
Polo Ralph Lauren
Twin-Stripe Linen-Blend Knit Polo
A regular-fit short-sleeve knit polo with a three-button placket, ribbed collar and cuffs, and embroidered rider logo. The lightweight textured cotton-linen blend knit provides breathability, making it suitable for warm-weather casual wear. It features horizontal navy stripes on an off-white ground.
- Material
- Lightweight textured cotton knit with a touch of linen
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Regular fit polo shirt with twin-stripe design, embroidered logo, and lightweight linen-blend knit.
Lightweight textured knit, finely ribbed edging, three-button placket.
- Material
- Lightweight textured cotton knit with a touch of linen
- Secondary
- linen
- Style
- casual, classic
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- twin-stripe design
- embroidered rider logo
- regular fit
- three-button polo collar
- finely ribbed edging
- lightweight textured cotton knit with a touch of linen
Product Insights
The Twin-Stripe Linen-Blend Knit Polo from Polo Ralph Lauren updates the 1972 twin-stripe heritage with a soft, stretchy jersey-knit linen blend that resists wrinkles and provides evaporative cooling. The regular fit can be tailored by sizing down, though this shortens sleeve and body length, and lighter colors are semi-sheer, requiring a neutral undershirt. Priced at CAD 149.95, it sits between Alex Crane and Todd Snyder as a smart-casual staple for 2025-26.
Verified claims
- Sizing down
- Sizing down one size offers a tailored look but shortens sleeve and body length.
- Knit feel
- Jersey knit is softer, stretchier, and wrinkles less, but lighter colors may show an undershirt.
- Breathability
- Linen in the knit pulls moisture away from the body and releases it through evaporation, keeping you cooler.
- Care
- Inside-out washing, folded storage, and cool ironing preserve the knit's shape and embroidery.
- Cooling
- Linen-cotton blend releases heat and sweat faster than standard cotton.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Knit construction resists wrinkling better than traditional woven linen.
- Laundering
- Most Polo Ralph Lauren linen-cotton knit polos can be machine washed on a gentle cold cycle and tumble dried low; always follow the care label sewn into the garment.
- Ironing
- Knit resists wrinkling; iron cool inside out if needed.
- Storage
- Fold to store, not hang to prevent warping.
- Heritage
- Twin-stripe motif traces to the 1972 Ralph Lauren polo and signals Ivy League sensibility.
- Styling
- Striped polos are 2025-26 fashion's elevated basic, instantly bridging casual and smart.
- Fabric performance
- The jersey-knit linen blend resists wrinkles, breathes, and feels soft with stretch.
- Sheerness
- Lighter colorways may show an undershirt in bright light; a neutral undershirt is recommended.
- Value
- Polo Ralph Lauren heritage at CAD $149.95, between Alex Crane ($128) and Todd Snyder ($278).
- Material
- Jersey knit with 15% linen: soft stretch, evaporative cooling, less wrinkle-prone, but sheers in light colors.
- Fit
- Regular fit: moderately relaxed; sizing down gives a tailored silhouette but shortens sleeve and body length.
- Collar care
- Popping the collar before washing prevents the finely ribbed edges from curling inward and maintains the collar's structured drape.
- Brand cachet
- The embroidered pony carries cultural weight that fashion-aware buyers may weigh when comparing this polo to similar pieces from Banana Republic or COS.
Product record
- Title
- Twin-Stripe Linen-Blend Knit Polo
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 198 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Twin-Stripe Linen-Blend Knit Polo: Choose this if you want a lightweight, textured short-sleeve knit polo in a breathable 85% cotton and 15% linen blend, with a regular fit that shows a boxy torso and straight hem in the product images. It suits shoppers drawn to a striped knit look with ribbed polo collar, cuffs, and hem, plus a small low-contrast embroidered rider logo on the chest. Note that the images show a faint, tonal logo, and listings pair the Ivory/Cream Beige color with medium and large sizes while Baby Blue is listed in small, so check that your preferred color and size combination is listed.[1,2,3,4] | Twisted-Cable Knit Polo Sweater: Choose this if you want a short-sleeve polo sweater in 100% cotton with a textured twisted-cable knit, regular fit, two-button polo collar, and ribbed cuffs, hem, and edging. It comes in small to extra-large sizes and white or navy/midnight blue, with a small blue embroidered logo on the left chest. One reviewer found the material good but noted some lint coming off of it.[5,6,7] | Minimalist Flat Ribbing Sweater: Choose this if you want a Polo Ralph Lauren short-sleeve knit in 100% cotton, with a crew neckline, fine vertical ribbing, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a small embroidered pony logo on the left chest. It comes in White and Green across sizes Small to X-Large, and the retailer describes the fit as regular, though it appears close-fitting and tapered at the waist on the model. The comfort praise comes from the retailer's description rather than reported customer experience, so check the sizing if you prefer a roomier knit.[8,9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front-facing short-sleeve knit polo shown on a model. White knit body with evenly spaced thin horizontal navy stripes, a white spread collar, a two-button placket with two visible beige buttons, and a faint small embroidered chest motif on the left chest.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo viewed from the front on a standing model, hem untucked at center front and covering the waistband.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Fabric textureVisible open-knit texture across the shirt body consistent with a lightweight knit; horizontal knit rows are perceptible in the white areas.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.26 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (medium) - Stripe patternThin navy horizontal stripes spaced evenly across the body and sleeves against a white ground.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Collar styleWhite spread polo collar with a visible fold and open top of the placket; collar is solid white without stripes.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.10 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Placket and buttonsShort two-button placket with two round beige buttons, the top button area left open.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Left chest motifSmall tonal mark or embroidered motif on the left chest area in a light tone close to the shirt ground; detail is faint.Partial
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.28 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium) - Sleeve fitShort sleeves ending above mid-bicep with the stripe pattern continuing across the sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.76 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot of a male model wearing the polo; neutral mottled beige backdrop, soft even lighting, and minimal shadows. Model props include sunglasses, a watch, and navy drawstring pants with hands in pockets.
- Model and poseMale model shown from mid-thigh up, facing forward with hands in pockets and a neutral facial expression.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingUniform neutral beige mottled studio background with soft, even frontal lighting and minimal directional shadows.
- Accessories visibleModel wears tortoiseshell-style sunglasses and a wristwatch on the left wrist; navy drawstring pants visible at lower frame.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Image crop and qualityFull-color, well-focused image cropped to show the model from just above the head to mid-thigh; no visible text or labels in the frame.
Colors
off-white· shirt base#F2F1EDnavy· horizontal stripes#1C1B2Cwhite· collarbeige· buttons#D49373- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo viewed from the front on a standing model, hem untucked at center front and covering the waistband.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve knit polo worn by a model; horizontally striped knit body with a solid knit collar, ribbed sleeve cuffs and ribbed hem visible.
- View and modelBack (rear) view of the polo shown on a standing model with hands in pockets; full back and rear shoulders visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.88 (high) - Body patternHorizontal narrow navy stripes evenly spaced across an off-white knit background covering the entire back panel and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - CollarLow, flat knit polo collar in solid off-white matching the background color of the body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves end in a tighter ribbed cuff in off-white; stripes continue onto the sleeves and align with the body pattern.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.33 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem finishBottom hem finished with a wider ribbed band in off-white that sits over the waistband of the pants.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.74 · w 0.72 · h 0.16 (high) - Knit textureVisible medium-gauge knit texture across the body consistent with a linen-blend or cotton knit rather than a smooth woven fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Shoulder seamShoulder seam visible running from the collar toward the sleeve on the right shoulder (model left), aligning with the stripe pattern.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.14 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a neutral beige backdrop; three-quarter crop showing torso to mid-thigh. Even soft lighting with mild shadowing at the model's left side.
- BackgroundNeutral warm beige seamless background with subtle mottling, no visible branding or props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionRear three-quarter framed composition from head to mid-thigh; model centered slightly left of center.
- Model accessoriesModel wearing sunglasses and a wristwatch, visible at head and left wrist respectively.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.80 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (medium) - Pants visibleDark navy pants visible from the waistband down with a rear pocket and label on the right pocket; pants are not the product being analyzed.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft even studio lighting with gentle shadow under the arms and slight shading along the right side of the model.
Colors
off-white cream· body background#F2F1EDnavy· horizontal stripes#141423- View and modelBack (rear) view of the polo shown on a standing model with hands in pockets; full back and rear shoulders visible.
- 03

Product
Flat-lay short-sleeve knit polo with horizontal navy twin stripes on a white/cream knit ground, three-button placket, ribbed polo collar and cuffs, and a small embroidered chest logo.
- Silhouette and layShort-sleeve polo shown flat on a surface, boxy torso with straight hem, set-in short sleeves ending in ribbed cuffs.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.88 (high) - Collar and placketFolded ribbed polo collar in the same white/cream knit as the body, short three-button placket with visible top three buttons set on a vertical button band.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.14 (high) - ButtonsThree round tan/gold buttons with visible stitching through each; buttons contrast against the white placket.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.16 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit textureVisible textured knit surface across the body and sleeves consistent with a linen-blend or textured cotton knit rather than smooth jersey.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Stripe patternEvenly spaced horizontal navy single-line stripes running across the body and sleeves; stripes are thin and consistent in weight.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.64 (high) - Chest embroiderySmall tonal embroidered logo on the left chest area (viewer right of center), low-contrast against the base color.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.28 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (medium) - Label text inside collar“POLO RALPH LAUREN”
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.07 · w 0.18 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio flat-lay on a plain white background with even frontal lighting and minimal shadowing; shirt centered in frame.
- Background and compositionProduct photographed flat against a uniform white background, centered and filling the vertical frame with equal margins left and right.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting from above with a faint soft shadow visible along the lower-left edge of the shirt.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with clear detail and accurate edge definition; no visible creases or obstructions.
Colors
cream white· body base#D7D8D3navy· horizontal stripes#1D243Acream white· collar and cuffs#FFFFFFtan gold· buttons#D4D4CDlight beige· embroidered logo#D6D6D1- Silhouette and layShort-sleeve polo shown flat on a surface, boxy torso with straight hem, set-in short sleeves ending in ribbed cuffs.
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4566380 | Twin-Stripe Linen-Blend Knit Polo - Ivory/cream Beige - Medium | CA$149.95CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4566381 | Twin-Stripe Linen-Blend Knit Polo - Ivory/cream Beige - Large | CA$149.95CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4566383 | Twin-Stripe Linen-Blend Knit Polo - Baby Blue - Small | CA$149.95CA$198.00 | Yes |