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Vintage Polo Shirts

Vintage 1970s COURREGES Logo Fluorescent Orange Polo Shirt
Vintage 1970s COURREGES Logo Fluorescent Orange Polo Shirt

Vintage 1970s COURREGES Logo Fluorescent Orange Polo Shirt

By Courrèges, André Courrèges

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 1970s COURREGES Logo Fluorescent Orange Polo Shirt Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulders: 12.99 inches (33 cm) without stretching Sleeves: 8....

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1970s French Vintage Polo Shirts

Vintage Escada ladies polo shirt, stripe knit, Preppy
Vintage Escada ladies polo shirt, stripe knit, Preppy

Vintage Escada ladies polo shirt, stripe knit, Preppy

By Escada

Located in NEWARK, GB

Vintage Escada ladies soft knit polo shirt / top. Warm beige and soft cream stripe with a knitted waistband, cuffs and collar, the top buttons up at the neck just like a traditional...

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Late 20th Century European Vintage Polo Shirts

Rare 1990's Archival Moschino 'Opposites' Print Polo Shirt - Tee
Rare 1990's Archival Moschino 'Opposites' Print Polo Shirt - Tee

Rare 1990's Archival Moschino 'Opposites' Print Polo Shirt - Tee

By Moschino, Franco Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

Vintage 1990's Archival Moschino jeans 'Opposites' print Polo shirt, one of the most Iconic pieces from Franco Moschino's UK Garage reigning era.

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Mens 1990s Moschino Colourful Ice Cream Cartoon Pattern Short sleeve Polo Shirt
Mens 1990s Moschino Colourful Ice Cream Cartoon Pattern Short sleeve Polo Shirt

Mens 1990s Moschino Colourful Ice Cream Cartoon Pattern Short sleeve Polo Shirt

By Moschino, Franco Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

1990's Moschino Colourful Ice Cream Pattern Polo Shirt decorated with cartoons of various italian icecreams with printed 'Moschino' Slogans, featuring short sleeves and button closur...

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Vintage Celine Polo Shirt
Vintage Celine Polo Shirt

Vintage Celine Polo Shirt

By Celine

Located in London, GB

A chic shirt from Celine. The shirt is 100 % cotton and has a 3 button front opening.

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Hermes Women’s XL 1990s Rythmes Gold Navy Nautical Vintage 90s Polo Shirt
Hermes Women’s XL 1990s Rythmes Gold Navy Nautical Vintage 90s Polo Shirt

Hermes Women’s XL 1990s Rythmes Gold Navy Nautical Vintage 90s Polo Shirt

By Hermès

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic, timeless and classic vintage HERMES ‘ Rythmes ‘ navy blue, gold and white women’s 1990s cotton polo shirt ! White linen collar with hidden buttons.

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Fuchsia Laura Ashley Long Sleeve Polo Top
Fuchsia Laura Ashley Long Sleeve Polo Top

Fuchsia Laura Ashley Long Sleeve Polo Top

By Laura Ashley

Located in London, GB

A bright fuchsia Laura Ashley cotton polo shirt in a slouchy fit. This polo shirt is one size so is designed to fit a vast variety of different sizes.

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20th Century Vintage Polo Shirts

1970s Italian Knit Brown and Cream Polo Shirt Dress
1970s Italian Knit Brown and Cream Polo Shirt Dress

1970s Italian Knit Brown and Cream Polo Shirt Dress

Located in London, GB

The neckline has a trompe l’oeil polo collar where the collar has been woven in a contrasting pale brown knit but actually sits flat.

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1970s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Tee-shirt with Polo neck and striped pattern JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER Matelot
Tee-shirt with Polo neck and striped pattern JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER Matelot

Tee-shirt with Polo neck and striped pattern JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER Matelot

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Short sleeve tee-shirt with Polo neck and striped pattern . fabric composition: 100% cotton.

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1990s Portuguese Vintage Polo Shirts

Hermes Vintage 80s 'Attelage en Arbalete' by Philippe Ledoux Polo Blouse T-Shirt
Hermes Vintage 80s 'Attelage en Arbalete' by Philippe Ledoux Polo Blouse T-Shirt

Hermes Vintage 80s 'Attelage en Arbalete' by Philippe Ledoux Polo Blouse T-Shirt

By Hermès

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Hermes Vintage 80s 'Attelage en Arbalete' by Philippe Ledoux Polo Blouse T-Shirt Amazing, rare vintage Hermes from the 1980s made in the softest yellow cotton and features a full col...

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1980s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Chanel purple lavender cotton polo
Chanel purple lavender cotton polo

Chanel purple lavender cotton polo

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Rare Chanel purple lavender cotton polo from 1996 collection. - Gold CC logo hardware button closure. - Size 42. - 100% cotton.

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1990s French Vintage Polo Shirts

1970s Jeff Banks Cream Bell-Sleeve Crop Top with Drawstring Waist
1970s Jeff Banks Cream Bell-Sleeve Crop Top with Drawstring Waist

1970s Jeff Banks Cream Bell-Sleeve Crop Top with Drawstring Waist

By Jeff Banks

Located in London, GB

This sporty top has a bibbed, polo-shirt neckline; the wide collar and open neckline secured with four white buttons printed with the words “king regiment 7L” in orange font.

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1970s British Vintage Polo Shirts

Iconic Gucci Silk Print Polo
Iconic Gucci Silk Print Polo

Iconic Gucci Silk Print Polo

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Gucci print polo with silk crepe front and silk blend deep navy knit body. 5 button placket pullover style. Signature shells in fishing net graphic turquoise print. Vintage si...

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1970s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Ted Lapidus "Boutique" Men's Navy & Black Light Cotton 3-Button Polo Pullover
Ted Lapidus "Boutique" Men's Navy & Black Light Cotton 3-Button Polo Pullover

Ted Lapidus "Boutique" Men's Navy & Black Light Cotton 3-Button Polo Pullover

By Ted Lapidus Boutique

Located in New York, NY

Ted Lapidus "Boutique Collection" men's navy & black lightweight cotton 3-button polo pullover has a single patch pocket with their signature logo. The length measures 28 inches, ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Hermes "Le Monde Du Polo" Silk Print Vest circa 1980s
Hermes "Le Monde Du Polo" Silk Print Vest circa 1980s

Hermes "Le Monde Du Polo" Silk Print Vest circa 1980s

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This circa 1980s Hermes "Le Monde Du Polo" silk print vest is a striking example of vintage luxury and equestrian-inspired design.

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Polo Shirts

Chanel embroidered white CC logo black knitted collared polo top
Chanel embroidered white CC logo black knitted collared polo top

Chanel embroidered white CC logo black knitted collared polo top

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel black knitted collared pullover polo top from spring 1998 collection. This collared polo top is very versatile that can be worn by both women and men. You can never go wrong...

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1990s French Vintage Polo Shirts

Charvet Mens Cotton Mesh Polo, Small
Charvet Mens Cotton Mesh Polo, Small

Charvet Mens Cotton Mesh Polo, Small

By Charvet

Located in New York, NY

Charvet Mens Cotton Mesh Polo, Small size from the 1960's. Elegant navy and white overprint on sheer cotton mesh in a polo style. Sized as a Medium but fits a modern Small. Made in S...

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1960s Swiss Vintage Polo Shirts

Vintage 1997 Gucci Brown Polo Top
Vintage 1997 Gucci Brown Polo Top

Vintage 1997 Gucci Brown Polo Top

By Gucci

Located in London, GB

Vintage 1997 Gucci brown polo top . Features a soft ribbed cotton in a deep chocolate brown tone. Open V-neckline and a structured collar, subtle contrast stitching and an embroidere...

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Paco Rabanne Black Short Sleeve Polo
Paco Rabanne Black Short Sleeve Polo

Paco Rabanne Black Short Sleeve Polo

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Classic black polo from vintage Paco Rabanne is 100% viscose. IT has one small breast pocket.

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1990s French Vintage Polo Shirts

Vintage Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Turquoise Blue + Brown Logo 90s Knit Crop Top Polo
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Turquoise Blue + Brown Logo 90s Knit Crop Top Polo

Vintage Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Turquoise Blue + Brown Logo 90s Knit Crop Top Polo

By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in San Diego, CA

Stylish late 1990s DOLCE AND GABBANA turquoise blue and brown logo knit crop top ! Features a soft cotton knit with a chambray denim pocket patch at left breast with D&G embroidered ...

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana White Sheer Knit Button Up Short Sleeve Polo Top IT42
S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana White Sheer Knit Button Up Short Sleeve Polo Top IT42

S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana White Sheer Knit Button Up Short Sleeve Polo Top IT42

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Dolce & Gabbana polo top from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection is cut in a fitted silhouette with short sleeves and a cropped length. It is constructed of a white knit with...

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Jean Paul Gaultier Harlequin Colorblock Mondrian Mesh Shirt Blouse Top
Jean Paul Gaultier Harlequin Colorblock Mondrian Mesh Shirt Blouse Top

Jean Paul Gaultier Harlequin Colorblock Mondrian Mesh Shirt Blouse Top

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning rare Jean Paul Gaultier mesh polo shirt. A gorgeous archival piece of the Designer’s boundary-pushing ethos, this piece is a kinetic composition of color and transparency, r...

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Versace Jeans Couture Flag Print Cotton Pants circa 1990s
Versace Jeans Couture Flag Print Cotton Pants circa 1990s

Versace Jeans Couture Flag Print Cotton Pants circa 1990s

By Versace Jeans Couture

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

They also pair well with oversized Comme des Garçons blazers or vintage Ralph Lauren polo shirts for a more casual yet upscale look. Accessories like gold jewelry from Gucci or state...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Polo Shirts

Versace Polarized Oval Frameless Sunglasses circa 1990s
Versace Polarized Oval Frameless Sunglasses circa 1990s

Versace Polarized Oval Frameless Sunglasses circa 1990s

By Versace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

They also work beautifully with casual outfits when combined with a Louis Vuitton monogram scarf or a Ralph Lauren polo shirt. Whether dressing up for a special event or elevating a ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Polo game with Maple Leaf and Ellerston White 1992
Polo game with Maple Leaf and Ellerston White 1992

Polo game with Maple Leaf and Ellerston White 1992

By Michael Grimsdale

Located in GB

The composition features players dressed in white and red polo shirts with white trousers, mounted on spirited horses mid-stride, their hooves kicking up the turf in a vivid display ...

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Late 20th Century English School Vintage Polo Shirts

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Canvas, Oil

Hawiian Curly Koa Wood Coffee Table 1998 #5 by Paul Ayoob
Hawiian Curly Koa Wood Coffee Table 1998 #5 by Paul Ayoob

Hawiian Curly Koa Wood Coffee Table 1998 #5 by Paul Ayoob

By Paul Ayoob

Located in Soquel, CA

Ayoob, meticulous in trim jeans, a black polo shirt and boots, explains how he got his start as he shows a guest through the equally meticulous design studio he constructed behind hi...

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1990s American American Craftsman Vintage Polo Shirts

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Wood

Valentino Garavani 1990s Pleat Skirt Set
Valentino Garavani 1990s Pleat Skirt Set

Valentino Garavani 1990s Pleat Skirt Set

By Valentino

Located in Mentone, CA

Vintage Valentino Garavani two-piece set featuring a polo-collared shirt and pleated skirt, finished with a Valentino Garavani logo.

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1990s American Vintage Polo Shirts

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Unused 1990 "Les Rap'Pieuses" vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER  Sequinned polo shirt
Unused 1990 "Les Rap'Pieuses" vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER  Sequinned polo shirt

Unused 1990 "Les Rap'Pieuses" vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Sequinned polo shirt

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Nude, brown and grey cotton blend sequinned polo shirt from Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage featuring a classic collar, a front mother-of-pearl button fastening, a sequinned see-through p...

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Hermès Black Horse Logo Polo Shirt 205295 Button-down Top
Hermès Black Horse Logo Polo Shirt 205295 Button-down Top

Hermès Black Horse Logo Polo Shirt 205295 Button-down Top

By Hermès

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 28.5" Sleeves: 10" Chest: 22.75" Signs of Wear: Shirt may have collected some lints that can ...

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20th Century Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Louis Vuitton Black Men's Polo Logo Medium 164853 Lvtl187 Down Tee Shirt
Louis Vuitton Black Men's Polo Logo Medium 164853 Lvtl187 Down Tee Shirt

Louis Vuitton Black Men's Polo Logo Medium 164853 Lvtl187 Down Tee Shirt

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Louis Vuitton Men's Polo Logo Size Medium This item will ship immediately. Previously owned. Made in: Italy Underarm to Underarm Measurements: 21" Sleeve Measurement: 8.80" Drop Meas...

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20th Century Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Ruffle Polo
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Ruffle Polo

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Ruffle Polo

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons, Comme des Garçons

Located in New York, NY

Sale price $185, originally $399! White short sleeved polo with high collar, and ruffle front. Gorgeous marble colored buttons, drapey front, and darts for shape. With original tags.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Vintage Polo Shirts

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990 “Les Rap’Pieuses” sequined polo
Jean Paul Gaultier 1990 “Les Rap’Pieuses” sequined polo

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990 “Les Rap’Pieuses” sequined polo

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Long top with a sequinned see-through net front. From the Spring/Summer 1990 “Rap’Prayers” Collection. Features a polo neck collar and Mother of Pearl buttons, stretch cotton short s...

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

MATSUDA Nicole black knit polo top with sheer applique detail
MATSUDA Nicole black knit polo top with sheer applique detail

MATSUDA Nicole black knit polo top with sheer applique detail

By Mitsuhiro Matsuda

Located in Newport Beach, CA

MATSUDA Nicole black knit polo top with sheer applique, embroidered detail. Novelty jacquard knit at collar and sleeve hem. Underarm to underarm: 23", rear shoulder to shoulder: ...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Polo Shirts

Gianni Versace Polo Neck Top Blouse
Gianni Versace Polo Neck Top Blouse

Gianni Versace Polo Neck Top Blouse

Unavailable

Size: Italian 44

Gianni Versace Polo Neck Top Blouse

By Gianni Versace

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Gianni Versace Polo Neck Top Blouse

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Gianni Versace Polo Neck Silk Sleeveless Top Blouse
Gianni Versace Polo Neck Silk Sleeveless Top Blouse

Gianni Versace Polo Neck Silk Sleeveless Top Blouse

By Gianni Versace

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Gianni Versace Polo Neck Silk Sleeveless Top Blouse

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1990s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Gianfranco Ferre Knitted Striped Polo Neck Blouse Top
Gianfranco Ferre Knitted Striped Polo Neck Blouse Top

Gianfranco Ferre Knitted Striped Polo Neck Blouse Top

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Gianfranco Ferre Knitted Striped Polo Neck Blouse Top

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1990s Vintage Polo Shirts

"Yellow Shirt" Pop-Art Watercolor by Donald Robertson/ Drawbertson
"Yellow Shirt" Pop-Art Watercolor by Donald Robertson/ Drawbertson

"Yellow Shirt" Pop-Art Watercolor by Donald Robertson/ Drawbertson

Located in Pasadena, CA

A contemporary minimalist composition depicting a painted yellow polo shirt with the black silhouette of a female dancer in a ball gown positioned on the left side of the chest, reca...

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Late 20th Century Pop Art Vintage Polo Shirts

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Watercolor

Claude Montana Canary Yellow Knit Cotton Polo, c. 80's, Size L
Claude Montana Canary Yellow Knit Cotton Polo, c. 80's, Size L

Claude Montana Canary Yellow Knit Cotton Polo, c. 80's, Size L

By Claude Montana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-Super soft and stretchy polo knit from Claude Montana -Features oversized peaked collar -Made in Italy -Not sized but bet fitting size L -100% cotton Approximate Measurements -Tot...

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1980s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Brown polo shirt whit white snap Courrèges
Brown polo shirt whit white snap Courrèges

Brown polo shirt whit white snap Courrèges

By Courrèges

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Brown polo shirt with white snap and long sleeves. Main fabric composition: 100% acrylic.

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1970s Belgian Vintage Polo Shirts

Hermès Silk and Cashmere Polo Shirt
Hermès Silk and Cashmere Polo Shirt

Hermès Silk and Cashmere Polo Shirt

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Hermès - (Made in Italy) Red silk, cotton and cashmere polo shirt, printed with a gold and yellow webbing pattern.

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1980s Italian Vintage Polo Shirts

Rare 1960's 1970's Mens Ralph Lauren Polo Shirt
Rare 1960's 1970's Mens Ralph Lauren Polo Shirt

Rare 1960's 1970's Mens Ralph Lauren Polo Shirt

By Polo Ralph Lauren

Located in New York, NY

Rare 1960's 1970's Mens Ralph Lauren Polo Shirt

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1960s Vintage Polo Shirts

Hermès Silk & Knit Polo Shirt on Theme "Pavement"
Hermès Silk & Knit Polo Shirt on Theme "Pavement"

Hermès Silk & Knit Polo Shirt on Theme "Pavement"

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Hermès -(Made in France) Silk and knit polo shirt on the theme "Pavement" designed by Maurice Tranchant in 1985.

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1980s French Vintage Polo Shirts

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Vintage Polo Shirts For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage polo shirts for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of vintage polo shirts includes a variety of colors, spanning Brown, Red, Black and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding appealing vintage polo shirts such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Hermès, JOHN RICHMOND and André Courrèges each produced popular versions that are worth a look. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women and unisex.

How Much are Vintage Polo Shirts?

The prices for vintage polo shirts start at $146 and top out at $1,753 with these items, on average, selling for $229.

Finding the Right Shirts for You

While everyone has a different go-to style of vintage and designer shirt in the closet, the goal is the same: a fit that emphasizes your favorite features, looks great and favors your skin tone. A good shirt is going to make you feel good, regardless of your shape or size.

The shirt is the quiet powerhouse of any outfit. A neutral top is likely the most versatile garment in your wardrobe. A white T-shirt is an iconic creation that remains modern even today, a black button-down can be paired with everything and that gray long sleeve is going to dazzle with dark-wash denim jeans.

There are certain universal things to keep in mind when shopping for your next shirt. If you’re building out your wardrobe, for example, it wouldn’t hurt to secure some staples in the aforementioned neutral category. Any shade of gray, beige or cream, navy blue, black, white — there is nothing more adaptable than shirts in these colors. All of these colors pair swimmingly with one another, which makes it easy to put together an outfit, and you can always add a splash of color by way of a red knit tie to your gray pants, navy suit jacket and white button-down shirt ensemble. For a men’s dress shirt, specifically, you’ll want it to be long enough to tuck into your pants, or leave untucked, depending on the occasion, but it should not bunch at the waist if you decide to go with the former.

Combining the right elements and adding the perfect finishing touch is just as important as getting the right fit. The proper pants and jacket elevate even the simplest of T-shirts. Sometimes success just means donning a beautifully constructed bomber jacket and a perfect fitting pair of jeans. Fashion and clothing don’t have to be complicated.

The same factors apply generally to women’s shirts and women’s dress shirts too. Hem-wise, a woman’s dress shirt should be long enough to comfortably wear untucked or tucked in, and you shouldn’t have a gaping space between your buttons. In sum, your shirt should make you feel like a boss. Is it comfortable? Do you have freedom of movement throughout the day? Does it make you feel great regardless of your size or shape? If so, it’s a keeper.

At 1stDibs, find exciting vintage shirts from prominent luxury fashion houses, such as Yves Saint Laurent, Versace and Chanel, as well as the perfect handbags and accessories to complete your look. Our wide range of men’s and women’s shirts offers a little something for everyone: There are polos, T-shirts, button-downs, blouses, novelty shirts and more. Browse an extensive collection of vintage 20th-century pieces and iconic graphic tees too.

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