The best knitted polo shirts for injecting some mod energy into your wardrobe

Mr P.

• Fabrication: Wool
• Sizes: XS-XXL
• Colours: Camel, navy

When it comes to classic menswear, Mr Porter knows what's up. That's why the retailer has its own in-house collection, the latest offerings of which include this excellent knit polo shirt. Honeycomb-knitted from an insulating wool, it's fitted with a neat three-button placket and is woven with a wavy stitch pattern to pique that extra bit of interest while wearing. Easy win.

• Fabrication: Cashmere
• Sizes: XS-XXL
• Colours: Bright navy

A knit polo with an added note of luxury, Ralph Lauren's take on the style is unsurprisingly opulent thanks to its rich cashmere construction and inky navy hue. Simply put, this is no ordinary polo… this is a banging polo.

• Fabrication: Organic cotton
• Sizes: XS-XL
• Colours: White

Sustainable style at a price which won't break the bank? Sign us up. This comes courtesy of Cos, whose latest knit polo shirt excels in ethics and elegance alike. Crafted from 100 per cent organic cotton, this short-sleeved design is assembled using a racking stitch, resulting in a unique and intricate texture upon touch. Finished with a Milano-knit collar, it's the perfect companion to see you through this year's summer holidays.

• Fabrication: Merino wool
• Sizes: XS-XXL
• Colours: Gray

Paris-based brand Officine Générale has made quite a name for itself in recent years, and that's thanks to its revolving collection of enduring menswear essentials. Naturally, a knit polo shirt sits in this mix, with the latest spin coming in a preppy grey shade. Made from a sumptuous merino wool and shaped to a slim fit, its quality construction promises the most flattering appearance, making it a must for unpredictable weather days.

• Fabrication: Merino wool
• Sizes: XS-3XL
• Colours: Navy, Black, Grey, Racing Green (and one more)

So light is the merino wool spun by Reiss in this polo sweater that you’d be forgiven for thinking that it’s cotton. Up close though, the opulent melange texture of the material can be admired, offering a rich base for the rest of your outfit to excel around.

• Fabrication: Organic cotton
• Sizes: XS-XXL
• Colours: Brown, navy, pale green

Warmer days are just around the corner, meaning it's time to swap your traditional polo shirt for a more textural knitted piece instead. Enter Oliver Spencer's latest design. Woven from 100 per cent organic cotton, its crochet finish creates a subtle dose of transparency over your frame, therefore enhancing your level of attraction for the summer months ahead. Big yes.

• Fabrication: Cotton
• Sizes: XS-2XL
• Colours: Multi

Dare to embrace a knit polo shirt with pizazz? Dickies has got you covered through this beautifully striped style. Instantly getting us in the springtime mood through its warm-toned palette, its printed body falls to a regular fit and is topped with a neat chest pocket, button placket and polo collar. FYI, this one is has just been added to Asos' sale, so be sure to add it to your basket before it's too late.

• Fabrication: Merino wool blend
• Sizes: XS-XXL
• Colours: Cream, brown, black, navy

When it comes to knit polo shirts that stand the test of time, few can compare to those by Fred Perry. The British brand's Laurel Wreath-finished styles are amongst the most iconic of the button-down design, with a special mention going to this oatmeal-hued offering. Knitted from a soft merino wool blend, it's finished with ribbed trims at the base of the arms and body to nip in your frame and comes complete with the perfect pointed collar. What a beauty.

• Fabrication: Merino wool
• Sizes: XXS-3XL
• Colours: Grey, Olive, Navy, Black

Drake’s rise from humble haberdasher to key player in the age of “relaxed elegance” has been nothing short of major. An irrefutably chic example of the brand's signature mode comes in the form of this polo and its subtle homage to vintage sportswear: this is what old-timey polo players really, actually, used to wear.

• Fabrication: Wool mix
• Sizes: XS-3XL
• Colours: Navy, Grey, Forest Green, Indigo (and two more)

Merino wool is one of the best fabrics in the world. It is highly insulating, breathable, flame-retardant, anti-odour, natural, hypoallergenic, and biodegradable. Of course, Charles Tyrwhitt knows all this, but thanks to the ‘Woolmark’ traceability, it knows its provenance too. On the styling side, the light gauge merino of this long-sleeve polo will only elevate everything it's styled alongside. A true classic.

• Fabrication: Cashmere
• Sizes: S-XL
• Colours: Beige

Drawn together by the finest strands of cashmere, the Orlebar Brown knitted polo is proving why James Bonds of past and present have been such staunch fans. A long-sleeve model with rib detail hem and a soft collar with one button placket, it’s a shoo-in for wear with wide leg jeans on a weekend.

• Fabrication: Wool mix
• Sizes: IT44-IT52
• Colours: Black

You can't go wrong with a simple black knitted polo, especially when it comes courtesy of Our Legacy. Demonstrating the Swedish brand's finesse for quiet luxury, this latest shirt design boasts trans-seasonal appeal thanks to its clean silhouette, three-button fastening and generous pointed collar. We suggest wearing it under other black layers for a failsafe monotone move.