Oakley
Vardon Johnny-Collar Golf Polo
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The Vardon Johnny-Collar Golf Polo from Oakley at I.FIV5 is a short-sleeve knit polo shirt with an open pointed Johnny collar and relaxed fit. It is constructed from fine piqué jersey with O Hydrolix moisture-wicking technology and SPF 50+ protection, making it suitable for golf and warm-weather casual wear. Additional features include an underarm gusset, tonal chest logo, side vents, and short set-in sleeves.
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, classic, sporty, activewear
- Category
- Sporting Goods > Outdoor Recreation > Golf
Color
Ecru/Linen
Size
LARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Ultra-simple, open-collar piqué-knit golf polo with moisture-wicking, stretch, and SPF 50+ protection.
Moisture-wicking stretch fine piqué jersey with O Hydrolix technology for cooling and drying, SPF 50+ protection, open pointed Johnny collar, underarm gusset, relaxed fit.
- Material
- 100% polyester
- Style
- casual, classic, sporty, activewear
- Occasion
- sports-event, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Sporting Goods > Outdoor Recreation > Golf
Additional Attributes
- moisture-wicking
- stretch fabric
- piqué jersey
- Hydrolix technology
- SPF 50+ protection
- open pointed Johnny collar
- underarm gusset
- relaxed fit
Product Insights
The Oakley Vardon Johnny-Collar Golf Polo revives the 1950s Johnny collar for breathability, with a buttonless design that transitions seamlessly from course to casual. Its piqué knit provides ventilation through micro air pockets, mechanical stretch for a full shoulder turn, and sweat-wicking performance that minimizes visible marks, while an underarm gusset enables full swing mobility. The tradeoff: the minimalist styling sacrifices traditional collar formality for versatility, and care requires cold wash and low dry to maintain moisture-wicking and SPF 50+ protection.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Johnny collar originated in 1950s athletic wear to improve breathability.
- Versatility
- Buttonless design makes it a versatile piece for course and casual wear.
- Ventilation
- Piqué knit's micro air pockets keep you cooler on hot, humid courses.
- Stretch
- Piqué's knit structure provides mechanical stretch for a full shoulder turn.
- Swing mobility
- Underarm gusset and stretch piqué jersey enable full shoulder and ribcage rotation during the golf swing.
- Collar
- Buttonless open Johnny collar stays smooth and layers under sweaters.
- Styling
- The minimalist button-free design suits both golf and capsule-wardrobe styling.
- Performance
- The piqué knit wicks sweat, stretches, and ventilates for comfort on and off the course.
- Color
- Ecru/Linen is a warm cream shade, not beige.
- Sweat concealment
- Piqué knit minimizes visible sweat marks on Ecru.
- Care instructions
- Cold wash and low dry maintain moisture-wicking and SPF 50+ protection.
Product record
- Title
- Vardon Johnny-Collar Golf Polo
- Brand
- Oakley
- Price
- 95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The Johnny collar style and its on/off-course versatility
- The Johnny collar was originally designed for athletic wear in the 1950s, specifically for golf and tennis, where the open V-neckline improved breathability and ease of movement — reconnecting the modern Oakley Vardon polo to the collar's sportswear roots and making it a period-appropriate choice for a round of golf.
- Without a button placket, the Vardon polo's fixed, open V-neckline creates an uninterrupted frame that visually lengthens the neck — a design detail that reads as more refined than a traditional polo collar under a golf cap or visor, and stacks easily with a v-neck sweater or light jacket for post-round wear.
- Where a classic polo's placket can look rumpled or gap when the top button is undone, the Johnny collar's permanently open fixed V-shape maintains a consistent, deliberate neckline — a small tailoring decision that makes the Vardon polo look intentional and composed, not simply casual.
- The Johnny collar's button-free design has been described as a minimalist aesthetic that works for capsule wardrobes, which means the Vardon polo does its job on the course but also packs into a streamlined travel kit where each piece needs to pull double duty.
- Styling guides consistently position the Johnny collar as a go-to for smart-casual dressing: paired with chinos and loafers it reads resort-ready, making the Vardon polo equally at home at the 19th hole as on the fairway, without the need for a post-round outfit change.
How the fine piqué knit affects feel and cooling
- When the polo gets drenched, the raised piqué structure means only the high points of the knit contact the skin, so the majority of the wet fabric hangs away from the body, preventing that clammy, cold cling that flat knits can produce in the wind.
- The uneven surface of piqué naturally scatters light and breaks up the outline of damp spots, helping the Ecru colorway stay looking clean and consistent even after perspiration sets in.
- Because the piqué knit's looped architecture provides moderate mechanical stretch on its own, the fabric moves with a full shoulder turn and ribcage rotation during the golf swing without relying on spandex, which tends to hold heat and slow dry-down.
- The fine piqué jersey's waffle-like surface creates a micro layer of air pockets between fabric and skin that circulates cooling air even when you're not sweating, which is why this polyester polo feels airier on a hot course than a flat jersey knit of the same weight.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve polo shirt on a model showing a pointed two-piece collar, tonal embroidered oval logo below the collar, short set-in sleeves with narrow cuffs, side hem vents, and smooth lightweight knit fabric.
- Collar stylePointed two-piece polo collar with a narrow stand and no visible buttons in the placket area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.34 · h 0.13 (high) - LogoSmall tonal oval emblem embroidered or appliqued centered on the chest just below the collar.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (high) - SleevesShort set-in sleeves ending in narrow double-stitched cuffs; left sleeve visible with slight roll toward model's arm.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric textureSmooth, lightweight knit with a soft drape and minimal surface texture; fabric falls with gentle vertical folds on the torso.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.24 · w 0.50 · h 0.56 (high) - Hem and side seamStraight hem with visible narrow topstitch and a small side vent at the left hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.58 · h 0.18 (high) - Fit on torsoRelaxed fit on the model showing slight looseness through the chest and waist with natural drape.
- Model interactionModel's right hand raised, fingers touching the collar near the placket, partially obscuring the collar center.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio frontal product shot of a model against a plain light gray background with soft even lighting and a faint cast shadow to the right.
- Shot compositionFrontal studio photograph showing the model from head to upper thighs, centered slightly left of image center.
- BackgroundPlain light gray background with a subtle shadow on the right side of the frame.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.22 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (high) - LightingSoft, diffuse lighting from the front-left producing even illumination and gentle shadows under the chin and on the right side of the model.
- Visible secondary garmentModel is wearing light gray pants visible from the waist downward; pants are not described as part of the polo product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.80 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on model and polo with no visible motion blur and neutral color rendering.
Colors
cream· polo body and collar#BCBCBCtonal cream· chest logo#BFBBB8- Collar stylePointed two-piece polo collar with a narrow stand and no visible buttons in the placket area.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the upper torso and collar area of a light cream/off-white short-sleeve polo with a pointed open 'Johnny' style collar, visible V-shaped front insert, and a small oval raised logo centered on the chest below the V.
- Collar shape and constructionPointed, flat-lying polo collar in the same light cream color as the body, with visible knit texture and a narrow seam where the collar meets the neckline.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.33 · w 0.52 · h 0.19 (high) - Johnny style V frontV-shaped open front (no visible buttons) with a reinforced triangular stitch panel at the base of the V; the V reveals a small area of the model's upper chest.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - Chest logoSmall oval raised rubber logo centered on the chest below the V; same tonal family as the fabric but slightly glossier and subtly embossed.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.66 · w 0.11 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric textureFine piqued or textured knit visible across the shirt surface, giving a subtle grid-like texture in the fabric.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.50 · w 0.90 · h 0.40 (high) - Visible stitch detailTopstitching visible along the V-insert and collar seam, matching the garment color.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.48 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve and shoulder areaUpper sleeve and shoulder edges visible at the image sides showing the same textured cream fabric continuing from the chest area.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.61 · w 0.25 · h 0.29 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.58 · w 0.25 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model's head and upper torso against a plain light background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionTight frontal crop from upper chest to just above the top of the model's head; centered framing on the face and collar area.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light neutral background with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and gentle highlights on the face and fabric.
- Model presenceMale model's face and neck are visible and occupy the top half of the image; hair texture and facial features are in clear focus.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.56 (high)
Colors
light cream· main fabriccream collar· collarbeige oval· oval chest logo#E6B897- Collar shape and constructionPointed, flat-lying polo collar in the same light cream color as the body, with visible knit texture and a narrow seam where the collar meets the neckline.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve polo shirt on a model showing the full back, collar, sleeves, hem and a small mark near the right hem.
- Overall silhouetteStraight, relaxed-fit polo shirt seen from the back with a hem that falls below the waist and short sleeves ending above the elbow.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - CollarClassic fold-down polo collar with a visible collar stand, same light color as the body and laying flat against the upper back.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.04 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort set-in sleeves with a narrow turned hem or cuff detail; sleeve seams connect at the shoulder.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem detailStraight hem with a single visible topstitch line and small side vents where the front and back panels meet.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Small tonal markSmall tonal mark or embroidery located near the right-side hem above the side vent; details and text not legible at this resolution.Uncertain
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.73 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte knit fabric with a uniform fine texture and no visible pattern or stripe.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.62 (high)
Other
Studio rear-product shot showing a model against a plain light gray backdrop with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing portrait of a model from head to hips; image crops just below the hips and includes both arms and hands.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with even, diffused lighting producing soft, minimal shadows and no harsh highlights.
- Model visibleMale model visible from the rear with curly hair, neck, arms and hands included; skin and hair are props in the scene and not product attributes.
3 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.48 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with accurate color rendering and no visible noise.
Colors
warm ivory· body- Overall silhouetteStraight, relaxed-fit polo shirt seen from the back with a hem that falls below the waist and short sleeves ending above the elbow.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- What are the recommended care instructions for this polyester polo? Can it be machine washed and dried?
- For this 100% polyester polo, we recommend machine washing in cold water and tumble drying on low heat to maintain the fabric's moisture-wicking properties and prevent shrinkage. Avoid bleach and high heat to preserve the SPF 50+ protection and stretch.
- How much stretch does the fabric have? Is it comfortable for a full golf swing?
- The fabric is a stretch fine piqué jersey with moisture-wicking properties and an underarm gusset, designed to allow full range of motion during a golf swing. While no specific stretch percentage is given, the combination of stretch material and relaxed fit provides comfortable mobility on and off the course.
- Does the Ecru/Linen color appear more cream or beige in natural light?
- In natural light, the Ecru/Linen color reads as a soft off-white with subtle warm undertones, leaning more toward cream than beige. It's a pale, neutral shade that complements the relaxed fit of this polo.