Which pants to wear under the polo?
The polo is a very versatile knitwear garment, but its elegance or informality depends greatly on what we wear on the lower part of the outfit. The choice of trousers is fundamental to best enhance the polo. In this article, we discover which trousers to pair with a polo for a polished look suitable for every occasion.
Tailored trousers under the polo
Tailored trousers are the perfect choice to make the polo a garment suitable for the city, office, or semi-formal event.
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Recommended fabrics: light wool, combed cotton, linen.
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Neutral colors: gray, blue, sand, or black easily match solid color polos.
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How to wear them: tucking the polo shirt into the pants, with a thin leather belt and elegant shoes (loafers or derbies).
Wearing chino pants under the polo
Chinos are ideal with a polo shirt for casual looks, for work in informal environments, or for a weekend brunch.
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Soft or pastel tones in spring (beige, sage, powder blue), deep colors in autumn (burgundy, navy, olive).
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Perfect with: cotton piqué polo or merino wool, leather shoes or minimal sneakers.
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For an extra touch: slightly roll up the hem and add a classic watch.
Polos are perfect worn over jeans
With the right polo shirt, even denim can become refined.
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Dark slim fit jeans: ideal with merino wool or silk polo shirts.
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Light or faded jeans: great for summer and more relaxed looks, to be paired with cotton polo shirts.
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Tip: avoid tears, extreme washes, or overly sporty cuts to maintain everyday elegance.
Cargo pants or in technical fabrics
They are not the first choice for an elegant pairing, but with a technical polo or jersey they can work for a sport-luxury aesthetic.
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Pair them with lightweight sneakers or urban sandals.
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Choose dry and monochromatic models to avoid an overly casual effect.
Knit pants or refined joggers
Some models in wool, cashmere, or fine fleece pair well with polos in noble yarns. Perfect for the weekend, travel, or home office.
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Wool or silk blend polo + tone-on-tone knit pants = soft and sophisticated look.
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To be completed with leather sneakers or elegant espadrilles.
For her: women's skirts and pants under polos
Although the focus is on the pants, one cannot fail to mention:
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Flared or pencil midi skirts: for an elegant and contemporary look.
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Palazzo pants: with a slim polo or tucked in to balance the volumes.
The most successful pairings
For him:
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Long sleeve polo in merino wool + tailored trousers + loafers.
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Piqué cotton polo + beige chinos + sneakers + leather belt.
For her:
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Polo in mixed silk + wide flowing trousers + ballerinas.
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Stretch cotton polo + straight jeans + oversized blazer.
Choosing the right trousers is essential to give the polo the image you want: elegant, relaxed, urban, or feminine. With quality yarns, such as extrafine merino wool, a natural and sustainable yarn, and well-designed cuts, every combination can express style naturally.
