Fred Perry
Accent Band Zipped Polo
This is a short-sleeve zippered polo shirt from Fred Perry, made of 100% cotton piqué knit. It features a fold-over collar with a partial-length metal zipper placket, an embroidered laurel wreath logo on the left chest, and contrasting cream and burgundy vertical bands at the side seams. The shirt is designed for casual wear and has ribbed sleeve cuffs.
- Material
- 100% cotton piqué knit
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic polo shirt with a zippered collar and contrasting side accents, crafted from comfortable 100% cotton piqué knit.
Zippered collar, embroidered logo, contrast side bands, cotton piqué fabric
- Material
- 100% cotton piqué knit
- Style
- casual, sporty
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Embroidered laurel wreath logo
- Zippered polo collar
- Contrasting bands on the sides
- 100% cotton piqué knit
- Comfortable fit
- Accent band design
Product Insights
The Accent Band Zipped Polo by Fred Perry, priced at CAD 145 (on sale at CAD 99.95), derives its zip placket from 1960s cycling jerseys and its subcultural cachet from adoption by Mods and 1980s football casuals, making it a permanent style in the line. It uses the same 100% cotton piqué as classic polos, which starts crisp and structured, softens with washing while retaining shape, and masks light creasing—cooler for warm weather and more forgiving than smooth cotton. The side bands balance the chest logo and create a slimming optical effect, but color options are limited to black with cream and burgundy stripes. The embroidered laurel wreath won’t peel, crack, or fade, distinguishing genuine pieces from counterfeits. Curated by Parisian concept store Le 31, this zippered collar opens for ventilation and stays clean under outerwear, offering a regular fit true to size with a more athletic cut than button-front polos.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Zip placket derived from functional 1960s cycling jerseys.
- Terrace culture
- Adopted as a signature piece by UK football casuals in the 1980s.
- Silhouette
- Zip polo reappears each season as a permanent Fred Perry style.
- Brand consistency
- Uses same 100% cotton piqué fabric and embroidered laurel wreath as classic polos.
- Visual balance
- Side bands balance the chest logo and add depth for layering.
- Color options
- Only available in Black with cream and burgundy side stripes.
- Breathability
- Piqué knit is cooler than smooth knits for warm-weather wear.
- Aging
- Starts crisp and structured; softens with washing while retaining shape.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Textured piqué masks light creasing, more forgiving than smooth cotton.
- Authenticity
- Dense laurel wreath embroidery distinguishes genuine Fred Perry polos from counterfeits.
- Durability
- Embroidered laurel wreath won't peel, crack, or fade even after many washes.
- Le 31 boutique
- Le 31 is a Parisian concept store with a café and cultural programming that adds insider cachet to the polo.
- Curated design
- Zippered placket and side bands echo 1960s cycling jerseys and track tops, curated by Le 31.
- Cotton piqué
- Breathable cotton piqué, structured then softens, same fabric as Fred Perry's original tennis polo.
- Price positioning
- At 145 CAD, this polo is priced between the entry-level M6000 and the twin-tipped M3600 in Fred Perry's line.
- Sizing
- Regular fit true to size with a more athletic cut than button-front.
- Fit over time
- 100% cotton piqué softens with wear for a personal fit while the collar stays structured initially.
- Visual fit
- Contrast side bands create a slimming optical effect on the torso.
- Zippered collar
- Zippered placket opens for ventilation and stays clean under outerwear.
- Care
- Machine wash cold and tumble dry low to minimize shrinkage.
- Piqué fabric benefits
- Piqué texture resists wrinkles and softens with washing for all-day comfort.
- Sale value
- On sale at CAD 99.95, it costs less than the entry-level M6000's regular price.
- Design features
- Zip placket and side bands echo 1960s cycling jerseys, setting it apart from other Fred Perry polos.
- Cultural cachet
- Adopted by 1960s Mods and 1980s football casuals, adding subcultural authenticity.
- Design lineage
- Zippered collar and contrast side bands from 1960s cycling jerseys; vertical stripes slim silhouette.
- Subcultural significance
- Adopted by consecutive youth subcultures from 1960s mods to today's music scenes.
Product record
- Title
- Accent Band Zipped Polo
- Brand
- Fred Perry
- Price
- 145 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve polo with a central partial-length silver zipper, small embroidered white laurel-wreath logo on the left chest, and vertical contrast side bands in cream and burgundy. Polo is black with a folded flat collar and ribbed sleeve cuffs.
- Collar and placketFolded, flat polo collar in the same black fabric as the body with a central partial-length metal zipper placket ending below the collar.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.12 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Zipper detailExposed silver metal zipper with visible teeth and rectangular pull running from the collar down the chest approximately one quarter of the torso length.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.22 (high) - Chest logoSmall embroidered laurel-wreath emblem in white located on the left chest area.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.07 · h 0.08 (high) - Side contrast bandsVertical double-band insert at the right side seam (viewer left of model) composed of a narrow cream stripe adjacent to a wider burgundy stripe; bands run from underarm toward hem.
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.32 · w 0.04 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.32 · w 0.06 · h 0.50 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsShort sleeves with narrow ribbed cuffs in matching black; sleeves fit close to the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Body fabric and fitBlack knit fabric with a smooth, slightly textured appearance consistent across the torso; garment fits close to the body with subtle horizontal stretch folds at the waist.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio-front view of a male model wearing the polo against a plain light gray background. Model is shown from head to hips with hands in pockets; even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown from head to hips with hands partially in pockets, facing forward with a slight three-quarter torso angle.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
- Visible accessories (not product)Black leather belt with silver rectangular buckle visible at the waist; belt is worn over the pants and not part of the polo.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.66 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Image crop and framingFrame includes full head and extends to mid-hip; polo shown in full on the frontal surface with slight right-side torso view.
Colors
black· main body#0D0D0Ewhite· chest logocream· side narrow stripeburgundy· side wider stripesilver· zipper- Collar and placketFolded, flat polo collar in the same black fabric as the body with a central partial-length metal zipper placket ending below the collar.
- 02
Product
Front upper torso of a short-sleeve black polo with a centered silver short zipper, a fold-over collar, ribbed sleeve cuffs, visible piqued knit texture, and a small white embroidered laurel wreath on the left chest.
- Collar and placketFold-over polo collar in the same black fabric; short centered placket with a vertical silver metal zipper that stops below the collar.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.23 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Zipper hardwareExposed silver metal zipper teeth and pull tab visible; zipper pull rests near the middle of the placket.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.30 · w 0.08 · h 0.16 (high) - Chest logo embroiderySmall white embroidered laurel-wreath emblem located on the left chest (viewer right).
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves ending in ribbed cuffs made from the same black fabric, with a close-fitting finish.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.58 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.62 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (medium) - Fabric textureVisible piqued knit texture across the shirt body consistent with a polo-style weave.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Fit and visible seamsShirt fits close to the body; shoulder seam visible along the top of the sleeve on the viewer right.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from upper chest to head against a plain white background; arms crossed and soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionClose-cropped portrait framing upper torso, neck and face; product centered in frame with model turned slightly to the viewer right.
- BackgroundUniform white seamless background with no visible props.
- Model poseModel's arms crossed across the lower frame, partially covering lower torso area.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.68 · w 0.96 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft, even studio lighting with subtle highlights on the face and a slight specular reflection on the metal zipper.
Colors
deep black· shirt fabric#0D0D0Esilver metallic· zipper hardwarebright white· embroidered logo- Collar and placketFold-over polo collar in the same black fabric; short centered placket with a vertical silver metal zipper that stops below the collar.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve polo worn by a model showing the back body, ribbed polo collar, short sleeves, and a vertical two-stripe accent running along the side seam and partially visible on the sleeve hem.
- Rear body panelSingle-piece back panel of the polo with smooth knit piqué texture and no visible seams or vents across the central back.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.74 (high) - CollarRibbed polo collar that lies flat against the neck with a slightly raised edge visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Short sleevesFitted short sleeves with a ribbed sleeve cuff; cuff on near sleeve shows a narrow contrasting stripe visible at the inner edge.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Side accent bandVertical accent band at the side seam composed of a wide burgundy stripe flanked by narrower off-white stripes running from underarm to hem.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.62 (high) - Hem stitchingVisible single-line hem stitch at the bottom edge of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.82 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear on a plain light background; model poses with one hand on the neck and the other on the hip. Even soft lighting with minimal shadows and moderate image crop showing torso and upper legs.
- Shot compositionRear-facing three-quarter crop of a male model from head to upper thighs, centered horizontally with slight leftward lean.
- Model poseModel has right hand placed on the back of the neck and left hand resting on left hip, partially obscuring collar and shoulder lines.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.64 · w 0.26 · h 0.28 (high) - BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting from the front-left producing gentle shadowing along body contours and minimal specular highlights.
Colors
dark navy· main body#17181Ddeep burgundy· accent stripe - burgundywarm off-white· accent stripe - off-white- Rear body panelSingle-piece back panel of the polo with smooth knit piqué texture and no visible seams or vents across the central back.