
Polo Ralph Lauren
Garment-Dyed Oxford Shirt Classic Fit
This Polo Ralph Lauren garment-dyed Oxford shirt features a classic fit, long sleeves, and a button-down collar. It is made from 100% cotton Oxford fabric with a garment-dyed finish and includes an embroidered polo rider logo on the left chest. The shirt has a full-length button placket and single-button barrel cuffs.
- Material
- 100% cotton Oxford fabric
- Gender
- male
- Style
- classic, preppy
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic fit Oxford shirt with button-down collar and embroidered polo rider logo, garment-dyed for a vintage look.
Garment-dyed finish, button-down collar, embroidered logo.
- Material
- 100% cotton Oxford fabric
- Style
- classic, preppy
- Occasion
- casual, business-casual
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- garment-dyed
- embroidered polo rider logo
- classic fit
- button-down collar
- Oxford fabric
- 100% cotton
Product Insights
Polo Ralph Lauren's classic-fit Garment-Dyed Oxford Shirt offers a 100% cotton Oxford weave that is durable, wrinkle-hiding, and mid-weight, with garment-dyeing providing unique color variations at seams and a lived-in softness from first wear. The pre-washed shirt has consistent sizing across colors but comes with a tradeoff: 1-2% shrinkage on warm wash, minimized with cold wash.
Verified claims
- Color uniqueness
- Garment-dye creates unique color variations at seams; all color options use same Oxford fabric.
- Fit
- Size medium: 31½ back, 18¼ shoulder, 46 chest, 34½ sleeve; consistent across colors.
- Shrinkage
- Pre-washed; shrinkage 1-2% on warm wash; cold wash reduces further.
- Fabric
- 100% cotton Oxford weave is mid-weight, wrinkle-hiding, and durable.
- Garment-dye finish
- Garment-dye yields softness, limited 1-2% shrinkage, and unique color.
- Durability
- Fabric strength equals standard non-dyed Oxfords.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Basket weave hides wrinkles and minor soiling better than broadcloth.
- Break-in softness
- Garment dye yields a lived-in softness from the first wear.
Product record
- Title
- Garment-Dyed Oxford Shirt Classic Fit
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 175 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Oxford fabric breathability and feel
- The Oxford's traditional two-over-two basket weave creates a textured, matte surface that naturally hides wrinkles and minor soiling better than flat broadcloth or poplin, so the shirt looks clean and crisp through a long day without needing a touch-up iron.
- Falling in the 5–6 ounce per square yard range, this mid-weight Oxford is notably heavier than a summer-weight poplin (typically 3–4 oz) yet lighter than a winter flannel, which makes it a true three-season fabric—breathable enough for spring and fall layering, and substantial enough to hold its shape under a sweater in cooler weather.
- Because the garment-dye process tumbles and washes the shirt after construction, it breaks in the cotton fibers more aggressively than conventional piece-dyeing, giving the fabric a noticeable softness and lived-in hand right out of the box—a feel that normally takes a dozen or more wash cycles to develop in a standard Oxford.
Image Analysis
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Product
Front-facing, flat-laid long-sleeve oxford shirt in a medium brown garment-dyed fabric with a button-down collar, full-length central button placket, visible embroidered left-chest logo, and branded collar label.
- Overall silhouetteFlat-laid front view of a long-sleeve button-down shirt with a gently curved hem, straight side seams, and set-in sleeves.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.04 · w 0.86 · h 0.92 (medium) - Fabric and finishMatte woven oxford cloth appearance with fine visible weave texture and uniform garment-dyed color across the body and sleeves.
- CollarButton-down collar with visible collar points and two small collar point buttons; collar stands slightly raised showing inner collar band.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.03 · w 0.30 · h 0.13 (high) - Central placket and buttonsNarrow stitched central button placket with a vertical row of round, light-colored buttons evenly spaced; visible topstitching along placket edges.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.15 · w 0.16 · h 0.76 (high) - Left-chest embroiderySmall contrasting embroidered motif positioned on the left chest area in a light color.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.27 · w 0.08 · h 0.11 (high) - Sleeve and cuff constructionLong sleeves with single-button barrel cuffs; cuffs lie flat and show stitched cuff plackets and topstitching.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high) - Collar label text“POLO RALPH LAUREN”
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.05 (high) - Button material appearanceButtons appear to be light cream or off-white with a glossy finish and visible stitch-through holes.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.20 · w 0.03 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Product photographed flat on a clean white background with even studio lighting, slight soft shadow visible beneath outline, centered composition.
- Background and stagingWhite seamless background with the shirt centered and photographed from above; no props present.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with a faint soft shadow around the lower edges of the shirt indicating overhead light.
- Image crop and framingEntire shirt is visible within the frame with small margins on all sides; slight space above collar and below hem.
Colors
medium brown· main fabric#735136off-white· buttonswhite· embroidered logoroyal blue· collar labelyellow· collar label text- Overall silhouetteFlat-laid front view of a long-sleeve button-down shirt with a gently curved hem, straight side seams, and set-in sleeves.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- Does this classic fit correspond to Ralph Lauren's standard classic fit measurements for Oxford shirts, or is it adjusted for the garment-dyed finish?
- Yes, this classic fit corresponds to Ralph Lauren’s standard classic fit measurements for Oxford shirts. The product data shows the same roomy silhouette with a lower armhole and fuller sleeve, and specific measurements for size medium (31½” back length, 18¼” shoulder, 46” chest, 34½” sleeve) match the brand’s classic fit specs [1]. The garment-dyed finish does not alter the fit dimensions.
- Will the garment-dyed Oxford shirt shrink significantly after the first wash? If so, how much shrinkage is typical?
- Garment-dyed Oxford shirts may shrink slightly after the first wash, but most Polo Ralph Lauren Oxford shirts (60–70%) are pre-washed during manufacturing, which limits residual shrinkage to about 1–2% on a warm wash [4]. Non-pre-washed styles may shrink 2–4% [4]. To minimize shrinkage, wash in cold water and tumble dry on low or air dry.
- Does the garment-dye process result in color variations between individual shirts? Can I expect consistent color if I order multiple shirts of the same shade?
- Yes, the garment-dye process naturally produces slight color variations between individual shirts. Each shirt takes dye differently at seams and collars, making every piece unique while staying within the same color family [2]. If you order multiple shirts of the same shade, you can expect a consistent overall color but subtle differences in depth and tone.
- How does the durability of this garment-dyed Oxford cloth compare to standard non-dyed Polo Ralph Lauren Oxford shirts? Is the fabric pre-shrunk?
- The durability of this garment-dyed Oxford shirt is comparable to standard non-dyed Polo Ralph Lauren Oxford shirts. Both use the same 100% cotton Oxford fabric woven in a mid-weight, non-stretch weave [12]. The garment-dye process does not weaken the fabric; it simply adds color after construction. As noted in care guides, most Ralph Lauren Oxford shirts (including garment-dyed versions) undergo pre-washing for pre-shrinking [4], so the fabric is dimensionally stable.
- Are the available colors (Brown, Mint/Pistachio Green) all produced with the same fabric weight and construction, or do lighter colors differ?
- Yes, the available colors (Brown and Mint/Pistachio Green) are produced with the same 100% cotton Oxford fabric in a mid-weight, non-stretch weave [12]. The construction, including the classic fit, button-down collar, and embroidered logo, is identical across all color variants. Lighter colors use the same fabric weight as darker ones; only the dye color differs.