Polo Knits Are The Only Tops We’re Wearing This Season

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This season's hero piece — the knitted polo — is a heady hybrid of two very different but prevailing trends. It makes sartorial sense that the athleisure and '70s trends would come head-to-head at some point, having gained serious momentum over the past few years. The polo top is reminiscent of both the short-sleeved golf shirt and the dagger collar shirts seen on the dance floor of Wigan casino circa 1975.

Herein lies the beauty of the versatile knitted polo shirt: tuck it into a pleated skirt and pair with plimsolls and you have a look suited to the tennis court. Add flared denim, platform boots and gold jewellery and it's time to whack on the Four Tops and take a spin under the disco ball.

This year the polo top is taking inspiration from disco dance floors and the golf course, resulting in a medium weight knit which packs a style punch. 

Perhaps the most coveted on the scene is Orseund Iris’ car top, which reimagines vintage vehicle upholstery in a black and white colour palette and sleek lines. If the greaser look isn’t for you, however, consider the high street’s offering.

To take a look at the best knitted polo tops on the market this autumn, click through the slideshow ahead...