PS Paul Smith
Contrast Collar Rugby Polo
This is a long-sleeve rugby polo in deep navy blue, made from soft organic cotton jersey with a heavyweight drape. It features a contrasting white pointed collar with a three-button placket, ribbed cuffs, and an embroidered 'Paul Smith' script on the left chest. The polo has a relaxed fit and straight hem, suitable for casual wear.
- Material
- Soft organic cotton jersey
- Gender
- male
- Style
- sporty, smart-casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Sporty yet elegant rugby polo crafted from soft organic cotton jersey with a contrasting collar and hidden buttons.
Soft organic cotton jersey with heavyweight drape, contrasting polo collar, hidden button placket, ribbed cuffs, embroidered signature.
- Material
- Soft organic cotton jersey
- Style
- sporty, smart-casual, classic
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- soft organic cotton jersey
- heavyweight drape for structured look
- contrasting polo collar
- hidden button placket
- ribbed cuffs
- embroidered PS Paul Smith signature on chest
Product Insights
This rugby polo delivers a tailored, sporty-refined aesthetic with a contrast white collar and hidden two-button placket, crafted from heavyweight organic cotton that resists pilling and softens with washing. Its regular fit holds a structured drape, ribbed cuffs prevent sleeve ride-up, and the machine-washable fabric retains shape. At 250 CAD, it costs 40–50% less than mainline Paul Smith polos, offering understated designer cues like a subtle script logo and deep navy color on a smooth jersey surface. The hidden placket balances sporty and refined, working with jeans or a blazer, while trapping about a third more insulating air than a standard summer polo for shoulder-season wear. This piece embodies Paul Smith's classic-with-a-twist identity through contrast collar, hidden placket, ribbed cuffs, and embroidered signature, part of the brand's organic sourcing initiative.
Verified claims
- Construction
- Concealed placket, ribbed cuffs, and heavy weight resist distortion to preserve the tailored fit.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton that starts silkier than heavy knits, softens with washing, and resists pilling.
- Collar and placket
- Contrast white collar and hidden two-button placket create a clean, tailored front.
- Brand presence
- A subtle script logo and accessible diffusion-line price make the brand's signature more attainable.
- Price value
- At 250 CAD, this polo costs 40–50% less than mainline Paul Smith polos.
- Design details
- Understated designer cues: contrast collar, hidden placket, embroidered signature.
- Warmth
- Heavyweight jersey traps about a third more insulating air than a standard summer polo, ideal for shoulder-season wear alone or layered.
- Color depth
- Smooth jersey surface makes the navy color appear deeper and richer.
- Sporty-refined balance
- Ribbed cuffs and hidden placket create a sporty-refined balance suitable for jeans or a blazer.
- Visual anchors
- Hidden placket removes button lines; collar and logo become visual anchors.
- Versatility
- Hidden placket balances sporty and refined; works with jeans or a blazer.
- Fit
- Regular fit holds a clean, structured drape and layers under a jacket without bulk.
- Wash durability
- Resists stretching, pilling, and cuff distortion during machine washing.
- Care
- Machine washable.
- Cuffs
- Ribbed cuffs prevent sleeve ride-up and retain shape after washing.
- Chest embroidery
- White cursive script embroidery is the primary brand identifier on diffusion-line pieces, signaling understated heritage.
- Design language
- Contrast collar, hidden placket, ribbed cuffs, and embroidered script express Paul Smith's classic-with-a-twist identity.
- Organic sourcing
- Part of PS Paul Smith's brand-wide organic sourcing initiative.
Product record
- Title
- Contrast Collar Rugby Polo
- Brand
- PS Paul Smith
- Price
- 250 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve rugby-style polo with a contrasting white shirt collar, three-button placket, embroidered script logo on the left chest, and ribbed sleeve cuffs and hem.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve polo worn on a model, straight hem, relaxed torso fit, sleeves extend to wrists with slight fabric gather at cuffs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.45 (high) - Body color and materialSolid deep blue knit fabric covering torso and sleeves with a smooth, slightly matte finish consistent with cotton or cotton-blend jersey.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.42 (high) - Contrast collarWhite pointed shirt-style collar in contrasting color, lies flat and frames a short button placket.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.05 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Placket and buttonsShort central placket beneath the collar with visible dark buttons set into the blue fabric; placket opening is narrow and vertical.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.08 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high) - Left chest embroiderySmall white script embroidery on the left chest area.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.14 · w 0.12 · h 0.05 (medium) - CuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs in the same blue fabric as the body, fitted at the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.39 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.36 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio front-facing full-body shot of a model wearing the polo against a plain light background; image shows jeans and sneakers and is evenly lit with soft shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-body frontal studio shot cropped slightly above the top of the head and showing feet, model centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with even, soft studio lighting and minimal shadows around the model.
- Visible non-product clothingDark indigo jeans and tan sneakers are visible; these are separate garments, not part of the polo.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.45 · w 0.44 · h 0.50 (high) - Model pose and handsModel stands facing forward with left hand resting in a pocket and right hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
deep navy blue· body#464A71bright white· collarbright white· chest embroidery- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve polo worn on a model, straight hem, relaxed torso fit, sleeves extend to wrists with slight fabric gather at cuffs.
- 02
Product
Front view close-up of a long-sleeve rugby polo showing a white contrast collar, partial button placket, navy knit body, and an embroidered script logo on the left chest.
- Contrast collarPointed flat white collar with visible collar tips sitting over the garment body; the underside of the placket is also white and visible at the opening.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high) - Placket and buttonPartial front placket with a single dark round button visible near the collar; placket opening shows a white inner placket strip.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Body fabricNavy blue knit fabric with a fine, slightly textured pique-like surface extending across the chest and sleeves visible in the frame.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.22 · w 0.90 · h 0.70 (high) - Embroidered chest logoSmall embroidered script logo on the left chest in white thread with a small darker outline or backing behind part of the script.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.38 · w 0.18 · h 0.09 (high) - Logo text“Paul Smith”
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.38 · w 0.18 · h 0.09 (high)
Other
Studio close-up crop showing model from mid-chest to head against a plain white background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model crop and posePartial model view showing left side of the face in profile and upper torso; head turned slightly left so collar and chest are centered.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.75 · h 0.45 (high) - Background and lightingEven white studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal visible shadows around the neck and under the collar.
- Image cropImage is cropped to show upper torso and head; lower hem of the garment and full sleeves are outside the frame.
Colors
navy blue· body#3C426Bwhite· collar and inner placketwhite embroidery· embroidered script logo- Contrast collarPointed flat white collar with visible collar tips sitting over the garment body; the underside of the placket is also white and visible at the opening.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve navy rugby polo with a white contrast collar; visible back yoke stitching, straight hem, and long sleeves shown on a model.
- ViewBack of long-sleeve polo shown on a model, upper neck and shoulders visible down to the hem above the hips.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.86 (high) - CollarFlat white contrast collar with a clean sharp edge sitting above the back neckline.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.08 (high) - Back yoke stitchingSubtle semicircular decorative stitch or yoke outline at the upper center back just below the collar.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.11 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (medium) - Body fabricSmooth knit fabric with a fine, even texture and a matte finish covering the full back panel.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.68 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with visible shoulder seam lines and simple finished cuffs; right sleeve shows slight gathering at the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.62 (high) - Hem detailStraight lower hem with a visible double-row topstitch running around the shirt.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.74 · w 0.72 · h 0.12 (high) - Fit appearanceRelaxed fit over the back; fabric hangs smoothly with minimal creasing.
Other
Studio shot on plain light background showing model from rear; lower body shows dark denim jeans and right hand partially visible; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray to white studio background with even diffuse lighting and no strong shadows.
- Model and propsMale model shown from rear with head turned slightly to the right; dark denim pants visible at the bottom and right hand near hem.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.62 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Image crop and framingCentered crop showing full back of shirt from collar to just above mid-thigh; slight rightward head crop so face is only partially visible in profile.
Colors
navy blue· body#494E75white· collar- ViewBack of long-sleeve polo shown on a model, upper neck and shoulders visible down to the hem above the hips.