casual style with the two side slits and the Gant logo embroidered on the chest.<\/p>\n
You can further adjust how formal or casual it looks by buttoning up the 2-button placket or leaving it open.<\/p>\n
This balance means the Shield polo short looks just as good on a dinner date as it does on the tennis court. It\u2019s perfect for a weekend hangout with friends as well as a casual friday at the office. It\u2019s smart enough to wear to a wedding and it\u2019s also great for travelling.<\/p>\n
There are two main types of knits used in polo shirts: jersey and piqu\u00e9. Jersey knit polos have the same smooth feel as t-shirts. While they are lighter, jersey polos are not as breathable as piqu\u00e9 ones because of their close knit structure.<\/p>\n
A piqu\u00e9 knit polo shirt, like the Gant shield shirt, has an open weave that is heavier and more textured. While it is a bit more expensive, a piqu\u00e9 polo shirt has several advantages.<\/p>\n
Its breathability makes the 100% cotton Gant shield piqu\u00e9 polo shirt ideal for all kinds of weather, and is particularly suitable for warm weather or if you are doing a strenuous activity like walking, basketball or tennis.<\/p>\n
Something else to note is that the Gant Shield piqu\u00e9 shirt looks more flattering on men with a rounder body type. Jersey polos are stretchier and tend to hug the body. In contrast, piqu\u00e9 polos are less stretchy and tend to drape more loosely over the body.<\/p>\n
When you find a polo shirt you like, you don’t get just one of it. Get several in different colours so you can match them with different clothes and have something for different occasions.<\/p>\n
The Gant shield piqu\u00e9 polo shirt is available in over two dozen colours, so you have a really wide range of colours to choose from. These include darker colours like navy, green and purple; brighter colours like orange, pink and yellow; and neutral styles like khaki, grey and white.<\/p>\n
The Shield shirt is also available in multiple sizes ranging from XS to 5XL. Note that all sizes are a regular fit (not a slim or wide fit).<\/p>\n
The Shield piqu\u00e9 polo is really comfortable. Its loose fit means it doesn’t hug or squeeze your body in uncomfortable ways. You can move about freely in it.<\/p>\n
The polo is also breathable, so it keeps you cool and sweat-free in warm weather. Its breathable weave also means you can layer it with a coat or sweater and it will not make you overly hot.<\/p>\n
The Gant Shield polo doesn’t come with any extra accessories.<\/p>\n
To ensure the Shield piqu\u00e9 shirt lasts a long time, wash it at no higher than 40C, do not put it in the dryer (line dry only), do not bleach and do not dry clean it. It is safe to iron it at a low to medium temperature.<\/p>\n
If for some reason you don’t like the shirt or it doesn’t fit, Gant offers free returns within 30 days.<\/p>\n
We really love the versatility of the Gant piqu\u00e9 polo shirt. It is suitable for different occasions and goes well with different kinds of clothes. It will make choosing what to wear a lot easier. If you can, we recommend getting several of them in different colours.<\/p>\n
They are a bit pricey compared to many other types of polos, but they last long and you won\u2019t need to buy more for a long time.<\/p>\n